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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
11 hours ago

Progressive Media Org Launches Turning Point USA Competitor

Faiz Shakir, executive director of More Perfect Union, stated, 'We're hoping that an economic populist movement for the next generation will start through More Perfect Union on campuses.' This reflects the organization's goal to mobilize students around economic issues.
Right-wing politics
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
5 hours ago

Breaking Free From Alex Jones

Josh Owens shares his experiences working for Alex Jones and the impact of conspiratorial media on personal beliefs and moral judgment.
SF parents
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 day ago

Could Your Child Be a Member of the Most Dangerous Online Community? What Every Parent Needs to Watch Out For

The True Crime Community is a dangerous online subculture that idolizes mass shooters and has been linked to numerous violent attacks.
fromPsychology Today
30 minutes ago

The Effects of Media Depictions or Mediaspeak on War

A whole vocabulary of mediaspeak terms applied to real life has gradually emerged. Included here, among others, are: collateral damage, neutralized, canceled, surgical strike, playbook, rules of the game, high-value target, and gamechanger.
World politics
Podcast
fromThe Nation
5 hours ago

Introducing Fighting Fascism, A New Podcast Devoted to Resisting Authoritarianism

Fighting Fascism podcast addresses modern authoritarianism and antifascist strategies through historical context and contemporary discussions with experts.
#trump
US Elections
fromThe Nation
8 hours ago

How Trump Keeps Getting Away With Blasphemy

Trump posted an image of himself as Jesus, provoking backlash and highlighting his controversial relationship with religious figures.
Washington DC
fromAdvocate.com
57 minutes ago

Trump calls Oval Office DoorDash stunt 'tacky' after driver rejects his transphobic question

Trump called his DoorDash photo-op 'tacky' and linked it to previous campaign theatrics during a tax policy roundtable.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Get a Better Sense of Humor': Karoline Leavitt Lashes Out at The Wall Street Journal for Asking About Trump Diet Soda-Cancer Theory

Karoline Leavitt suggested The Wall Street Journal improve its sense of humor regarding President Trump's comments on diet soda and cancer.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

MAGA Is Increasingly Convinced the Trump Assassination Attempt Was Staged

Trump supporters are claiming the assassination attempt in Butler was staged, reflecting a growing conspiracy theory among his base.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CNN Anchor Flat-Out Calls Trump Liar Over Bonkers Jesus Post: He Deleted It and Lied About It'

Abby Phillip labeled President Trump a liar regarding his explanation for a controversial Truth Social post he deleted.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

CNN's Smerconish Hits at Remove Trump Crowd in Lengthy Defense: Madness IS the Method'

Michael Smerconish defends Trump, arguing his public persona is a strategic tactic to keep foreign adversaries uncertain while making rational decisions privately.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
8 hours ago

How Trump Keeps Getting Away With Blasphemy

Trump posted an image of himself as Jesus, provoking backlash and highlighting his controversial relationship with religious figures.
Washington DC
fromAdvocate.com
57 minutes ago

Trump calls Oval Office DoorDash stunt 'tacky' after driver rejects his transphobic question

Trump called his DoorDash photo-op 'tacky' and linked it to previous campaign theatrics during a tax policy roundtable.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Get a Better Sense of Humor': Karoline Leavitt Lashes Out at The Wall Street Journal for Asking About Trump Diet Soda-Cancer Theory

Karoline Leavitt suggested The Wall Street Journal improve its sense of humor regarding President Trump's comments on diet soda and cancer.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

MAGA Is Increasingly Convinced the Trump Assassination Attempt Was Staged

Trump supporters are claiming the assassination attempt in Butler was staged, reflecting a growing conspiracy theory among his base.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CNN Anchor Flat-Out Calls Trump Liar Over Bonkers Jesus Post: He Deleted It and Lied About It'

Abby Phillip labeled President Trump a liar regarding his explanation for a controversial Truth Social post he deleted.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

CNN's Smerconish Hits at Remove Trump Crowd in Lengthy Defense: Madness IS the Method'

Michael Smerconish defends Trump, arguing his public persona is a strategic tactic to keep foreign adversaries uncertain while making rational decisions privately.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 hours ago

There Are Signs of a Massive AI Backlash

Public outrage against the tech industry's AI focus is escalating, leading to protests and political backlash against data centers and AI development.
Media industry
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 hours ago

Caitlyn Jenner whines that her passport now says she's "male" after supporting Trump's reelection - LGBTQ Nation

Caitlyn Jenner discussed her struggles with travel due to Trump's anti-trans policies while expressing continued support for him.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Let's talk about sex in a world of porn | Letter

Straight male authors should embrace writing about sex, but the urgent conversation on sexual knowledge and pleasure is happening outside of literature.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
7 hours ago

Trump Says Mamdani Will Ruin NYC But That They're Still Cool

Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump have a complex relationship marked by criticism and a shared focus on New York's fiscal policies.
Books
fromSlate Magazine
12 hours ago

A New Kind of Scandal Is Growing Online. It's Ruining Careers-and Aimed at the Wrong Target.

