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NPR reels from editor’s public rebuke, allegations of liberal bias

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NPR is reeling from an ugly and contentious internal fight after an editor offered a scathing public criticism of his newsroom, saying left-wing bias threatened to erode trust with its listeners. The editor, Uri Berliner, resigned just…

Thursday, Apr 18

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Colbert's 'Late Show' to air live from Chicago during Democratic convention

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Comedian Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show” is headed to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention this summer, the late-night host said Wednesday. “‘The Late Show' is doing shows from Chicago for the entire Democratic convention,”…

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Santos taunts Kimmel ahead of court: 'This is your dream coming true'

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Former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) is calling out comedian Jimmy Kimmel ahead of his case against the late-night show host, whom Santos accuses of using "phony name and narratives" while acquiring his services on Cameo. “Let’s see if …

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Prince Harry calls US his primary residence in new paperwork

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Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has declared the United States his primary home for the first time, according to business filings for his travel company Travalyst on Wednesday. The prince has listed the U.S. as his “new country/state…

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Kimmel: Oscars joke 'really must’ve gotten to' Trump

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Late night host Jimmy Kimmel responded on Wednesday to former President Trump’s pointed social media post slamming Kimmel earlier in the day. “It appears that I once again ruffled the feathers of our Kentucky-fried former president, who is…

Wednesday, Apr 17

Dr. Phil on 'probably past their prime' Biden and Trump, and the prescription Congress needs

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His fellow “Oprah Winfrey Show” alum traded medicine for the campaign trail, but "Dr. Phil" McGraw says there's "not a chance" he'll follow Mehmet Oz's path and enter politics. "I don't know enough about it," McGraw said, before conceding,…

Monday, Apr 15

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SAG-AFTRA, record labels reach deal over AI protections for artists

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SAG-AFTRA, a union representing thousands of actors and other media professionals, reached a tentative deal with leading record labels that includes protections for artists from the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, the union…

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CNN ending Charles Barkley, Gayle King talk show

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Gayle King and Charles Barkley's run hosting a talk show on CNN is coming to an end. The pair gave their final sign off last week on "King Charles," a weekly talk show CNN rolled out last year that was described at the time as a limited…

Saturday, Apr 13

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Dan Abrams dishes on cameo in ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ finale

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Like millions of viewers across the country, NewsNation anchor Dan Abrams has always been a casual fan of “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” So when the cable news veteran and legal analysts got a call from his agent asking if he’d like to be…

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CBS to end "The Talk" show later this year after 15 seasons

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CBS will end its daytime talk show, “The Talk” in December after over a decade on-air. "'The Talk' broke new ground when it launched 14 years ago by returning daytime talk to CBS with a refreshing and award-winning format,” CBS…

Friday, Apr 12

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Co-anchor of 'MacNeil/Lehrer Report' dies at 93

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Robert MacNeil, the longtime broadcast journalist and co-anchor of "The MacNeil/Lehrer Report," died Friday. He was 93. MacNeil was an NBC News reporter in Dallas on the day President Kennedy was assassinated. He also worked for the BBC…

Harris to visit 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' amid host's feud with Trump

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Vice President Harris is going live on late-night — and sitting down with one of former President Trump's favorite TV host targets — with an appearance next week on Jimmy Kimmel's ABC show. The VP is booked as a guest on "Jimmy Kimmel Live…

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Former NIH director reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

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The former director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Francis S. Collins, revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis and detailed his decision to go public with it in an essay published by the Washington Post on Friday. Collins said…

Wednesday, Apr 10

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'Ghosts' cast connects with characters' histories at Library of Congress

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Actors from the CBS comedy series “Ghosts” connected with their spectral characters through historical artifacts and exhibits at the Library of Congress Tuesday, where the show's fourth season premiered to a sold-out theater. Cast members…

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Sean Penn, Barbra Streisand join star-studded call for Congress to act on Ukraine

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Multiple Hollywood stars, including Sean Penn, Barbra Streisand and Mark Hamill, are calling on Congress to act on further U.S. support for Ukraine in an opinion piece for CNN. “[W]e are letting the Ukrainians down,” the wrote in the piece…

