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Clawback of $1.1B for PBS and NPR puts rural stations at risk – and threatens a vital source of journalism

The U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives approved by narrow margins on July 17 and 18, 2025, a law that claws back federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Once President Donald Trump signs it into law, the US$9 billion rescissions package will withdraw $1.1 billion Congress had…

The Conversation · Jul 17, 2025

The Senate Was Right To Defund NPR and PBS

This was not an attack on the free press.

Reason · Jul 17, 2025

How To Keep Your Radio Station Going When the Government's Checks Don't Come

The Senate just voted to cut off the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. What comes next?

Reason · Jul 17, 2025

Native American radio stations at risk as Congress looks to cut $1B in public broadcasting funding

Native American radio stations could face shutdowns if Congress cuts over $1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting

The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2025

Elizabeth Warren Slams Trump's Plan To 'Gut' Sesame Street Funding — 'If He Gets Away With This, Next Time….'

On Tuesday, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) sounded the alarm over a Republican-led push to slash billions in already approved federal spending, including funds for public broadcasting programs like Sesame Street and National Public Radio.

Benzinga · Jul 16, 2025

Republicans start vote-a-rama on bill for $9bn public broadcasting and aid cuts

GOP aiming to meet Friday deadline mandated by law for bill, known as a rescissions package, to pass Congress

The Guardian - US · Jul 15, 2025

How to watch 'Bookish' online — stream British crime drama series from anywhere

See how to watch 'Bookish' online and stream episodes no matter where in the world you are — prepare to meet cosy crime's latest problem-solving sleuth.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 15, 2025

Senators face crucial vote on $9.4 billion rescissions package - Roll Call

The Senate could take a procedural vote as soon as Tuesday on the Trump administration’s request to rescind $9.4 billion in appropriations.

Roll Call · Jul 14, 2025

Elmo Twitter Needs A Hug - And Full Security Sweep: Who Hacked Character's Account?

Early Sunday morning, Elmo's account was overtaken by what the Sesame Workshop described as an 'unknown hacker,' who unleashed a string of offensive and threatening posts.

International Business Times UK · Jul 14, 2025

How to watch Human: stream the fascinating new documentary series online or on TV from around the world

Here's how you can watch Human, which premieres on Monday, July 14, wherever you are in the world.

WhatToWatch · Jul 14, 2025