A.I. detection controversies highlight concerns over authorship and the impact of technology on writing.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Packaging evil into something funny': is making fun of Trump now just clownwashing'?

Comedy can challenge authority and prevent normalization of harmful political realities, but it risks becoming a safety valve for apathy instead.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
US politics
fromAxios
13 hours ago

Trump ditches deportation showmanship

The White House is recalibrating its immigration enforcement messaging amid declining public support.
Marketing
fromPR Daily
1 day ago

The most overrated PR trends today - PR Daily

PR trends fluctuate, with some becoming industry standards while others fade quickly.
Social media marketing
fromMedium
21 hours ago

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

The manosphere thrives on toxic online communities that promote misogyny and anti-feminism, driven by algorithms rewarding controversial content.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Pamela Brown Fires Back When Stefanik Accuses CNN of Ignoring Swalwell Scandal: I Did the Reporting With My Team!'

Pamela Brown highlighted CNN's role in breaking major stories about Eric Swalwell's scandals amid accusations of misconduct.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Pamela Brown Fires Back When Stefanik Accuses CNN of Ignoring Swalwell Scandal: I Did the Reporting With My Team!'

Pamela Brown highlighted CNN's role in breaking major stories about Eric Swalwell's scandals amid accusations of misconduct.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Almost a quarter of teenagers fear being cancelled over their political views

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of political fear among teenagers on sharing their views.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago
US Elections

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Almost a quarter of teenagers fear being cancelled over their political views

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of political fear among teenagers on sharing their views.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Coronavirus
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Mike Thompson Attacks RFK Jr Over Health Conspiracy Theories

Rep. Mike Thompson criticized Robert Kennedy Jr. for undermining vaccines and public health with conspiracy theories during a Capitol Hill hearing.
Law
fromDailycaller
2 days ago

FTC Moves To Bar 'Brand Safety' Advertising Scheme Used To Censor Conservative Media

Major advertising agencies agreed to stop restricting business with media publishers based on political content, addressing anticompetitive conduct and First Amendment violations.
Psychology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

How we make decisions, and how to reach people who've already made up their minds

The Elaboration Likelihood Model explains how motivation and ability influence how people process persuasive information through central and peripheral routes.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

"A disgrace": Hillary Clinton slams Trump's "unhinged" posts - LGBTQ Nation

Hillary Clinton criticized Donald Trump's social media posts, calling them unhinged and disgraceful, emphasizing the need for accountability in political leadership.
#donald-trump
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
NYC LGBT

Trump bizarrely brought up trans women during DoorDash stunt & it got awkward - LGBTQ Nation

A DoorDash worker delivered food to Trump and declined to engage in his comments about trans women in sports.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

MS NOW's Catherine Rampell Has No Sympathy for Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson Amid Trump Feud: The Wool Was Not Pulled Over Your Eyes'

Catherine Rampell expresses no sympathy for conservative podcasters criticized by Trump, emphasizing their failure to foresee his behavior.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 hours ago

Trump Rails Against MAGA-Aligned Podcasters Including Low IQ Person' Tucker Carlson

Donald Trump criticized several MAGA-aligned podcasters, including Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens, highlighting their declining favorability among Republicans.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Explains Reason for Melania's Jeffrey Epstein Address

Donald Trump defended Melania Trump against fake news linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, asserting she had no connections to him.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Donald Trump isn't obsessed with trans issues. He's obsessed with applause. - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump frequently expresses negative views on transgender women in sports, seeking validation from others during public interactions.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Trump bizarrely brought up trans women during DoorDash stunt & it got awkward - LGBTQ Nation

A DoorDash worker delivered food to Trump and declined to engage in his comments about trans women in sports.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

MS NOW's Catherine Rampell Has No Sympathy for Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson Amid Trump Feud: The Wool Was Not Pulled Over Your Eyes'

Catherine Rampell expresses no sympathy for conservative podcasters criticized by Trump, emphasizing their failure to foresee his behavior.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Ad firms settle with Trump FTC over claims they boycotted conservative media

The FTC is pressuring advertisers to end brand-safety initiatives, impacting ad placements based on political and ideological viewpoints.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Bill O'Reilly Reveals He Didn't Want to Name His New Podcast After Infamous We'll Do it Live' Viral Moment: I've Banished It From My Mind'

