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fromNieman Lab
1 day ago

As goes CBS Radio News, so goes the idea that news media should serve the public interest

When CBS Radio News goes silent on May 22, 2026, Americans will lose access to news programming they've tuned into from their living rooms, kitchens and cars for nearly a century. The once-bipartisan idea that the nation's media should exist to serve democracy continues to fade with it, too.
Media industry
Podcast
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Pablo Torre left the worldwide leader in sports to start a podcast. It just won a Pulitzer. - Poynter

The Pulitzer Prizes recognized outstanding journalism, highlighting critical issues like immigration, social media harms, and political misuse of power.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Three key forces driving UFO disclosure as Trump prepares file release

Stephen Bassett stated that mounting pressure from the public, political turmoil, and growing fears of global conflict are pushing the United States toward a historic revelation regarding UFOs.
OMG science
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
3 weeks ago

Inside France: The love lives of French politicians and an alternative Francophone USA

French politicians increasingly publicize their love lives, reflecting a shift from traditional privacy to media interest in personal relationships.
#ufos
OMG science
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Latest High-Profile UFO Sighting Comes From Kacey Musgraves

Prominent figures, including Kacey Musgraves, report UFO sightings, suggesting increased public interest in extraterrestrial life and unexplained phenomena.
OMG science
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The Latest High-Profile UFO Sighting Comes From Kacey Musgraves

Prominent figures, including Kacey Musgraves, report UFO sightings, suggesting increased public interest in extraterrestrial life and unexplained phenomena.
US news
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

UFO researcher's final moments revealed in chilling police timeline

David Wilcock died by suicide on April 20, 2026, after struggling with depression and financial issues.
Pets
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

What to know about Timmy, the humpback whale that's sick and stranded in the Baltic Sea

A humpback whale named Timmy is stranded in the Baltic Sea, facing severe health issues and struggling to return to its natural habitat.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

German-born immigrant faces deportation for vehicular manslaughter

A German-born Turk convicted of a fatal speeding accident may be deported after his appeal was rejected by the Stuttgart Administrative Court.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Top Biglaw Firms Are Offering $50K Stipends To 1Ls To Secure 2L Summer Spots - Above the Law

At least 15 Am Law 100 firms have offered sums of $25,000 to $50,000 to 1L law students accepted into the firms' 2L summer associate programs, incentivizing public interest work.
Law
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Does Trump really have news about aliens and UFOs? That would be the first sign of intelligent life | Arwa Mahdawi

The US government may soon reveal files related to extraterrestrial life, amidst ongoing speculation and public interest.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

The Indo Daily: Nancy Guthrie abduction: Ransom notes, key evidence and armchair detectives

The 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie went missing from her Arizona home earlier this month in what police believe was a targeted kidnapping. Nearly three weeks on, despite emotional public appeals, puzzling ransom notes and an army of online sleuths dissecting every detail, the investigation appears stalled. With hundreds of thousands of disappearances reported every year in the US, what is it about this story that has fueled such intense, and at times morbid, public fascination?
US news
Law
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

The Indo Daily: Proper No Twelve, Paddy Cosgrave's return and Manhattan Peanuts vs The Luas - what 2026 has in store for the courts

High-profile legal cases, including long-running disputes, returning defendants, and new trials, will capture public attention in the months ahead.
US politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Pirate Trump

The Nation seeks donations matched up to $75,000 to double contributions and fund investigative reporting on corruption, social crises, and resistance in 2026.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

How Much More Do I Have to Violate Myself?' Olivia Nuzzi Rebukes Tim Miller for Asking About Book She Wrote

Olivia Nuzzi declined to disclose all materials about her affair with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., citing personal boundaries and judgment about public interest.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 months ago

Davis Polk Commits To Pro Bono Work With $25k Stipend For 1Ls - Above the Law

Davis Polk will pay $25,000 to 2027 summer associates who spend their 2026 1L summer in approved public-interest legal internships.
fromArs Technica
7 months ago

Musk's X posts on ketamine, Putin spur release of his security clearances

"A disclosure, even with redactions, will reveal whether a security clearance was granted with or without conditions or a waiver," DCSA argued. Ultimately, DCSA failed to prove that Musk risked "embarrassment or humiliation" not only if the public learned what specific conditions or waivers applied to Musk's clearances but also if there were any conditions or waivers at all, Cote wrote.
Law
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Censor-in-chief': Trump-backed FCC chair at heart of Jimmy Kimmel storm

Brendan Carr advocates freedom of speech while using FCC authority to challenge broadcasters he views as not operating in the public interest.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
8 months ago

Criminal damage or critical commentary? Legal reflections on Banksy's short-lived judge mural

The first point relates to the illegality of affixing paint on the wall of a building without the owner's consent, which in most cases constitutes the offence of criminal damage, subject to a maximum penalty in England of ten years behind bars. Because this wasn't just any old building but a Grade I listed building, the sentencing guidelines would instruct a judge to impose on a convicted offender a longer sentence within this range.
Intellectual property law
fromFilmmaker Magazine
8 months ago

