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Ailing US newspapers feel new pain from newsprint tariffs
As newspapers reel from the current economic landscape, many have already been making hefty newsroom cuts
Tech giants increasingly set the news agenda
As newspapers’ financial woes deepen, most revenue from online news in the US is going to five big tech companies.
Future uncertain for Sapa staff, as industry tributes pour in
Despite management’s assurances, it has emerged that many Sapa staff were unaware that they would be retrenched and have to reapply for their jobs.
Broadcasting: A reality check, thanks to Tim ‘n Koos
Who has the best primetime news, e.tv or SABC3? Charles Leonard, who had stints as news editor at both stations, gives his view.
‘Robot’ news reporter tells a grim story
The ramifications of algorithms turning data into words rings warning bells for the news industry, writes Emily Bell.
Global news agencies boycott Australian cricket
Global news agencies have boycotted coverage of the first cricket Test between Australia and NZ starting because of conditions imposed by organisers.
Africa for Africans, by Africans
A new agency aims to change who tells the continent’s story and how it is told, writes Ferial Haffajee.