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Bayeux Tapestry to Travel to London in Double Crate – No Chance Left for Damage
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Bayeux Tapestry to Travel to London in Double Crate – No Chance Left for Damage

CBS News in Turmoil: ‘60 Minutes’ Faces Shake‑Ups and Scandals","description":"Explore the unfolding controversy at CBS’s flagship news program—the firing of top correspondents, leadership changes, and questions about its future direction amid a canny fight for relevance.","summary":"Recent leadership changes at CBS News have triggered the dismissal of three correspondents, including veteran Scott Pelley, and the appointment of new executives. While CBS attempts to re‑brand the legendary 58‑season show “60 Minutes,” critics argue the shake‑ups threaten the program’s core values and investigative legacy.","image":"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/cd33d6d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3600x2400+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F6c%2Fe7%2Fb553edb5b6448206b538498b3370%2F8c9c8f390853414fbe6839e426ea0b66","text":"<h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">CBS News in Turmoil: ‘60 Minutes’ Faces Shake‑Ups and Scandals</h2><p>In a continuous saga that echoed the intense launch of the show in 1968, CBS News leader Bari Weiss has unleashed a “new approach” on its flagship program. The move, described by the network as a necessary evolution, has already cost three senior correspondents, including veteran host Scott Pelley, and displaced long‑time producer Tanya Simon. With the program’s rating highs amid the political turbulence of the last few years, the crisis now threatens to eclipse its 58‑season legacy.</p><p>On September 24, 1968, Harry Reasoner famously declared “This is ‘60 Minutes,’” ushering in a new format for television journalism. He called it a “new approach.” Now, at the midpoint of its lifespan, the same phrase has become the rallying cry of those at the helm of a show that has outlasted a thousand political seasons.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">The Shake‑Ups</h2><p>In a dramatic spin‑off from the network’s reality TV division, Weiss appointed technology columnist Nick Bilton as executive producer, replacing 30‑year veteran Tanya Simon. Alongside the leadership swap, the network axed award‑winning correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi and Cecilia Vega, effectively stripping the show of four of its most recognizable faces. The departure of Anderson Cooper, who left voluntarily, has left a void in on‑deck reporting.</p><p>Scott Pelley was fired in a tense meeting with management, after a confrontation with Bilton’s team. Pelley has publicly accused the new leadership of “instructing me to inject falsehoods and bias into politically sensitive stories” and has claimed that he was told to include unverified claims. He has also suggested that the changes serve political ends, praising former MSNBC editor‑in‑chief <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/849feac594d54642915110b4976d5046\" style=\"color:#0066ff; text-decoration:underline;\">Roger Segall</a> and setting a tone that favors a particular Washington establishment.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">Apollo of the Past and the Future of the Show</h2><p>Historian Robert Thompson notes that, “It started in 1968—time is this good.” But the structural changes now raise the question whether the show will move toward a “next generation” or remain an untouchable relic of early network journalism. Thompson reminds that the program has continually evolved under different directors; writers and analysts still poke holes at the claim that the legacy cannot shift at all.</p><p>Former executive producer Jeff Fager—who authored <i>Fifty Years of 60 Minutes: The Inside Story of Television’s Most Influential News Broadcast</i>—has openly cautioned that “I can’t imagine running ‘60 Minutes’ without Scott.” Fager warned that the loss of “the most remarkable body of work” would hobo the network’s credibility.</p><p>Not long before these upheavals, CBS faced a civil‑rights lawsuit with President Donald Trump over an edited 2024 interview with former presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The lawsuit was settled for $16 million by Paramount and Skydance, whose merger has added more layers of corporate oversight to the network’s decision‑making. The settlement angered many at the show, and subsequently led to the departure of late‑night host Stephen Colbert.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">The Outsider’s Verdict</h2><p>Media pundits have weighed in, from CNN’s Brian Stelter to the AP’s own role in bringing the turmoil to light. Žest opinions range from calling it a new era to it being, in some eyes, a clampdown. NBA commissioner Roger Goodell has been asked by Congress to testify on streaming adoption, reflecting the larger question about where the network’s future lies toward digital platforms and viewer engagement.</p><p>Weiss has made a promise that Season 59 will “deliver unforgettable stories” if the brand is consistent. The upcoming roster, however, remains unclear, and skeptics worry that the show may simply be in a battle over political narrative control.</p><p>So far, no clear direction has materialized. The question remains: will CBS “ride the new approach” or will the legacy of investigative journalism turn off its frazzled audience? The next 12 months will determine whether the show’s long‑standing brand will survive or become a footnote written by fan blogs and industry gossip.</p><p>— Jocelyn Noveck, covers media and entertainment for the AP</p>
