Plus: The power of talking politics; the NFL under fire.


Today’s Headlines: 04.12.2026

 

The Scoop: Airlines explain the reason for higher baggage fees

Plus: The power of talking politics; the NFL under fire.


How to use storytelling to stand out in a content-saturated world

Use AI mindfully, but don’t outsource your thinking. 


  Member Content

Want to earn trust? The strategy is simple.

How companies can build credibility in a time of skepticism.




PR, Media & Communications Industry Report

Are you using generative AI effectively in PR and communications — or are governance gaps and misinformation risks putting your credibility at risk?


A landmark ruling is reshaping social media. Communicators should pay attention.

Implications of the Meta/YouTube court decision for PR pros.


The Scoop: McDonald’s CEO humanizes himself in new video interview

Plus: Patagonia strongly opposes USFS relocation; brands are adopting ‘no AI’ disclosures for ads.



 Why ‘we don’t know yet’ may be your best crisis response

How to respond during a crisis when the facts are fuzzy.


The Modern Internal Newsletter

Are your internal newsletters driving real engagement — or just adding to inbox noise?


Lost in translation: Where AI falls short on culture

AI might seem like the perfect translation tool. But there are things it can't ever understand.


Turning engagement data into content that gets results

Data means nothing if it doesn’t shape what you do next.




Social media updates and new features to know this week

Including Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and more.


The Scoop: Pepsi drops sponsorship of UK music fest after Ye added as headliner

Plus: Jamie Dimon releases his annual shareholder letter; OpenAI buys popular online talk show.


Employee Communications & Culture Conference

April 21 - 23, 2026 | The Westin Boston Seaport District | Boston, MA


Communications Leadership Council Retreat (Members Only)

May 6 - 8, 2026 | The Ritz-Carlton | Key Biscayne, FL


Writing Certificate Course

May 6, 13 & 20, 2026 | 1-3 p.m. ET | Virtual Series


Top Women In Marketing Awards

Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026


PR Daily Conference

June 3 - 5, 2026 | New York Marriott | Brooklyn, NY


Video Visual Awards

Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026