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Ben Sherwood is publisher & CEO of The Daily Beast. The former co-chairman of Disney Media Networks, president of ABC News, and executive producer of Good Morning America, he most recently founded MOJO, the award-winning youth sports tech startup that sold to Teamsnap in December 2023.

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Are U.S. Skies Safe? What to Know After D.C. Plane Crash

HIGH ANXIETY

The Washington, D.C., crash comes after a troubled 2024 for aviation safety—but the reality is less troubling.

Ben Sherwood | Published Feb 02, 2025

Desperate Race to Save Plane Crash Victims in Freezing River

CHILLING

The water temperature in the Potomac River is currently around 34°F (1°C), posing severe risks to survivors.

Ben Sherwood | Published Jan 30, 2025

This Sports Star Just Landed the Biggest Payday in History

YA GOTTA BELIEVE

After months of suspense, Juan Soto, the 26-year-old Dominican free agent, shatters records with a $765 million, 15 year deal with the New York Mets.

Ben Sherwood | Published Dec 08, 2024

Who Is the E-Bike Assassin Who Killed Brian Thompson?

DAY OF THE JACKAL

The shocking murder of the 50-year-old business titan was chilling in its boldness. What do we know about the shooter who opened fire on 54th Street outside the New York Hilton Midtown and escaped on an E-bike?

Ben Sherwood | Published Dec 04, 2024
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Sorry, the Menendez Bros Aren’t Getting Out for Thanksgiving

CHRISTMAS MIRACLE?

A new Los Angeles district attorney will be sworn in next month—and will have to decide whether to support freedom for the killer brothers.

Ben Sherwood | Published Nov 15, 2024

Dodgers Star Makes History With World Series Grand Slam

FIELD OF DREAMS

With two out and the bases loaded in the bottom of the 10th inning, Dodgers slugger Freddie Freeman hit one for the ages—the first grand slam walk-off in 120 World Series.

Ben Sherwood | Published Oct 26, 2024

Menendez Bros’ Family in Bitter Feud Over DA’s Freedom Plan

CRIME & PUNISHMENT

As the Los Angeles County District Attorney recommends freedom for the infamous Menendez brothers, their 90-year-old uncle and a prosecutors group argue that the infamous killers should stay behind bars for life.

Ben Sherwood | Published Oct 25, 2024

How the Menendez Brothers Could Go Free

LAW AND ORDER

It’s a critical week for the infamous brothers as the Los Angeles County District Attorney decides if justice has been served and they deserve shorter sentences.

Ben Sherwood | Published Oct 23, 2024

Two Cuddly VIPs Arrive Amid ‘Panda Factories’ Controversy

UNBEARABLE

Qing Bao and Bao Li arrived in Washington as a New York Times investigation reveals shocking details about the mistreatment of China’s giant pandas in zoos and breeding centers.

Ben Sherwood | Published Oct 16, 2024

Cute, Cuddly & Commie! D.C. Welcomes 2 New Chinese Pandas

Pandamonium

Leased from China for $1 million per year, two fuzzy new giant pandas could bring a welcome reprieve to tense relations between the U.S. and its Asian adversary.

Ben Sherwood | Published Oct 14, 2024

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