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Axios
1 day ago
Deliverability

House overwhelmingly unites against Marjorie Taylor Greene

Encouragement to dive deeper into the news [ more ]
Nieman Lab
3 months ago
Media industry

Which rights do AI and journalists have in common?

The history of news and copyright reveals that newspapers were not initially covered by copyright laws and there was debate over whether news articles should be protected.
The Post Office Act of 1792 facilitated the exchange of newspaper copies, creating a network for news and a nation.
Newspapers in the past were hostile towards new competitors like radio, leading to the 1933 Biltmore Agreement that limited radio's news updates and forced them to buy news from newspapers. [ more ]
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Media industry
The Nation
1 day ago
Media industry

Woke

Support independent journalism to hold the powerful accountable and build a more just future. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Media industry

Sports Illustrated will continue its print edition under a new publisher

Sports Illustrated operations continue with Minute Media as new publisher
Authentic Brands Group revoked Arena Group's publishing license for Sports Illustrated [ more ]
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journalism
The Ringer
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Joe Biden Does Howard Stern, NBA and NFL Draft Observations, the Return of The Onion, and The New York Times Vs. the White House

A diverse range of topics discussed by hosts Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker in their media-focused podcast. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Media industry

Mayorkas Is Impeached, and Democrats Take Santos's Seat

The New York Times Audio app offers journalism and storytelling
The app provides news, depth, and serendipity [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Media industry

Grover Is Now a Reporter. Journalists Aren't Optimistic.

Grover, the Muppet from Sesame Street, has taken on the role of a journalist.
Some journalists welcomed him into the profession, while others predicted his career wouldn't last long. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
3 months ago
Media industry

Maria Prudente: Newsrooms are disappearing. Who will we turn to for the truth?

Millennials have experienced multiple crises and have learned to adapt and get creative with each one
Journalists have historically played a crucial role in providing information and guiding reactions during crises [ more ]
www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
3 months ago
Education

Countdown to deadline! Register now for Young Reporter short course

The Young Reporter 2024 Short Course offers young people the opportunity to try out working in the media.
The course allows participants to build a portfolio of published work for use in their CV and UCAS applications. [ more ]
Nieman Lab
3 months ago
Media industry

Which rights do AI and journalists have in common?

The history of news and copyright reveals that newspapers were not initially covered by copyright laws and there was debate over whether news articles should be protected.
The Post Office Act of 1792 facilitated the exchange of newspaper copies, creating a network for news and a nation.
Newspapers in the past were hostile towards new competitors like radio, leading to the 1933 Biltmore Agreement that limited radio's news updates and forced them to buy news from newspapers. [ more ]
morejournalism
The Drum
2 weeks ago
Marketing

'The end of the world isn't nigh, it's AI' according to Sir John Hegarty

The transformative potential of AI can change everything if creatively engaged with, emphasizing the importance of creativity in marketing and branding. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

Three entertainment brands that claimed the throne at The Drum Marketing Awards 2023

Entertainment categories were competitive globally.
Innovative campaigns by agencies led to successful outcomes. [ more ]
nfl
Steelers Depot
4 weeks ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Future Watt Brothers Podcast Unlikely, Says J.J. Watt

J.J. Watt and his brother T.J. Watt are unlikely to start a podcast together due to T.J.'s focus on football and discomfort with the media.
The Watts are contrasting in their interest in media, with J.J. being more open to the idea while T.J. is described as very football-focused. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
4 months ago
Podcast

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,015)

Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger is in the spotlight
The Terrible Take is a short daily podcast discussing NFL topics [ more ]
Steelers Depot
4 months ago
Podcast

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,015)

Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger is in the spotlight
The Terrible Take is a short daily podcast discussing NFL topics [ more ]
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misinformation
Poynter
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

A Tucker Carlson clip of a Biden gaffe is 4 years old, not from 'Saturday' - Poynter

Biden's misquoted statement on 'badacafcar' was taken out of context and falsely attributed to a recent event.
The video clip showing Biden's stumble in speech was manipulated and misleading, as it actually occurred in a 2020 rally. [ more ]
The American Conservative
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Covid: Another Accountability-Free Crisis