Patricia Auferheide, Jax Deluca Named Fall 2025 Shorenstein Center Fellows

The Shorenstein Center announced today the Fall 2025 cohort of Documentary Film Fellows, who will be working closely with the Documentary Film in the Public Interest (DFPI) initiative. Through the Fellows' projects, the Shorenstein Center will engage in examinations of public impact and media policy. Shorenstein Center Director Nancy Gibbs said in a press release, "We are eager to welcome these exceptional leaders into our research community. Prof. Aufderheide's groundbreaking work on ethical practice, and Jax DeLuca's on the civic power of documentary, could not be more timely at this critical moment for the field."
Film
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
8 months ago

OpenAI reorg at risk as Attorneys General push AI safety

California and Delaware attorneys general demanded OpenAI implement child safety measures after a chatbot-linked youth suicide and scrutinized a restructuring that could deprioritize public interest.
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

It Is Much More!' CNN's Scott Jennings and Kate Bolduan Clash Over Importance of Jeffrey Epstein Story

Jennings emphasized that polling shows the Epstein story is not a priority for the American people, including Republicans, stating, "nobody cares. This is like the least important thing to the American people."
US politics
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Some Gaza and Ukraine posts blocked under new age checks

Social media companies are increasingly blocking content to comply with the UK's Online Safety Act, risking suppression of legitimate public debate.
Business
fromTruthout
9 months ago

As Private Equity Comes for the Utility Sector, Minnesota Is a Test Case

An administrative law judge recommended denying BlackRock's acquisition of Allete, citing public interest concerns.
#epstein
#trump-administration
US politics
fromDefector
10 months ago

What Are The Epstein Files, And How Much Should You Care About Them? | Defector

Epstein files potentially expose powerful individuals involved in underage sex trafficking, but no conclusive evidence has been found.
US news
fromTODAY.com
10 months ago

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

Charges may be filed against Brady Kiser related to the drowning death of his son Trigg.
Fundraising
fromVerticalResponse
10 months ago

Understanding Non Profitable Organizations: Key Insights and Strategies

Non-profitable organizations prioritize mission-driven initiatives over profit, with surplus revenue reinvested to advance their objectives.
fromSlate Magazine
10 months ago

Why Did a Ph.D. Candidate Murder Four College Students in Idaho? A New Docuseries Attempts an Answer.

Bryan Kohberger pleaded guilty to the murders of four college students in Moscow, Idaho, receiving four consecutive life sentences in exchange for his admission of guilt and waiving the right to appeal.
Film
#reproductive-rights
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

The Guardian view on the public's dinomania: passion for palaeontology endures through the ages | Editorial

Public fascination with dinosaurs coexists with palaeontology’s marginal status in academia and funding.
#journalism
fromInverse
10 months ago

30 Years Ago, A Classic Sci-Fi Thriller Was The Last Gasp Of A Historic Moment

Apollo 13 is, in fact, obsessed with technical accuracy, albeit with the usual concessions to pacing, drama, and visual coherency, making it a poignant reminder of the Apollo program's impact.
Film
fromTruthout
10 months ago

Why Is BlackRock Gunning to Take Over a Minnesota Electric Utility?

"The deal would place a vital utility in the private grip of a global financial juggernaut, raising concerns about affordability and transparency for local ratepayers."
Environment
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
10 months ago

It's A Really Weird Time To Have One Of The Most Prestigious Public Interest Jobs In The Legal Industry - Above the Law

Skadden's deal with Trump compromises the rule of law, prioritizing conservative causes over constitutional integrity.
Major League Baseball
fromIndependent
11 months ago

Martin Breheny: Stop the madness - having so few county hurling games when conditions are best is damaging the sport

Limiting hurling competition to four counties by midsummer's day is illogical given current favorable conditions.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

No kings, few fans: USA's year of World Cups gets off to a flat start

Trump's poorly attended military parade and FIFA's underwhelming Club World Cup opener happened simultaneously, highlighting contrasting public interests.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 months ago

Air India crash: one black box is found as Modi visits miracle survivor in hospital

The Independent remains committed to providing free access to quality journalism, emphasizing the importance of understanding both sides of the story in critical moments.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Tell us: have your saving habits changed due to economic uncertainty?

UK households are increasingly setting aside physical cash amid extreme economic uncertainty and to provide a safety net for possible banking system outages.
Cryptocurrency
#youtube
Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
11 months ago

YouTube will "protect free expression" by pulling back on content moderation

YouTube's content moderation now prioritizes public interest over harm risk, allowing more misinformation to remain accessible.
Policy changes in tech after Trump's reelection raise concerns about censorship of conservative voices.
Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
11 months ago

YouTube will "protect free expression" by pulling back on content moderation

YouTube's content moderation now prioritizes public interest over harm risk, allowing more misinformation to remain accessible.
Policy changes in tech after Trump's reelection raise concerns about censorship of conservative voices.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Ed the zebra is captured after running loose for more than a week in Tennessee

A runaway zebra named Ed captured the public's attention and became an internet sensation during his week-long escape in Tennessee.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
11 months ago

Australian whistleblower loses appeal to reduce prison term DW 05/28/2025

David McBride lost his appeal to reduce a prison sentence for leaking classified documents about war crimes in Afghanistan.
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