News Corp

·2026-09-16T10:00:54.909466+00:00·2

Is the pivot to 'efficiency' just a code for more cuts?

Management keeps preaching about 'operational efficiency' and 'streamlining workflows' in every town hall, but we all know what that really translates to. It’s starting to feel like we’re running on a skeleton crew as it is. My team has been doing the work of three people for months, and now with the latest round of departures, I’m genuinely wondering if the remaining resources are even enough to keep the product running by Q4. Is anyone actually seeing a shift in workload, or are we just expected to magically absorb everything while the leadership congratulates themselves on the margin improvements? It’s exhausting trying to keep up morale when the person sitting next to you yesterday is gone today.

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Layoff Report

September 16 WARN notice - who actually got the axe?

Just saw the official WARN filing drop for the 16th. It’s always cryptic with the headcount numbers. For those of us still sitting at our desks today, is it business as usual or is the floor just cleared out in your department? I’m hearing rumblings that this wasn’t just a few mid-level roles, but a broader consolidation of the digital units. I’ve been checking internal directories and noticed a few grayed-out names already. If you were impacted or know someone who was, can you confirm if they’re offering any severance packages this time around? It feels like the goalposts keep moving every quarter. Stay safe out there.

·2026-09-16T10:00:52.191344+00:00·2

·2026-09-01T10:00:52.271191+00:00·2

Seeing a lot of 'natural attrition' lately?

Not sure if it's just my division or if it's more widespread, but we've had a few people leave recently and their roles haven't been backfilled. HR is calling it 'natural attrition,' which sounds a lot nicer than 'layoffs,' but the effect is the same – fewer people doing the work. It’s creating a lot of extra work for those of us who are left, and the general vibe is that it's not just a coincidence. We're all watching each other's backs, and honestly, trying to keep our heads down. Feels like a slow bleed, and I'm starting to get a bad feeling about where this is heading. Is anyone else noticing this pattern?

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·2026-09-01T10:00:50.456655+00:00·2

Anyone else feeling the pressure on budgets?

Been hearing a lot of chatter around the departments lately, not just in editorial but across the board. Budgets seem to be getting squeezed tighter and tighter. We're being told it's just 'efficiency drives' and 'streamlining operations,' but it feels like more than that. People are already doing more with less, and now there are talks about new 'synergy initiatives' which usually means someone's job is going to be absorbed by someone else. It's making people anxious, and frankly, it's hard to focus when you're constantly wondering if your role is secure. Anyone else in a similar boat or hearing the same kind of 'optimisation' talk?

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Anyone else seeing performance reviews turn into 'skill assessments'?

Okay, this might be a bit of a stretch, but has anyone else at News Corp had their recent performance review feel less about actual performance and more about… assessing what skills you have versus what they *need*? My manager was asking a lot of pointed questions about my familiarity with new tech and my willingness to take on 'cross-functional projects'. It felt less like a review and more like they were building a spreadsheet of who can do what. This is on the heels of all the 'efficiency' talk. Just wondering if this is a company-wide thing or if I'm just in a department that's being prepped for something.

·2026-08-27T10:01:12.057772+00:00·1

·2026-08-27T10:01:06.870372+00:00·2

Any newsroom whispers about restructuring at News Corp?

Hey everyone, been working at a News Corp publication for a few years now and things have been feeling...weird lately. It's not just rumors, but there's a definite air of uncertainty. Upper management is talking a lot about 'synergy' and 'streamlining operations' which, let's be honest, usually means something is coming down the pipeline. I've seen a few people in departments that are supposedly 'redundant' looking a bit stressed. No official announcements, but the quiet is louder than any memo. Anyone else in other News Corp branches hearing similar buzz? Trying to get a sense of the wider picture here.

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·2026-08-22T10:01:57.154311+00:00·2

Is anyone else feeling the crunch at News Corp?

Just wanted to see if I'm alone here. Over the past few weeks, it feels like the pressure has really ramped up. Workloads are increasing, and there's this constant emphasis on 'productivity.' Budgets seem tighter, and I've heard whispers about projects being put on hold or scaled back. It's creating a lot of anxiety among my team and in other departments I interact with. We're all good at our jobs, but it's hard to ignore the underlying tension. Feels like a lot of talk about the 'future of media' and 'adapting to change,' which is fine, but the immediate effect feels like everyone's walking on eggshells. Anyone else experiencing this and have any thoughts on what might be driving it? Trying to stay positive but it's getting harder.

