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NDTV
21 hours ago
- NDTV
Who is Thomas LeGro, Pulitzer-Winning Journalist Facing Child Porn Charges
Award-winning US journalist Thomas Pham LeGro has been arrested for allegedly possessing child pornography images on his computer. The 48-year-old was working as a deputy video editor at the Washington Post. The search warrant was carried out when agents noticed what looked to be broken bits of a hard drive in the corridor outside the room where LeGro's company laptop was kept, according to the press release from the US Department of Justice The charge, which carries a maximum punishment of 20 years imprisonment, was announced by US Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. Who is Thomas Pham LeGro? Born in 1977, Thomas Pham LeGro graduated with a degree in English in 1998 from George Mason University, Virginia, and later pursued a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from the same college. He worked at the Washington Post for a total of 18 years across two stints. He first joined the publication in 2000 as an Agate Editor, was promoted to Page Designer in 2003, and later became a Copy Editor, serving for six years during this initial tenure. In 2006, Thomas Pham LeGrojoined PBS NewsHour as a Reporter/Producer, where he worked for nearly seven years. He returned to The Washington Post in 2013 as a Video Editor and was subsequently promoted to Senior Video Producer, then Executive Producer for Explanatory Video. Since February 2024, he has been serving as Deputy Director of Video. Thomas Pham LeGro is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Edward R. Murrow Award, the Pulitzer Prize, the Robin Toner Prize, and both the Webby Award and the People's Voice Award. On June 26, FBI agents from the Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force carried out a search warrant at Mr LeGro's home and confiscated various electronic devices. When Mr LeGro's work laptop was examined, a folder containing 11 videos showing child sexual abuse content was found.
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Anti-Trump Podcast Wins Major Award
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The MeidasTouch Podcast, a show critical of President Donald Trump, has won Podcast of the Year at the Webby Awards. Newsweek has reached out to the makers outside of regular working hours via email for comment. Why It Matters The left-leaning MeidasTouch Podcast has been dominating the podcast charts since the beginning of Trump's second term in office, after overtaking popular podcasts including former No1 Joe Rogan. It has held firm as the country's most downloaded podcast, indicating a shift in what the American people want to hear. Brothers Jordan, Ben and Brett Meiselas with their Webby Award for the MeidasTouch podcast at Cipriani Wall Street on May 12, 2025 in New York City. Brothers Jordan, Ben and Brett Meiselas with their Webby Award for the MeidasTouch podcast at Cipriani Wall Street on May 12, 2025 in New York The Webby Awards What To Know The 29th Webby Awards were held in New York last night, hosted by actress Ilana Glazer. "The truth is golden," said Ben Meiselas, after journalist Molly Jong-Fast presented him with the award, adding in a press release it was "the honor of a lifetime." Founded in 2020 by three brothers Ben, Brett and Jordy Meiselas, who describe the podcast as "a pro-democracy news network," the organization began by creating viral videos and political ads opposing Trump and supporting Democratic candidates. In a press release shared on the MeidasTouch website, Ben Meiselas described the past year as having been "tough," but said they have "persevered against the odds to fight back." In April, MeidasTouch topped the podcast charts for the third consecutive month of this year; with 107.3 million downloads in April, according to data from Podscribe. The Joe Rogan Experience received 49.3 million downloads. Candace Owens, received 28.9 million downloads, and The Ben Shapiro Show received 19.1 million downloads. The podcast is also the fastest-growing political and political-adjacent YouTube channel by net new subscribers, according to YouTube data captured between January 1 and April 1. The podcast's rise comes at a critical moment for Democrats. Trump's sweeping victory in the 2024 presidential election, along with Republicans taking control of the House and Senate, has led to soul-searching in the Democratic Party over what went wrong, and the party has faced growing turmoil and scrutiny as they struggle to deliver a cohesive message, and pick a leader who resonates with voters. Among voters, recent polling shows that confidence in Democratic leaders in Congress has reached an all-time low, 25 percent of respondents expressing confidence in Democratic congressional leadership. Some members of Congress who have spoken out against Trump and his administration have seen support from voters. Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent from Vermont, and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democrat from New York, have been traveling the country on a "Fighting Oligarchy" tour that has attracted thousands of attendees. No Democratic politician has declared an intention to run in 2028, but analysts speculate that Ocasio-Cortez could be a contender, along with former Vice President Kamala Harris, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, California Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey. What People Are Saying The Webby Awards, in a press release shared by MeidasTouch: "The MeidasTouch Podcast has emerged as a defining voice in political media, blending sharp analysis, cultural awareness, and a fierce dedication to democratic values." Jordy Meiselas, in a press release shared by MeidasTouch: "The Meidas Mighty showed the world that you don't need a billion-dollar media empire to make a difference—you just need passion, integrity, and the courage to speak out." What's Next In a previous interview with Newsweek Brett Meiselas said that their goal is to "compete with and beat Fox in viewership every single day—and be the country's leading source of information."
