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2026-08-03 16:50:06

Ex-60 Minutes Producer Pitches Rival Show After CBS Exodus

Former 60 Minutes producer Bill Owens reportedly seeks $50 million to launch a rival investigative news show with fired staffers, including Scott Pelley, pitching streaming platforms amid CBS turmoil under Bari Weiss. read more

2026-07-08 23:40:05

Bari Weiss sidelines 60 Minutes veteran for Farage interview

Bari Weiss replaced veteran 60 Minutes correspondent Holly Williams with her own pick, Trevor Phillips, for a Nigel Farage interview. This follows other controversial editorial decisions, including pulling a segment and selecting interviewers, sparking accusations of undermining the program. read more

2026-05-29 09:50:03

U.S. Nears Iran Deal Amid Ongoing Conflict

The U.S. nears an Iran war-ending deal despite ongoing fighting. DOJ investigates Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll. Bari Weiss aims to reinvent CBS’ "60 Minutes." Tune into Morning Edition for details. read more

2026-03-18 18:50:09

MS NOW Overhauls Lineup, Cuts Morning Joe

MS NOW announces major lineup changes, including shortening 'Morning Joe' by an hour and ending Ana Cabrera's show. These are the first shifts since its NBC split. Host changes and new time slots take effect in June. read more

2026-03-18 08:10:06

Australian Radio Duo Axed After On-Air Feud

Australian radio host Kyle Sandilands was sacked after an on-air dispute with co-host Jackie 'O' Henderson. The long-running show was cancelled. Sandilands rejects the termination, promises legal action, and says he is "not done." read more

2026-03-18 05:10:49

CBS Evening News Ratings Plummet After Weiss Overhaul

CBS Evening News ratings fell below 4 million viewers for the first time under new anchor Tony Dokoupil, following Bari Weiss's overhaul. Last week's viewership was 3.83 million, lagging far behind rival network broadcasts. read more

2026-03-12 17:50:15

Trumps Fashion Gifts Pressure Allies to Wear Them

Fox News host Jesse Waters said Donald Trump gifted him dress shirts that were too big, after reports revealed Trump often gives shoes to officials. Waters felt pressured to wear the ill-fitting shirts, echoing similar stories about Trump's gifts. read more

2026-03-10 15:10:10

Habba Mixes Up Jesse and Reggie Jackson in TV Gaffe

Alina Habba confused civil rights leader Jesse Jackson with baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson during a Newsmax interview. She criticized Kamala Harris's eulogy at Jackson's funeral, accusing Democrats of political exploitation during the memorial service. read more

2026-03-09 23:50:09

Stephen A. Smith Wont Run for President, Cites $40M Salary

ESPN host Stephen A. Smith has ended speculation about a 2028 presidential run, citing financial reasons. He earns nearly $40 million annually and stated he won't give up that money, despite earlier political musings and encouragement from figures like Trump. read more

2026-03-09 20:00:06

CBS Justice Reporter Exits Amid Editorial Tensions

CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane, known for January 6 coverage, announced his departure. He cited a desire for independence and was reportedly frustrated with the network's brief, "both sides" anniversary coverage of the Capitol riot. read more

2026-02-08 01:10:08

Washington Post Publisher Resigns After Massive Layoffs

Washington Post publisher Will Lewis steps down just days after the newspaper announced major layoffs affecting one-third of its staff. He cited difficult decisions for the paper's future in his resignation announcement. read more

2026-02-08 00:10:04

Post Publisher Exits After Layoffs Uproar

Washington Post publisher William Lewis steps down days after laying off hundreds of staff. His departure, announced in a Saturday memo, follows intense criticism. CFO Jeff D'Onofrio will serve as acting publisher and CEO effective immediately. read more