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October 21, 2025 at 4:40 PM

Communicators — get the credential that builds professional credibility

Communicators — get the credential that builds professional credibility Week of Oct. 20 - 26: Dive into editing standards and best practices, get newsletter news and more. ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌  …

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October 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Why 'your mom' from the White House press secretary matters

Poynter A reporter asked why Trump and Putin will meet in Budapest. Karoline Leavitt replied with a grade school joke, then bragged about it online. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   When the White H…

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October 20, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Sora 2 launched to doomsday headlines. How bad is it really?

Poynter OpenAI’s new video generator can create realistic clips of almost anything. While early results are often absurd, experts say the risks are real. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good mornin…

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October 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Indiana University faces free press controversy

Poynter The school's administration is learning that you might not want to mess with smart journalists and clever designers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Major controversy and hard knocks journa…

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October 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM

Africa’s fact-checkers push ahead as platforms pull back

Africa’s fact-checkers push ahead as platforms pull back Meeting in Senegal drew the continent together to strategize and compare notes ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ …

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October 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM

NBC News is laying off 150 people and asking some to reapply

Poynter No anchors are reportedly part of the 7% reduction, which comes as NBC and MSNBC finalize their split and the network reshapes its newsroom Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   NBC News is layin…

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October 15, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Get smart…🤓

Poynter (... about grant-funded reporting) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Fellowships, grants and philanthropy have grown into a fairly reliable way to support journalism and journalists. Last week, my colleague Me…

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October 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM

United media stands up against the Pentagon’s press restrictions

Poynter No major news outlet agrees to rules limiting reporting to authorized information, costing them access. Only OAN agrees. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A united media stands up against the…

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October 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Protect yourself from news cycle burnout.

Poynter Week of Oct. 13 - 19: Tips to cover mental health topics and promote your own well-being Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.     THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Get tools to manage stress; last chance to tr…

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October 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Q&A: Covering the ceasefire is only the beginning

Poynter Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst talks about the challenge of covering a fragile peace and the need to return to Gaza Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Q&A: For Fox News’ …

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October 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Politics cast a dark shadow over ‘SNL’

Poynter When the headlines already sound like sketches, the iconic show struggles to make politics funny Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Saturday Night … Lite? Politics cast a dark shadow over the …

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October 10, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The Pope calls for journalists to protect the truth

Poynter In a speech to media leaders, Pope Leo XIV said journalists are essential to truth, warning that disinformation threatens democracy. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The Pope calls for journ…

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  The International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

October 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM

As Stanford’s Trust and Safety Research conference opens, YouTube caves to House Republican attacks

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October 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM

The anti-censorship movement has an unlikely ally

Poynter After defending Jimmy Kimmel’s right to speak, Sen. Ted Cruz plans a bill to strengthen legal protections against government censorship Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The anti-censorship m…

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October 8, 2025 at 2:08 PM

Local Edition: When the sum > than the parts

Poynter A look at a newsroom of newsrooms Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Left to right: Francesca Dabecco, Mallory Falk and Maria Carter of City Cast Pittsburgh have an office at the Media Hub and use the studi…

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October 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Karen Attiah reflects on her controversial firing

Poynter The long-time Post columnist says she’s still processing what she calls a ‘betrayal’ from the paper she long championed Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Karen Attiah reflects on her controve…

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October 7, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Using AI? These tools protect your credibility.

Poynter Week of Oct. 6 - 12: Build transparency and audience trust with our AI resources, upcoming deadlines and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Build skills for safe and effective AI use…

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October 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM

What will Bari Weiss do at CBS News?

Poynter Her past may offer clues. She promises courage and truth. Her track record running The Free Press shows what that might look like. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   What will Bari Weiss do as…

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October 6, 2025 at 11:30 AM

MSNBC separates from NBC and has a new code of principles

Poynter The new network’s 10 core principles emphasize fairness, accuracy, transparency and firm limits on AI Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Today is MSNBC’s first day apart from NBC. Here is its …

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October 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Gallup poll: trust in media at all time low

Poynter Trust varies depending on a few factors, political affiliation and generation included. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Trust in media at an all-time low according to latest Gallup poll …

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October 2, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Pete Hegseth’s war on leaks reaches an absurd new level

Poynter Preapprovals, NDAs and polygraph tests — oh my! The Pentagon’s bizarre leak crackdown makes it harder for the press to inform the public. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Pete Hegseth’s war …

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October 1, 2025 at 9:19 PM

The future of The Poynter Report starts with your input 

Poynter Your feedback will shape how we cover the stories and trends shaping journalism   Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Hi , There’s no shortage of media news right now. We’re grateful you choose…

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October 1, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Comedians blast fellow comics for joining controversial festival

Poynter Critics say the event whitewashes a regime accused of silencing dissent and of killing Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Comedians blast fellow comic…

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September 30, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Connect the dots for your readers on climate and criminal justice

Poynter Week of Sept. 29 - Oct. 5: Cover climate rollbacks affecting utility bills and criminal justice touching half of U.S. women Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Airing live this October: le…

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September 30, 2025 at 1:01 PM

Reserve your Bowtie Ball tickets today 🎟️

Poynter Celebrate Jane Pauley in Tampa Nov. 15. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Join us at Poynter’s signature fundraising gala Hi ,  Haven't grabbed your Bowtie Ball tickets yet?  Now’s the time to rese…

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September 30, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl gig sparks as much buzz as the pick itself