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Christina Capatides
Christina Capatides is the senior vice president of Social Media and Trending Content for CBS News and Stations. In this role, she oversees social discovery, social production and social TV for the network. Her work in trending content involves the discovery, assignment and production of hundreds of articles and videos per month on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, CBS News 24/7 and She also oversees the social media strategy for CBS News, "CBS Evening News," "CBS Mornings," "Face The Nation," "CBS Sunday Morning," "48 Hours," "CBS Saturday Morning" and The Uplift accounts across social media platforms; reenvisioning broadcast journalism for younger and more diverse audiences. She also oversees the social strategy for CBS News' 14 owned and operated stations: Baltimore, Bay Area, Boston, Chicago, Colorado, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, Minnesota, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Sacramento and Texas. Under her tenure as head of social media, CBS News' following on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok nearly tripled, increasing by 27 million followers. On TikTok, where CBS News and its numerous show brands have accumulated 10 million followers, over 70% of the network's followers are under 44. Capatides launched CBS News' two major social-first video franchises, "The Uplift" and "Down To Earth," growing them into successful award-winning brands. CBS News' good news brand "The Uplift," having generated many billions of views across social platforms, is now a weekly streaming show that brings viewers heartwarming stories of the best of humanity. "The Uplift" has won multiple awards for digital journalism, including a Shorty Award for Best Use of Facebook, a Telly Award for Online: Viral, and the Cynopsis Award for Viral Video of the Year. "Down To Earth," which showcased cutting-edge longer form reporting from CBS News' foreign correspondents in the form of social-first documentaries, won the 2020 Webby Award for Best Social Video, News & Politics. In 2022, Capatides won the Webby Award for Best Social Video, News & Politics again. This time, for the YouTube documentary, "Black Lives Matter Around The World: The Global Impact of George Floyd". Most recently, the CBS News Planet Instagram page – a social hub for CBS News and Stations' climate content – won an Anthem Award for Sustainability, Environment & Climate. Prior to her current role, Capatides served as a senior producer on CBS Reports documentaries and CBS News streaming specials. Her documentary, "Gender: The Space Between," won a 2018 Telly Award for Social Issues and was nominated for a GLAAD Award for Outstanding TV Journalism - Newsmagazine. Capatides joined CBS News in 2015. Previously, she worked for "World News with Diane Sawyer" and "Good Morning America," producing and editing daily news packages on the White House, Congress and the Department of Justice, out of ABC News' Washington, D.C. Bureau. Capatides holds a B.A. from Georgetown University and an M.A. from New York University. Did the conclave pick a front-runner to be new pope? World awaits new pope after conclave's vote Trump touts UK trade deal, but U.S. companies fear they won't survive China tariffs
News18
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga Dominate Webby Awards 2025
Published By : Trending Desk Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us won the Webby Award for Music Video, Creator Excellence, bringing another feather to the rapper's cap. The winners of the 29th Annual Webby Awards have been announced, celebrating excellence across the internet. This year, several musical powerhouses were recognised, including Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Selena Gomez and Cynthia Erivo. Alongside these celebrated artists, notable brands and digital creators also secured wins, reflecting the diverse range of talent honoured at the event. To begin with, Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us went on to win the Webby Award for Music Video, Creator Excellence, bringing another feather to the rapper's cap. Gracie Abrams' The Secret of Us (Short Film) I Vevo Extended Play