The story published by the Charlotte Observer claiming that Covid hospitalizations in Charlotte were at a 3-year high and urging residents to get boosters was inaccurate and misleading.
The institutional rot exposed by the pandemic, including media sensationalism and laziness, continues to be a problem that needs to be addressed for future crises. [ more ]
The American Conservative
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Covid: Another Accountability-Free Crisis

The story published by the Charlotte Observer claiming that Covid hospitalizations in Charlotte were at a 3-year high and urging residents to get boosters was inaccurate and misleading.
The institutional rot exposed by the pandemic, including media sensationalism and laziness, continues to be a problem that needs to be addressed for future crises. [ more ]
moremisinformation
Artificial intelligence
Digiday
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Danone's 2024 Media game plan: AI, alliances and accountability

2024 is expected to be a dramatic year with significant changes and chaos in the business world.
Danone has reinvested in their brands and increased media spending by 20%, successfully passing on price increases to consumers without negative consequences. [ more ]
Nieman Lab
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Which rights do AI and journalists have in common?

The history of news and copyright reveals that newspapers were not initially covered by copyright laws and there was debate over whether news articles should be protected.
The Post Office Act of 1792 facilitated the exchange of newspaper copies, creating a network for news and a nation.
Newspapers in the past were hostile towards new competitors like radio, leading to the 1933 Biltmore Agreement that limited radio's news updates and forced them to buy news from newspapers. [ more ]
moreArtificial intelligence
Entrepreneur
3 months ago
Marketing

5 Innovative Strategies to Boost Your Brand in 2024 | Entrepreneur

Be proactive, not reactive in your PR strategy
Shift from selling to storytelling in PR [ more ]
The Drum
5 months ago
Marketing

The Drum Awards Festival guide: key dates, show details and nominations

The Drum Awards Festival is a two-week-long event that celebrates the best work in marketing and media.
The event includes 15 award ceremonies covering various categories such as experience, search, social media, and more.
The ceremonies will be broadcast live on thedrum.com from November 27 to December 8. [ more ]
Media industry
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
Media industry

Vanina Berghella, journalist: We are better prepared for artificial intelligence than we were for social media'

Vanina Berghella, director of the Latin American region for IFPIM, discusses the impact of new technologies on media and the need to engage with new voices
Berghella emphasizes the importance of financial sustainability for media outlets and the role of independent journalism in the region [ more ]
WIRED
4 months ago
Media industry

The Year the Millennial Internet Died

From Tumblr to Gawker, the sites and voices that defined the 2010s are gone or changed.There is no happy ending to this story.
...
The millennial internet first died in 2015.
WIRED
4 months ago
Media industry

The Year the Millennial Internet Died

From Tumblr to Gawker, the sites and voices that defined the 2010s are gone or changed.There is no happy ending to this story.
...
The millennial internet first died in 2015.
Nieman Lab
4 months ago
Media industry

The news industry finally reckons with the political economy of journalism

Political economy is crucial for the future of journalism
Structural analysis is needed to address the journalism crisis rather than focusing on individuals and algorithms [ more ]
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Intelligencer
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What Do AI Companies Want With the Media?

German media conglomerate Axel Springer signs multiyear licensing deal with OpenAI worth tens of millions of Euros to provide summaries of global news content.
This partnership may serve as a template for future collaborations between AI companies and media organizations. [ more ]
Digiday
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Briefing: As tech giants add more AI tools, Runway and Getty Images team up

Getty Images and Runway ML have partnered to bring generative AI content to advertising, media, and Hollywood.
The partnership will provide an enterprise-focused AI model for generating AI videos with the ability to be fine-tuned with custom data sets. [ more ]
misinformation
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia's influence overshadows Serbia's election DW 12/16/2023

Serbian politician Vladimir Krsljanin advocates for close cooperation between Serbia and Russia and presents a view of the world sympathetic to many Serbians.
Serbian media outlets, including Kremlin-controlled Sputnik Serbia and RT Balkan, contribute to the spread of pro-Russian propaganda in Serbia. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Health

No, pork rinds are not healthier than vegetables, and there is no study that proves it

Multiple media outlets in Colombia and other countries published an article claiming that pork rinds are healthier than some vegetables based on a study from Boston University School of Medicine.
The study mentioned in the articles does not exist and is a hoax. [ more ]
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Media
LGBTQ Nation
5 months ago
Media industry

Jen Psaki slams Donald Trump's "authoritarian" desire to punish journalists who criticize him

Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki compares Trump's threats against media outlets to those of Russia and China.
Trump's recent comments about MSNBC highlight his authoritarian tendencies and his willingness to use government power to silence the media. [ more ]
Theregister
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Meta ignored GDPR for years, allege Spanish publishers

A group of Spanish media outlets have sued Meta for €550 million ($596 million) for violating EU privacy regulations.
The lawsuit accuses Meta of disregarding the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and contributing to its dominant advertising position across the EU. [ more ]
Theregister
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

Meta ignored GDPR for years, allege Spanish publishers

A group of Spanish media outlets have sued Meta for €550 million ($596 million) for violating EU privacy regulations.
The lawsuit accuses Meta of disregarding the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and contributing to its dominant advertising position across the EU. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Claims Biden Doesn't Know He's Alive' in Rambling Response About President's Cognitive Abilities

Donald Trump criticized President Biden's cognitive capacity and claimed that Biden doesn't know he's alive.
Trump also criticized the media and accused them of being fake. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Kremlin adds former Russian PM Mikhail Kasyanov to foreign agents' list

Former Russian prime minister Mikhail Kasyanov has been designated as a foreign agent by Russia's justice ministry.
The term "foreign agent" carries Soviet-era connotations and is used to undermine the credibility of individuals and organizations receiving foreign support.
The law requiring foreign agents to carry a disclaimer has been used extensively against opposition figures and independent news media. [ more ]
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The Nation
1 day ago
Writing

Vinson Cunningham's Searching Novel of Faith and Politics

The emergence of a new genre of media after Bill Clinton's victory in 1992, focused on capturing the campaign's energy and the transition to governance. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Biden's Howard Stern Interview Is Exactly What the Campaign Should Have Been Doing All Along

Biden expressed willingness to debate Trump, criticized media for not being tough enough, and faced backlash from conservative critics for his stories. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

KJP Punts on White House Knowledge of Hunter Biden Hearing Appearance: He's a Private Citizen and He Makes His Own Decisions'

The White House press corps had questions about Hunter Biden's surprise appearance at a congressional hearing.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre deflected questions about whether President Joe Biden knew of his son's plans. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

Nikki Haley rips Biden's 'politicized racial speech' at Charleston church hit by 2015 mass shooting

Nikki Haley accuses the media of overreacting to her Civil War gaffe while attacking President Biden for racially insensitive comments.
Biden's history of racially insensitive comments, including remarks about Barack Obama and poor kids, are cited by Haley's campaign. [ more ]
BBC Sport
4 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Barca & PSG boycott TV network over Yamal remark

Barcelona and Paris St-Germain refused interviews after controversial remark about Lamine Yamal by German Burgos.
Burgos apologized for the comment, stating it was made without intention to harm and only related to football discussions. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 month ago
Data science

Think You're Smarter Than a Slate Staff Writer? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

Quiz on various news topics hosted by Ray Hamel with questions from politics to science.
Comparing quiz scores with average contestants and a Slate staff writer, Molly Olmstead. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

How to Watch Shohei Ohtani's Press Conference Regarding Former Interpreter on Monday

Shohei Ohtani addressing situation with former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara
Press conference details and how to watch [ more ]
Dodgers Digest
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani says he's never bet on sports, accuses Ippei Mizuhara of lying and theft - Dodgers Digest

Shohei Ohtani addressed controversy, denying betting on baseball and accusing his former interpreter of stealing money.
Ohtani expressed shock and disappointment, thanking the media for patience during the process. [ more ]
Londonist
1 month ago
London

"As Long As 13 London Buses": The Curious, Spurious Comparisons We Find In The Media

London buses used in comparisons
Media's reliance on relatable similes [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
London

Una Marson: Library honouring first black BBC radio producer opens

Ms Marson's career at the BBC spanned across radio and television during the war
She played a significant role in elevating authors from the Caribbean and connecting servicemen with their families [ more ]
Axios
2 months ago
Venture

Exclusive: Financial Times launches venture arm, invests $1M in Charter

FT Ventures will handle strategic minority investments, while the FT Group will focus on larger deals taking controlling stakes in companies.
$1 million investment by the FT is part of a broader fundraising round for Charter, with Bloomberg Beta and Precursor Ventures participating. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 months ago
Social justice

