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#transparency
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Black Lives Matter

The DEA abandons bodycams after only four years

The DEA has abandoned its body-worn camera program abruptly and without public acknowledgment, raising concerns about transparency.
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Black Lives Matter

The DEA abandons bodycams after only four years

The DEA has abandoned its body-worn camera program abruptly and without public acknowledgment, raising concerns about transparency.
more#transparency
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

He's the key person behind the most notorious deepfake porn site in the world. And he's Canadian | CBC News

David Do ran the notorious MrDeepFakes.com, a site for non-consensual AI-generated pornography, which has now been shut down after exposure.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
3 years ago

Behind the Scenes of Using Web Scraping and AI in Investigative Journalism | HackerNoon

Web scraping is essential for journalists to extract public information and hold authorities accountable.
#pulitzer-prize
US news
fromPoynter
4 days ago

'Let it bring hope': 2025 Pulitzer winners react - Poynter

The Baltimore Banner wins its first Pulitzer Prize for impactful reporting on the overdose crisis in Baltimore.
fromPoynter
4 days ago
NYC startup

The Baltimore Banner wins its first Pulitzer - Poynter

The Baltimore Banner won its first Pulitzer Prize for local reporting on the fentanyl crisis in Baltimore.
US news
fromPoynter
4 days ago

'Let it bring hope': 2025 Pulitzer winners react - Poynter

The Baltimore Banner wins its first Pulitzer Prize for impactful reporting on the overdose crisis in Baltimore.
fromPoynter
4 days ago
NYC startup

The Baltimore Banner wins its first Pulitzer - Poynter

The Baltimore Banner won its first Pulitzer Prize for local reporting on the fentanyl crisis in Baltimore.
more#pulitzer-prize
#accountability
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Women in technology

Tried and true reporting strategies can energize your investigative journalism - Poynter

Investigative journalism can bring significant change, as demonstrated by the exposé on women's deaths due to abortion bans.
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Access to public records and officials is worsening, investigative reporters warn in survey - Poynter

Limited access to records poses a significant challenge for investigative journalists in accountability journalism.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Send a News Tip to The Atlantic

The Atlantic encourages public tips about corruption and accountability.
fromPoynter
1 week ago
Women in technology

Tried and true reporting strategies can energize your investigative journalism - Poynter

Investigative journalism can bring significant change, as demonstrated by the exposé on women's deaths due to abortion bans.
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Access to public records and officials is worsening, investigative reporters warn in survey - Poynter

Limited access to records poses a significant challenge for investigative journalists in accountability journalism.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Send a News Tip to The Atlantic

The Atlantic encourages public tips about corruption and accountability.
more#accountability
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Former chair of child sexual abuse inquiry says Tory government response was awful'

The response of the Tory government to the child sexual abuse inquiry was criticized as insubstantial and disappointing by its former chair, Professor Alexis Jay.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Girl, 4, who died in house fire a shining star', say family in emotional tribute

The Independent emphasizes quality, accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and tragedies impacting families.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Two bodies found in Aberdeen river confirmed as missing Huszti sisters

The Independent emphasizes the importance of frontline journalism in covering critical issues without barriers, such as paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Coca-Cola issues recall of drinks in Europe over safety concerns

Quality journalism is vital, accessible, and should not be restricted by paywalls.
Coca-Cola has issued a recall in Europe over safety concerns related to elevated chlorate levels.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Starmer defends Waspi women betrayal' as MPs challenge him over broken promises

The Independent emphasizes the importance of credible journalism and public support, especially on pressing issues like reproductive rights and government accountability.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

No deal is better than a bad deal': Cop29 deadlocked over climate fund

The proposed climate finance fund at Cop29 is significantly lower than expected, failing to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable populations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Former chair of child sexual abuse inquiry says Tory government response was awful'

The response of the Tory government to the child sexual abuse inquiry was criticized as insubstantial and disappointing by its former chair, Professor Alexis Jay.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Girl, 4, who died in house fire a shining star', say family in emotional tribute

The Independent emphasizes quality, accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and tragedies impacting families.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Two bodies found in Aberdeen river confirmed as missing Huszti sisters

