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Netflix Apologizes for Delay of “Love is Blind” Live Reunion, Promises Recorded Show for Subscribers

Netflix Apologizes for Delay of “Love is Blind” Live Reunion, Promises Recorded Show for Subscribers

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Netflix's highly anticipated live reunion for the season 4 cast of its reality dating show "Love is Blind" was delayed, leaving fans waiting for over an hour. Netflix apologized for the inconvenience and announced that they would be filming the show and making it available to subscribers as a recorded product. Fans of the show were disappointed, but Netflix is working to make the show available to subscribers as soon as possible.

Fox News Faces Difficult Week Ahead of $1.6 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Trial

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Fox News Faces Difficult Week Ahead of $1.6 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Trial

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Fox News is facing a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems due to false election fraud claims made by Fox News personalities in 2020. On Sunday, Fox News anchor Howard Kurtz addressed the situation on his show, and a former Fox News producer has filed a lawsuit claiming Fox lawyers pressured her to give false testimony in the case. The judge overseeing the case has sanctioned Fox News and launched an investigation into potential legal misconduct, making it a "very rough week" for the network. The trial is set to begin on Tuesday.

Fox News Apologizes to Judge in Dominion Voting Systems Defamation Case, Delaying Trial Until Tuesday Morning

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Fox News Apologizes to Judge in Dominion Voting Systems Defamation Case, Delaying Trial Until Tuesday Morning

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Fox News has issued an apology to the judge in a defamation case brought by Dominion Voting Systems, admitting that Rupert Murdoch was an officer at the network despite previously claiming he did not have an official role. The judge has delayed the trial until Tuesday morning, and the outcome of the case is uncertain. The case could set a precedent for how news organizations cover controversial topics.

Mesquite Independent School District Takes Action After Substitute Teacher Encourages Students to Fight in Classroom

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

A substitute teacher at Kimbrough Middle School in Mesquite, Texas was fired Thursday after an investigation revealed that she had encouraged students to fight in her classroom. The district learned of the incident after a video surfaced showing fights in the teacher's classroom and determined that her actions were "appalling and intolerable". The district is continuing to investigate the incident and is taking steps to ensure that all substitute teachers are properly trained and monitored.

Fox News Facing $1.6 Billion Defamation Lawsuit as Trial Set to Begin Tuesday

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Fox News is facing a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit from Dominion Voting Systems over claims that the network pushed false information about the company's voting technology. Jury selection and opening statements for the trial will begin Tuesday, and the outcome could have major implications for the media industry. People familiar with the situation said Sunday that Fox News had made a late push to settle the dispute out of court, but it is unclear if the two sides reached an agreement.

Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling to Pause FDA Approval of Mifepristone, Preserving Nationwide Access

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Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Ruling to Pause FDA Approval of Mifepristone, Preserving Nationwide Access

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a ruling from a federal judge in Texas that would have put a pause on the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone, a medicine used in two-step medication abortions. This decision will allow for nationwide access to mifepristone to be preserved until Wednesday, when the justices will consider next steps. Abortion clinics are readying contingency plans in case mifepristone's FDA approval is overturned.

Putin and Li Shangfu Strengthen Russia-China Ties in Moscow Meeting

Putin and Li Shangfu Strengthen Russia-China Ties in Moscow Meeting

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu in Moscow on Sunday, praising the “very productive” visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping last month and noting that relations between Russia and China are developing well in all areas. Li Shangfu said that the relations between Moscow and Beijing “have very strong relations, that far surpass the military-political alliances of the Cold War.” The meeting is the latest sign of the deepening ties between Russia and China, which have increased their military cooperation in recent years.

Former President Donald Trump’s Fundraising Spikes After Grand Jury Indictment, New FEC Filings Show

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Former President Donald Trump's main campaign committee raised $14.4 million in the first quarter of 2023, with donations spiking at the end of March due to his indictment. His joint fundraising committee raised an additional $4.4 million, for a total of $18.8 million. The filings suggest that the former President’s fundraising pace is similar to post-midterm weeks, and provide insight into the state of the race for the White House and Congress. It remains to be seen how the fundraising and spending of the various candidates and committees will evolve over the coming months.