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CBS News in Turmoil: ‘60 Minutes’ Faces Shake‑Ups and Scandals","description":"Explore the unfolding controversy at CBS’s flagship news program—the firing of top correspondents, leadership changes, and questions about its future direction amid a canny fight for relevance.","summary":"Recent leadership changes at CBS News have triggered the dismissal of three correspondents, including veteran Scott Pelley, and the appointment of new executives. While CBS attempts to re‑brand the legendary 58‑season show “60 Minutes,” critics argue the shake‑ups threaten the program’s core values and investigative legacy.","image":"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/cd33d6d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3600x2400+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F6c%2Fe7%2Fb553edb5b6448206b538498b3370%2F8c9c8f390853414fbe6839e426ea0b66","text":"<h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">CBS News in Turmoil: ‘60 Minutes’ Faces Shake‑Ups and Scandals</h2><p>In a continuous saga that echoed the intense launch of the show in 1968, CBS News leader Bari Weiss has unleashed a “new approach” on its flagship program. The move, described by the network as a necessary evolution, has already cost three senior correspondents, including veteran host Scott Pelley, and displaced long‑time producer Tanya Simon. With the program’s rating highs amid the political turbulence of the last few years, the crisis now threatens to eclipse its 58‑season legacy.</p><p>On September 24, 1968, Harry Reasoner famously declared “This is ‘60 Minutes,’” ushering in a new format for television journalism. He called it a “new approach.” Now, at the midpoint of its lifespan, the same phrase has become the rallying cry of those at the helm of a show that has outlasted a thousand political seasons.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">The Shake‑Ups</h2><p>In a dramatic spin‑off from the network’s reality TV division, Weiss appointed technology columnist Nick Bilton as executive producer, replacing 30‑year veteran Tanya Simon. Alongside the leadership swap, the network axed award‑winning correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi and Cecilia Vega, effectively stripping the show of four of its most recognizable faces. The departure of Anderson Cooper, who left voluntarily, has left a void in on‑deck reporting.</p><p>Scott Pelley was fired in a tense meeting with management, after a confrontation with Bilton’s team. Pelley has publicly accused the new leadership of “instructing me to inject falsehoods and bias into politically sensitive stories” and has claimed that he was told to include unverified claims. He has also suggested that the changes serve political ends, praising former MSNBC editor‑in‑chief <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/849feac594d54642915110b4976d5046\" style=\"color:#0066ff; text-decoration:underline;\">Roger Segall</a> and setting a tone that favors a particular Washington establishment.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">Apollo of the Past and the Future of the Show</h2><p>Historian Robert Thompson notes that, “It started in 1968—time is this good.” But the structural changes now raise the question whether the show will move toward a “next generation” or remain an untouchable relic of early network journalism. Thompson reminds that the program has continually evolved under different directors; writers and analysts still poke holes at the claim that the legacy cannot shift at all.</p><p>Former executive producer Jeff Fager—who authored <i>Fifty Years of 60 Minutes: The Inside Story of Television’s Most Influential News Broadcast</i>—has openly cautioned that “I can’t imagine running ‘60 Minutes’ without Scott.” Fager warned that the loss of “the most remarkable body of work” would hobo the network’s credibility.</p><p>Not long before these upheavals, CBS faced a civil‑rights lawsuit with President Donald Trump over an edited 2024 interview with former presidential candidate Kamala Harris. The lawsuit was settled for $16 million by Paramount and Skydance, whose merger has added more layers of corporate oversight to the network’s decision‑making. The settlement angered many at the show, and subsequently led to the departure of late‑night host Stephen Colbert.</p><h2 style=\"font-size:1.5em; font-weight:bold;\">The Outsider’s Verdict</h2><p>Media pundits have weighed in, from CNN’s Brian Stelter to the AP’s own role in bringing the turmoil to light. Žest opinions range from calling it a new era to it being, in some eyes, a clampdown. NBA commissioner Roger Goodell has been asked by Congress to testify on streaming adoption, reflecting the larger question about where the network’s future lies toward digital platforms and viewer engagement.</p><p>Weiss has made a promise that Season 59 will “deliver unforgettable stories” if the brand is consistent. The upcoming roster, however, remains unclear, and skeptics worry that the show may simply be in a battle over political narrative control.</p><p>So far, no clear direction has materialized. The question remains: will CBS “ride the new approach” or will the legacy of investigative journalism turn off its frazzled audience? The next 12 months will determine whether the show’s long‑standing brand will survive or become a footnote written by fan blogs and industry gossip.</p><p>— Jocelyn Noveck, covers media and entertainment for the AP</p>

Director Wim Wenders pulls 1975 film over actress’s teenage top‑less scene
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Director Wim Wenders pulls 1975 film over actress’s teenage top‑less scene

