Media Layoffs and Closures

May 2026, Several Canadian Campus Radio Stations Facing Uncertainty

Reflecting financial stress in the campus and community radio sector, several Canadian campus radio stations are reported to be going off the air or under threat to do so, following budget cuts at their host postsecondary institutions. Many have already suspended...

May 2026, Washington Post Announces Substantial Newsroom Layoffs

Recent reports say the Washington Post carried out extensive newsroom layoffs that significantly reduced staff headcount as part of a cost-cutting round. The storied outlet has been navigating industry pressures—advertising declines, digital subscription strategies,...

May 2026, Disney Reports It Will Lay Off as Many as 1,000 Employees

Multiple sources are reporting that Disney is planning workforce reductions of as many as 1,000 employees, with its Marvel Studios division and the marketing department expected to be heavily affected, reflecting recent leadership change and broader efforts to reduce...