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·2026-08-22T10:01:52.27795+00:00·2

News Corp - Seeing a lot of 'efficiency' talk lately

Hey everyone, been seeing a lot of internal memos and all-hands discussions lately about 'streamlining operations' and 'driving efficiency.' It feels like a lot of corporate buzzwords, but the vibe is definitely shifting. We're being pushed to do more with less, and frankly, it's making a lot of people nervous. Has anyone else at News Corp picked up on this? Wondering if this is just standard corporate speak or if something more is brewing. It feels like they're setting the stage for something, and I'm not sure what to think. Anyone have any intel or just a general feeling about where things are headed? Feels like a lot of us are in the same boat, just trying to figure out what the current climate means for our roles.

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Rant

Feeling the pressure at News Corp - anyone else?

It's getting tough to ignore the undercurrent of anxiety here at News Corp lately. Workloads feel like they're creeping up, and there's a general sense that resources are being stretched thin. You can feel it in the meetings, see it in the hurried emails. It’s not just about deadlines; it's the feeling that things are being squeezed from multiple directions. Management talks about 'synergy' and 'optimization,' which I get, but it's hard not to feel like it's a prelude to something less pleasant. Anyone else experiencing this constant low-level hum of 'what if'? Hard to stay motivated when you feel like you're just waiting for the other shoe to drop.

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·2026-08-17T10:01:11.734554+00:00·1

·2026-08-17T10:01:09.537978+00:00·2

Any word on News Corp's internal restructuring plans?

Hey everyone, been seeing a lot of chatter about potential shifts within News Corp. Nothing concrete has been announced, but there's a definite buzz. Heard whispers about departments being consolidated and some roles potentially becoming redundant as they look to streamline operations. Feels like a lot of companies in the media space are doing this right now, focusing on efficiency. Anyone else in News Corp catching these same vibes? Wondering if it's just general industry belt-tightening or something more specific to our org. Curious to hear if anyone has heard anything more concrete or has thoughts on what this might mean long-term for different divisions.

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Thoughts on the current state of news publishing?

Seeing a lot of commentary, both internally and externally, about the future of traditional news outlets. From what I'm seeing within News Corp specifically, it feels like a constant push-and-pull between investing in new digital strategies and cutting costs on the legacy side. I'm not privy to the exact numbers or strategic decisions, but the anecdotal evidence points to a general sense of unease. There's a lot of talk about restructuring and optimizing workflows, which often translates to fewer people doing more work, or people doing work they weren't originally hired for. It's hard to stay motivated when you're not sure what the long-term vision truly is, or if your role will even exist in 6 months. Are others seeing similar patterns across different publications within the company? Curious to hear perspectives on how different departments are adapting or struggling.

·2026-08-12T10:01:16.429426+00:00·2

Morale is in the basement - anyone else feeling this?

Seriously, what's going on over at News Corp? The rumor mill is working overtime, and you can just feel the tension in the air. People are quiet in meetings, nobody wants to volunteer for anything, and the 'what ifs' are constant. We had that all-hands last week, and it was all about synergy and 'navigating the evolving media landscape.' Corporate speak galore, but zero concrete answers about job security. It feels like a slow bleed, and I'm not sure how much longer people can keep their heads down and just hope for the best. Every time the phone buzzes, you brace yourself. Is it HR? Is it a calendar invite for a 'performance review' that's really a polite dismissal? It's exhausting. Anyone else in a similar boat and just trying to figure out if it's time to start polishing the resume or if this is just the new normal?

·2026-08-12T10:01:14.03702+00:00·1

·2026-08-07T10:01:17.710527+00:00·2

Are we consolidating or just shrinking?

I've noticed a lot of project overlap lately, and certain roles seem to be getting absorbed into others without any clear communication. It feels like instead of hiring for specialized tasks, they're trying to make existing people 'stretch' their responsibilities. It's not necessarily a bad thing if it leads to growth opportunities, but right now it just feels like more work being piled on without a clear strategy. Some of the teams I used to collaborate with seem much smaller now, or at least less visible. It's hard to tell if this is a strategic move to become more efficient, or if it's a precursor to bigger changes. Anyone else seeing this kind of 'resource redistribution' happening?

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·2026-08-07T10:01:15.848632+00:00·1

Anyone else feel like they're walking on eggshells?

Hey everyone, been at News Corp for a few years now, and lately, the vibe just feels... off. It's not like there are official announcements or anything, but the day-to-day feels tense. Managers are extra cautious with feedback, and even small mistakes seem to get more scrutiny than usual. My team has been given some 'new objectives' that feel a bit like thinly veiled performance management, pushing us to hit metrics that seem a little unrealistic. I've heard whispers from people in other departments too, about similar things. It's making it hard to focus when you're constantly worried about saying or doing the 'wrong' thing. Just wondering if anyone else is picking up on this and if it's just me or a wider trend across the company.

