Category: media
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Dartmouth College Advances Initiatives in AI, Medical Training, and Data Research
Dartmouth College announces new initiatives, including an AI requirement for Tuck MBA projects, a Geisel School of Medicine program for underserved communities, and a podcast feature for Professor Roopika Risam's book on data.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaMedical ScienceEducationArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print Publishing Dartmouth CollegeTuck School of BusinessGeisel School of MedicineMedical EducationUnderserved CommunitiesRoopika Risam
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Wharton Student Awarded Medal of Honor Amidst Penn's Breakthroughs in Cancer Treatment and AI Innovation
A Wharton MBA student receives the Medal of Honor. Penn researchers achieve cancer treatment breakthroughs with CAR T cell therapy and fungi, while advancing AI in medical imaging and public policy leadership.
HealthScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentMediaMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesMiddle East Nicholas DockeryMedal of HonorCAR T cell therapyCancer ResearchUniversity of PennsylvaniaPublic Policy
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Media Monitor: 'Fat Leonard' Seeks Presidential Pardon After Escape
The Washington Post reports that notorious con man Leonard Glenn Francis, known as 'Fat Leonard,' is seeking a presidential pardon after his recent escape and recapture.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Leonard Glenn FrancisFat LeonardPresidential pardonPrison escapeU.S. NavyCon manWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Governor Newsom Returns to California
Governor Gavin Newsom has returned to California, as announced by his press office on July 12, 2026. The brief statement confirmed his presence back in the state.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports on No-Bid Contracts for Trump Donor's Company
The Washington Post reports Greenwater Services, owned by a Donald Trump donor, received two no-bid government contracts since Trump's return to office, raising questions about procurement practices.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAMedia Donald TrumpGreenwater ServicesNo-bid contractsGovernment contractsPolitical donationsReflecting PoolWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: NPR Health highlights brisk walking benefits, solo ager support, and leftover meal ideas
NPR Health is reporting on new research linking brisk walking to slower cognitive decline, growing support for 'solo agers,' and audience tips for transforming leftovers into new meals.
HealthBusinessMediaMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEconomyDigital and Print PublishingEducation Brisk WalkingCognitive DeclineSolo AgersElderly SupportLeftover RecipesFood WasteNPR Health
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Federal Agents Tracking Critics, First Amendment Lawsuit
NPR reports Homeland Security agents tracked a man over an email to an ICE official, leading to a First Amendment lawsuit. It also covers an airport renaming, a primary win, and Medicare changes.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalEmployment and LaborEconomyFilm and TV David StreeverHomeland Security InvestigationsFirst AmendmentLawsuitImmigrationDonald J TrumpMedicareNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Media Monitor: Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71
The Washington Post is reporting that longtime Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has died at age 71 after a sudden illness. His office confirmed the death.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceDigital and Print Publishing Lindsey GrahamSouth CarolinaSenatorDeathRepublicanPoliticsGovernmentThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on unusual diagnosis after years of unexplained spells
The Washington Post is reporting on a deacon's unusual diagnosis after years of unexplained stumbling spells and zombielike episodes, revealed by blood tests and a fall.
HealthMediaMedical Science DeaconStumbling spellsDiagnosisBlood testsMedical ConditionsWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Justice Dept. subpoenas N.Y. Times journalists over Air Force One reports
The Washington Post is reporting that the Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists regarding their coverage of President Donald Trump's new Qatari-donated Air Force One, which reportedly lacks certain security features.
