Jasmine Crockett encounters backlash online following claims of an Atlantic writer’s removal
Texas Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett is under fire online after allegedly having armed security remove Atlantic staff reporter Elaine Godfrey from a Senate campaign event on Monday. Godfrey reported being “kicked out” after Crockett’s team branded her a “class hater.” She described her experience just before being escorted away, saying, “Right before armed security took […]
The Staff Union of the Writers Guild of America West Begins a Strike
The Writers Guild of America West Employees Union on Strike The Writers Guild of America West Employees Union (WGASU) has initiated a strike, coinciding with one month remaining before negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) begin. On Tuesday, the union announced a halt to all operations until further notice. Their […]
Four national writers remain after significant layoffs following the recent ‘Valentine’s Day massacre.’
New York Daily News Faces Layoffs Amid Industry Struggles This week, the owners of the New York Daily News laid off 16 staff members in what some have called a “Valentine’s Day Massacre.” The cuts have left the publication feeling increasingly empty, reflecting ongoing challenges in the news sector. Alden Global Capital, known for its […]
Writers Guild in Hollywood Faces Strike Threat from Its Own Staff Union
Writers Guild of America West Votes to Authorize Strike Members of the Writers Guild of America West have authorized a strike, claiming that union leaders have been negotiating in bad faith with studio representatives. Reports indicate that union officials organized in the spring of 2025 and have persistently sought improved pay and job protections in […]
AI isn’t destroying writers — it’s eliminating subpar writing.
AI’s Impact on Writing: A Double-Edged Sword For years, people have predicted that artificial intelligence would eventually render human writers obsolete. Today, AI-generated content, whether in the form of essays, articles, or blog posts, seems to saturate our online spaces. But the reality is a bit different from what some might have expected. While these […]
Forbes suddenly lets go of many contributing writers as management aims to make the news site financially stable.
Forbes Ends Contract with Many Contributors This week, Forbes made headlines by abruptly terminating contracts with many of its contributing writers. The decision has sparked confusion and frustration among the public, with executives stating they are focused on the site’s “financial health.” Contributors to this 108-year-old publication, many of whom are independent contractors and specialize […]
Writers Guild advises CBS News staff to disregard Bari Weiss deadline
New Leadership at CBS News This week marks a significant transition for CBS News. Employees in the news department have until Tuesday to brief their new Managing Editor, Bari Weiss, on their roles and responsibilities. However, the Writers Guild of America East, representing some staffers, has advised them to wait for more information before responding. […]
Writers Union Members Demonstrate Outside Disney-ABC Studios Following Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension
On Thursday, members of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) protested outside Disney/ABC studios following the suspension of late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel. This protest came after the WGA expressed disapproval of the suspension. A video circulated showing writers picketing outside the studio. Earlier this week, it was reported that ABC, Disney, and broadcasting affiliate Nexstar […]
‘Saturday Night Live’ Loses Cast Members and Writers After 50th Season; Fans React
Fans of NBC’s long-standing late-night show Saturday Night Live are increasingly frustrated with the rapid departures of cast members and writers as the show enters its 51st season. The latest departure has left many viewers stunned as long-time cast member Heidi Gardner has been let go after eight seasons. Gardner’s exit was announced just days […]
Lorne Michaels discusses changes in the ‘SNL’ Season 51 cast and the departure of writers from the challenging show.
Changes Ahead for Saturday Night Live Season 51 Exciting updates are on the way for Saturday Night Live. Showrunner Lorne Michaels hinted at significant cast changes for the upcoming 51st season, set to premiere on October 4th. In a recent interview with Pack News, the 80-year-old Michaels confirmed he intends to mix things up this […]