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Status is the definitive nightly briefing that cuts through the noise to inform readers about what is really happening in the corridors of media power.

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A Whole New World

A Whole New World

May 7, 2025

Disney’s next mega-park in Abu Dhabi comes with a surprising financial twist—and Status has learned exclusive details about the deal that the company has kept under wraps, until now.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
The Daily Dot's Doom

The Daily Dot's Doom

May 6, 2025

After a sharp and abrupt traffic collapse, The Daily Dot was forced to lay off much of its staff—and it may be a preview of the tough road ahead for digital publishers.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
A Reel Trade War

A Reel Trade War

May 5, 2025

With a single Truth Social post, Donald Trump has plunged Hollywood into chaos, as studios seek clarity on his declaration that a “100% tariff” will be applied to films made “in foreign lands.”

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Tina Tells All

Tina Tells All

May 4, 2025

In a conversation with Status, Tina Brown sounded the alarm on a “republic of lies” and named the media leaders rising to meet the moment—and those falling flat.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Holding the Line

Holding the Line

May 3, 2025

While Donald Trump launched an all-out war on the press in his first 100 days, Status is holding power to account—delivering exclusive reporting and going to court to expose the truth.

Jon Passantino
Jon Passantino
Loomered in the West Wing

Loomered in the West Wing

May 1, 2025

After a string of attacks on X and a surprise Oval Office appearance, Laura Loomer is claiming credit for removing Donald Trump’s top national security aide—a reminder that in today’s MAGAverse, those on the fringe are calling the shots.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Murdoch’s Smartmatic Secrets

Murdoch’s Smartmatic Secrets

Apr 30, 2025

Fox News and Smartmatic both asked a judge on Wednesday to rule in their favor in the $2.7 billion defamation case—but what’s missing from the recent filings could prove far more damaging for Rupert Murdoch.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
100 Days of Hell

100 Days of Hell

Apr 29, 2025

Donald Trump’s first 100 days have shaken the media world—so we asked top industry executives to share their unfiltered, anonymous takes on the political pressure and economic fallout.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Lizza and the Lawyers

Lizza and the Lawyers

Apr 28, 2025

Ryan Lizza’s exit from POLITICO has exploded into a messy divorce—with free speech, newsroom politics, and non-disparagement clauses all colliding.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Catching Up with Cramer

Catching Up with Cramer

Apr 27, 2025

As “Mad Money” turns 20, Jim Cramer opens up about the lessons he’s learned, the shifts he sees coming, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Power, Press, and Purpose

Power, Press, and Purpose

Apr 26, 2025

Amid the buzz of WHCD weekend, Status brought the media world together for a powerful night of celebration—and a fierce defense of the First Amendment.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
Dinner With Daniels

Dinner With Daniels

Apr 24, 2025

As the White House Correspondents’ Dinner nears, Eugene Daniels spoke to Status about the pressures facing the press—and the organization fighting to protect it.

Oliver Darcy
Oliver Darcy
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