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One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.
A Philadelphia news station turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising grocery shoppers, thanking medical workers, and treating first responders. Reporter Katherine Scott led the heartwarming initiative across multiple locations on February 17th.
Political scientist Ian Bremmer, who advises world leaders, reveals his strategies for staying informed without getting overwhelmed. In a new TED conversation, he offers practical tips anyone can use to think more clearly about the news.
A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.
Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Anthony Nunez turned his walk off the mound into a creative gender reveal for his brother and sister-in-law watching at home. The heartwarming moment gave the expecting parents their first glimpse at baby number three.
Two cousins from Wisconsin who had never met discovered they were neighbors in Florida when one spotted the other on a local news broadcast. Their chance reunion led to a friendship that lasted over a decade.
A TV news anchor reveals the simple speaking techniques that help him stay calm and authoritative on camera, even during breaking news chaos. His advice works for anyone facing a big presentation or public speaking moment.
Scientists struggling to focus amid global crises are finding relief through community support and constructive action. Mental health experts say these strategies help researchers cope with news overwhelm while maintaining their work.
Australia just closed a loophole that let tech giants dodge paying for journalism. Under new draft legislation, Meta, Google, and TikTok must pay news publishers or face a 2.25% tax on local revenue.
When researchers paid Fox News fans to watch CNN for a month, something surprising happened: their political views actually shifted. The study offers hope that America's echo chambers aren't as permanent as we thought.
Fake news sites created by AI have been spreading since 2023, but learning four simple checks can help anyone spot them in seconds. Here's how to protect yourself from misleading articles designed to confuse or profit from unsuspecting readers.
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Google is delivering on a landmark settlement with South Africa, investing millions to help local language publishers thrive in the digital age. The tech giant's nationwide training roadshow is teaching community news outlets how to use digital tools in their own languages.
Ameer Al-Khatahtbeh turned a college project into @Muslim, now reaching 12 million followers across platforms with digestible news for Muslim communities worldwide. What started as a response to Trump's Muslim ban became the go-to source for Muslim-centered journalism.
Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch turned a life-changing moment into an unforgettable memory when he made top prospect Kevin McGonigle sweat through a 10-minute buildup before revealing he'd made the Major League roster. The nervous breakfast and emotional family phone calls that followed show why some news is worth the wait.
A single news story sparked immediate action in Hluvukani, South Africa, where overflowing trash bins had plagued residents for months. Within 24 hours of publication, the municipality cleaned every site and restored healthy living conditions.
Mongabay, a global environmental news outlet, just created a dedicated Solutions Desk to spotlight what's actually working to save the planet. The team will rigorously investigate and share real-world conservation wins so readers can find hope and replicate success.
Journalist Guillermo Barraza transforms into Amanda Drag to host "La Verdrag," Mexico's groundbreaking LGBTQ+ news program. The show gives voice to communities facing daily harassment while combining investigative reporting with uplifting interviews.
One day after a local news investigation aired, a medical equipment company wiped out nearly $3,000 in wrongful bills charged to a Galena cancer survivor. The story shows how accountability journalism can change lives when individuals feel powerless against corporate billing errors.
WWE honors the legacy of Allen "Bad News Brown" Coage, a bronze medalist judoka who became one of wrestling's most memorable competitors. The 2026 Hall of Fame induction celebrates a trailblazer who excelled in two demanding sports.
Two Australian TV anchors just earned a Guinness World Record for broadcasting together for over 40 years. Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr have delivered more than 10,000 newscasts side by side in Perth.
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