Politics and GovernmentMediaFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing Justice DepartmentSubpoenasNew York TimesDonald TrumpAir Force OneQatarNational SecurityThe Washington Post
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Jazzy Sundays Returns to Anacostia for Second Season
Jazzy Sundays in Anacostia is back for its second year, offering live music, food, and community vibes every Sunday from July 12 to August 30, 2026, presented by Anacostia BID and DCity Smokehouse.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyMusicFilm and TVSocial Issues AnacostiaJazzy SundaysLive MusicDCity SmokehouseCommunity EventWashington D.C.Arts and CultureDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports Democrats optimistic about Senate control, highlights key races
The Washington Post is reporting that Democrats are growing optimistic about retaking the Senate, with critical attention on the unpredictable races in Maine and Michigan.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsElectionDemocratic PartyFederal GovernmentState Governments MaineMichiganSenate racesDemocratsU.S. PoliticsElectionsLegislatureThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: NPR Books highlights reader responses on America's 250th birthday
NPR Books is sharing reader feedback on books previously recommended for America's 250th anniversary, inviting further comments via email.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial IssuesGeneral Politics NPR BooksAmericaBooks250th BirthdayReader FeedbackSemiquincentennial
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Media Monitor: TIME Highlights Grief, Entertainment, Sports Gala, Books, AI, and Sleep
TIME magazine is reporting on a deeply affecting profile of children's entertainer Daniel Coleman and his family's grief. It also covers the TIME100 Sports Gala, summer books, AI's public good, and the effects of nighttime exercise on sleep.
HealthEntertainmentMediaScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing Daniel ColemanDanny Go!Fanconi anemiaChildren's EntertainmentTIME100 Sports GalaHealth and FitnessTIME magazine
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Reviews New Rolling Stones Album, Notes Other Music News
NPR Music is reporting on The Rolling Stones' new album "Foreign Tongues," highlighting its dance-floor appeal and the band's enduring energy. It also covers other music news, including an obituary for Bonnie Tyler and new album announcements.
EntertainmentMediaMusicFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesEducation Rolling StonesForeign TonguesMusic ReviewAlbum ReleaseBonnie TylerPhilip GlassNPR Music
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Media Monitor: Somali School in Minnesota Faces Threats After Presidential Post
The Washington Post reports a Somali school in Minnesota is facing threats after President Donald J Trump posted a video of its students, leading to anti-Muslim comments.
Politics and GovernmentMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Somali SchoolMinnesotaDonald J TrumpOnline ThreatsAnti-Muslim SentimentSocial MediaThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Penguin Random House Highlights Bestselling Books
Penguin Random House is recommending several popular titles, including memoirs by Al Pacino, Chelsea Handler, and Maria Shriver, and a sports history by Joe Posnanski.
MediaEntertainmentSportDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Penguin Random HouseAl PacinoChelsea HandlerMaria ShriverJoe PosnanskiBook RecommendationsMemoirs
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports on Health, Immigration, and Political Debates
The Washington Post reports on a misdiagnosed cannabis-linked syndrome, a mysterious foodborne parasite, migrants' dispute of an ICE shooting, historical inaccuracies in "Little House on the Prairie," and democratic socialists' economic aims.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaMedical ScienceSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationDigital and Print Publishing CannabisFood SafetyImmigrationPolitical IdeologiesTelevision AdaptationThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Heat Dome Expected to Bring Record Temperatures to Plains and Western States
The Washington Post is reporting that a significant heat dome is forecast to bring record-breaking temperatures, potentially reaching 110 degrees, to drought-stricken Plains and Western states, increasing fire weather risks.
WeatherMediaGeneral WeatherEnvironmentDigital and Print Publishing Heat DomeRecord TemperaturesPlains StatesWestern StatesFire Weather RisksDroughtThe Washington Post
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CAIR Welcomes Arrests and Indictments in Anti-Muslim Hate Incidents Across US
CAIR chapters commend law enforcement for arrests in New York firebombings and Pittsburgh shooting threats, while condemning anti-Muslim rhetoric from Indiana's Lt. Gov. The organization also marked the Srebrenica Genocide anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegal Anti-Muslim HateHate CrimesArrestsIndictmentCAIRNew YorkSrebrenica GenocideCAIR Breaking News
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Examines New 'Little House on the Prairie' Netflix Series
The Washington Post reports on a new Netflix series based on Laura Ingalls Wilder's books, with columnist Monica Hesse discussing historical accuracy and the American frontier.
EntertainmentMediaFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues NetflixLaura Ingalls WilderLittle House on the PrairieMonica HesseTelevision SeriesBooksAmerican FrontierThe Washington Post
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NPR Life Kit Offers Tips for Budget Dining and Divorce Support
NPR's Life Kit provides practical advice on saving money when dining out, including picking up takeout and managing portions. It also offers guidance on supporting loved ones through divorce, emphasizing the need to treat it like a death.
HealthBusinessMediaScience & TechnologyEconomySocial IssuesEnvironment Dining outBudgetingDivorcePersonal FinanceRelationshipsFood WasteMental Health
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Governor Newsom Departs California
California Governor Gavin Newsom has left the state, his press office announced on July 10, 2026. No further details were provided regarding his destination or the duration of his absence.
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Media Monitor: Lead Stories Debunks Trump-Related Hoaxes, AI Images, and False Legal Claims
Lead Stories debunks multiple viral claims, including a digitally altered image of President Donald Trump with a 'Trump 2028' hat, an AI-generated mugshot of Judge Hannah Dugan, and a fake photo from Pope Francis' funeral.
Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetElectionSocial Issues Donald TrumpFact CheckAIDisinformationOval OfficePope FrancisCaliforniaLead Stories
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact examines Trump's communism claims, debate over U.S. first capital
PolitiFact examines President Trump's recent claims labeling Democrats as communists and delves into the historical debate over whether New York City or Philadelphia was the United States' first capital.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionSocial Issues Donald TrumpCommunismNew York CityPhiladelphiaU.S. HistoryPolitical RhetoricPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: FactCheck.org Reports Misleading Ads in Alaska, Maine Senate Races and Addresses Trump Drug Speculation
FactCheck.org reports misleading political ads in the Alaska and Maine Senate races regarding military pay and insider trading. It also addresses speculation about President Trump and an unapproved drug.
Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthGeneral PoliticsElectionFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyRepublican PartySocial Issues Alaska Senate RaceMary PeltolaDan SullivanMilitary PaySusan CollinsInsider TradingDonald TrumpFact-checkingFactCheck.org
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Media Monitor: CNN's Future, Air Force One Switch, and Merger Challenges Highlighted by Poynter
Poynter reports on the uncertain future of CNN amid Paramount's acquisition, the controversy surrounding President Trump's Air Force One switch, and legal challenges to the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
MediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyDigital and Print PublishingEconomyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalArtificial Intelligence CNNParamountWarner Bros. DiscoveryDonald TrumpAir Force OneMedia MergersJournalismPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: NPR Code Switch Examines Racial Dynamics on "Love Island USA"
NPR Code Switch reports on the current season of "Love Island USA," highlighting both its diversity and the racial "blind spots" that have caused online controversy, alongside a new podcast episode on Black patriotism.
EntertainmentMediaPolitics and GovernmentFilm and TVSocial IssuesMilitaryGeneral Politics Love Island USAReality televisionRace relationsColorismDiversity initiativesPentagonBlack patriotismNPR Code Switch
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Anthropologist Studies Revolutionary War's German Mercenaries
Anthropologist Raquel Fleskes is conducting research on the remains of German mercenaries from a New Jersey battlefield, offering new perspectives on the lives of these "enemy" soldiers during the Revolutionary War.
ConflictMediaScience & TechnologyMilitaryEducationDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesEnvironment Raquel FleskesGerman mercenariesRevolutionary WarNew Jerseyanthropologybattlefieldhistorical researchDartmouth College
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Media Monitor: Migrant Passengers Dispute DHS Account of ICE Killing in Houston
The Washington Post reports migrant passengers dispute the Department of Homeland Security's account of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's killing by ICE in Houston, stating he did not ram officers.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Lorenzo Salgado AraujoICEHoustonDepartment of Homeland SecurityTraffic StopMigrantLegal DisputeThe Washington Post