O'Reilly stated, 'My staff is. They forced me to name it that way. I've banished it from my mind forever.' This reflects his reluctance to embrace the podcast's title.
Podcast
Washington DC
fromJezebel
2 days ago

TMZ Is Now Berating Congress, as the Founding Fathers Intended

TMZ is now covering Congress, focusing on celebrity-style scandals and moments during a government shutdown.
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
3 days ago

'How could you ask me that question?' Looksmaxxer Clavicular storms out of '60 minutes' interview

Clavicular, a looksmaxxer, uses extreme methods for self-improvement and rejects ties to the incel community despite controversial actions.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Mamdani's trademark smug videos now undermining agenda: 'Might be a price to pay'

Slick online videos that aided Mayor Mamdani's campaign are now creating political challenges and enemies in his administration's early days.
#media-criticism
Right-wing politics
fromPoynter
10 hours ago

Pete Hegseth uses the Bible to demonize the press - Poynter

CBS News invited Pete Hegseth, a critic of the press, to the WHCA dinner despite his controversial statements about media coverage.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Hegseth Lashes Out at Trump-Hating Press' With Bonkers Bible Rant and Trump-Jesus Analogy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticized the media for negative coverage, comparing them to biblical Pharisees and President Trump to Jesus.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN's Stelter Hits Weird' Hegseth Rant Attacking Press and Comparing Trump to Jesus: Deeply Offensive As a Christian'

Hegseth's comparison of Trump to Jesus and attack on the press was criticized as blasphemous and hypocritical by Stelter.
Right-wing politics
fromPoynter
10 hours ago

Pete Hegseth uses the Bible to demonize the press - Poynter

CBS News invited Pete Hegseth, a critic of the press, to the WHCA dinner despite his controversial statements about media coverage.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Hegseth Lashes Out at Trump-Hating Press' With Bonkers Bible Rant and Trump-Jesus Analogy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticized the media for negative coverage, comparing them to biblical Pharisees and President Trump to Jesus.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN's Stelter Hits Weird' Hegseth Rant Attacking Press and Comparing Trump to Jesus: Deeply Offensive As a Christian'

Hegseth's comparison of Trump to Jesus and attack on the press was criticized as blasphemous and hypocritical by Stelter.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

House Democrat Praises People Like Nick Fuentes, Alex Jones' for Calling Trump Mentally Unstable'

Rep. Yassamin Ansari supports the 25th Amendment investigation into Trump's mental state, citing alarming recognition from unexpected figures.
#jimmy-kimmel
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Fires Back at MAGA Critics on Michelle Obama's Podcast: Don't Tell Me What My Job Is'

Jimmy Kimmel defends his focus on Trump in comedy, asserting it's essential to address current events in his role as a late-night host.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Jimmy Kimmel Rips JD Vance for Claiming Trump's Jesus Post Was a Joke' People Didn't Understand: Why Did I Get Kicked Off the Air Again?'

Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Jimmy Kimmel Fires Back at MAGA Critics on Michelle Obama's Podcast: Don't Tell Me What My Job Is'

Jimmy Kimmel defends his focus on Trump in comedy, asserting it's essential to address current events in his role as a late-night host.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Jimmy Kimmel Rips JD Vance for Claiming Trump's Jesus Post Was a Joke' People Didn't Understand: Why Did I Get Kicked Off the Air Again?'

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 days ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: The Rise of Network Shutdowns

In 2024 alone, authorities imposed 304 internet shutdowns across 54 countries - the highest number ever recorded. This reflects a growing trend of governments treating connectivity as a weapon.
World politics
Social media marketing
fromAxios
3 days ago

The first AI-era war is a "slopaganda" battle to control memes

AI-generated content is rapidly spreading propaganda, making it easier for influencers to adopt conspiracy theories.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

From Molotov cocktails to data center shutdowns, the AI backlash is turning revolutionary | Fortune

Recent violent incidents against AI leaders highlight escalating tensions surrounding artificial intelligence and its perceived threats to humanity.
Media industry
fromFast Company
13 hours ago

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

TMZ Turns Its Pitiless Lens on Politicians

TMZ has expanded its focus to include politicians, highlighting their perceived irresponsibility while enjoying leisure activities during government crises.
US Elections
fromBuzzFeed
4 days ago

I Was A Lifelong Progressive. Then I Started Listening To Bari Weiss - And Everything Changed.

