Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 11, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Poynter Report special edition: weekend recommendations

Poynter 18 stories to check out over the weekend. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Report special edition: weekend recommendations Good Friday morning. Today, an abbreviated version of The Poynter Report w…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 11, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Should we have a national memorial day for 1 million COVID-19 deaths?

Poynter Plus, pandemic deaths caused a massive tombstone shortage, mask mandates on planes and mass transit were extended, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Should we have a national memorial day for 1 mill…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 10, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The coverage is hard to watch, but news outlets need to continue

Poynter Ukraine coverage is critical; for the world to witness what is happening and to make sure it remains committed to the people of Ukraine. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The coverage is hard to watch, but …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 10, 2022 at 10:59 AM

Nuclear war fears lead to a rush to buy potassium iodide pills

Poynter Plus, how to approach today’s inflation figures, travelers are getting hesitant, big spiders are spreading to the East Coast, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Nuclear war fears lead to a rush to bu…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 1:14 PM

“It’s a huge deal.”

Poynter Are you covering American Rescue Plan $$?   Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What is it? How does it work? How should you cover it? We have some guidance. “It’s a huge deal.” That’s what Lisa Reijula t…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The New York Times joins other outlets in leaving Russia

Poynter Independent Russian media outlets have already been shut down. International media operating in Russia now have some tough decisions to make, too. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The New York Times become…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 9, 2022 at 10:59 AM

Can the US increase oil fast enough to offset Russian imports?

Poynter Plus, who else uses Russian oil, the many other ways high gasoline will cost you, the state of US natural gas production, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Can the US increase oil fast enough to off…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 5:00 PM

Picking the right words

Poynter Whether it's in your reporting about Ukraine or public safety in your community, word choice can lead to othering by reinforcing unconscious bias Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Whenever Poynter hosts a trai…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Russia’s propaganda machine works to keep citizens in the dark

Poynter Two stories show just how disheartening and frustrating it is to see Russians in complete denial about the invasion of Ukraine. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Russia’s propaganda machine works to keep ci…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 8, 2022 at 11:00 AM

US gasoline prices hit an all-time high

Poynter Plus, oil prices crush airlines as jet fuel prices spike, a state surgeon general advises against vaccines for healthy children, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   US gasoline prices hit an all-time …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 7, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The grim consequences of Russia’s media blackout

Poynter Not only is Russia keeping its citizens in the dark about Ukraine, but Putin is actually keeping himself and Russian leaders in the dark, as well. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The grim consequences of …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM

The astonishing rise of gasoline prices — with more increases this week

Poynter Plus, grain prices are also skyrocketing, millions of doses of COVID drugs for immunocompromised people sit unused, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The astonishing rise of gasoline prices — with m…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

March 6, 2022 at 6:15 PM

What students need from you now

Poynter A visit to Cal State Northridge yielded new insights about college students and their experiences Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Yours truly, attempting to shape young minds. (Photo courtesy of Shannon …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 4, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Journalism recommendations for your weekend

Poynter Plus, RT America ceases productions, ‘The Daily’ adds another host, the Paralympics get underway today in Beijing, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Journalism recommendations for your weekend …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 4, 2022 at 11:00 AM

More rural hospitals will close in 2023

Poynter Plus, the NFL suspends all COVID-19 protocols, an anti-vaccine doctor pleads guilty to Jan. 6 charges, space junk will hit the moon, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   More rural hospitals will close…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 3, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The latest notable journalism from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Poynter It has now been a week since Russia invaded Ukraine. Wednesday’s headlines continued to paint a grim picture. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The latest notable journalism from Russia’s invasion of Ukrain…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 3, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Inside the White House’s new National COVID-19 Preparedness Plan

Poynter Plus, game-changing COVID-19 pills are now plentiful, a new virus mutation was found in Canadian deer, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Inside the White House’s new National COVID-19 Preparedness P…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

March 2, 2022 at 2:29 PM

$2M for local investigations 😮

Poynter Plus how to support journalists in Ukraine  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Shutterstock Reasons your newsroom isn’t doing investigative journalism: There’s no time There’s no money There’s no t…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 2, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The media’s coverage of a surreal State of the Union address

Poynter Biden’s remarks about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war with Ukraine resonated and drew a rare bipartisan ovation. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The media’s coverage of a surreal State of the Union …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 2, 2022 at 11:00 AM

CDC: The majority of US children have had COVID-19

Poynter Plus, discouraging news about vaccine effectiveness for children, Americans say COVID-19 is not under control, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   CDC: The majority of US children have had COVID-19 …

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 3:51 PM

Watch out for these 6 hoaxes about Russia's invasion

Poynter Plus, alumni news and moves, data workshops, ethics coaching, job postings and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   As news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine spread across the world, misinformation quickly fo…

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  Alex Sujong Laughlin, The Cohort · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 1:29 PM

These are the new rules of Slack

Poynter Sisi Wei on fostering a more humane digital workspace  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. (Shutterstock) In our last issue, I wrote about the implications of journalism’s “always-on” culture and how it’s localized…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Grim images and reports continue in Ukraine

Poynter The news is constantly changing, and media coverage continues to shine a light on these horrific events.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Grim images and reports continue in Ukraine A child cries a…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

March 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM

The state of COVID-19 in the State of the Union

Poynter Plus, the state of hospitals and health care and schools, signs the public has moved on from the pandemic to the economy, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The state of COVID-19 in the State of the …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Heart-wrenching stories show the importance of media coverage in Ukraine

Poynter While nothing matches the bravery of Ukrainians, the journalists there also are risking their lives to tell the stories that the world needs to know. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Heart-wrenching storie…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 28, 2022 at 11:00 AM