The Independent emphasizes the importance of frontline journalism in covering critical issues without barriers, such as paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Coca-Cola issues recall of drinks in Europe over safety concerns

Quality journalism is vital, accessible, and should not be restricted by paywalls.
Coca-Cola has issued a recall in Europe over safety concerns related to elevated chlorate levels.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Starmer defends Waspi women betrayal' as MPs challenge him over broken promises

The Independent emphasizes the importance of credible journalism and public support, especially on pressing issues like reproductive rights and government accountability.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

No deal is better than a bad deal': Cop29 deadlocked over climate fund

The proposed climate finance fund at Cop29 is significantly lower than expected, failing to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable populations.
more#reproductive-rights
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The big finish: podcasts that really stick the landing

Headphones enhance the immersive experience of audio dramas.
The series addresses complex themes of race, charity, and exploitation.
Investigative journalism reveals unsettling truths behind public personas.
Marketing tech
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

'No More Tears' author discusses Johnson & Johnson's questionable business practices

Investigative journalist Gardiner Harris critiques Johnson & Johnson's trustworthiness by linking its business practices to health crises, notably cancer from baby powder.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Man arrested in UK in connection with LVF murder of Sunday World journalist Martin O'Hagan

A 42-year-old man was arrested in Sheffield as part of the investigation into Martin O'Hagan's unsolved murder.
#press-freedom
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Catherine Herridge shows why Americans STILL need to fear media censorship from the left

Catherine Herridge's work exemplifies media censorship in the Biden era and the challenges journalists face when reporting on sensitive topics.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Guatemalan journalist receives house arrest after two years behind bars

Jose Ruben Zamora has been placed under house arrest after more than 800 days in prison, signaling concerns over press freedom and judicial fairness in Guatemala.
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago
UK news

A Hungarian investigative news site finds YouTube success with an "old-fashioned" documentary

Direkt36 exemplifies resilience and dedication to investigative journalism in Hungary amid government control of the media.
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Catherine Herridge shows why Americans STILL need to fear media censorship from the left

Catherine Herridge's work exemplifies media censorship in the Biden era and the challenges journalists face when reporting on sensitive topics.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Guatemalan journalist receives house arrest after two years behind bars

Jose Ruben Zamora has been placed under house arrest after more than 800 days in prison, signaling concerns over press freedom and judicial fairness in Guatemala.
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago
UK news

A Hungarian investigative news site finds YouTube success with an "old-fashioned" documentary

Direkt36 exemplifies resilience and dedication to investigative journalism in Hungary amid government control of the media.
more#press-freedom
London
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Investigating a Sprawling Money Laundering Network

Investment in investigative journalism unveils intricate money laundering networks.
The motivations behind the investigation stem from curiosity and tips about criminal activities in Southeast Asia.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Richard Carlson, Journalist Who Led Voice of America, Dies at 84

Richard Carlson, Peabody Award-winning journalist, passed away at 84, known for his role in Voice of America and investigative reporting integrity.
Brooklyn
fromwww.oxygen.com
1 month ago

Serial Killer Fatally Shoots 4 New York City Shopkeepers, Thought He Could "Avenge" 9/11

A series of targeted shootings in NYC shopkeepers raised concerns about motives and connections among similar homicides.
Non-profit organizations
fromPoynter
1 month ago

ProPublica didn't just prove nonprofit journalism could work - it changed how investigative reporting is measured - Poynter

ProPublica's innovative model for investigative journalism redefined how stories are disseminated and inspired a new era of nonprofit media.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Commentary: Jeff Pearlman goes from sportswriting to throwing fastballs at O.C. politicians

Jeff Pearlman, renowned sportswriter, now writes about Orange County politics, bringing his signature style to a new domain.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

When will Heathrow airport reopen? Everything we know about Hayes fire

The Independent delivers accessible journalism on pressing issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of investigative reporting.
UK news
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Newsquest journalist named crime and investigative reporter of the year

Charles Thomson's investigative reporting earned him recognition at the Regional Press Awards for exposing crime and advocating for justice.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

