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Reporter ignites controversy by asking what is most average place in America
In the course of reporting a story, The New York Times' Annie Lowrey asked an innocent question to her Twitter followers. What city is the most average in America. The answers poured in and ignited a controversy around the answers that were given.
Ecuador's media under fire as powerful president appears set for third term
Ecuador's media have been under fire since President Rafael Correa took office in 2006. He appears set to win a third term later this month, which means more difficult times for the country's independent media.
'The Hobbit' release brings appreciation for Tolkien
The first installment of Peter's Jackson's highly anticipated film "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" hits theaters this weekend. But some Tolkien purists are saying the film may be stretched too thin.
In China, propaganda remains expansive, but more hidden
China's propaganda ministry has long been an active controller of public messages in the Communist country. But nowadays, with greater access to the Internet and skepticism running high, the propaganda ministry is stepping up its efforts, but trying to be more unseen in what it does.
In describing disability, language differences challenge even the best intentioned
As media cover the Paralympic Games in London, many are trying hard to use the most inclusive language possible. But when it comes to foreign languages, what's inclusive doesn't always transcend those boundaries. And that can be a problem for journalists.
PRI signs actor, writer Stephen Tobolowsky to create new storytelling series for radio
PRI will pilot "The Tobolowsky Files" on select public radio stations in October.
Mexicans near border rely on Texas media for news on drug violence
The drug war in Mexico has turned local journalism there into a potentially deadly career choice. Powerful cartels often threaten or kill hometown journalists who dare to report on the latest violence. But an innovative system for getting information out quickly -- and safely -- has recently emerged.
As campaigns heat up, negative rhetoric reaches a new low
Negative ads and back-and-forth name calling have dominated much of the campaign rhetoric and political news coverage this election season. A communications professor who helps run factcheck.org says this presidential campaign has sunk to new lows.
PRI sponsors conference on news and gaming
Gaming industry executives, designers and developers will convene with investigative journalists to explore how gaming platforms can be used to reach and engage citizens in investigative journalism.
To the Best of Our Knowledge Kickstarter Project
The folks at To the Best of Our Knowledge have launched a Kickstarter project: A comic book about the science of consciousness.
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