Philadelphia Inquirer

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Cyberattack Causes Philadelphia Inquirer's Worst Disruption Since '96

It's not yet clear when newspaper's systems will be fully restored

(Newser) - The Philadelphia Inquirer experienced the most significant disruption to its operations in 27 years due to what the newspaper calls a cyberattack, the AP reports. The company was working to restore print operations after a cyber incursion that prevented the printing of the newspaper's Sunday print edition, the Inquirer ...

2 Views on the Case Against Trump
2 Views on the
Case Against Trump
OPINION
Apr 5, 2023 6:40 AM CDT

2 Views on the Case Against Trump

For some, it's 'weaker' than expected. For others, it's 'more significant'

(Newser) - We finally have a look at the New York case against former President Trump and "there are few surprises, except perhaps astonishment that Mr. Bragg's case looks even weaker than we expected," writes the Wall Street Journal editorial board, which is left asking, "Where is the...

It's Time to Push Back Against the 'Inhumanity' in Our Prisons
Don't Ignore the Suffering
in America's Prisons
OPINION
Sep 11, 2022 5:00 PM CDT

Don't Ignore the Suffering in America's Prisons

Writing for 'Philly Inquirer,' Cheryl Smith slams 'soul-chilling inhumanity' toward incarcerated

(Newser) - The Eighth and 14th Amendments are meant to prevent cruel and unusual punishment, as well as discrimination and unequal treatment—including for the incarcerated. But that's not what's being applied in America's prisons, Cheryl Smith writes for the Philadelphia Inquirer , where she lays out the "soul-chilling...

Editor Resigns Over 'Buildings Matter' Headline

'Philadelphia Inquirer' journalists complain about equity, diversity issues

(Newser) - A Philadelphia Inquirer architectural critic's column, headlined "Buildings Matter, Too," stirred a staff walkout, a fiery internal debate about newsroom diversity, and has now cost the top editor his job. Stan Wischnowski's resignation was announced Saturday, the New York Times reports. He and other editors had...

Next DNC Chair Should Be Jon Stewart


Next DNC Chair
Should Be
Jon Stewart
OPINION
Dec 21, 2016 1:31 PM CST

Next DNC Chair Should Be Jon Stewart

He's got wealth, celebrity of Trump, humor and thoughtfulness of ... himself: Donna Gentile O'Donnell

(Newser) - For the next head of the Democratic National Committee, Dem strategist Donna Gentile O'Donnell definitely doesn't want someone embroiled in daily shows of politics—she wants someone who used to head The Daily Show. Writing in the Philadelphia Inquirer , O'Donnell presents her case for why Jon Stewart...

Owner Gives Away Both Big Philly Papers

'Daily News,' 'Inquirer' now owned by nonprofit

(Newser) - The owner of the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Daily News, and their website has announced he has donated the news organizations to a newly created nonprofit institute. Philanthropist HF "Gerry" Lenfest said in a statement early Tuesday that he has given $20 million to help endow the Institute for...

Sale of Philly's Inquirer Falls Apart

It and the city's Daily News are in limbo

(Newser) - The sale of the Philadelphia's two major newspapers has come to an abrupt halt. Creditors were expected to close today on a $139 million bankruptcy sale of the Inquirer and the Daily News, but the deal fell apart when the Teamsters balked at changing their pension plan, reports Bloomberg . The...

If Yanks Win, Thank Kate, Blame Macy's
 If Yanks Win, Thank 
 Kate, Blame Macy's 
world series
Nov 2, 2009 5:10 PM CST

If Yanks Win, Thank Kate, Blame Macy's

Omens abound in countdown to Game 5

(Newser) - With the Yankees sitting on a 3-1 lead heading into tonight's World Series Game 5, there's already plenty of credit and blame to go around. Should New York defeat the Phillies, give a cheer for actress and Alex Rodriguez galpal Kate Hudson, David Wells writes for the New York Post....

Philly Inquirer Owner Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Papers will print as normal as company restructures, it claims

(Newser) - The owner of the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Daily News has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to restructure as ad revenues plunge, Reuters reports. Company spokesmen insist operations are "sound and profitable," and managers plan to continue publishing regularly. The announcement came a day after the 20-newspaper...

All the Space That's Fit to Sell
All the Space That's Fit to Sell
Aug 29, 2007 3:42 PM CDT

All the Space That's Fit to Sell

Newspapers, fighting to stay alive, turn to their landmark buildings in efforts to raise cash

(Newser) - Newspapers, in an effort to bring in cash and stave off extinction, are selling iconic properties in downtown districts, the Journal reports. The latest example is the Philadelphia Inquirer, whose new owner hopes to net $70 million for its Beaux-Arts tower; the Boston Herald and Minneapolis Star Tribune are also...

Food Critic Grilled Over Steak Review

Steamed chef may force Philly writer to reveal identity in court

(Newser) - A miffed chef is suing the restaurant critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer after he reviewed a $15 slab of steak as "miserably tough and fatty." But the suit could be even more of a raw deal than expected for writer Craig LaBan, who was ordered to give a...

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