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Uttar Pradesh Tourism launched two campaigns asking people to share photos and stories of forgotten monuments and family treasures. The initiative transforms ordinary citizens into heritage documentarians ahead of World Heritage Day.
MTN Group is bringing a successful journalism training program to journalists across Africa. The 12-week Media Innovation Programme will help media professionals build skills for the digital age while strengthening trust in African newsrooms.
The Nebraska Broadcasters Association just awarded $2,000 scholarships to three college students chasing their dreams in radio and television. These future journalists represent the next generation bringing stories to Nebraska communities.
Even as newsrooms face funding cuts and safety threats, two-thirds of journalists worldwide say their work still feels meaningful. A new global survey reveals a profession staying committed to truth despite mounting challenges.
Over 100 reporters, from Rachel Maddow to independent journalists, signed a letter defending the Wayback Machine after major news outlets started blocking it. Their message is clear: preserving digital history matters more than ever.
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Long before the Declaration of Independence became a national treasure behind bulletproof glass, it spread across the colonies through newspapers, town readings, and brave printers who made history accessible to everyone. A new book reveals how ordinary Americans first encountered the words that changed everything.
A satirical article imagined Mexico's National Palace becoming a quinceañera venue and tanning salon to reduce the deficit. The joke publication "El Jalapeño" creates these fake stories to poke fun at real events.
President Bola Tinubu celebrated veteran journalist Chido Onumah's 60th birthday, recognizing six decades of championing press freedom and democracy in Nigeria. The tribute highlights a lifetime dedicated to building a more transparent and informed society.
A journalist got the scoop of a lifetime when Australia's treasurer handed him the entire 1954 federal budget. His own editors buried the story because it seemed too good to be true.
A new 12-week journalism program is bringing African media professionals together to master digital skills and build networks across the continent. The MTN Media Innovation Programme combines online learning with hands-on experience in Johannesburg, with applications open until April 30.
Mongabay launched a dedicated Solutions Desk to report on what's actually working to save the planet, not just the problems. Their evidence-based journalism has already influenced Microsoft's carbon investments and community conservation efforts.
Leaders across Nigeria gathered to celebrate Chido Onumah's 60th birthday and three decades of fighting for democratic progress. The symposium brought together government officials, activists, and scholars to honor his work and discuss the power of youth-led movements.
Dr. Chido Onumah, a Nigerian anti-corruption advocate and journalist, celebrates six decades of championing youth empowerment and national accountability. His humility and dedication continue inspiring younger Nigerians to believe in their country's potential.
Ghana's Volta Region is building a FIFA-standard stadium and multipurpose sports facility to discover and develop young athletic talent. The regional minister announced the plans while celebrating eight years of local sports journalism.
While corporate media struggles, one nonprofit newsroom proves independent journalism can flourish. Democracy Now! reaches millions daily without ads, paywalls, or corporate money.
A federal judge just stood up for journalism, ordering the Pentagon to immediately restore access to dozens of reporters who were locked out of covering America's military headquarters. The decision reinforces that a free press remains protected, even when powerful institutions try to limit it.
A new continent-wide training programme is opening doors for African journalists to master digital skills and build cross-border networks. Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort, with a 12-week certified programme combining online learning and hands-on experience in Johannesburg.
Mongabay Latam has spent a decade building a regional network that combines satellite technology with on-the-ground reporting to expose illegal mining, deforestation, and wildlife trafficking across Latin America. Managing editor Alexa Vélez reveals how environmental journalism evolved from eyewitness accounts to high-tech investigations that cross borders and hold criminals accountable.
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.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson has been released after being kidnapped on a Baghdad street corner last week. The freelance reporter, who has covered the Middle East for years, was freed following efforts by Iraqi officials.
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