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How the media attempted to explain the Higgs boson
As sober scientists openly wept at the ‘discovery’ of the Higgs boson yesterday, the media world began the difficult task of explaining the findings’ significance Read more »
How the media view military intervention in Syria
The international press has debated the question of military intervention in Syria from a myriad of different perspectives. We present a roundup of views from across the globe Read more »
Comedian Stephen Fry backs Twitter ‘joke’ court case
Stephen Fry lent his support to Paul Chambers who is seeking a High Court ruling to overturn his conviction for sending a ‘joke’ tweet about blowing up Robin Hood airport Read more »
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Connecting people, improving lives: FrontlineSMS relaunches
FrontlineSMS relaunched in London on Monday, with a new service aimed to support the work of NGOs increasing access to information in some of the remotest parts of the world Read more »
Downing Street orders ministers to curb Leveson comments
Media monitor, June 19: Downing Street has ordered ministers to refrain from commenting about the Leveson inquiry after deciding that a ‘running commentary’ would be ‘unhelpful’ Read more »
Rebekah Brooks in court over hacking scandal
Media monitor, June 11: Rebekah Brooks, a trusted confidante of Rupert Murdoch, appears in a London court today accused of hindering a police investigation into phone hacking Read more »
Tim Minchin on the importance of good journalism
Tim Minchin, the Australian-born actor and comedian, sent a video message of support for The Journalism Foundation, communicating his thoughts on why journalism is currently at a crossroads Read more »
Ten key facts and figures from news:rewired
On Friday, the news:rewired – full stream ahead conference took place at MSN headquarters in Victoria, London. We have assembled ten key facts and figures from the conference Read more »