Where Does Hollywood Go From Here?
The Oscar night speeches, zingers, and calls to action are done. Now what?
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At Gridiron Dinner, Trump Trades Jabs With His 'Opposition Party'
The ritzy event drew stars from across Washington's media firmament. But all eyes were on President Trump, who offered quips, burns — and even some news on North Korea. That is, if he wasn't joking.
Gun Control Is Not The Way To Stop School Shootings, Cooke Says
Rachel Martin talks to Charles Cooke, National Review Online editor, about how the Florida shooting may have started a change of heart on gun policy in the White House, that sentiment isn't universal.
The Business Case For Better Representation On Screen
"Wonder Woman" and "Black Panther" were hits. Is Hollywood listening?
Journalists Argue Russian Interference Has Been Exaggerated
The New Yorker's Masha Gessen and Adrian Chen have covered Russia extensively. They tell NPR's David Greene why they think the impact of Russian election interference efforts is largely overblown.
Comcast Makes $31 Billion Bid For European Broadcaster Sky
In a bid that appears designed to scuttle a deal planned by rivals, Comcast has offered $31 billion for Sky, Europe's largest broadcaster. If the Comcast bid is successful it will destroy Rupert Murdoch's plan to turn many of his assets over to Disney at a premium price.
'Miami Herald' Journalist Explains How A Hoax Tweet Affected Her Reporting On Shooting
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to reporter Alex Harris of the Miami Herald about a pair of hoax tweets that affected her reporting on the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla.
Politics In The News: School Shooting, Russia Investigation
Steve Inskeep talks to Jonah Goldberg, conservative columnist and senior editor at National Review, about how the White House handled the Florida school shooting, and developments in the Russia probe.
Gothamist Properties Will Be Revived Under New Ownership: Public Media
WNYC will buy Gothamist, KPCC will acquire LAist, and WAMU is taking over DCist. The move is funded by two anonymous donors "who are deeply committed to supporting local journalism initiatives."
NPR Board Faces Tough Questions Over Sexual Harassment Handling
NPR's senior management and board members faced skepticism as they sought to rebuild trust with the network's workforce. Some comments appear to have stoked fresh anger from staffers.