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CBS News staff backlash over Bari Weiss hiring

CBS News encounters significant internal criticism following the controversial hiring of journalist Bari Weiss, with staff expressing concerns over political impartiality and editorial direction.

Olbermann's Unhinged Rant Against CNN's Jennings Sparks Backlash

Former MSNBC presenter Keith Olbermann faces criticism after launching an extraordinary verbal attack on CNN commentator Scott Jennings, accusing him of treason in a series of increasingly erratic social media posts that have left observers questioning hi

Brady and Portnoy's $75m Saudi Flag Football Partnership

NFL legend Tom Brady teams up with Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy in a groundbreaking $75 million flag football venture with Saudi Arabia's sports authority, signalling major Middle Eastern investment in American sports.

UK Schoolboy's Brutal Football Blocks Go Viral

A high school American football player in the UK is taking the internet by storm with a jaw-dropping highlight reel of him physically dominating opponents, sparking viral fame and serious hype.

Dave Portnoy's Barstool Sports Show Cancelled After Two Weeks

Dave Portnoy's new Barstool Sports show on Fox Bet has been cancelled after a disastrous two-week run, dealing a humiliating blow to the controversial media personality and raising questions about the future of such content on mainstream platforms.

MSNBC's Matthew Dowd in hot water over Charlie Kirk comments

MSNBC analyst Matthew Dowd faces intense backlash and accusations of 'dangerous misrepresentation' after his on-air comments about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk are taken out of context, igniting a firestorm on social media.

Instagram censors plus-size model, sparking global backlash

Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors

UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds

A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.

Fox Sports slammed over 'pathetic' Kelce-Swift wedding skit

Fox Sports has been slammed by furious NFL fans for airing a bizarre mock wedding skit featuring Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift during its coverage of the Chicago Bears vs Green Bay Packers game. Critics have branded the segment 'cringe' and 'unprofessiona

Inside Israel's Media Bubble: A Tale of Two Realities

An in-depth analysis reveals how Israel's tightly controlled media environment and sophisticated digital strategy create a starkly different reality for its citizens, challenging global diplomacy and the very nature of modern warfare.

Right-Wing Media’s Systematic Assault on US Journalism Exposed

A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.

Fans Cash In As Rugby League Content Creators

A new wave of tech-savvy NRL and Super League fans are turning their passion into profit, building lucrative online platforms as analysts and content creators, revolutionising sports media from their living rooms.

Abbie Chatfield Fury Over Charlie Kirk 'Death' Remark

Australian media personality Abbie Chatfield faces a fierce backlash for suggesting the world would be 'better off' if American conservative Charlie Kirk were dead, igniting a firestorm on social media.

Portnoy & Kirk Face Fury Over Trump Shooting Remarks

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy and Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk ignite a firestorm on social media with controversial comments made in the immediate aftermath of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump.

Gary Lineker Snubbed in NTA Awards, Sparking BBC Backlash

Gary Lineker's absence from the National Television Awards shortlist for Best Sports Presenter has ignited a firestorm of criticism towards the BBC, with fans and pundits questioning the broadcaster's judgement and the presenter's future.

Portnoy Accuses ESPN's Ryan Clark of 'Race-Baiting'

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launches a furious tirade against ESPN analyst Ryan Clark, accusing him of 'race-baiting' in a heated debate over NFL diversity. The war of words erupts on social media, exposing deep divisions in sports commentary.

Dave Portnoy's Fox Future in Doubt After Segment Pulled

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy faces an uncertain future with Fox Sports after his controversial college football picks segment, 'Dave Portnoy's Rough N' Rowdy Pregame Show,' was abruptly pulled from the air. Internal debates rage over his on-air su

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