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CBS's Edited '60 Minutes' Interview Sparks Controversy and Fact-Checks

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Fortune

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CBS released the full transcript and video of Donald Trump's '60 Minutes' interview online, revealing significant edits made for the televised segment, sparking debate over journalistic transparency and editing practices, especially in comparison to previous interviews like that with Kamala Harris.

Washington Post Editorials Overlook Bezos' Financial Connections

Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR

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The Washington Post has published several editorials that did not disclose Jeff Bezos's financial interests, raising concerns about transparency and conflicts of interest, especially given Bezos's ownership of Amazon and its financial ties to the topics discussed.

Bari's Baier Market Highlights

Originally Published 2 months ago — by status.news

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Bari Weiss, newly appointed editor in chief of CBS News, is actively reshaping the network by engaging top executives, recruiting allies, and considering both internal and external candidates—including Fox News anchor Bret Baier—for key roles, signaling a significant shift in the network's leadership and coverage strategy.

Mark Cuban criticizes IU's print ban and media censorship

Originally Published 2 months ago — by IndyStar

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Indiana University alum Mark Cuban donated $250,000 to the student newspaper, the Indiana Daily Student, months before the university ordered a cease to print production citing financial challenges, sparking concerns over censorship and the newspaper's future.

Media Outlets Reject New Pentagon Press Access Rules

Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News

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Major news outlets, including Fox News, ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN, have rejected new Pentagon rules that restrict reporting and threaten journalistic protections, citing concerns over First Amendment rights and access to information. Only OANN has agreed to the rules. The dispute may lead to legal action, with critics arguing the policies undermine press independence and transparency.

Bari Weiss to Lead CBS News Amid Paramount and Skydance Reshuffle

Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post

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Bari Weiss is expected to be appointed as CBS News' editor in chief, reporting directly to Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison, in a major restructuring aimed at revamping the network's editorial direction and increasing conservative voices, amid ongoing tensions and controversies within CBS News.

Analyzing The Times’s Coverage of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times

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The New York Times detailed its internal decision-making process following the shooting and death of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, including verification of facts, use of imagery, and language choices in coverage, highlighting the complexities of responsible journalism in a high-profile incident.