The 25 Best True-Crime Stories of All Time

True crime has always been a popular subject in media, from 18th century broadsheets to modern streaming miniseries.
True crime can be both voyeuristic and illuminating, with the potential to highlight dark corners and bring about change. [ more ]
Engadget
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

GLAAD's first annual gaming report is here to tell us how gay games are

LGBTQ representation in the gaming industry is lacking compared to other forms of media
Only 2% of games on the market contain LGBTQ content [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months ago
NYC LGBT

10 years of UK same-sex marriage and other key LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024

LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024
Key moments in LGBTQ+ history [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months ago
NYC LGBT

10 years of UK same-sex marriage and other key LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024

LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024
Key moments in LGBTQ+ history [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Kremlin says former Fox host Carlson has interviewed Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been interviewed by former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, marking his first interview with a Western media figure since the invasion of Ukraine.
Carlson was chosen for the interview because he has a position that differs from other English-language media, questioning the validity of U.S. support for Ukraine and why Americans are told to hate Putin.
Putin has heavily limited his contact with international media since the war in Ukraine began, and Russian authorities have cracked down on media, forcing some outlets to close and foreign reporters to leave the country. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Kremlin quiet as Tucker Carlson's visit to Russia creates Putin interview rumours

The Kremlin has declined to confirm whether Vladimir Putin would grant an interview to Tucker Carlson, the American journalist who was spotted in Moscow.
Carlson's visit to Moscow has sparked speculation that he may be conducting an interview with Putin.
Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, stated that they have nothing to announce regarding the president's interviews to foreign media. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia: Putin holds marathon press conference DW 12/14/2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold his end-of-year press conference after a one-year hiatus.
The press conference is expected to last about three hours and will be followed by a call-in television show for ordinary Russians. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Small business growth forecasts in agricultural sector hit three-year high

UK small business growth outlook in the agricultural sector has hit a three-year high.
Other sectors, such as manufacturing, media, and legal services, also reported significant increases in growth predictions. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
3 months ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Depot After Dark: NFC Wins Pro Bowl, Pat Pete At Pro Bowl, More Kelce Love

The NFC won the Pro Bowl flag football game, with Baker Mayfield winning the offensive MVP award.
Patrick Peterson, not selected as a Pro Bowler, attended the game, possibly in a media capacity. [ more ]
Steelers Depot
4 months ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,015)

Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger is in the spotlight
The Terrible Take is a short daily podcast discussing NFL topics [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
UK politics

Badenoch claims media is 'trying to fuel gossip'

Kemi Badenoch dismisses stories about a Tory plot for her to replace Rishi Sunak as "nonsense".
Badenoch accuses the media of trying to fuel gossip and not focusing on the country's issues. [ more ]
Exchangewire
3 months ago
Chicago

Lorenzo Larini e il nuovo CEO di MINT, che con questa figura di alto profilo internazionale punta ad una espansione mondiale

MINT has appointed Lorenzo Larini as CEO to oversee the company's global expansion in the advertising resource management software market.
Larini brings experience from his previous roles at IPSOS and Gartner, where he developed growth strategies in media and technology. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
US politics

Trump Savages One-Sided Fox News,' Says The Republican Base No Longer Cares About Them'

Former President Donald Trump criticizes Fox News for allegedly favoring Nikki Haley in its coverage.
Despite his criticism, Trump has made multiple appearances on Fox News recently. [ more ]
CreativeApplications.Net
3 months ago
Web design

Critical Futures Talks: a new event and podcast series from the Master in Design for Responsible AI by Elisava and IAM

The Master in Design for Responsible AI is organizing Critical Futures Talks, a series of hybrid events, interviews, and a podcast on the intersection of Responsible AI, media, and design.
The talks are open to the public and will feature a range of perspectives from faculty, program participants, and special guests. [ more ]
The American Conservative
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

Covid: Another Accountability-Free Crisis

The story published by the Charlotte Observer claiming that Covid hospitalizations in Charlotte were at a 3-year high and urging residents to get boosters was inaccurate and misleading.
The institutional rot exposed by the pandemic, including media sensationalism and laziness, continues to be a problem that needs to be addressed for future crises. [ more ]
From yesterday:
#49ers practice and media schedule leading to Divisional Playoff matchup vs. Packers

