How a War in the West Exposed Western Media’s Honest View of the Global South
Western media made their biases against the global south abundantly clear in their racist reporting of the Russia-Ukraine war.
The Making of the Pandora Papers
In the largest international investigation ever, over 150 media organizations uncovered the secret offshore financial system of the global elite. Here’s how they reported it:
Western Media Portrays U.S. Military as ‘Savior’ of Afghan Women, Experts Disagree
Experts say politicians and media outlets have fixated on women’s rights in Afghanistan, and have neglected how the U.S. military has displaced women and families, painting the United States as a “savior.”
Western Media Covers Israel-Palestine Conflict with Pro-Israel Bias, Experts Say
Since May, various Western media outlets have faced criticism from academics and journalists over the recent coverage on Palestine. Experts say rigidity in newsrooms has contributed to biased coverage.
Destroyed Media Buildings Calls into Question Future of Press Freedom in Israel and Palestine
During the recent Israel-Palestine conflict three media buildings were destroyed, journalists were assaulted, and little information has been shared by officials. Free press experts said the violations set a dangerous precedent for press freedom in the region.
In Conversation With TED Science Curator David Biello
Image courtesy of David Biello “How do you navigate the bleeding edge of science?” This is one of the biggest challenges David Biello faces in communicating revolutionary scientific ideas to a wider public. Biello is the Science Curator for TED Talks, where he helps scientists
Scrutiny over Markle Coverage Increases Support for Ending Monarchy
During an interview with Oprah Winfrey earlier this year, Meghan Markle said she experienced unfair treatment from the royal family and UK tabloids. Public outrage after the interview has fueled calls for abolishing the monarchy.
Long Time, No See #14 – mRNA Vaccines
mRNA technology has been decades in the making and could change the way we treat and prevent various diseases, from HIV to cancer. Doctors Drew Weissman, David Diemert, and Van Morris explain the background and potential future uses of this microscopic technology.
Jen Psaki Completes First 100 Days as Press Secretary
As the Biden Administration crosses the 100-day mark, here is a review of the praise and criticism White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has received in her first 100 days on the job.
Military Junta in Myanmar Tries to Crush Free Press and Dissent
The military junta in Myanmar has attempted to violently curtail the free press and silence opposition. Local activists have slammed reporting by international media for legitimizing the regime, and have asked for the U.N. to intervene.