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The 30 Rock Custody Battle

Peter Alexander’s surprise jump from NBC News to MS NOW is the latest flashpoint in a behind-the-scenes tug-of-war that has fueled tension between the progressive outlet and its former sister network, Status has learned.

Bari's ‘60’ Blow Up Plan

Mar 31, 2026

The White House Picture Police

Mar 30, 2026

Chasing Creator Currency

Mar 29, 2026

Carr Blares the Horn

Mar 28, 2026

David Simon’s Déjà Vu

Mar 27, 2026

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Below the Fold

Business Insider’s Subscriber Spiral

Internal figures obtained by Status show that the digital publication’s subscription business is not only failing to grow, but contracting at a jarring rate—raising questions about the company’s trajectory.

Soon-Shiong’s Drug Deception

As the FDA cracks down on the Los Angeles Times owner’s cancer drug claims, new reporting from Status reveals how the newspaper’s studio arm has been entangled in promoting them—raising ethical alarms among staff.

Weiss’ Ratings Wipeout

Six months into Bari Weiss’ overhaul of CBS News, new ratings data obtained by Status shows its flagship programs are shedding viewers at an alarming rate, collapsing to historic lows and accelerating the network’s decline.

CNN’s Staff Surgery

As anxious staffers await David Ellison’s arrival, CNN is also preparing to cut employees this week as part of Mark Thompson’s digital overhaul, Status has learned.

Cable News’ Podcast Envy

CNN has begun experimenting with YouTube-style podcasting, but thus far it’s invited more mockery than praise as veterans question the strategy.

Hegseth’s Press Defeat

A federal judge struck down the Pentagon’s attempt to gatekeep press access, delivering a major legal blow to Pete Hegseth’s efforts to create a safe space.

NBCUniversal’s ‘Access’ Denied

NBCUniversal’s decision to bail on first-run syndication blindsided “Access Hollywood” staff, reflecting both linear TV’s decline and why Donald Trump’s view of television feels hopelessly dated.

CBS’ Judgment Day

Staffers at CBS News tell Status they are “on edge like crazy” as the newsroom readies itself for mass layoffs overseen by Bari Weiss that will reshape the storied outlet around her vision for it.

HuffPost’s Buzz Kill

As BuzzFeed teeters on the brink, HuffPost staffers tell Status that anxiety is rippling through the newsroom and raising uncomfortable questions about the progressive outlet’s uncertain future.