Tag: media
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Library of Congress Unveils New Web Archive for Local History and Genealogy
The Library of Congress has launched a new web archive to preserve local history and genealogy websites, ensuring crucial resources for family history research and community understanding are available for future generations.
Science & TechnologyMediaSocial IssuesEducationComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingFederal Government Library of CongressLocal History and Genealogy Web ArchiveAhmed JohnsonGenealogyFamily HistoryWeb ArchivingAfrican American GenealogyU.S. Library of Congress
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Longtime Library of Congress Music Division Expert Raymond White Retires
Raymond White retires from the Library of Congress Music Division after 44.5 years. Known for his vast musical knowledge and captivating storytelling, he brought historical treasures to life for countless visitors.
EntertainmentMediaEducationMusicDigital and Print PublishingEmployment and LaborFilm and TV Raymond WhiteLibrary of CongressMusic DivisionRetirementHistorical ManuscriptsMusic HistoryCultural HeritageU.S. Library of Congress
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Columbia Law Faculty Analyze Key 2026 Supreme Court Rulings
Columbia Law School faculty offered expert analysis on the U.S. Supreme Court's 2026 decisions, providing context on rulings concerning independent federal agencies and birthright citizenship to media outlets nationwide.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEducation Columbia Law SchoolSupreme CourtFederal AgenciesBirthright CitizenshipLegal Analysis2026Lawnewsletter
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Nebraska Game and Parks Announces Fall Permits, Grants, and August Events
Nebraska Game and Parks opens sales for 2026 fall turkey and leftover big game permits in August. The agency also invites proposals for wildlife viewing grants and hosts various outdoor community events.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentEducationMediaState GovernmentsDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Nebraska Game and ParksHunting PermitsWildlife ViewingGrantsOutdoor RecreationConservationNebraska
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Digital Content Next Highlights Publisher Strategies for Revenue Growth and Audience Engagement
Digital Content Next's "InContext" newsletter explores how publishers are boosting revenue and audience engagement. Key topics include newsletter-first strategies, content licensing opportunities with AI, and insights into paid subscriber value.
BusinessMediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingEconomyArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentEducation Digital Content NextPublishingNewslettersContent LicensingSubscriber ValueMedia IndustryDCN Next Summit
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US Court Blocks Trump-Era Visa Policy Targeting Fact-Checkers, While South Korea Integrates Fact-Checking Code into Law
A US federal judge temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy targeting foreign fact-checkers, citing free speech concerns. Concurrently, South Korea enacted a law incorporating the IFCN's Code of Principles, raising concerns among local fact-checkers.
Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyWorldGeneral PoliticsArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetElectionLegal South KoreaFact-checkingMisinformationLegislationFree SpeechIFCNThe International Fact-Checking Network
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact Debunks US-Israel Military Merger Claim, Reviews Midterm Statements, Fauci's Fifth Amendment Use
PolitiFact is reporting that claims of a US-Israel military merger are false. It also fact-checked midterm election statements, Dr. Anthony Fauci's use of the Fifth Amendment, and President Donald Trump's voter fraud claims.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldMediaFederal GovernmentElectionMedical ScienceMilitaryMiddle EastDigital and Print Publishing PolitiFactUS-Israel MilitaryFact-CheckingAnthony FauciRand PaulElectionsGovernment
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Media Monitor: "60 Minutes" hires spark debate, FCC targets ABC licenses, Caitlin Clark boosts WNBA viewership
Poynter reports on new hires at "60 Minutes" sparking debate, the FCC's unprecedented review of ABC station licenses, and Caitlin Clark's continued impact on WNBA viewership, driving significant ratings increases across the league.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentSportBusinessFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues 60 MinutesRoss DouthatFCCDisneyCaitlin ClarkWNBATelevisionPoynter.org
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Scientists Advance Animal-to-Human Kidney Transplants
Researchers are refining pig-to-human kidney transplants, offering a new alternative to dialysis for patients. This development aims to expand organ availability and provide hope for those awaiting life-saving procedures.
HealthScience & TechnologyMediaEntertainmentMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial Issues XenotransplantationPig KidneyOrgan TransplantDialysisMedical ResearchScience
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Dartmouth Launches Tribal Sovereignty Institute, Highlights Faculty Research
Dartmouth College introduces its new Tribal Sovereignty Institute. The institution also highlights Roopika Risam's book "Data Empire" and Professor David Blanchflower's research on Gen Z's social lives, cited in The New York Times.
MediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationEconomySocial IssuesDigital and Print PublishingGeneral PoliticsComputers and Internet Dartmouth CollegeTribal Sovereignty InstituteRoopika RisamData EmpireDavid BlanchflowerEconomicsThe New York Times
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Annandale Man Charged After Officer-Involved Shooting Incident
An Annandale man faces charges after attempting to disarm an officer during a domestic incident. Police responded to a report of a man with knives, leading to an officer-involved shooting and taser deployment, resulting in non-fatal injuries.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentMediaState GovernmentsLegalSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Nehemia Fuentes BanegasAnnandaleFairfax County PoliceOfficer-involved shootingAttempted DisarmingDomestic incidentTaserFairfax County Police DepartmentReston
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Media Monitor: Poynter Offers Guidance on 'Teen Takeover' Coverage
Poynter offers journalists guidance on covering "teen takeovers," highlighting common pitfalls in current reporting and providing tips for more nuanced, ethical, and comprehensive coverage of youth gatherings.
MediaLaw EnforcementEducationDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues PoynterJournalismMedia EthicsTeen TakeoversYouth CoverageReportingKristen Hare | Poynter
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Yale Researchers Uncover Online Drug Access Issues, Challenge Evolutionary Theory
Yale studies reveal easy online access to weight-loss drugs with limited oversight, while also challenging a theory on tuna evolution post-dinosaur extinction. New quantum mechanics guidance also released.
Science & TechnologyHealthMediaMedical ScienceEnvironmentComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Yale UniversityGLP-1sWeight-loss drugsTuna evolutionQuantum mechanicsBiologyPhysicsUniversity
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact Debunks Claim on Laken Riley Act Vote, Details Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
PolitiFact reports U.S. Rep. Mike Collins falsely claimed Sen. Jon Ossoff voted against the Laken Riley Act and provides an update on record-high cyclosporiasis cases linked to lettuce.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElectionMedical Science Laken Riley ActMike CollinsJon OssoffPolitiFactCyclosporiasisFood SafetyPublic HealthPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: "60 Minutes" Makes Key Hires Amid Turmoil, Including Conservative Columnist Ross Douthat
Poynter reports on significant changes at "60 Minutes," including the controversial hiring of conservative columnist Ross Douthat, and highlights CNN's Kaitlan Collins' unflappable professionalism in the face of President Trump's attacks.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingMedia CrisisGeneral Politics 60 MinutesCBS NewsRoss DouthatKaitlan CollinsDonald TrumpJournalismMedia IndustryPoynter.org
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Dartmouth Professor Solomon Diamond Discusses 3D-Printed Firearms Software Challenges in The Verge
Dartmouth's Solomon Diamond, Associate Professor of Engineering, shared his expertise with The Verge, detailing the technical difficulties in developing software to block 3D-printed firearms, emphasizing continuous problem-solving in this evolving field.
Science & TechnologyMediaLaw EnforcementEducationComputers and InternetLegalMilitarySocial Issues Solomon DiamondDartmouth CollegeThayer School of Engineering3D-printed firearmsSoftware designEngineeringThe Verge
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Media Monitor: Trump Eulogizes Lindsey Graham at Washington National Cathedral
Time Magazine reports President Trump delivered a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham at the Washington National Cathedral, praising his political career and influence.
Politics and GovernmentWorldConflictMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyMilitaryMiddle EastEurope Donald TrumpLindsey GrahamEulogyWashington National CathedralU.S. PoliticsConservative MovementFuneralTime Magazine
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Governor Sherrill and Lt. Governor Caldwell Announce July 29 Public Schedule
Governor Sherrill will address a veterans' initiative and appear on News12, while Lieutenant Governor Caldwell will speak at a temple's 25th anniversary celebration, outlining a full public schedule for July 29, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial Issues Governor SherrillLieutenant Governor CaldwellNew JerseyVeteransCommunity EventsGovernmentPublic ScheduleOffice of New Jersey Governor
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NPR Network Urges Support in Final Days of July Fundraising Campaign
The NPR Network is in the final days of its July fundraising campaign, seeking donations to support independent journalism, local news, and its mission to inform the public and foster shared understanding.
MediaDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial Issues NPR Networkfundraisingpublic mediajournalismindependent newsdonationsJuly campaign
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Media Monitor: NPR Seeks Urgent Donations to Meet July Fundraising Goal
NPR is reporting it has three days left in its July fundraising campaign and needs public support to continue its independent news and programming.
