Oliver Darcy

Oliver Darcy is the founder and lead author of Status.

Bari’s Punch Back Plan

Jun 25, 2026

After months of criticism over her controversial overhaul of CBS News, Bari Weiss is eager to tell her side of the story, Status has learned—and she's been in talks for a major sit-down interview.

Patrick Soon-Shiong’s Payment Problems

Jun 23, 2026

The Los Angeles Times has repeatedly fallen behind on payments to contractors and vendors, Status has learned, even as its billionaire owner pushes ahead with plans for an IPO.

The 'CBS Mornings’ Mess

Jun 22, 2026

New Nielsen ratings data obtained by Status shows “CBS Mornings” is on pace for its worst June ever as the Bari Weiss-led network’s troubles deepen.

In the B.I. of the Storm

Jun 18, 2026

In the wake of layoffs and executive exits, interim chief Christian Baesler told staffers in an all-hands meeting the outlet is "stronger than ever,” but a recording obtained by Status suggests the newsroom isn't buying it.

The CBS-CNN Courtship

Jun 16, 2026

Behind the scenes, Status has learned that top executives at CNN and CBS News have quietly convened for meetings as Paramount moves closer to acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, uniting the two news operations.

The Smear on the South Lawn

Jun 15, 2026

A fighter drew outrage and condemnation after promoting a conspiracy-laden smear about Michelle Obama during UFC’s Donald Trump birthday bash—but blue-chip sponsors responded in an entirely different way.

Bilton’s ‘60’ Séance

Jun 11, 2026

As "60 Minutes" struggles to recover from Bari Weiss's chaotic firings, new EP Nick Bilton quietly signaled an openness to bringing back one of the key figures she killed off the show, Status has learned.

Bari in the Bunker and Ellison at the Gates

Jun 9, 2026

Bari Weiss has been largely MIA and holed up in her secured sixth-floor suite at CBS News as David Ellison personally intervenes to assuage the concerns of rattled “60 Minutes” staffers, Status has learned.

Media Matters’ Musk Mayhem

Jun 8, 2026

The progressive media watchdog has been forced to undergo layoffs and take other cost-cutting measures as it continues to battle the “dark MAGA” billionaire in a costly legal war, Status has learned.

Paramount’s Weiss Woes

Jun 4, 2026

The fallout from Bari Weiss’ dismantling of “60 Minutes” is now reverberating across Paramount, with company leaders privately questioning the damage being done to the CBS brand, Status has learned.

The Tick-Tock on '60' Correspondents

Jun 3, 2026

As Scott Pelley refuses to leave CBS News quietly and his feud with Bari Weiss escalates, remaining “60 Minutes” correspondents met to weigh their futures with the storied newsmagazine, Status has learned.

Clock Strikes Midnight for Pelley

Jun 2, 2026

The “60 Minutes” correspondent was fired by email Tuesday night after a dramatic showdown with CBS News leadership, throwing the show into an unprecedented and existential crisis.

Owens Unloads in Overtime

Jun 1, 2026

Just hours after Scott Pelley torched CBS News leadership, former “60 Minutes” executive producer Bill Owens joined the revolt, blasting Bari Weiss and rallying behind his former colleague.

Pelley’s ‘60 Minutes’ Revolt

Jun 1, 2026

In a stunning confrontation, Scott Pelley accused Bari Weiss of “murdering” the newsmagazine and relentlessly grilled her newly installed executive producer, Nick Bilton, over the show’s recent firings, according to audio obtained by Status.

Inside Bari’s ‘60’ Bloodbath

May 28, 2026

A day after celebrating a banner season, “60 Minutes” descended into chaos as Bari Weiss fired top talent, installed a TV novice to run the program, and left staffers fearing the storied newsmagazine is being destroyed before their eyes.

The Press Mobilizes Against Ellison

May 26, 2026

A coalition of journalists, academics, and documentarians have signed a letter opposing Paramount’s acquisition of CNN’s parentco, Status has learned—voicing concern over the ramifications it will have for the news landscape.

Bari’s Anderson Agitation

May 21, 2026

Anderson Cooper’s “60 Minutes” farewell interview, in which he delivered a not-so-subtle message to management about journalistic integrity, infuriated Bari Weiss, Status has learned.

Ellison’s Fast and Furious Takeover

May 19, 2026

Paramount is hoping to close its deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery much sooner than the company has publicly stated, Status has learned.

Hitting the Brakes on Carr

May 18, 2026

In an interview with Status, the FCC chairman assailed his critics and defended his actions against Disney after a legal watchdog asked authorities to investigate him for having “violated his ethical obligations” as an attorney.

Tony’s Trouble in Taipei

May 14, 2026

After failing to secure a visa to broadcast from Beijing, Tony Dokoupil was also forced out of his backup location in Taiwan, Status has learned, adding to an embarrassing series of events for the Bari Weiss-led network.

Döpfner’s MAGA Dance

May 12, 2026

The Axel Springer chief has been quietly pursuing closer ties to Donald Trump through a series of off-the-record efforts, including a planned Washington dinner and a trek to the Middle East, Status has learned.

The Major Trouble at '60'

May 11, 2026

Bari Weiss’ decision to hand another high-profile “60 Minutes” interview to Major Garrett—who is not a correspondent on the show—prompted backlash inside the newsmagazine, Status has learned.

Paramount’s Paper Trail

May 7, 2026

Two press freedom groups that hold Paramount shares are demanding internal records over concerns the Ellisons have agreed to compromise the editorial integrity of CNN to secure approval for the Warners deal, Status has learned.

Murdoch’s Vox Vision

May 5, 2026

James Murdoch is in advanced talks to purchase Vox Media's podcasting network and New York Magazine—but that's not all, Status has learned. Inside the deal that would give Rupert’s youngest son a media empire of his own.

Hitting the Substack Ceiling

May 4, 2026

In the wake of The Ankler’s exit from Substack, Status has learned that other top publishers have privately expressed frustration with the platform and weighed possible departures, raising questions about the company’s ability to retrain its most prominent creators.