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Dr Margaret Hughes

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Hopeful and honest (to a fault!). Journalism Educator at University of the West of Scotland. AJE UK committee member.

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Rachel Cunliffe @rmcunliffe.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
💥TEASER💥 The New Statesman cover: JUST RAISE TAX! Online tomorrow. On newsstands Thursday. @newstatesman.com
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
DEADLINE TOMORROW! The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline is Friday, May 9. Full details below ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
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Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’ – deadline extended to May 9
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
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Leo Hickman @leohickman.carbonbrief.org · 06/05/2025
Want to spend some weeks this summer working with the Carbon Brief team? We've opened up our annual internship scheme again for applications!
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
FINAL REMINDER! Join us tomorrow (Fri, May 2) for our free, online event: '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Full details here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
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Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
CALL FOR PAPERS REMINDER: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline is next week (May 1). Full details below ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
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Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
EVENT REMINDER! Join us on May 2 for our free, online event: '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Full details and how to register here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
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Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
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Truth Tellers @sirharrysummit.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
📢 Truth Tellers is back! On 7th May, the Sir Harry Evans Investigative Journalism Summit returns, hosted by @reuters.com @durhamuniversity.bsky.social & Tina Brown CBE. Honouring Sir Harry Evans, the Summit champions fearless investigative reporting. 📺Livestream: sirharrysummit.org
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
CALL FOR PAPERS REMINDER: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) in #Derby is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline: May 1. Full details below #AJEUK #AJE2025 ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
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Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
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Journo Resources @journoresources.org.uk · 04/04/2025
🗞️ If you're looking to break into the newsroom, @TheEconomist is looking for three Audience Fellows to work across their 22 newsletters. You'll be creating articles, podcasts and videos across all their sections for £28,700pa – deadline 15/04/2025 👇
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The Economist - Audience Fellows
£28,700 pro rata
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
We're very excited to announce a new spring event! Join us for '101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding' with @psuaffleck.bsky.social, @ivorgaber.bsky.social, @imkehenkel.bsky.social and Robert (Ted) Gutsche. Details and register here: ajeuk.org/register-now...
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Register now for AJE UK spring event: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding
We are excited to announce details for a special AJE event being held this spring. Event: AJE UK: 101 days since the world changed – how the news media is responding Date and time: Friday, Ma…
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Jessica Elgot @jessicaelgot.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
🚨 We're looking for senior journalist to lead our weekend political and news coverage. Rare chance to join best team in Westminster 👇 workforus.theguardian.com/jobs/630
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The Guardian :: Senior News Reporter
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
REMINDER! Join senior environment editor Anna Turns from The Conversation UK (@uk.theconversation.com) for a free webinar on Mar 21: 'Republish the planet', a journalist’s quick guide to using free environment stories by academic experts. Find out more: ajeuk.org/the-conversa...
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Booking now open for free webinar -The Conversation UK hosts ‘Republish the planet’ event
When: Friday, March 21Time: 14.00-15.00 GMTRegistration: Free. Please register via Eventbrite to receive a Zoom link Summary: The Conversation’s senior environment editor, Anna Turns, is running a …
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Journo Resources @journoresources.org.uk · 10/03/2025
🏠Looking for your summer internship? Apply now to spend four weeks with IBP and get a taste of trade media and PR with a structured programme and great networking opportunities – deadline 28/03/25🔗
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IBP Summer Internship Scheme 2025 - Journo Resources
Want To Kick Start Your Career By Gaining Vital Experience In The Workplace?
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Happy International Women’s Day ✊🏻❤️ #internationalwomensday
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
CALL FOR PAPERS ALERT: The AJE UK Summer Conference 2025 (June 26-27) is on 'Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing world'. Call for papers deadline: May 1. Full details below #AJEUK #AJE2025 ajeuk.org/call-for-pap...
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Call for papers for AJE 2025 Summer Conference – ‘Celebrating Journalism’
We are excited to announce the call for papers for our AJE Summer Conference 2025. Event: Celebrating Journalism: Why it matters, how it adapts and the need for journalism education in a changing w…
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
#SlavaUkraini Supporting Ukraine at the #windowwanderland in Strathbungo, #Glasgow @ZelenskyyUa 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🇺🇦
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Timothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Here I react to the shameful encounter between American leaders and media and the Ukrainian president. No doubt there were more, but I saw five failures on our side: of hospitality, decency, democracy, strategy, and independence. Please watch and share. snyder.substack.com/p/five-failu...
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Five Failures in the Oval Office (video)
America hurt itself badly today.
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
We're looking forward to this! Join senior environment editor Anna Turns from The Conversation UK (@uk.theconversation.com) for a free webinar on Mar 21: 'Republish the planet', a journalist’s quick guide to using free environment stories by academic experts. Find out more: ajeuk.org/the-conversa...