Poynter The Super Bowl stage is global, and the Puerto Rican-born artist fits the bill. But the ensuing media storm shows the NFL knew what it was doing. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Bad Bunny i…

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September 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Jimmy Kimmel is back because money talks louder than politics

Poynter Sinclair and Nexstar said it was about values, but contracts and football rights made it nearly impossible to keep Kimmel off the air Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Jimmy Kimmel’s show is …

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September 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM

A TikTok deal ticks closer to done

Poynter The deal would keep TikTok alive in the U.S. — but raises questions about who will shape what millions of young users see. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A TikTok deal ticks closer to done…

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  The International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

September 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Fact-checking leaders discuss opportunities and pitfalls of AI

Fact-checking leaders discuss opportunities and pitfalls of AI ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌…

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September 25, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Jimmy Kimmel came back defiant. Viewers rewarded him.

Poynter The late-night host walked back onstage without apology, defended free speech and turned a suspension into record-breaking ratings Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Jimmy Kimmel came back def…

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September 24, 2025 at 6:42 PM

More reporting guides

Poynter Just here to help 🙂 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   When’s the last time you had to cover a new beat? It’s exciting. It’s daunting. And it’s sort of both at the same time. I’m starting to work with smart pe…

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September 24, 2025 at 4:31 PM

💡 Create a culture of innovation with our inaugural AI training

Poynter Week of Sept. 22 - 28: Poynter’s new self-directed certificate course to guide AI in your newsroom Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Lead AI implementation in your newsroom; final chance…

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September 24, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Jimmy Kimmel returns with defiant and empathetic monologue

Poynter Comedian criticizes Trump, praises Charlie Kirk's widow, warns against threat to press freedom Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Jimmy Kimmel returns to ABC with defiant and empathetic monolo…

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September 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Jimmy Kimmel is back tonight. Many questions remain.

Poynter Will he address the controversy? Apologize? Be pulled again if he says something the president dislikes? Will his return be celebrated or condemned? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Jimmy Ki…

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September 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Where does Trump’s escalating war on speech end?

Poynter The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show after FCC pressure shows how corporate power and political muscle are converging against dissent Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Trump’s escalating war…

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September 19, 2025 at 11:00 AM

The real reasons why Kimmel’s show is off the air

Poynter Government overreach and corporate capitulation collide once again. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The real reasons why Kimmel’s show is off the air Current FCC commissioner Bren…

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September 18, 2025 at 12:04 PM

Free speech worries mount as ABC pulls Jimmy Kimmel

Poynter After Colbert’s cancellation and now Kimmel’s suspension, critics warn that networks are bowing to political pressure on speech Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Free speech worries mount as …

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September 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Fave local reporters?

Poynter Tell me yours👂🏼 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   On Tuesday, I deleted Threads from my phone. And I vowed to stop looking at X. As so often happens when there’s an all-encompassing news cycle, I can get pulle…

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September 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Pam Bondi wrongly claims ‘hate speech’ isn’t protected

Poynter After Bondi vowed to target ‘hate speech,’ legal scholars and conservatives alike reminded her that US law protects even offensive expression Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Even conservati…

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September 16, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Edit and report with clarity in polarized times.

Poynter Week of Sept. 15 - 21: Get support and resources to cover critical moments Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Help to edit sensitive moments; connect Washington decisions to local stories…

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September 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Post columnist fired after posting about Charlie Kirk

Poynter Karen Attiah says she upheld journalistic values by condemning violence without ‘false mourning,’ but the Post told her she crossed the line Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A Washington Pos…

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September 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Where does divided America turn in these disturbing times?

Poynter In a polarized moment, Trump and his allies inflamed tensions, while rare voices turned to national media to plead for peace Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Where does divided America turn …

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September 12, 2025 at 11:01 AM

The haunting reach of political violence online

Poynter A divided nation reckons with the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the consequences of social media virality  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The haunting reach of political violence onlin…

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September 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Reactions to the shooting death of Charlie Kirk

Poynter The shooting drew immediate, wall-to-wall coverage and raw on-air reactions from prominent media voices Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Reactions to the shooting death of right-wing influen…

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September 10, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Amy Coney Barrett's third-term presidency comments draw media scrutiny

Poynter Her stance on the 22nd Amendment has sparked headlines and criticism. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Amy Coney Barrett’s answers about a third-term presidency spark media scrutiny …

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September 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM

Conference survival guide

Poynter Three+ tips 🙏 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hello from New Orleans, where I’m in town for my first ONA conference in five years. (I think the last time I got to come to an ONA was the last time it was in N…

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September 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM

🗓️ Training that fits your schedule, not the other way around.

Poynter Week of Sept. 8 - 14: Develop skills on your own terms with Poynter’s self-directed courses — ACES, Mental Health Reporting Project Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   THIS WEEK'S TL;DR:    Strengthen your edit…

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September 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Who is CBS News' new ombudsman?

Poynter He steps into a role created to safeguard fairness, though political questions linger Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Paramount named an ombudsman to oversee CBS News. Who is he? …

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September 8, 2025 at 11:30 AM

CBS lands rare interview with Justice Barrett

Poynter Her conversation with Norah O’Donnell touched on law vs. politics, but left big questions about trust in the court unanswered Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   CBS landed a rare Supreme Court…

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September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Vogue to switch to occasional print publishing frequency

Poynter Vogue’s new editorial lead pushes the storied magazine toward collectible print issues and a stronger digital push. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Say it ain’t so! Vogue will switch to an …

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