Latest news with #CBS
New York Post
3 hours ago
- Politics
- New York Post
CBS host Tony Dokoupil defends Trump's stance to de-wokify the Smithsonian's presentation of US history
CBS host Tony Dokoupil agreed Wednesday with President Donald Trump's push to have the Smithsonian Institution review how it presents American history. During a 'CBS Mornings' segment, Dokoupil defended Trump's directive for Smithsonian museums in Washington, DC, to stop focusing on the sins of America's past and portray the country's history in a more positive light. Advertisement 'American history shouldn't be a thing of reverence. The country is not above critique,' Dokoupil said. 'But we shouldn't look at our history with contempt, either. And there is some room for correction back toward the middle.' Trump criticized how the Smithsonian has presented American history across its various museums in recent years in a Truth Social post Tuesday, accusing the institute of pushing a 'woke' agenda that fixates on the darker parts of America's past. 'The Museums throughout Washington, but all over the Country are, essentially, the last remaining segment of 'WOKE.' The Smithsonian is OUT OF CONTROL, where everything discussed is how horrible our Country is, how bad Slavery was, and how unaccomplished the downtrodden have been — Nothing about Success, nothing about Brightness, nothing about the Future,' he said. Advertisement Trump added, 'We are not going to allow this to happen, and I have instructed my attorneys to go through the Museums, and start the exact same process that has been done with Colleges and Universities where tremendous progress has been made.' The White House issued a letter to the Smithsonian on Aug. 12 ordering it to conduct an internal review of its exhibits to ensure that they align with the 'President's directive to celebrate American exceptionalism, remove divisive or partisan narratives, and restore confidence in our shared cultural institutions' ahead of the country's 250th birthday celebrations next year. 'CBS Mornings' host Tony Dokoupil agreed with President Trump's stance to eliminate the sins of America's past being portrayed in Smithsonian museums. CBS Mornings Dokoupil argued that the words in the letter to the Smithsonian were similar to the current mission statement of the institution itself. Advertisement 'The mission of the Smithsonian is to forge a shared history, a shared future, not just context, but hope to lead the country and communities together. That's essentially what Donald Trump is offering here,' the morning show host continued. He added that Americans deserve to feel proud of their country's history, and that their museums should foster that feeling for all visitors. 'If you ask someone, is the world and its people better off because of the existence of America and its people? To me, the answer is unquestionably yes. And I think people walking in the Smithsonian — when they walk out of it, they should get some sense of that.' During the segment, Dokoupil said that although America should not be above anyone else, 'there is some room for correction back toward the middle.' / MEGA Advertisement Co-host Vladimir Duthiers King pushed back, saying, 'We don't have to whitewash who we are and where we came from.' 'I agree,' Gayle King responded. King added that she doesn't believe that what Trump has deemed to be a 'woke' presentation of U.S. history is 'an overcorrection,' saying it is just presenting 'the history that's all part of who we are.'
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Big Brother 27 episode 20: Fans predict Mickey's eviction this week as Rylie's alleged violent behavior gets downplayed
Big Brother 27 episode 20: The 20th episode of Big Brother 27 aired on Wednesday, and it has really shaken things up on social media. Many fans think the way the episode was edited is pointing toward Mickey Lee's possible eviction. What makes this even more heated is that for weeks now, people online have been calling out the showrunners, demanding that Rylie Jeffery be removed from the house because of his alleged violent behaviour toward fellow houseguest Katherine Woodsen. Scroll ahead to know why the internet suddenly has a change of heart. Big Brother 27 episode 20: Why fans believe Kylie is going home this week In today's episode of Big Brother 27, the edit really put a spotlight on Mickey Lee's messy behaviour, and fans are reading it as a clear sign she's going home this week. The show leaned heavily into her fake apologies and 'professional ass-kissing' in the Head Of Household (HOH) room with Rachel, only to cut straight to a Diary Room confessional where she admitted she was still holding a grudge and plotting revenge. That two-faced moment hit hard with viewers, who felt the edit made her look desperate and untrustworthy. Add that to the clips of her snide remarks and age-shaming