Reality Star to Contest Los Angeles Mayor? The Surge of Spencer Pratt
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Reality Star to Contest Los Angeles Mayor? The Surge of Spencer Pratt

Pope Leo XIV Calls for AI Regulation, Sparks Memes and Cultural Revival","description":"The first U.S.-born pope is tackling artificial intelligence, igniting viral memes, policy debates and a renewed cultural engagement within the Vatican.","summary":"Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” urges rigorous AI regulation and echoes the Vatican’s modernization efforts, prompting both backlash and widespread internet memes. While critics point out the pope’s alliance with tech companies, supporters highlight his willingness to engage with contemporary culture, from pop‑culture references to public memetic moments. The article examines how Leo XIV’s stance on AI sparks dialogue about governance, justice, and the church’s evolving role in a digital world.","image":"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/0c2adf4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4644x3096+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F09%2F50%2Fd6d54d85acef2b245afb32528215%2F9b934d6605e94cbcb0d692ade798c929","text":"<p>LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly after <a href=\"https://apnews.com/hub/pope-leo-xiv\">Pope Leo XIV</a> issued his <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">sweeping manifesto</a> calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence, the Instagram meme account <a href=\"https://apnews.com\">Saint Hoax</a> posted a 15‑second video to its more than 3 million followers, asking the pope to “disarm” AI. A caption read, “Love my woke pope (I’m not even Catholic).”</p><p>Elsewhere on X, a user quoted a meme in response to the encyclical, writing: “The atheism leaving my body the moment the pope starts talking about how AI is an affront to God and the new Tower of Babel.” The reaction to Leo’s inaugural encyclical, <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">Magnifica Humanitas</a> (Magnificent Humanity), has been rife online since its release last week, fueled by a perception that few leaders grapple with AI’s rapid ascent.</p><p>Isabel Thurston, a 27‑year‑old comedian from Boston, said, “People have really been looking for a response to AI. This was the first — at least in my sphere of the world — world leader to make an announcement to this magnitude.”</p><p>History’s first U.S.-born pope has embraced contemporary culture: he was spotted wearing Nike sneakers under his vestments, and in his encyclical, Leo quoted Gandalf from J. R. R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings.”</p><p>“It’s clear that this is written by an American pope,” said Robert Orsi, Northwestern University professor of religious studies, noting a spirit of individual freedom and human dignity that echoes the Declaration of Independence. He added that Leo’s language resonates with modern desire for self‑determination.</p><p>Leo’s pop‑culture savvy has produced viral moments: during a visit, a group of youths coaxed him into a 6‑7 meme gesture; he complied despite not understanding its meaning, to enthusiastic cheers. A week later, he repeated the gesture while waving from the popemobile.</p><p>His encyclical invites all “men and women of goodwill” to “not be afraid to get their hands dirty on the ‘construction site’ of our time.” This willingness has resulted in public rebukes of policies, including those of former President Donald Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Vice President J.D. Vance, a Catholic convert, referenced “just war” theory in response to Leo’s critique of that doctrine, which the pope called “outdated.” He argued that humanity now has more effective tools such as dialogue, diplomacy, and forgiveness.</p><p>Leo has also embraced American entertainment: he hosted a World of Cinema day with Cate Blanchett, Viggo Mortensen, Gus Van Sant and Spike Lee, who gifted him a custom New York Knicks jersey bearing his name. He praised cinema and baseball as “beating hearts” of community and an antidote to algorithmic repetition.</p><p>Shortly after <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">Magnifica Humanitas</a> was released, Vatican moderators posted a meme of Leo holding a baseball bat, igniting a flurry of sub-genres of Leo memes on X.</p><p>In the context of recent scrutiny following years of clergy sexual‑abuse revelations, Orsi notes that the pope’s engagement may invite those who left the church back in: “They’re saying, ‘Wait, maybe the church does have something to say to the modern world.’”</p><img src=\"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/c9fe054/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2922x1948+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F06a17af%2F%2F%29+\" alt=\"Pope Leo riding his popemobile\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:600px;\">
