MEDIA REGULATION

May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

TV talk shows face new rules on political guests

Back in February, a government group decided to check if a well-known morning chat show broke some old rules about fair play. The problem started when a politician running for office in Texas showed up on that show. Officials say daytime and late-night programs aren’t real news, so they should give

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

New NYC rules aim to cut kids' social media time—but will they work?

New York City is pushing forward with two controversial bills that would cap social media use for minors under 17 to just one hour per day. Proposed by local council members, the idea is to protect young people from the psychological harm linked to endless scrolling. While supporters point to studie

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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

Politicians and Late-Night TV: A Changing Landscape

Politicians have long used TV appearances to connect with voters. In the past, shows like "The Tonight Show" and "The Arsenio Hall Show" gave politicians a platform to showcase their personalities. These appearances helped shape public opinion in a more relaxed setting than traditional news intervie

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

When Laws and Politics Clash: A Senate Hearing Gets Heated

A recent Senate hearing turned into an unexpected showdown between FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and Senator Jacky Rosen. The event was supposed to be about media regulation, but it quickly became a lesson in basic media law. Carr, who leads the FCC, has been busy lately. His agency is looking into big

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

FCC Chief in Hot Seat: Senate Grilling on Media and Mergers

The Senate Commerce Committee is set to question the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chair, Brendan Carr, on Wednesday. The hearing focuses on his recent actions and statements regarding media and broadcasting. Carr has been under fire for pushing broadcasters to pull ABC's late-night show

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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

TikTok's Future in the US: A New Deadline

The latest development in the TikTok saga involves a new extension granted by President Trump. This move aims to prevent the popular app from disappearing from U. S. devices. The decision comes amidst ongoing national security concerns and a bipartisan law that mandates TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteD

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May 22 2025HEALTH

How Social Media is Fueling Alcohol Culture

Alcohol is a big problem globally. It causes many health issues and social problems. Yet, it is everywhere on social media. This is especially true on platforms like YouTube. Videos showing people drinking are becoming more common. This trend is worrying, especially for young people. Why should we

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May 20 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Dangers: How Big Tech is Failing Our Kids

Big Tech companies have been putting profits ahead of children's safety for years. They have been exposing kids to harmful content, such as bullying, drugs, and sexual exploitation. Why? Because making their platforms safer would eat into their profits. This is a big problem. It's not just about Me

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May 20 2025POLITICS

The First Lady's Fight Against Online Exploitation

The White House saw a significant event on a Monday afternoon. The president and the first lady stood together in the Rose Garden. Their mission? To bring a new law to life. This law is all about protecting people from a nasty problem: revenge porn. It is a form of online abuse that can ruin lives.

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

EU Eyes Musk's Algorithm Tweaks in AfD Stream

Elon Musk's actions on the X platform are under close watch by Brussels. The European Union's digital regulators are keeping an eye on whether Musk manipulates the platform's algorithm to favor his content and boost the visibility of far-right figures like the AfD leader. This could lead to fines as

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