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MTV News Website and Archives Permanently Removed

Paramount Global's decision erases decades of music and cultural journalism, sparking outcry from former staff and historians.

Overview

  • MTV News website, along with over 20 years of content, has been taken offline by Paramount Global.
  • Former MTV News staff express frustration and loss over the removal of their work.
  • The archives included significant cultural and music journalism from 1996 to 2013.
  • Observers highlight the broader issue of digital content preservation in the face of corporate decisions.
  • The Internet Archive faces legal battles that threaten its ability to preserve online content.