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Booking now open for free webinar -The Conversation UK hosts ‘Republish the planet’ event
When: Friday, March 21Time: 14.00-15.00 GMTRegistration: Free. Please register via Eventbrite to receive a Zoom link Summary: The Conversation’s senior environment editor, Anna Turns, is running a …
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Lewis Goodall @lewisgoodall.com · 04/02/2025
Ever thought "GEE WIZZ" I'd love to work with those nice people at the News Agents Well, GEE WIZZ- you're in luck. We have a producer job available. Details via the link below. www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/po...
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Global hiring Podcast Producer – The News Agents in Greater London, England, United Kingdom | LinkedIn
Posted 1:35:23 PM. Accepting Applications Until4 March 2025Job DescriptionAt Global, we think big, work hard, and…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.
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International Center for Journalists @icfjorg.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
IJNet’s new newsletter spotlights students’ reporting, offers tips for professional development, features opportunities for internships and more. Register for @IJNet's upcoming Forum session to learn more about this new resource: buff.ly/40ngneq
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Jim Acosta @jimacosta.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.
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Eduardo Suárez @eduardosuarez.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
"As the son of a Cuban refugee, I took home the lesson … it is never a good time to bow down to a tyrant. I have always believed it’s the job of the press to hold power to account" @jimacosta.bsky.social steps down from CNN on air www.nytimes.com/2025/01/28/b...
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Jim Acosta of CNN to Leave Network (Gift Article)
The network wanted to move Mr. Acosta to the midnight time slot, a backwater in cable television news.
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Andy Williams @llantwit.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Been writing press releases & doing media interviews for my branch of UCU today. A very grim, dark, emotional day at Cardiff University. 400 jobs to go. Whole departments (including modern languages, nursing, music, religion, ancient history) to be axed. www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Cardiff: University confirms plans to cut 400 jobs - BBC News
Vice-chancellor Wendy Larner says "it is no longer an option for us to continue as we are".
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International Center for Journalists @icfjorg.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
Want to expand your network of women journalists? Apply now to our new program in Pakistan — which includes a study tour to the U.S.: buff.ly/3C61MM1
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information about the grant, including text that reads "Deadline: Feb. 1, 2025". The graphic also features a photo of women working at a desk.
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The Bureau of Investigative Journalism @tbij.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
We’re hiring! Apply to be our Head of Operations (maternity cover) Salary: £50-55k depending on experience Contract: 12-month contract Location: London (hybrid working) Deadline: February 2 More info 👇
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We’re hiring! Apply to be our Head of Operations (maternity cover)
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Don't miss out! There's still time to register for our free online Winter Conference on ‘Making a change: The challenges and opportunities in transitioning from industry to academia – and back again’ on Friday (Jan 17), 2pm-4.30pm. Book your place here: ajeuk.org/aje-winter-c...
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Register now for the AJE Winter Conference 2025 – ‘Making a change’
We are excited to announce the details for our AJE Winter Conference 2025. Event: Making a change: The challenges and opportunities in transitioning from industry to academia – and back again. Date…
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Carbon Brief @carbonbrief.org · 13/01/2025
NEW – Media reaction: The 2025 Los Angeles wildfires and the role of climate change | @joshgabbatiss.bsky.social @ceciliakeating.carbonbrief.org @mollylempriere.carbonbrief.org @rtmcswee.carbonbrief.org @ayeshatandon.carbonbrief.org Read here: buff.ly/4adlD8E
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The AJE UK @theajeuk.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
One week to go until the AJE online Winter Conference on ‘Making a change: The challenges and opportunities in transitioning from industry to academia – and back again’ (Fri, Jan 17, 2pm-4.30pm). For full details of our speakers and schedule, and to register, visit: ajeuk.org/aje-winter-c...
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Register now for the AJE Winter Conference 2025 – ‘Making a change’
We are excited to announce some of the details for our AJE Winter Conference 2025. Event: Making a change: The challenges and opportunities in transitioning from industry to academia – and back aga…
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
By yon Bonnie Banks 😍. #Scotland #LochLomond
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Full Fact @fullfact.org · 29/12/2024
We’re looking for a talented copy writer or editor to work with us on our 2025 report on the state of misinformation. This is an exciting project which we hope will shape the impact of our work for months to follow.
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Freelance Writer/Editor – Full Fact Report 2025 - Full Fact
We’re looking for a talented copy writer or editor to work with us on our 2025 report on the state of misinformation.
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The Ferret @theferret.scot · 29/12/2024
“The Scottish fairground is a culture, a knowledge base, a lifestyle, and a witness to how Scotland likes to play and unwind over the centuries. Though you might not always notice us, you’d miss us” theferret.scot/govan-showpeople-cou…
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
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International Center for Journalists @icfjorg.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
Are you an undergraduate student or recent graduate with an interest in journalism and/or international affairs? Apply to become our next communications intern! More information: buff.ly/3YqCLUh
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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
104 journalists killed so far this year, according to the International Federation of Journalists’ annual Killed List, with a sharp increase in number of imprisoned journalists. Report is released on International #HumanRightsDay www.nuj.org.uk/resource/104...