Experiencing a 'red pill' awakening leads individuals to abandon liberal values for conservatism or far-right beliefs.
US politics
fromBustle
4 days ago

How The 'Blue-Haired Liberal' Become The Right's Favorite Stereotype

Bennett and Tippetts, hairstylists from different political backgrounds, both cater to clients seeking culturally significant blue hair color.
Media industry
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The FCC Has a Fast Lane for Complaints About Trump's Media Critics

A conservative legal group expedited a complaint against Jimmy Kimmel and ABC by directly contacting the FCC chairman's office, bypassing standard procedures.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 hours ago

CNN's Scott Jennings Hits Hegseth's Trump-as-Jesus Rant Attacking Press: It's Over the Top'

Scott Jennings criticized Pete Hegseth's biblical comparison of Trump to Jesus as over the top, while acknowledging some agreement with Hegseth's sentiment.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Trump administration is trying to force Reddit to reveal the identity of an online ICE critic

The Trump administration is demanding Reddit user data, seen as an attack on freedom of expression and a violation of constitutional rights.
#tucker-carlson
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Tucker Carlson to launch publishing imprint with books by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos

Tucker Carlson is launching an imprint to publish controversial books, including works by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos, through Skyhorse.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Tucker Carlson to launch publishing imprint with books by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos

Tucker Carlson is launching an imprint to publish controversial books, including works by Russell Brand and Milo Yiannopoulos, through Skyhorse.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Inside Yale's Hasan Piker Spectacle

The invitation of Hasan Piker to Yale Political Union sparked backlash from Laura Loomer, Rick Scott, and Turning Point USA due to his controversial statements.
Media industry
fromWIRED
6 days ago

How the Internet Broke Everyone's Bullshit Detectors

Synthetic media is reshaping information warfare, prioritizing speed and virality over accuracy in online content.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

Tucker Carlson Is Not Your Anti-War Ally

Liberals are inadvertently boosting the credibility of controversial figures by engaging with their anti-war messages regarding the Iran War.
Right-wing politics
fromQueerty
6 hours ago

Franklin Graham defends Tr*mp's "nice" Jesus pics, regrets it faster than Peter denied Christ - Queerty

Franklin Graham defended President Trump regarding AI-generated images depicting him in a Christ-like manner, stating there were no spiritual references in the images.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

History Is Running Backwards

In 1979 the revolution happened, and now Tehran looks like something from an earlier century. Sometimes I think that our whole world has become kind of like that-going backwards in time.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth Confronted on Joe Kent's Claim That Iran Policy Forced on Trump by Israel: Nothing Gets Foisted on President Trump'

Hegseth maintained that the zero-enrichment policy was not foisted on him, adding: As someone who, unlike the individual you referenced, is in the presence of the president nearly every day and has been inside every single key meeting that has happened surrounding the idea of Operation Epic Fury, not a single thing has been foisted upon the President of the United States.
Right-wing politics
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Geraldo Rivera Warns There Will Be a Revolution' Against Republicans Unless War Wraps Up: The Cost Politically to the President Will Be Profound'

The Republican Party risks significant losses in midterm elections if Trump does not resolve the conflict with Iran and lower gas prices soon.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Don't Believe the Ross Douthat Hype

Conservative columnists in the New York Times intellectualize right-wing views to appeal to a center-left audience, creating a unique genre of writing.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Erika Kirk Cancels Hosting TPUSA Event Over Security Threats

Kolvet explained from the stage on Tuesday with Vance, 'It's a terrible reflection on the state of reality and the state of the country.'
Right-wing politics
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Puck Mocks Status Batsh*t, Trump's AI Jesus and MAGA Split

MAGA media allies turned against Trump amid escalating tensions and controversial actions, marking a significant shift in support and loyalty within the right-wing media landscape.
#hasan-piker
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Hasan Piker Defends Hamas Support As Pod Save America Host Tries to Get Him to Disavow It

Hasan Piker stands by controversial statements, including support for Hamas over Israel, during an interview with Jon Favreau.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Hasan Piker Brands Republican Party Biggest Terrorist' Group on Earth

Hasan Piker labeled the Republican Party as the biggest terrorist organization during an interview, expressing disillusionment with the Democratic Party.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Hasan Piker Defends Hamas Support As Pod Save America Host Tries to Get Him to Disavow It

Hasan Piker stands by controversial statements, including support for Hamas over Israel, during an interview with Jon Favreau.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Hasan Piker Brands Republican Party Biggest Terrorist' Group on Earth

Hasan Piker labeled the Republican Party as the biggest terrorist organization during an interview, expressing disillusionment with the Democratic Party.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Insane!' Ben Shapiro Scoffs at the Idea That Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly are Leading a MAGA Revolt Against Trump

Shapiro stated, 'I don't think it's a major issue for the Republican base. I think the president is exactly right to call this out for what it is, which is people who have fringe audiences.'
Right-wing politics
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
1 week ago

MAGA Media Seems to Have Hit Its Breaking Point Over Iran

Candace Owens and other right-wing figures are calling for Trump's removal from office, citing his recent actions and statements as dangerous.
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