digs, and it came across like the show was building a case against her. On X and Reddit, fans are already saying this was the classic 'death edit' Big Brother gives right before a player gets evicted, and they're betting Thursday will be Mickey's turn to walk out the door. Fans slam Big Brother 27 for going easy on Rylie despite serious allegations. Many fans have been vocal about how the edit treated Rylie Jeffery compared to Mickey Lee. While Mickey's negative moments were shown in full detail, viewers say Rylie's behaviour toward Katherine was noticeably softened in the broadcast. On Reddit and X, fans argued that the live feeds showed a much darker side of him that didn't make it into the episode, making it seem like producers are protecting him. One user bluntly labelled his presence as 'toxic', expressing concern for Katherine's well-being and lamenting how the show seems to be shielding him through editing choices. Another remarked on how the 'live feeds show a different—and darker—side of Rylie that doesn't make it into the episodes,' reinforcing the belief that the broadcast version is unjustly softening his portrayal. Whatever you feel about Mickey it's fucked that production is willing to throw her under the bus in the edit but insist on protecting Rylie and encouraging his behavior towards Kat. #BB27 Production choosing the whack Mickey (rightfully so) on the show but give Rylie the white knight edit is a specific and intentional choice. I see what you are production @CBSBigBrother @CBS @paramountplus #bb27 Production clearly wants Mickey gone and are protecting Rylie so I'm expecting a physical Blockbuster comp tomorrow #bb27 they're giving mickey the delusional idiot edit (as they should), but are actively trying to push a rylie afp agenda. #bb27 Rylie's alleged violent behaviour toward Katherine Rylie Jeffery's behaviour toward fellow houseguest Katherine Woodman on Big Brother 27 has raised significant concern among fans, particularly regarding his possessive and controlling remarks. In live feed footage, Rylie asserted, 'I'm being with you outside of this, whether you like it or not,' and declared, 'I'm going to marry you after this,' despite Katherine's evident discomfort. These statements have been described by viewers as "creepy" and "worrisome", leading to widespread calls for producers to intervene. Additionally, Rylie's insistence on maintaining proximity to Katherine during emotionally sensitive moments, such as when she expressed sadness about her late mother's anniversary, has been characterised as gaslighting and emotional manipulation. Despite these concerns, some fans feel that the show's producers have downplayed or edited out these incidents in the televised episodes, leading to accusations of a biased "Big Brother edit" favouring Rylie. When and where to watch Big Brother 27? Big Brother 27 airs new episodes three times a week on CBS: Wednesdays feature a 90-minute episode at 8:00 PM ET/PT, while Thursdays and Sundays each have 60-minute episodes at the same time. For streaming, episodes are available on Paramount+, with Premium subscribers able to watch live as they air and Essential subscribers gaining access the following day. Live feeds are also accessible through Paramount+ and Pluto TV, giving fans a chance to see unedited footage. The season finale is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET/PT.
CBS News
4 hours ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Riverbank home engulfed in flames after crews respond to grass fire
A home was seen engulfed in flames after fire crews responded to a grass fire in Riverbank on Wednesday afternoon. Stanislaus Fire said shortly before 5 p.m. that it was responding to a large grass fire along Highway 108 and Claus Road in the Riverbank area. Crews said structures were threatened. At the scene, CBS Sacramento captured video of what appeared to be a garage and a home fully engulfed in flames. What started the fire is unknown at this time. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Forbes
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
TCA Awards 2025: ‘The Pitt' Sweeps With Four Wins; Kathy Bates Honored For Career Achievement