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104 journalists killed this year, according to IFJ annual Killed List
Sharp increase in number of imprisoned journalists
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Nine swans are swimming. Foggy day on the #RiverClyde #Glasgow ❤️🥶
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Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou @kanaratron.bsky.social · 07/12/2024
I pay all our collaborator invoices pretty much immediately. Would make me deeply uncomfortable so sit on their money for any amount of time. They already did the work.
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Chris Sutcliffe @chrissutcliffe.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
This article from @msf.ca's latest edition of Dispatches is absolutely harrowing
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Aske Kammer @handle.invalid · 04/12/2024
What is news? It's such a simple question, so of course the answer is complicated. And @writerlytone.bsky.social & O'Neill do a great job of laying out what research tells us about the nature of the news. It's a must-read. #AskeXmas 4/24 www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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What is News?
The deceptively simple question “What is news?” remains pertinent even as we ponder the future of journalism in the digital age. This article examines news values within mainstream journalism and c...
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Karen Boyle @profkarenboyle.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Job klaxon 📣 0.5 Teaching Associate post to deliver practice-based teaching in Journalism at Strathclyde. Post is open-ended. Closing date is 6/1 #AcademicJobs #Journalism strathvacancies.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/...
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Teaching Associate (672187)
Teaching Associate (672187), The Department of Humanities seeks to appoint a Teaching Associate to join our Journalism, Media & Communications team, on a 0.5 FTE open ended (continuing) contract, with...
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Media Reform Coalition @mediareformuk.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Is the UK's public service media truly serving the public? Read our initial submission to Ofcom's PSM Review, outlining our analysis of public broadcasters' performance over the last 5 years - and our arguments for the reforms PSM needs to face the future: www.mediareform.org.uk/blog/ofcom-p...
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Media Reform Coalition
Media Reform coordinates the work of advocacy groups campaigning to protect the public interest in light of the Leveson Inquiry and Communications Review.
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Alan Rusbridger @arusbridger.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
We are looking for someone to lead the @reutersinstitute.bsky.social at @ox.ac.uk Journalism has never been in more need of rigorous research, advocacy and analysis. You could be a journalist or an academic. Please consider applying and/or pass on. reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/job-vacancies
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Job vacancies
As a member of staff at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism you will be part of an internationally-renowned institute exploring the future of journalism worldwide through debate, engagem...
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Alexios Mantzarlis @mantzarlis.com · 01/12/2024
Wide majorities of people in 🇦🇷 🇧🇷 🇩🇪 🇯🇵 🇪🇸 🇰🇷 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 believe platforms should be moderating misinformation (via @reutersinstitute.bsky.social) reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/what-do-peop...
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AusPoast @daryltractor.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
Nick Bryant at the press club with some advice for journalists: “If you are a young journalist watching this, please hear those words: don't predict elections. We are correspondents, not clairvoyants.” #npc
Nick Bryant speaking at NPC
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Victor Pickard @victorpickard.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Even if they possess the hearts of angels, individuals should not wield so much power over media and politics in a democratic society.
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Dr Margaret Hughes @magsnews.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
It was a privilege to read some of the brilliant work being done by journalists on the theme of violence against women and girls. It was also dispiriting to see the continued scale of the problem. #WEVAWAwards #16days #EndViolence
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Peder Hammerskov @journalistik.ai · 26/11/2024
Dire reading from UK. New report from the House of Lords warns of a fractured UK news landscape. Local journalism is in decline, trust is eroding, and misinformation is on the rise. A critical moment for innovation and policy action. committees.parliament.uk/committee/17... #FutureOfNews #Journalism
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Fracturing news environment risks a “grim” future for UK - Committees - UK Parliament
The Communications and Digital Committee publishes its report 'The future of news'.
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Jane B Singer @janebsinger.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
'There is a realistic possibility of the UK’s news environment fracturing irreparably along social, regional and economic lines within the next five to ten years': House of Lords committee's newly released report on future of news in Britain is not cheery reading. pressgazette.co.uk/media_law/fu...
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Warning of imminent, ‘irreparable’ fracture of news landscape without action
The Lords Communications and Digital Committee has laid out proposals it hopes can stave off a “fracturing” of the UK news landscape.
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DevinCow @devincow.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
I am so tired of waiting, aren’t you, For the world to become good and beautiful and kind?  Let’s take a knife and cut the world in two- And see what worms are eating At the rind.      Langston Hughes
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Dr Julia Grace Patterson @jujuliagrace.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
If you oppose NHS privatisation, please could you repost this and follow me? I need to know who to follow next (it’ll be you!) 🌟🌟🌟
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Victor Pickard @victorpickard.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Musk deprioritizing links, Meta deplatforming news media, cable news outlets favoring talking head commentary over actual reporting, local journalism collapsing under market pressures -- all combines to degrade reliable news and to incentivize low-quality information. newrepublic.com/post/188794/...
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Elon Musk Admits X Is Making It Harder for People to Read News
The world’s richest man has finally admitted he’s essentially censoring news articles on X.
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