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Ars Technica Launches Pro Tiers to Counter Google AI Traffic Drain
The publisher is monetizing direct reader support with $25 and $50 subscription plans as search AI summaries erode referral traffic.
Post Must Reinstate Attiah, Arbitrator Rules — But Firing Rationale Disputed
An arbitrator found The Washington Post violated Karen Attiah's labor contract, but her claim of wrongful termination clashes with critics' account of a misattributed quote.
Netflix Studies Amazon's Strategy: Third-Party Bundles Inside Its App
Netflix is in talks to add Peacock and Fox One as in-app subscription tiles, mimicking Amazon Prime Video's distribution model as viewer engagement drops between seasons
Media Acts as 'Cheerleader,' Not Referee, Retired Sergeant Warns
Retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Michael Breeden says journalists have abandoned objectivity for partisan advocacy, leaving citizens unable to assess what actually happened.
Political Cartoonists Keep Their Pens Sharp on Power
From the White House to Capitol Hill, cartoonists across the political spectrum are cutting through the noise with pointed visual satire.
ABC Accuses FCC Chair Carr of Censorship in License Fight
The network's 119-page filing alleges Chairman Brendan Carr is retaliating against critical reporting by putting eight TV broadcasting licenses at risk.
Kennedy Accuses CNN of 'Press Malpractice' Over Pandemic Coverage
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told CNN's Dana Bash her network failed its journalistic duty during COVID-19, fueling a sharp on-air confrontation.
Peacock-YouTube Bundle Bets on Distribution Over Content Spending
Comcast's streaming service pursues subscriber growth through distribution deals rather than the billion-dollar content library consolidation defining its rivals.
Trump Attacks Press at WHCA Dinner, Pressuring Mainstream Media Revenue
President Trump called the White House Correspondents' Association dinner the largest gathering of 'Trump derangement syndrome people' ever assembled, deepening his war with the press corps.
Trump Returns to Correspondents' Dinner — and Changes Who Gets Access
President Trump's return to the White House Correspondents' Dinner ends years of boycotts and reshuffles the informal access game between the press and the administration.
Sinclair's Debt Trap Makes Roku the Smarter Streaming Bet
Linear TV decline and a $12 billion debt load make SBGI unattractive, while Roku's platform growth offers a cleaner way to play the cord-cutting shift
Netflix's 'Ladies First' Comedy Targets Subscriber Growth With Star Power
The Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike film represents Netflix's investment in original comedies for subscriber acquisition
Trump Calls NYT Reporter 'Treasonous'—Media War Intensifies
President Trump's direct confrontation with a New York Times journalist highlights a deepening rift in media trust, shaping campaign strategies for 2026
Colbert's Dinner Snub Exposes D.C.'s Influence Market Fault Lines
A high-profile media figure's refusal to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner signals a deepening public distrust in Washington's traditional power-brokering events, challenging corporate lobbying strategies and media engagement.
TMZ's D.C. Arrival Reshapes Power Play, Exposing Financial Ties Behind Policy
The entertainment outlet's expansion into Washington brings an unprecedented level of personal scrutiny to lawmakers, threatening to upend traditional lobbying and influence peddling.
Netflix's AI Content Edge: Sarandos Sees Innovation Driving Long-Term Value
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos affirmed the company’s commitment to exploring artificial intelligence in creative processes, a strategic move poised to enhance content quality and strengthen its market leadership.
Big Ten's Billions: Media Giants Pay Premium for Live Sports Dominance
The Big Ten's escalating multi-billion dollar media rights deals cement live sports as a premium asset, compelling media giants to invest strategically for audience share and long-term revenue growth.