Journalism
Journalism may be too slow to remain credible once events are filtered through social media
Journalism may be too slow to remain credible once events are filtered through social media The author argues that journalism’s slow pace is becoming a credibility issue due to the rapid dissemination of information on social media. The war in Ukraine has highlighted the problem, where journalists’ traditional strengths (e.g., verification, narrative coherence) become sources […]
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Bezos could have saved The Washington Post’s local news and sports reporters
Bezos could have saved The Washington Post’s local news and sports reporters Jeff Bezos’ ownership of The Washington Post has been criticized for its impact on local news and sports reporting. The Post recently laid off 400 staffers and closed many of its desks, sparking concerns about the future of local journalism. Bezos’ leadership style […]
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As Jeff Bezos dismantles The Washington Post, 5 regional papers chart a course for survival
As Jeff Bezos dismantles The Washington Post, 5 regional papers chart a course for survival The Washington Post’s downsizing under Jeff Bezos’ ownership has led to significant job losses and reduced coverage, but regional papers have found ways to survive and thrive by prioritizing community service over profit. Five large regional newspapers – The Boston […]
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Searching reporters’ homes, suing journalists and repressing citizen dissent are well-known steps toward autocracy
Searching reporters’ homes, suing journalists and repressing citizen dissent are well-known steps toward autocracy Autocrats like Russia’s Vladimir Putin and the US President Donald Trump are taking steps to repress criticism and silence independent media, threatening free speech and public ignorance. The use of lawsuits to intimidate journalists, such as Trump’s $15 billion lawsuit against […]
🏛️ Politics
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 […]
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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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