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'Daily Beast' Editor-In-Chief Says Unusual Reporter Pairing Is Behind Latest Success

The Daily Beast is enjoying some success with an unusual pairing of reporters at the White House. Asawin Suebsaeng came from Mother Jones and Lachlan Markay wrote for a series of conservative publications before joining the publication. Editor-in-chief John Avlon says he thinks the pairing is helping their coverage stand out.

'Daily Beast' Editor-In-Chief Says Unusual Reporter Pairing Is Behind Latest Success

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Walt Disney Company To Buy Much Of 21st Century Fox

The Walt Disney Company has struck a $52 billion deal to buy much of 21st Century Fox, the entertainment giant controlled by the Murdoch family. The deal is sure to face scrutiny from federal regulators, but if approved, Disney would acquire Fox's movie and TV studios, local sports channels and global satellite TV companies — but not Fox News.

Walt Disney Company To Buy Much Of 21st Century Fox

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This Mouse Swallows Part Of A Fox: Disney Buys Most Of Murdoch Empire

Rupert Murdoch is selling off TV and entertainment assets at 21st Century Fox as he faces deep-pocketed competitors and tensions between his sons. Adrian Sanchez-Gonzalez/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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This Mouse Swallows Part Of A Fox: Disney Buys Most Of Murdoch Empire

Rupert Murdoch would keep Fox News and Fox TV but sell off other entertainment assets in the face of digital competitors and dynastic tensions.

This Mouse Swallows Part Of A Fox: Disney Buys Most Of Murdoch Empire

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ABC News And NBC News Dealing With Turmoil In The Aftermath Of Unrelated Incidents

ABC News President James Goldston denounced a botched story about the investigation of President Trump's inner circle. NBC News faces staff skepticism over the Matt Lauer sexual harassment scandal.

ABC News And NBC News Dealing With Turmoil In The Aftermath Of Unrelated Incidents

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The Latest Caught Up In Sexual Misconduct Scandals: Lauer, Keillor

NBC News anchor Matt Lauer and public radio personality Garrison Keillor are the latest in a string of men exposed for sexual harassment. They are accused of improper conduct with female colleagues.

The Latest Caught Up In Sexual Misconduct Scandals: Lauer, Keillor

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NBC Fires 'Today' Host Matt Lauer Following Complaint Of 'Inappropriate Sexual Behavior'

NBC News has fired its biggest star today over an allegation of sexual harassment in the workplace. Matt Lauer had been with the "Today" show for more than 20 years. In a statement, NBC News Chairman Andy Lack said that while there was only one complaint, the network had reason to believe the behavior was not an isolated incident.

NBC Fires 'Today' Host Matt Lauer Following Complaint Of 'Inappropriate Sexual Behavior'

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Matt Lauer Fired By NBC For 'Inappropriate Sexual Behavior'

Part of a memo by NBC News Chairman Andy Lack read: "On Monday night, we received a detailed complaint from a colleague about inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace by Matt Lauer."

Matt Lauer Fired By NBC For 'Inappropriate Sexual Behavior'

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'Washington Post' Exposure Of Sting Operation Shows Power Of Fact-Based Reporting

According to The Washington Post, a woman approached the paper with a dramatic and fake story about U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore appears to be part of a sting operation. She was later seen entering the office of Project Veritas, an outfit that produces videos designed to discredit mainstream media outlets as well as left-leaning activist groups.

'Washington Post' Exposure Of Sting Operation Shows Power Of Fact-Based Reporting

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Time Inc. Sold To Meredith Corp., Backed By Koch Brothers

Time announced Sunday night that it had sold itself in a deal backed by the billionaire brothers known for using their wealth and political connections to advance conservative causes.

Time Inc. Sold To Meredith Corp., Backed By Koch Brothers

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Chairman Steps Down As NPR Grapples With Harassment Crisis

NPR's newsroom during election coverage on Nov. 8, 2016. The network has been rocked in recent weeks by allegations of sexual harassment. Stephen Voss/NPR hide caption

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Chairman Steps Down As NPR Grapples With Harassment Crisis

As NPR addresses fallout of a sexual harassment scandal that claimed its chief news executive, the network's board chairman has stepped down and an editor has been placed on leave.

Chairman Steps Down As NPR Grapples With Harassment Crisis

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Sean Hannity's Losing Advertisers After Showing Support For Roy Moore

Sean Hannity is getting increasingly lonely in his defense of Roy Moore after accusations that the Senate candidate initiated sexual contact with a 14-year-old girl in 1979. Critics are calling for a boycott of Hannity — with some success.

Sean Hannity's Losing Advertisers After Showing Support For Roy Moore

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Gawker Wrote About Sexual Misconduct Allegations Years Earlier

A cascade of scandals involving sexual harassment has followed revelations involving Harvey Weinstein. Many share a common thread: they were reported by the now defunct gossip news site Gawker.

Gawker Wrote About Sexual Misconduct Allegations Years Earlier

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Has Trump's Intimidation Power Affected The AT&T-Time Warner Merger?

The Justice Department told AT&T to drop CNN and other channels if it wants approval of an $85 billion takeover of Time Warner. Is President Trump's anger at CNN driving the government's stance?

Has Trump's Intimidation Power Affected The AT&T-Time Warner Merger?

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DOJ Set To Block AT&T Takeover Of Time Warner

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DOJ Set To Block AT&T Takeover Of Time Warner

The Justice Department has informed AT&T that it will oppose the company's planned $85 billion merger unless it sells off CNN — a network frequently derided by President Trump.

DOJ Set To Block AT&T Takeover Of Time Warner

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