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News behind paywalls: People reject it, media depend on it in digital shift
A revolution appears to be unfolding in the news industry, driven by a mix of mistrust, a decline in traditional TV viewership and revenue, and a world increasingly plugged into phones rather than televisions. As a result, news companies are shifting strategies and targeting the digital news consumer. However, the news business model is still… -
2024 CMA Awards: Highlights, emotional tributes and history-making wins
Country music’s biggest night returned to Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 20, for the 58th CMA Awards, delivering show-stopping performances, heartfelt tributes and history-making wins. From Post Malone and Chris Stapleton’s electrifying opening performance to emotional honors for George Strait, the event showcased the best of country music while embracing its future. Post Malone and Stapleton kicked… -
Israeli and Hamas leaders targeted for war crimes by ICC
The International Criminal Court at The Hague has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for their roles in the ongoing war in the Middle East. In addition, it has issued a warrant for Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif. The court announced that it issued the warrants… -
How media highlighted or omitted illegal status of Laken Riley murderer
A judge ruled Wednesday, Nov. 20, that Jose Ibarra is guilty of murdering Georgia college student Laken Riley. The case gained national attention due to the brutal nature of the crime and Ibarra’s status as an undocumented migrant from Venezuela. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Key moments from… -
Texas offers 1,400 acres for Trump Administration deportation effort
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is offering over 1,400 acres of land on a ranch in Starr County, Texas, to assist the incoming Trump administration with mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. Starr County, located along the U.S.-Mexico border, could become the site for deportation facilities and staging areas to help fulfill President-elect Donald Trump’s promise… -
Target offers disappointing results ahead of holiday shopping season
Target offered disappointing third-quarter earnings results Wednesday, Nov. 20, as it looks ahead to the holiday shopping season. After lowering prices on thousands of items in recent months to lure shoppers, it has now lowered its expectations for the year. This was in contrast to Walmart, which raised its annual forecast just 24 hours earlier.… -
Digital media may be fueling a global boredom crisis: Study
Despite constant access to entertainment, boredom is increasing worldwide, especially among young people. Researchers blame digital media for creating overstimulation, fragmented attention and shallow engagement that leaves people unfulfilled. A new study published in Communications Psychology reveals that boredom levels among U.S. adolescents and Chinese college students have risen significantly in the past 15 years.… -
Pizza Hut launches ‘pizza wine’ for holiday season
Pizza Hut is collaborating with Irvine’s Just Beyond Paradise Winery, a family-owned vineyard in Kansas, to launch a new wine in time for the holidays. The pizza chain is hoping for a holiday turnaround after reporting a decline in sales last quarter. The company said in a press release on Tuesday, Nov. 19, this limited-edition… -
How unmanned helicopters are aiming to save pilots’ lives in US
An unmanned helicopter, which its creator claims will revolutionize everything from spraying crops to fighting fires all while saving lives, is taking flight. As revealed on Tuesday, Nov. 19, the so-called Sprayhawk needs no pilot. Developed by the U.S. startup Rotor, the helicopter relies on AI, sensors and communications systems, allowing a user to operate… -
Large groups of migrants apprehended at US-Mexico border in recent days
Hundreds of migrants are in custody after being caught by U.S. border agents. This comes as the Biden administration prepares for an even bigger surge of border crossings ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. The chief patrol agent for the Tucson area posted a photo Monday, Nov. 18, of the more than 230 migrants that… -
Walmart says holiday momentum fueled by higher-income shoppers
Walmart says it’s ready for the holiday season. The largest retailer in the nation released its third-quarter earnings report Tuesday, Nov. 19, with the keyword being “momentum.” Walmart executives used the word nearly a dozen times during the call to describe the company’s position heading into the biggest shopping period of the year. The retailer… -
Backlash after UK police investigate columnist over social media post
Essex Police are under fire after launching an investigation into a social media post by columnist Allison Pearson. Critics are calling the probe an overreach that infringes on free speech. The investigation centers on a year-old tweet about the Gaza conflict and has drawn widespread condemnation from political and civil liberties figures. Pearson, a columnist… -
A record 1 in 8 students in NYC were homeless last year: Report
The number of homeless students in New York City has hit a record high. Data from the Advocates for Children of New York revealed more than 146,000 public school students were homeless during the 2023-2024 school year. This means 1 in 8 students across the district were either in shelters or living temporarily with friends…