bagged the People's Voice Award for Music, General Video & Film, whereas Gaga's A Digital Home for a Global Pop Icon won the award for Entertainment, General Desktop & Mobile Sites (Websites and Mobile Sites). Others to win from the field of music included Taylor Swift, Gomez, Rihanna, Benson Boone, Mariah Carey, Laufef, Jelly Roll with MGK, and Questlove for their digital achievements. The Webby Awards also dished out special achievement awards to Snoop Dogg (Entrepreneur of the Year), Amelia Dimoldenberg (Webby Special Achievement), Walton Goggins (Best Actor for The White Lotus), Jasmine Crockett (Advocate of the Year), and Marcello Hernandez (Outstanding Comedic Performance). Additionally, Dr Fei-Fei Li is set to receive the lifetime achievement award. The 2025 Webby Awards will be held on May 12 at the Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. It will be hosted by Ilana Glazer. Presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), the Webbys honours excellence in major media types including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games, followed by a new addition this year with Creators. First Published:
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Shoplazza Nominated for Best E-Commerce, Finance & Banking Apps & Software at the 29th Annual Webby Awards
TORONTO, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoplazza announced today that it has been nominated for Best E-Commerce, Finance & Banking Apps & Software in the 29th Annual Webby Awards. Widely regarded by The New York Times as "the Internet's highest honor," the Webbys are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), which is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet. IADAS, which nominates and selects the Webby Award winners, comprises internet-industry experts, including senior product, marketing, and creative leaders from companies and organizations such as Dimz Inc., Microsoft, Kraft Heinz, WPP, Hulu, the ACLU, Lenovo, Audible, BET, and the Tribeca Film Festival. "Nominees like Shoplazza are setting the standard for innovation and creativity on the Internet," said Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards. "It is an incredible achievement to be selected among the best from the nearly 13,000 entries we received this year." Built on an AI-first architecture, Shoplazza equips merchants—regardless of technical background—with everything needed to build, manage, and scale an online store. The all-in-one SaaS platform combines zero-code storefront design, product personalization, end-to-end order and inventory management, data-driven decision support, automated marketing, and multi-currency/multi-language checkout. More than 500,000 merchants worldwide rely on Shoplazza, reaching consumers in over 180 countries and regions to drive higher conversion and brand growth. "This is our third consecutive Webby nomination in the Apps & Software categories, and it validates our core belief: when advanced AI is placed directly in merchants' hands, commerce becomes smarter and growth more sustainable," said Jeff Li, Founder & CEO of Shoplazza. "We will continue to work with our global partners to push the boundaries of digital retail." About Shoplazza: Shoplazza is a leading Canadian e-commerce platform empowering global businesses to build, launch, and grow their online stores. With a robust omnichannel infrastructure, Shoplazza simplifies how merchants connect with customers across online, in - store, and social channels. Learn more at About The Webby Awards: Hailed as the "Internet's highest honor" by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps & Software; Social; Podcasts; AI, Immersive & Games; and Creators. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received nearly 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide last year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, LinkedIn, Verizon, Meltwater, KPMG, NAACP, Vox Media, The Wall Street Journal, Deadline, AdAge, TechCrunch, The Hollywood Reporter, Film Independent, The Hustle, Series Mania, VidCon, The Podcast Show, Passionfruit, Embedded, Morning Brew, Creator Economy NYC, Creator Spotlight, AIGA, and The Publish Press. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Shoplazza
