Journalism
News Tower proves good journalism is no game
News Tower proves good journalism is no game News Tower is a management sim game where players inherit a struggling newspaper in the 1930s. The game challenges players to turn the paper into New York’s premier news destination while managing various aspects, such as finances and employee satisfaction. Players must balance keeping the lights on […]
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Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence – and that affects what scientific journals choose to publish
Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence – and that affects what scientific journals choose to publish Scientific journals often favor studies that reject their null hypothesis over those that fail to reject it, leading to a phenomenon known as positive publication bias. The practice of preferring to publish studies that reject their null […]
🔬 Science
Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI
Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI Stereogum, an indie rock music blog, was launched on January 1st, 2002, by founder Scott Lapatine. The site initially focused on music discovery and posting MP3s, reflecting the early days of online music sharing. Over time, Stereogum shifted its focus to music journalism, adapting to […]
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Influencers could learn a thing or two from traditional journalism about disclosing who’s funding their political coverage
Influencers could learn a thing or two from traditional journalism about disclosing who’s funding their political coverage Influencers have been accused of being influenced by undisclosed payments from organizations like Chorus, which has funded liberal political influencers with monthly stipends ranging from $250 to $8,000. The lack of transparency around these payments raises concerns about […]
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New Pentagon policy is an unprecedented attempt to undermine press freedom
New Pentagon policy is an unprecedented attempt to undermine press freedom The Pentagon has introduced a new policy that could curb journalists’ ability to report on military actions without government approval, threatening press freedom. The initial policy change required journalists covering the Defense Department to sign a contract stating that department information must be approved […]
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Watchdog journalism’s future may lie in the work of independent reporters like Pablo Torre
Watchdog journalism’s future may lie in the work of independent reporters like Pablo Torre Pablo Torre’s investigative reporting on the Los Angeles Clippers’ potential salary cap violation has highlighted the need for independent watchdog journalism to hold power accountable. The future of watchdog journalism may lie in decentralized networks of local outlets covering underrepresented areas, […]
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A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change
A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change Bari Weiss, editor-in-chief of The Free Press, is reportedly being considered for the top job at CBS News, but it’s unclear whether her appointment would change how the public feels about the network. The public’s perception […]
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Why journalists are reluctant to call Trump an authoritarian – and why that matters for democracy
Why journalists are reluctant to call Trump an authoritarian – and why that matters for democracy Many journalists have been reluctant to call Donald Trump an authoritarian due to concerns about labeling him as such, despite his actions exhibiting key indicators of authoritarian behavior. Trump’s actions, including deploying National Guard troops to cities run by […]
🏛️ Politics
Computer chips, with a side of forever chemicals
Computer chips, with a side of forever chemicals Forever chemicals have been used by manufacturers since the 1940s to make products resistant to water, stains, and heat. The use of forever chemicals has led to environmental concerns, including contamination of soil, air, and water. Common products that contain forever chemicals include food packaging, nonstick pans, […]
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Israel’s killing of journalists follows a pattern of silencing Palestinian media that stretches back to 1967
Israel’s killing of journalists follows a pattern of silencing Palestinian media that stretches back to 1967 Israel’s killing of journalists in Gaza has reached a record high, with 197 Palestinian journalists killed since October 2023, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. The killings are part of a pattern of silencing Palestinian media that stretches […]
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