How the Russian invasion of Ukraine will spread COVID-19

Poynter Plus, why the CDC's map just flipped, what new mask guidelines mean for travel, two more studies point to a market as COVID's birthplace, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   How the Russian invasion o…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

February 27, 2022 at 1:30 PM

Resources for the Ukraine/Russia conflict, remembering Kelley Lash

Poynter Plus, the masterful news lead you’ve been searching for, and an intellectual discussion about how to frame former strippers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Remembering Kelley Lash The college journalism wo…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 12:32 PM

CNN leads media coverage of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Poynter In two harrowing moments of coverage aired just minutes apart, CNN showed why it remains TV’s gold standard for fast-breaking international news. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   CNN leads media coverage o…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Why many people won't need masks after today

Poynter Plus, how to support Ukrainians during the Russian invasion, defense company stocks rise in wartime, gas prices are rising, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The CDC will revise mask guidelines toda…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 1:29 PM

Seek ethical sources for news on Ukraine and Russia

Poynter Plus, the enduring value of past stories and telling it like it is. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Let’s be real.   Poynter wouldn’t be the international hub for journalistic excellence without caring indiv…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Is White House press secretary Jen Psaki headed to TV?

Poynter If — or when — Psaki leaves the White House, she surely will be courted by TV. And it appears that courting has already begun. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Is White House press secretary Jen Psaki head…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 24, 2022 at 11:00 AM

A small, disorganized trucker convoy is heading for DC

Poynter Plus, TSA screenings hit a pandemic-era high, an ambulance ride will cost you more, FBI warns Russian ransomware cyberattacks possible, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A small, disorganized trucke…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

February 23, 2022 at 1:00 PM

From newspaper to newsletter

Poynter Former Capital Gazette editor on joining Meta’s Bulletin  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screenshot, Bulletin When he worked as the editor of the Capital Gazette, Rick Hutzell had a saying about the …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 23, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Do you believe in disappointment? A look at the Olympic ratings

Poynter These games saw the smallest prime-time audience for any Winter Olympics on record. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Good Wednesday morning. We all continue to monitor the situation in Ukraine, but the cri…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM

An unusual number of households are behind on utility bills

Poynter Plus, how much gasoline and natural gas prices will rise due to Russia's movements, the ‘immense fraud’ involving pandemic relief funds, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   An unusual number of househ…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 3:30 PM

How the ‘first rough draft of history’ can be reimagined

Poynter Plus, alumni news and moves, data workshops, ethics coaching, job posting and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   In a phrase now attributed to Alan Barth, an editorial writer at The Washington Post, journ…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 12:30 PM

The latest news from Europe has the world on edge

Poynter Here are some notable pieces about the Russia-Ukraine crisis, and where to find the best coverage as it unfolds. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The latest news from Europe has the world on edge …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 22, 2022 at 10:59 AM

Will COVID factor into Russia’s plans to invade Ukraine?

Poynter Plus, sanctions against Russia become clearer, COVID data reporting is starting to shut down, hospitals are slammed with backed-up surgeries, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Will COVID factor into …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 21, 2022 at 12:29 PM

The CNN controversy continues ... and it might not be done

Poynter More details are dripping out. Many involve former anchor Chris Cuomo and his brother, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The CNN controversy continues … and it might not b…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 21, 2022 at 10:59 AM

Thousands of people get COVID in the hospital

Poynter Plus, what 'red COVID' is, the concerning COVID trends around the globe, the soaring number of LGBTQ-identifying adults, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Thousands of people get COVID-19 each month…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

February 20, 2022 at 1:30 PM

What contest season means for student journalists

Poynter Take the time to honor your students’ work with an entry into a local, state or national journalism competition Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Shutterstock When I was an adviser, at some point early…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 18, 2022 at 11:00 AM

California is the first state to move to an endemic plan

Poynter Plus, what 'endemic' means, why $5/gallon gasoline is in sight, chicken wings cost 41% more, credit card balances are sky high, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   California is the first state to mov…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

February 17, 2022 at 3:07 PM

That sounds like a T-shirt

Poynter How a St. Louis anchor turned a racist call into something good Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screen shot, Very Asian Foundation Between the 6 and 10 o’clock news, Michelle Li listened to the voicem…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 17, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Looking back at two stories you should not miss

Poynter Whenever you think things might calm down to a light simmer, the pot boils over with major media news. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Looking back at two stories you should not miss (AP Photo/Ro…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM

What to expect in the CDC’s upcoming new mask guidelines

Poynter Plus, Texas AG sues to end mandatory masking on airlines, Coachella and Stagecoach festivals relax restrictions, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What to expect in the CDC’s upcoming new mask guide…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 16, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Why Sarah Palin's loss against the NYT is good for journalism

Poynter Her double loss makes it more likely that she’ll lose on appeal and protects against harassing libel suits that could hamstring journalism. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sarah Palin suffers a one-two pu…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

February 16, 2022 at 11:00 AM

A cure for HIV? A third patient is reportedly ‘cured.’

Poynter Plus, getting vaccinated during pregnancy provides infant protection, why we don't know how much 'free' COVID tests actually cost, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A cure for HIV? A third patient i…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Break down the big stories

Poynter Ethical considerations for covering Ukraine, data skills for covering stimulus funding, best practices for covering political disinformation and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Breaking down the big st…

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  Alex Sujong Laughlin, The Cohort · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 1:29 PM

Our Slack notification anxiety is actually really dark

Poynter The burden of “always on” culture does not fall on journalists equally  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. (Shutterstock) Last year during the Olympics, workplace messaging platform Slack ran an ad that featured i…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

February 15, 2022 at 12:31 PM

Sarah Palin’s case against The New York Times is thrown out

Poynter But what happens now? The jury is still deliberating. And regardless of how the jury comes back, expect Palin and her team to appeal. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sarah Palin’s case against The New Yor…

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