Opinion | Trump's Act Was Getting Stale. Being a Courtroom Victim Is Just What He Needed.
The trial presents an opportunity for Trump to portray himself as a victim and seek justice, potentially gaining renewed interest and media coverage. [ more ]
Column: Are the Dodgers ready for the reality of having Shohei Ohtani on the team?
Shohei Ohtani's introductory news conference with the Dodgers drew a massive crowd of over 300 journalists, highlighting the impact he will have on the team and the increased media coverage they will receive.
The Dodgers must be prepared for the changes that Ohtani's presence will bring, including a significant increase in media attention and coverage of their games, as well as the potential challenges of managing a player who attracts such intense scrutiny. [ more ]
As the Planet Boils, Corporate Media Still Carry Water for Fossil Fuel Giants
The president of COP28, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, faced criticism for his defense of fossil fuels and rumors of making oil deals.
The mainstream media often underreport the impact of the oil and gas industry on climate change and downplay the forces that keep us dependent on fossil fuels. [ more ]
As the Planet Boils, Corporate Media Still Carry Water for Fossil Fuel Giants
The president of COP28, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, faced criticism for his defense of fossil fuels and rumors of making oil deals.
The mainstream media often underreport the impact of the oil and gas industry on climate change and downplay the forces that keep us dependent on fossil fuels. [ more ]
Airing of Trump's Fusillade in Full Is a Reminder of His Media Advantage
Former President Donald Trump used his civil fraud trial as an opportunity to gain media attention and deliver unfiltered, incendiary, and misleading comments.
Trump exploited the media platform provided by his legal proceedings, positioning himself as a prominent figure in the Republican Party compared to other potential candidates. [ more ]
No!' Democratic Guest Recoils in Disgust After Jake Tapper Asks if Her Party Should Have a New Candidate'
Nayyera Haq, a former Obama administration official, rejected the idea of replacing Joe Biden as the Democratic Party's nominee for the 2024 presidential campaign.
Haq emphasized the advantage of having an incumbent president with the bully pulpit and media attention, criticizing the media for focusing on Biden's gaffes rather than Trump's incoherent speeches. [ more ]
The 2024 race to the White House is now Donald Trump's to lose
Donald Trump leads in the presidential campaign, with a significant surge in battleground states, regardless of the media's focus on his legal issues. [ more ]
Fox News Hits Back at Hunter Biden's Legal Threats Citing Constitutionally Protected Coverage'
Fox News responds to legal threats from Hunter Biden regarding coverage of explicit images from laptop obtained by Giuliani before 2020 election. [ more ]
Lara Trump Imagines Fist-Fight Between Trump and Joe Biden: This Guy Already Knows What Would Happen'
Lara Trump imagines a hypothetical fist-fight between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, highlighting the contrast between their physical abilities and willingness to debate. [ more ]
Protest Paradigm' Shows What's Wrong with Media Coverage of Student Activism
Protests can appear differently to participants and onlookers, with media coverage often focusing on disruptions rather than underlying messages. [ more ]
Media coverage of campus protests tends to focus on the spectacle rather than the substance
Protests are meticulously planned but can seem disorganized to outsiders. Media often covers drama over the underlying reasons behind protests. [ more ]
On CBC's coverage of the Israel-Hamas war, one of the most divisive stories in years | CBC News
The CBC addresses concerns over accusations of whitewashing in its coverage of the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing transparency and a commitment to inclusive journalism. [ more ]
Attacks against environmental journalists have significantly increased globally, with over 70% of reporters facing threats while covering various environmental stories. [ more ]
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Remembering the lesbians who stormed the BBC in protest at Section 28
Section 28, an anti-gay legislation in the UK, spurred significant protests, including a group of lesbians storming a BBC TV news studio in 1988. [ more ]
Jon Stewart Ridicules MSNBC for Refusing To Show Disturbing' Decal of Biden Hog-Tied in a Truck
Jon Stewart criticized MSNBC for not airing a decal showing Biden hog-tied, questioning the network's decision.
Stewart highlighted the contrast between news channels showing graphic content from around the world and their reluctance to air a political decal. [ more ]
Fox's Tammy Bruce Declares, We've Always Seen Honesty with President Trump'
Tammy Bruce praised Trump for his honesty and genuine concern for police officers and blue-collar workers.
The media highlighted the contrast between Trump attending a fallen officer's wake and Biden attending a fundraiser, leading to discussions on honesty and political tactics. [ more ]
President Biden's special counsel report was the main topic on the Sunday news shows - Poynter
The special counsel report determined that President Biden did not mishandle classified documents, but described him as an elderly man with a poor memory.
Biden and his team pushed back against the narrative and criticized the media for their coverage of the report. [ more ]
New York Times continues to fail on trans issues one year after demands made
Conservative politicians continue to attack trans people, and The New York Times has been criticized for its inaccurate coverage of transgender issues.
GLAAD has called on The New York Times to improve its coverage of trans people and issues, but the newspaper has not taken steps to address the criticisms. [ more ]
How a Mississippi news site declared the national local
The article highlights a debate over which news story, Biden's mental capacity or Trump's comments about NATO, should receive more attention from the media.
Media critics on the left criticized the extensive coverage of Biden's age, questioning if it was a bigger problem than Trump's controversies. [ more ]
As the Planet Boils, Corporate Media Still Carry Water for Fossil Fuel Giants
The president of COP28, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, faced criticism for his defense of fossil fuels and rumors of making oil deals.
The mainstream media often underreport the impact of the oil and gas industry on climate change and downplay the forces that keep us dependent on fossil fuels. [ more ]