#FTTB

https://t.co/oGLTkpjrVe .
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Divisional Playoff matchup vs. Packers

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week to prepare for their Divisional Playoff matchup against the Green Bay Packers.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak to the media. [ more ]
49ers Webzone
3 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Divisional Playoff matchup vs. Packers

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week to prepare for their Divisional Playoff matchup against the Green Bay Packers.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak to the media. [ more ]
From yesterday:
#49ers practice and media schedule leading to Week 15 matchup vs. Cardinals

#FTTB | #SFvsAZ

https://t.co/PWewGyB7HX .
49ers Webzone
4 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Week 15 matchup vs. Cardinals

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their Week 15 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak with the media. [ more ]
49ers Webzone
4 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Week 15 matchup vs. Cardinals

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their Week 15 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak with the media. [ more ]
49ers Webzone
5 months ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Week 14 matchup vs. Seahawks

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their Week 14 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak with the media. [ more ]
AdExchanger
3 months ago
Marketing tech

The Precipice of Peril: Publishers And Ad Tech Face A Harsh 2024 | AdExchanger

Google Chrome deprecating third-party cookies
Media facing challenges in value chain [ more ]
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
4 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Mike McCarthy wants no part of Cowboys-Packers playoff hype, it's about the players

Mike McCarthy admits to being too open and vulnerable with the media in the past, but is now refusing to engage in nostalgia ahead of the Cowboys' playoff game against the Packers.
McCarthy's family, who are Packers fans, have moved to Dallas but he is not allowing himself to be swayed by their allegiances to support his former team. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Swearing is becoming more acceptable, experts claim

Swear words like f*** and s*** are commonly used in the UK for emphasis rather than offense.
BBC Radio 4 presenter Mishal Husain used the word s*** seven times during an interview, sparking debate over the acceptability of swearing on air. [ more ]
Medium
4 months ago
UX design

The snake that eats its tail

Constant exposure to information can have a negative impact on our attention.
Companies profit from our addiction to information consumption and changing values and behaviors around attention. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 months ago
SF LGBT

10 years of UK same-sex marriage and other key LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024

LGBTQ+ anniversaries in 2024
Key moments in LGBTQ+ history [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Germany news

Is Germany's far-right AfD a threat to democracy? DW 01/02/2024

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has been gaining popularity and success in recent elections, with their latest victory being in a mayoral election in Pirna.
German authorities have classified several branches of the AfD as right-wing extremist, but in some federal states, authorities do not see a problem with the party's rhetoric and links to extremist anti-immigration groups. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Germany news

Is Germany's far-right AfD a threat to democracy? DW 01/02/2024

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has been gaining popularity and success in recent elections, with their latest victory being in a mayoral election in Pirna.
German authorities have classified several branches of the AfD as right-wing extremist, but in some federal states, authorities do not see a problem with the party's rhetoric and links to extremist anti-immigration groups. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Germany politics

Is Germany's far-right AfD a threat to democracy? DW 01/02/2024

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has been gaining popularity and success in recent elections, with their latest victory being in a mayoral election in Pirna.
German authorities have classified several branches of the AfD as right-wing extremist, but in some federal states, authorities do not see a problem with the party's rhetoric and links to extremist anti-immigration groups. [ more ]
Intelligencer
4 months ago
Media industry

What Do AI Companies Want With the Media?

German media conglomerate Axel Springer signs multiyear licensing deal with OpenAI worth tens of millions of Euros to provide summaries of global news content.
This partnership may serve as a template for future collaborations between AI companies and media organizations. [ more ]
Intelligencer
4 months ago
Media industry

What Do AI Companies Want With the Media?

German media conglomerate Axel Springer signs multiyear licensing deal with OpenAI worth tens of millions of Euros to provide summaries of global news content.
This partnership may serve as a template for future collaborations between AI companies and media organizations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Books

Review: Wright is brilliant in smart, funny American Fiction'

American Fiction is a crowd-pleaser that satirizes race, media, artists, and identity politics.
The film explores the frustrations and experiences of a Black writer who is tired of the exploitation and stereotypes in the industry. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 months ago
Media industry

Reporters Without Borders denounces unprecedented scale' of journalist deaths in Gaza war

17 journalists killed in the exercise of their duties during the Gaza war
2023 is the least deadly year for reporters in two decades [ more ]
Lighthouse Hockey
4 months ago
New York Islanders