In Japan, a Journalist Takes a Stand by Striking Out on His Own

Makoto Watanabe founded a nonprofit investigative journalism organization in Japan after his previous employer retracted a critical story on the Fukushima disaster.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

They came across as muppets': Christo Grozev on being target of Bulgarian spy ring

Christo Grozev's life was threatened by Russian intelligence operatives, leading to a potential kidnapping plot that he narrowly escaped.
SF politics
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Wyoming Storefront Somehow Received Millions of Covid Relief Funds

Wyoming has emerged as a corporate haven, with significant concerns over fraudulent businesses exploiting Paycheck Protection Program funds.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Selwyn Raab, Tenacious Reporter Who Covered the Mob, Dies at 90

Selwyn Raab, renowned for his investigative work on the Mafia, passed away at 90, leaving a lasting impact on journalism and societal justice.
#scam
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

New investigations into JuicyFields scam DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields, a medical cannabis investment company, defrauded almost 200,000 investors, leading to an estimated loss of $678 million.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

New docuseries 'Scamanda' to premiere on ABC and Hulu

A woman faked cancer to scam donations from her community, leading to a major investigation.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

New investigations into JuicyFields scam DW 12/03/2024

JuicyFields, a medical cannabis investment company, defrauded almost 200,000 investors, leading to an estimated loss of $678 million.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

New docuseries 'Scamanda' to premiere on ABC and Hulu

A woman faked cancer to scam donations from her community, leading to a major investigation.
more#scam
fromFuturism
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Someone Invented a Fake Therapist and Got "Her" Quoted in Tons of News Articles

A supposed therapist, Sophie Cress, is believed to be fictional, aimed at boosting website traffic for Sexual Alpha.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

One Man Spent Years Infiltrating a Far Right Militia - This Is What He Found

John Williams lived in fear as a double agent infiltrating extremist groups, concerned for his safety and the potential of being discovered.
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago
New York City

Nolan Hicks Takes Over As Streetsblog's Investigative Reporter - Streetsblog New York City

Nolan Hicks joins Streetsblog as an investigative reporter, bringing extensive experience in local government and transportation reporting.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago
France news

Blake Lively's "Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants" Costars Are Supporting Her Amid Her Lawsuit Against Justin Baldoni

Women, regardless of their strength and resources, can face backlash for advocating for safe work environments.
fromThe Walrus
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Acclaimed Playwright Jani Lauzon Responds to The Walrus's Investigation into Her Indigenous Ancestry | The Walrus

Over the past three decades, Jani Lauzon's claims of being Métis have been called into question, raising concerns about identity fraud within Indigenous communities.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

My father, the serial killer: how April Balascio put her dad behind bars and broke free of her childhood

A daughter's quest for truth uncovers a possible connection between her father and a notorious cold case, revealing the complexities of her childhood.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Next justice minister should take Nicola Tallant's chilling?tour of gangland

The investigation highlights the brutal reality of organized crime in Ireland through the tragic story of Keane Mulready-Woods.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Exclusive | Emmy-winning TV reporter Rachel Yonkunas abruptly fired after bosses shortchanged her- while male colleagues received plethora of support: bombshell suit

The firing of Emmy-winning reporter Rachel Yonkunas points to significant gender discrimination and unequal treatment in a male-dominated newsroom.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Warning issued to Black Friday shoppers over sneaky pricing tactics'

Many Black Friday deals may not offer real savings, as research shows most prices are comparable to previous periods.
Consumers should exercise caution and verify sale prices during Black Friday sales to avoid misleading promotions.
New York City
fromwww.esquire.com
5 months ago

Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth Embroiled in Sexual Misconduct and Ethics Investigations

The intricate payola chart linked to Matt Gaetz reveals serious ethical concerns and alleged misconduct.
The investigation into Gaetz showcases the complexity of political corruption and the challenges of accountability.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago

Barbie workers suffer burnt hands and blistered skin in Chinese factory for 2p a doll

Mattel factories face serious accusations of bullying, harassment, and unsafe conditions for workers producing Barbie and other popular toys.
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