The Television Critics Association (TCA) announced the winners of the 41st Annual TCA Awards, held virtually to recognize outstanding television programming and performances from the 2024–2025 season. Among this year's most celebrated titles were The Pitt, which dominated with four wins (including Program of the Year), Adolescence, The Studio, Doctor Who, The Traitors, and Sesame Street. The TCA, comprised of approximately 200 professional TV critics and journalists from the United States and Canada, honors excellence across broadcast, cable, and streaming platforms. The Career Achievement Award was presented to Oscar winner Kathy Bates, who at present stars in the successful reboot of legal drama Matlock on CBS. 'Your recognition means the world to me, and I'm grateful to all of the TCA members for this incredible honor. Your support and dedication to the television industry are invaluable, and I am truly humbled by your acknowledgment.," said Bates in a statement. Bridget Everett received the Individual Achievement in Comedy award for her role as Sam Miller in the HBO dramedy Somebody Somewhere. 'I am beyond grateful to be honored for this show, which has meant so much to me," said Everett. "And I'm especially grateful to have the opportunity to thank you, the critics, who saw what we were trying to do from the very beginning.' Noah Wyle earned Individual Achievement in Drama for his performance in HBO Max medical procedural drama The Pitt. 'It is an honor to be nominated, especially in that company, and it is incredibly gratifying to win. I've known a lot of you for a long time. You've written some lovely things about me through the years and about my shows—especially this one,' he said. Among the other winners were Peacock's The Traitors, which won its second consecutive award for Outstanding Achievement in Reality. Apple TV+ industry satire The Studio was cited for Outstanding Achievement in Comedy. And Adolescence on Netflix won in the category of Outstanding Achievement in Movies, Miniseries, or Specials. Sesame Street, meanwhile, received the Heritage Award, recognizing its lasting impact on television and generations of viewers through educational programming. Here is the full list of winners of the 41st Annual TCA Awards. Program of the Year — The Pitt (HBO Max) Outstanding Achievement in Comedy — The Studio (Apple TV+) Outstanding Achievement in Drama — The Pitt (HBO Max) Outstanding Achievement in Movies, Miniseries or Specials — Adolescence (Netflix) Outstanding New Program — The Pitt (HBO Max) Individual Achievement in Drama — Noah Wyle, The Pitt (HBO Max) Individual Achievement in Comedy — Bridget Everett, Somebody Somewhere (HBO) Outstanding Achievement in News and Information — Pee-wee as Himself (HBO) Outstanding Achievement in Variety, Talk or Sketch — SNL50: The Anniversary Special (NBC) Outstanding Achievement in Reality — The Traitors (Peacock) Outstanding Achievement in Family Programming — Doctor Who (Disney+) Outstanding Achievement in Children's Programming — Sesame Street (HBO) Career Achievement Award – Kathy Bates Heritage Award – Sesame Street
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Yahoo
Ohio police officer arrested for OVI after crashing into pizza restaurant
An Ohio police officer was arrested for OVI after crashing into a pizza restaurant early Wednesday morning, according to our CBS affiliate, WOIO-19 TV. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The crash happened at Romeo's Pizza, at 28931 Lorain Road, in North Olmsted, around 2:45 a.m. TRENDING STORIES: Upscale Italian restaurant chain abruptly closes area's only location; We now know why Over 200 tons of debris cleared after historic catholic church fire Son of NFL Hall of Famer removed from UC men's basketball team, coach says, When North Olmsted police arrived on scene, they found a Volkswagen Jetta that had crashed into the side of the restaurant. WOIO-19 identified the driver as Cleveland Police Officer Gary Eugene Kane II. Ohio Attorney General records indicate that Kane is a 9-year veteran with the Cleveland police. Officers helped Kane out of the car and noticed a glossy appearance in his eyes and smelled a strong odor of alcohol, WOIO-19 reported. A North Olmsted police report notes that Kane refused to take a standard field sobriety test and was arrested on OVI charges. Police marked that Kane refused to submit to a blood test as he repeatedly told officers, 'Take it by hospital,' instead of saying yes or no, according to WOIO-19. Medics responded to the scene to evaluate Kane and later transported him to a hospital. WOIO-19 reported that Kane was cited for failure to control and operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The Cleveland Division of Police provided the following statement to our CBS affiliate. "Cleveland Police Deputy Chief Jarod Schlacht confirms Officer Gary Kane was arrested on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, by the North Olmsted Police Department. The incident that led to this arrest occurred outside the city of Cleveland while Kane was off duty. The North Olmsted Police will conduct the investigation. The Cleveland Police Internal Affairs Unit will monitor the process to stay informed on the outcome of the investigation. Officer Kane will remain on restricted duty pending the adjudication of the case. Kane was hired by the Division of Police in December 2015 and most recently served in the Fifth District, Basic Patrol Section." Cleveland Division of Police [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