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Pope Leo XIV Calls for AI Regulation, Sparks Memes and Cultural Revival","description":"The first U.S.-born pope is tackling artificial intelligence, igniting viral memes, policy debates and a renewed cultural engagement within the Vatican.","summary":"Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” urges rigorous AI regulation and echoes the Vatican’s modernization efforts, prompting both backlash and widespread internet memes. While critics point out the pope’s alliance with tech companies, supporters highlight his willingness to engage with contemporary culture, from pop‑culture references to public memetic moments. The article examines how Leo XIV’s stance on AI sparks dialogue about governance, justice, and the church’s evolving role in a digital world.","image":"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/0c2adf4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/4644x3096+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F09%2F50%2Fd6d54d85acef2b245afb32528215%2F9b934d6605e94cbcb0d692ade798c929","text":"<p>LOS ANGELES (AP) — Shortly after <a href=\"https://apnews.com/hub/pope-leo-xiv\">Pope Leo XIV</a> issued his <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">sweeping manifesto</a> calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence, the Instagram meme account <a href=\"https://apnews.com\">Saint Hoax</a> posted a 15‑second video to its more than 3 million followers, asking the pope to “disarm” AI. A caption read, “Love my woke pope (I’m not even Catholic).”</p><p>Elsewhere on X, a user quoted a meme in response to the encyclical, writing: “The atheism leaving my body the moment the pope starts talking about how AI is an affront to God and the new Tower of Babel.” The reaction to Leo’s inaugural encyclical, <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">Magnifica Humanitas</a> (Magnificent Humanity), has been rife online since its release last week, fueled by a perception that few leaders grapple with AI’s rapid ascent.</p><p>Isabel Thurston, a 27‑year‑old comedian from Boston, said, “People have really been looking for a response to AI. This was the first — at least in my sphere of the world — world leader to make an announcement to this magnitude.”</p><p>History’s first U.S.-born pope has embraced contemporary culture: he was spotted wearing Nike sneakers under his vestments, and in his encyclical, Leo quoted Gandalf from J. R. R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings.”</p><p>“It’s clear that this is written by an American pope,” said Robert Orsi, Northwestern University professor of religious studies, noting a spirit of individual freedom and human dignity that echoes the Declaration of Independence. He added that Leo’s language resonates with modern desire for self‑determination.</p><p>Leo’s pop‑culture savvy has produced viral moments: during a visit, a group of youths coaxed him into a 6‑7 meme gesture; he complied despite not understanding its meaning, to enthusiastic cheers. A week later, he repeated the gesture while waving from the popemobile.</p><p>His encyclical invites all “men and women of goodwill” to “not be afraid to get their hands dirty on the ‘construction site’ of our time.” This willingness has resulted in public rebukes of policies, including those of former President Donald Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Vice President J.D. Vance, a Catholic convert, referenced “just war” theory in response to Leo’s critique of that doctrine, which the pope called “outdated.” He argued that humanity now has more effective tools such as dialogue, diplomacy, and forgiveness.</p><p>Leo has also embraced American entertainment: he hosted a World of Cinema day with Cate Blanchett, Viggo Mortensen, Gus Van Sant and Spike Lee, who gifted him a custom New York Knicks jersey bearing his name. He praised cinema and baseball as “beating hearts” of community and an antidote to algorithmic repetition.</p><p>Shortly after <a href=\"https://apnews.com/article/pope-ai-tech-trump-vatican-anthropic-d92d0108730d146baa46da041b8523da\">Magnifica Humanitas</a> was released, Vatican moderators posted a meme of Leo holding a baseball bat, igniting a flurry of sub-genres of Leo memes on X.</p><p>In the context of recent scrutiny following years of clergy sexual‑abuse revelations, Orsi notes that the pope’s engagement may invite those who left the church back in: “They’re saying, ‘Wait, maybe the church does have something to say to the modern world.’”</p><img src=\"https://dims.apnews.com/dims4/default/c9fe054/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2922x1948+0+0/resize/599x399!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.apnews.com%2F06a17af%2F%2F%29+\" alt=\"Pope Leo riding his popemobile\" style=\"width:100%;max-width:600px;\">

YouTube Creators Make Box‑Office Waves: Backrooms and Obsession Triumph
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YouTube Creators Make Box‑Office Waves: Backrooms and Obsession Triumph

Milan’s Iconic Bull Mosaic Receives Restoration After Tourists' Tradition Leaves Cracks
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Milan’s Iconic Bull Mosaic Receives Restoration After Tourists' Tradition Leaves Cracks

U.S. Judge Hands 3‑Year Prison Term to Matthew Perry’s Assistant in Aftermath of 'Friends' Actor’s Death
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U.S. Judge Hands 3‑Year Prison Term to Matthew Perry’s Assistant in Aftermath of 'Friends' Actor’s Death

White House Octagon Cage: Trump’s Temporary UFC Arena
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White House Octagon Cage: Trump’s Temporary UFC Arena

Spelling Bee Goes Grand: Scripps National Moves to Constitution Hall
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Spelling Bee Goes Grand: Scripps National Moves to Constitution Hall

Osaka Shines Like Paris in Golden French Open Entrance
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Osaka Shines Like Paris in Golden French Open Entrance

Historic Sale: Jackson Pollock's Number 7A Fetches $181 Million
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Historic Sale: Jackson Pollock's Number 7A Fetches $181 Million

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