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Late-night shows at risk as audiences turn away from conventional television

Late-night shows at risk as audiences turn away from conventional television

A couple of liberal media pieces released this week challenged the idea that the potential cancellation of “A Slow Show with Stephen Colbert” was politically motivated or reflective of a broader decline in late-night television. In a guest essay for the New York Times by William Cohan, who is the founder of Puck Media, and […]

Iran’s foreign minister rejects claims of a Trump assassination scheme in a television interview.

Iran's foreign minister rejects claims of a Trump assassination scheme in a television interview.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Denies Assassination Claims In a recent exclusive interview on “Special Report,” Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araguchi, refuted allegations that the Islamic Republic was planning to assassinate former President Donald Trump, along with other officials from his administration. This was his first appearance on the network since the U.S. conducted airstrikes on three […]

It’s not only Colbert — late-night television on networks is finished.

It's not only Colbert — late-night television on networks is finished.

There was quite a stir this week when Stephen Colbert revealed that CBS had decided to cancel “The Late Show.” The media reaction felt almost apocalyptic. But, really, is Colbert’s departure that surprising? Did we, I mean, did anyone, expect a blockbuster from a show that has struggled for a while? Back when airships went […]

How sharks dominated summer television, according to ‘Shark Week’ and ‘Sharkfest’ executives

How sharks dominated summer television, according to 'Shark Week' and 'Sharkfest' executives

Summer television often turns its gaze toward sharks. For years, shark-themed shows from Discovery’s Shark Week to National Geographic’s Sharkfest have highlighted these predators during the warm months. Joseph Schneier, who oversees production at Discovery, referred to it as “our Super Bowl.” He mentioned that it consistently draws significant ratings. “Honestly, it’s probably the most […]

Blumhouse Cuts Staff in Film and Television

Blumhouse Cuts Staff in Film and Television

Blumhouse Studio Cuts Staff Amid Box Office Challenges Blumhouse, the studio behind well-known horror films like Get Out, Paranormal Activity, and various Halloween reboots, has laid off six employees from its film, television, and casting departments. This decision, confirmed by a spokesperson, comes as the studio grapples with disappointing box office returns for M3GAN 2.0, […]

Bryan Kohberger might avoid the death penalty due to evidence revealed on television.

Bryan Kohberger might avoid the death penalty due to evidence revealed on television.

The suspect in the Idaho quadruple murder case, Brian Kohberger, might escape the death penalty if convicted, potentially due to evidence leaks, former prosecutors have pointed out. Kohberger is charged with the murders of Madison Mogen, Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, and Xana Kernodle, all college students. A May 9 episode of NBC’s “Dateline” included leaked […]