MediaBusinessDigital and Print PublishingEconomyEducationSocial Issues NPRFundraisingPublic MediaJournalismDonationsJuly CampaignDigital MediaNPR Breaking News
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Graham's Funeral, Global Conflicts, and Social Movements
Newsweek is reporting on President Trump's eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, the merging of Ukraine and Iran conflicts, a stray dog's impact in China, and Europe's aid policies.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionDigital and Print Publishing Donald TrumpLindsey GrahamUS PoliticsInternational RelationsWomen's SportsChinaEuropeNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Defense Industry Health and New C-UAS Technology
Breaking Defense's "The Weekly Break Out" features AIA chief Eric Fanning on defense budget and foreign military sales, plus details on a new C-UAS maritime equipment package for USVs.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentConflictMediaMilitaryEconomyFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Politics Eric FanningDefense IndustryForeign Military SalesC-UASUnmanned Surface VesselsMilitary BudgetDefense TechnologyBreaking Defense
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact Examines Claims on Military Stockpiles and Michigan Senate Poll
PolitiFact is reporting on U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz's claims about depleted military stockpiles and fact-checking Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's assertion regarding an AIPAC-funded poll.
Politics and GovernmentConflictMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDemocratic PartyMilitaryMiddle EastElection Mike WaltzIran warUkraine aidAbdul El-SayedMichigan Senate primaryAIPACPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: Savannah Guthrie Pleads for Mother; WHCA Dinner Criticized; CBS News Accused of Bias
Poynter is reporting on Savannah Guthrie's emotional plea for her missing mother, criticism of the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, and former "60 Minutes" correspondent Cecilia Vega's claims of political bias at CBS News.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessDigital and Print PublishingMedia CrisisMedia BiasFederal GovernmentLegal Savannah GuthrieNancy GuthrieWhite House Correspondents' AssociationDonald TrumpJournalismMedia IndustryBuzzFeed LayoffsPoynter.org
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George Mason University Boosts Quantum Science, AI Partnerships, and Robotics Research
George Mason University secures a $3 million quantum science gift, partners with Akiak Technology for AI solutions, advances robotics research, and celebrates its quiz bowl team's national debut and first-ever tournament wins.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaSportArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsEducationEconomyMilitaryAstronomy and Space George Mason UniversityQuantum ScienceAkiak TechnologyQuiz BowlPhilanthropyGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax CountyReston
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Highlights Fauci Diaries, White House Missile Claims
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board reports on Dr. Fauci's diaries, White House missile shortage claims, and debates over the Senate filibuster and DSA's call to abolish the Senate.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaWorldGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseDemocratic PartyArtificial IntelligenceEnvironmentElection Anthony FauciDonald TrumpSenate FilibusterAmmunition ShortageDemocratic Socialists of AmericaWall Street JournalWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Dartmouth College Addresses Propaganda, U.S.-China Dynamics, and Data's Role in Democracy
Dartmouth College is combating propaganda in overlooked languages. Professor Stephen Brooks and Ben Vagle '22 argue the U.S. holds economic sway over China, needing allied cooperation. Professor Roopika Risam also warns about data infrastructure's role in democracy's future.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaGeneral PoliticsEconomyComputers and InternetEducationDigital and Print Publishing Dartmouth CollegePropagandaInternational RelationsChinaData InfrastructureDemocracy
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Media Monitor: The Washington Post Announces Subscription Offers
The Washington Post is reporting details of its premium subscription sale, offering discounted rates for new subscribers to unlock unlimited access.
MediaBusinessDigital and Print PublishingEconomyLegal Washington PostSubscriptionSalePremium AccessDigital MediaNews OrganizationDiscountThe Washington Post
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David Hartt's 'Peripheries' Installation to Transform The Met's American Wing
Acclaimed artist David Hartt's 'Peripheries' installation will open at The Met's American Wing, responding to John Vanderlyn's Versailles panorama with contemporary audio-visual art, exploring vision, power, and cultural memory.
EntertainmentMediaEuropeMusicFilm and TVEducation David HarttThe Metropolitan Museum of ArtPeripheriesArt ExhibitionContemporary ArtJohn VanderlynAmerican WingMet Museum
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Media Monitor: Poynter Reports on Contentious WHCA Dinner, Paramount-WBD Deal Pause, and Caitlin Clark Media Scrutiny
Poynter reports on President Trump's contentious speech at the WHCA dinner, the pause of the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, and the ongoing media scrutiny surrounding WNBA star Caitlin Clark, including a controversial USA Today column.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessSportGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseEconomyLegalSocial IssuesArtificial Intelligence White House Correspondents' Association DinnerDonald TrumpMedia CriticismParamount GlobalWarner Bros. DiscoveryCaitlin ClarkJournalism EthicsPoynter.org