Islanders News: An absurdly appropriate win

Islanders fans continue to give former player John Tavares a hard time in matchups against the Maple Leafs.
Toronto media and pundits criticize Islanders fans for booing Tavares, but fans believe they have the right to express their feelings. [ more ]
The New Yorker
4 months ago
Media industry

The War in Gaza Has Been Deadly for Journalists

Israel's military campaign has led to an unprecedented number of deaths among members of the press in just two months.
Human Rights Watch reports that the Israeli strike on journalists appeared to be deliberate, while Israel denies targeting journalists. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

Talk of a Trump Dictatorship Charges the American Political Debate

Trump and his allies are not rejecting the accusation of dictatorship and are instead leaning into it.
If Trump is reelected, he and his allies have vowed to come after the news media and purge the government of disloyal civil servants. [ more ]
Battery Power
5 months ago
Atlanta Braves

Monday Winter Meetings open thread

The Atlanta Braves are not considering trading any of their young core players.
Former manager Jim Leyland has been elected to the Hall of Fame.
Ron Washington and Brian Snitker will speak to the media. [ more ]
Theregister
5 months ago
EU data protection

Meta ignored GDPR for years, allege Spanish publishers

A group of Spanish media outlets have sued Meta for €550 million ($596 million) for violating EU privacy regulations.
The lawsuit accuses Meta of disregarding the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and contributing to its dominant advertising position across the EU. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
World news

Why did China's state media make a sudden turn towards friendlier US ties?

Chinese media has shifted its narrative ahead of the Biden-Xi meeting at the APEC summit, portraying a friendly relationship between the two countries.
The shift in rhetoric is unlikely to last, as Chinese media has a history of portraying the US as a threat. [ more ]
Poynter
5 months ago
Media industry

Don't miss - or dismiss - Donald Trump's rant about MSNBC - Poynter

Donald Trump continues to attack the media and has targeted MSNBC specifically for criticizing him.
Trump's threats against the media should be taken seriously, as they undermine democratic values and freedom of the press. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Media industry

Popular Science Shuts Online Magazine in Another Sign of Decline

Popular Science has stopped publishing its online magazine, three years after shutting its print edition.
The digital magazine's last issue, titled Fake, was published in September.
Recurrent Ventures, the parent company, has also made cuts to the magazine's staff. [ more ]
www.bournemouthecho.co.uk
5 months ago
Education

Cultivating young journalists: Enrol in Newsquest's Young Reporter short course

Schools are signing up students for the Young Reporter Scheme short course, which runs from January to April
Students have the opportunity to build a portfolio of published work and improve their writing and research skills
The course goes beyond communication skills and fosters skills valuable in the workplace [ more ]
www.thisislocallondon.co.uk
5 months ago
Education

From classrooms to headlines; cultivating young journalists

The Young Reporter Scheme is launching a short course for students in school years 10 to 13, allowing them to build a portfolio of published work.
The course gives students the opportunity to actively engage in the world of media and improve their writing and research skills. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Media industry

How the JFK assassination changed TV news and the journalists who covered it 60 years ago

On November 22, 1963, the three major television networks in the US (NBC, CBS, and ABC) provided live, continuous coverage of the JFK assassination and its aftermath for four days.
This event marked the beginning of a new era in media, where viewers could witness major events unfolding in real time.
Unlike today where there are numerous media outlets, everyone watched the JFK tragedy simultaneously. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Media industry

As journalism programs across Canada face low enrolment, schools hit pause to modernize | CBC News

Several Canadian journalism programs have been shut down or paused due to low enrollment, signaling a decline in trust and interest in traditional news media.
Schools need to update their journalism programs to attract prospective journalists and meet the needs of the digital age. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Media industry

As journalism programs across Canada face low enrolment, schools hit pause to modernize | CBC News

Several Canadian journalism programs have been shut down or paused due to low enrollment, signaling a decline in trust and interest in traditional news media.
Schools need to update their journalism programs to attract prospective journalists and meet the needs of the digital age. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
5 months ago
Bayern Munich

Why does Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane shy away from the media?

Leroy Sané rarely appears in the media and does not do press conferences or interviews.
Sané wants to take more responsibility on the pitch and values his relationship with coach Julian Nagelsmann. [ more ]
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