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Top NPR editors 'strongly disagree' with network veteran's take on quality of journalism

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Top editors at NPR are defending the outlet's journalism after a scathing op-ed from a former employee who argues the public broadcaster has lost its way. Uri Berliner, who worked at NPR for more than 20 years, wrote in a piece published…

Tuesday, Apr 9

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Harris reveals which shows she's streaming

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Vice President Harris is revealing which Netflix shows she and her husband are binging – when they're not debating what's next on their TV watch list. "You know what I've been watching is 'The Morning Show,'" Harris said on an episode of…

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Raffensperger 'not mad' about Larry David ribbing

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Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) says he’s “not mad” at Larry David after the “Curb Your Enthusiasm” creator poked fun at a Georgia law during its final season. At the start of the season, David's character is arrested for…

Monday, Apr 8

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Country singer Morgan Wallen arrested in Nashville after chair thrown from bar rooftop: docs

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Country music star Morgan Wallen was arrested on felony charges after he allegedly threw a chair from the roof of a bar in downtown Nashville.

Thursday, Apr 4

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Gutfeld signs new deal with Fox News

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Comedian and cable news host Greg Gutfeld has inked a new deal with Fox News. The network announced the new deal on Thursday, boasting the host's ratings success since the launch of his eponymous weeknight program. “Greg is a true original…

Wednesday, Apr 3

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Savannah Guthrie on McDaniel saga at NBC News: 'It was an unpleasant few days'

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Savannah Guthrie, a co-host of the "Today" show, described NBC News's hiring and swift termination of former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel as "an unpleasant few days" at the network. "No, I mean look: It was an…

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Michelle Obama: Beyoncé’s album a 'reminder' of power of the vote

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Michelle Obama issued high praise to Beyoncé for the Grammy-award winning artist's latest album "COWBOY CARTER." In a post on Instagram, the former first lady said she is “so proud” of Beyoncé for reminding listeners of their power —…

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Taylor Swift is officially a billionaire

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Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story Taylor Swift is officially a billionaire Taylor Swift officially joined Forbes’ World’s Billionaires list Tuesday. © AP…

Tuesday, Apr 2

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Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj among artists warning against AI use in music

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More than 200 artists — including Billie Eilish, Nicki Minaj and the Jonas Brothers — are calling for tech companies, artificial intelligence (AI) developers, and digital music services to cease the use of AI over concerns of its impact on…

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Raffensperger pokes Larry David over Georgia arc in 'Curb': 'Gotten used to bigger stars'

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Georgia's top election official couldn't curb his enthusiasm over his state's role the final season of Larry David's popular HBO show. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger penned a letter to David poking fun at a critical plot point in …

Saturday, Mar 30

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Lizzo lashes out after backlash from dancer lawsuit: 'I quit'

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Pop star Lizzo lashed out on social media following backlash over lawsuits from her former employees who accused the artist of fostering a hostile work environment, saying she's tired of "being dragged." “I’m getting tired of putting up…

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Dolly Parton lauds Beyoncé's cover of iconic song ‘Jolene’

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County music singer Dolly Parton complimented Beyoncé’s cover of her iconic song “Jolene,” after the R&B artist released her first-ever country album. “Wow, I just heard Jolene. Beyoncé is giving that girl some trouble and she deserves it…

Friday, Mar 29

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Harris, Whitmer celebrate Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter'

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Vice President Harris and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) hailed Beyoncé’s new album “Cowboy Carter” in social media posts Friday. “Beyoncé: Thank you for reminding us to never feel confined to other people's perspective of what our…

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Colbert tees up Biden for Trump golf dig at NYC fundraiser

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Comedian Stephen Colbert on Thursday evening teed up President Biden for a dig at former President Trump about his golf game and lack of campaign events. Colbert, during a fundraiser in New York City, touted the president’s busy travel…

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Attorney for Lizzo's former backup dancers: 'shameful' singer performed at Biden fundraiser

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An attorney for former dancers of pop star Lizzo, who have accused the singer of sexual harassment, criticized her performance Thursday night at a record fundraiser held by President Biden. “It’s shameful that Lizzo would be chosen to…