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Rant

Are performance reviews suddenly way harsher?

Okay, maybe this is just me, but the last round of performance reviews felt significantly tougher than usual. Usually, it's a pretty standard process, maybe a few areas for improvement. This time, though, it felt like nitpicking. Goals that were set seem almost impossible to hit, and the feedback is focused on very specific, sometimes seemingly minor, things. A few people I've spoken to informally (carefully, of course) have mentioned similar experiences. It's making me a bit anxious about what comes next. Is this a company-wide push to weed people out, or just a new management fad? Feels like a lot of pressure without clear direction.

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·2026-08-02T10:02:12.971561+00:00·2

Quietly streamlining or something else?

Been with News Corp for a few years now, and things just feel... different. Not overtly bad, but there's a definite shift. Project scopes seem to be shrinking, and there's a lot more talk about 'efficiency' and 'optimization' in internal comms. Some teams are definitely leaner than they were a year ago, and I haven't seen any new hires come on board in my department for ages. It's not panic mode yet, but the vibe is definitely 'watchful.' Anyone else picking up on this? Is it just a seasonal budget thing, or is this the start of something bigger? Curious to hear if others are feeling the same quiet pressure.

·2026-08-02T10:02:10.557229+00:00·2

Rant

Resource allocation feels off lately - am I alone?

Just feels like there's less budget for 'nice to have' projects, and even some essential tools are being scrutinized more than ever. We've had discussions about consolidating resources and 'finding efficiencies' which usually translates to people doing more with less. I'm not hearing about outright layoffs, thankfully, but the overall atmosphere is one of caution and belt-tightening. Makes you wonder what the long-term strategy is if we're cutting back on the things that help us innovate or even just operate smoothly. Anyone else feeling this squeeze in their day-to-day?

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·2026-07-28T10:01:34.056641+00:00·2

·2026-07-28T10:01:31.485335+00:00·1

Anyone else seeing a hiring freeze at News Corp?

Been hearing whispers for a while, but lately it feels more concrete. A lot of teams are apparently on a strict 'no new hires' policy, even for roles that were previously open. Internal mobility seems to have slowed to a crawl too. It's making planning for Q4 and beyond really difficult. Anyone else in a different division getting similar vibes? Feels like the purse strings are being tightened pretty significantly. Trying to figure out if this is a company-wide thing or just specific departments feeling the pinch. Curious to hear if anyone has insights or has been told anything officially.

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Thinking about future roles, given the media landscape

Honestly, with all the talk about tech transforming everything, and the general economic headwinds, I'm starting to seriously consider what my next steps might be, even though there haven't been any official announcements here at News Corp. It feels prudent to at least be aware of what's happening around us. The industry is changing so fast, and I'm not sure everyone is adapting quick enough. Feels like the skills I have might be more valuable in different sectors now. Has anyone else been having these thoughts? Like, are you looking at adjacent industries or completely different fields? Just trying to get a sense of the general mood and see if others are proactively thinking about their careers outside of the immediate company situation. Any advice or shared experiences would be appreciated.

·2026-07-23T10:01:03.703165+00:00·1

Anyone else feeling the pressure at News Corp?

Been hearing whispers and seeing some odd reorganizations lately. Nothing concrete, but the vibe is definitely off. My department's been 'streamlining' for months, which usually means fewer people doing more work. Saw a post about the LA Times and it got me thinking if News Corp is heading in that direction too. Anyone in other divisions seeing similar things? Just trying to gauge if this is a company-wide thing or if I'm just in a rough spot. Trying to stay positive, but it's hard when the news industry as a whole is so volatile right now. Feels like we're all just waiting for the other shoe to drop. Anyone got any insider info or just a gut feeling they want to share? Trying to prep myself mentally, if nothing else.

·2026-07-23T10:01:01.367629+00:00·2

Layoff Report

If layoffs do hit News Corp, what's a realistic severance package?

Okay, so no official news yet, but the rumor mill is working overtime here at News Corp. I'm in a senior editorial role, been here over a decade. If the worst happens and cuts come, I'm trying to figure out what a reasonable severance would look like. Does anyone have any intel or experience from previous rounds (if there were any) about how News Corp handles these things? Is it usually based on years of service? Is there a standard number of weeks per year? Any advice on how to negotiate if it comes to that? Just want to be as prepared as possible. Trying not to panic, but being practical. Thanks in advance for any info.

·2026-07-16T10:01:20.703183+00:00·2