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The 418 • 19 implied HN points • 01 May 24
📰 News Upcoming Events
  1. The post is about an upcoming release on the418.substack.com by Shayne O'Sullivan in May 2024.
  2. There are options to subscribe, share on Facebook, and email the post.
  3. The post includes a link to Shayne O'Sullivan's profile on Substack.

Smoke on the Water

Unbound • 600 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
📰 News Environment Politics Media Disaster Community
  1. Accidents like the train derailment in Ohio can have long-lasting and terrible effects on communities.
  2. There is a growing sense of uneasiness and concern over industrial mishaps, shortages of goods, and global tensions.
  3. The media focus on perceptions and ideas rather than on reporting on actual events, leading to a loss of trust in institutions.

Parental responsibility and five more school safety issues this week

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 39 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
📰 News School Safety Gun Violence Data Breach
  1. Parents can be held criminally liable if their child uses a gun purchased by them in a school shooting.
  2. Some states lack laws penalizing gun owners if a child accesses their firearms, leading to legal challenges in holding parents accountable.
  3. School safety issues extend beyond shootings to include threats, fake alarms, and data breaches, highlighting the need for comprehensive security measures and transparency in tech used by educational institutions.
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Subscriber giveaway – October 2023

Murray Bridge News • 78 implied HN points • 16 Oct 23
📰 News Local news Community events
  1. Murray Bridge News is giving away a prize pack to one of their paying subscribers.
  2. The prize pack includes a family pass to Monarto Safari Park, DVDs, books, a movie pass, and Murray Bridge News merchandise.
  3. To have a chance to win, subscribe to a paid subscription by a certain date or maintain an existing subscription.

Talking about objectivity and representation in journalism with Amna Nawaz

Science Forever • 79 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
📰 News Journalism Representation Objectivity Media Truth
  1. Journalists bring their whole selves to their work, which includes their lived experiences and perspectives, improving storytelling and representation.
  2. The evolution of journalism includes a shift towards more diverse voices and perspectives, challenging the traditional norms set by a homogenous group in the past.
  3. Objectivity in journalism is important, but the process towards the truth is a collective effort involving diverse backgrounds and experiences, akin to the process of scientific consensus.

More than half of River Murray boaties break the rules, crackdown suggests

Murray Bridge News • 39 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
📰 News Safety Compliance Regulations Australia
  1. More than half of River Murray boat users broke rules during an Australia Day long weekend blitz by Marine Safety SA.
  2. Violations included speeding, not carrying safety gear, getting too close to swimmers, and boating without a license.
  3. Marine Safety SA stopped and warned/fined roughly 800 boats across River Murray during the weekend.

✍️ New Jobs and Trust In Mainstream Media ✍️ — March 20

Inside The Newsroom • 78 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
📰 News Media Journalism Trust Debate Jobs
  1. The debate discussed trust in mainstream media, highlighting the importance of critical consumption of news sources.
  2. The need for collaboration and tolerance among different news organizations to enhance trust and strengthen the media landscape.
  3. Mainstream media must prioritize truth and accuracy over financial gains to restore trust from the public.

Qiqihar Gym Roof Collapse Leaves Thousands Mourning

Chinarrative • 78 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
📰 News Tragedy
  1. The roof collapse at a school gym in Qiqihar, China, killed 11 people during a volleyball practice due to construction materials being piled illegally and waterlogged, leading to immense strain on the roof.
  2. The rescue effort in the aftermath involved hundreds of volunteers and professionals, facing challenges like debris, waterlogged perlite, and unknown locations of trapped individuals.
  3. The community mourned the loss of promising young athletes, with memories shared of the victims and tributes laid at the school gate for those who lost their lives.

To Tell the Truth

The Newsguy -- Steve Herman • 78 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
📰 News Journalism Media Politics Books
  1. Lewis M. Simons, an award-winning journalist, played a role in ousting a dictator with his reporting.
  2. Foreign correspondents like Simons work long hours in challenging conditions to bring important stories.
  3. Maintaining work-life balance and mental health is a significant challenge for journalists, and skepticism towards journalism is a growing concern.

A military and civilian aviation veteran explains Wednesday night's crash

Unreported Truths • 100 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
📰 News Aviation Accidents Military Regulations Safety
  1. The crash was influenced by multiple failures in communication, coordination, and pilot training. Better planning and checks could have prevented it.
  2. Weather conditions, like strong winds, played a significant role in the incident. These factors made flying more complicated for both the helicopter and the airplane.
  3. The helicopter was flying higher than allowed, which was a big mistake. Following the set altitude rules could have avoided the crash completely.

New Year Open Thread and Subscriber Exclusive Video (2026)

The Corbett Report • 4 implied HN points • 05 Jan 26
📰 News Media Journalism Opinion Community Membership Video
  1. A New Year greeting invites readers to share their hopes, expectations, fears, and plans for 2026 in an open thread.
  2. Paid members can log in to comment and watch a subscriber-only video that demonstrates new membership management features. Non-members are encouraged to sign up and can contact support for login help.
  3. The site is reader-supported and asks people to subscribe or otherwise support the work to help keep independent media growing.

New R-12 school, main street changes and more planned in Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge News • 39 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
📰 News Local news Community Engagement City Development Population Growth
  1. Murray Bridge in Australia is preparing for significant population growth and planning major changes like new schools and street renovations.
  2. In the short term (zero to five years), there are plans to improve infrastructure like water sports parks, rezoning for development, and renovating the swimming pool.
  3. In the long term (10+ years), Murray Bridge is considering a new ring road, expanding Mobilong Prison, and space for up to 19,000 new homes as the population grows.

Daily Chartbook #396

Daily Chartbook • 235 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
📰 News
  1. The post is for paid subscribers only, you can click the subscribe link to access it
  2. The Daily Chartbook #396 covers the day with 30 charts for readers to catch up on
  3. Images included in the post provide visual aids to complement the information

Finnish pre-teen has the same profile as US school shooters

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 19 implied HN points • 06 Apr 24
📰 News School Shootings Gun Policy Bullying
  1. A Finnish 12-year-old school shooter showed similarities to US school shooter profiles, highlighting the commonality between different countries.
  2. Handguns are a significant challenge for school security due to their concealability and difficulty to detect, requiring extensive screening measures to prevent incidents.
  3. Prevention of school shootings involves limiting access to both handguns and rifles, as well as spotting warning signs early to intervene effectively and avoid crisis escalation.

The Epstein Files - John Does Identified

The Reactionary • 263 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
📰 News Scandal Allegations Connections
  1. Important John Does involved in Epstein scandal are identified and allegations are revealed.
  2. Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew, and other well-known figures connected to Jeffrey Epstein have been accused of misconduct.
  3. New information continues to surface regarding the Epstein case, with more names and allegations expected to be revealed.

Articles You'll Want to Read

OK Doomer • 69 implied HN points • 28 Feb 25
📰 News Current Events Politics Health Environment
  1. It's hard to keep up with all the news because there are so many updates happening every day. Important information can easily get overlooked.
  2. There's a need for news that offers context and is presented less frequently so we can process it better. Fast news can be overwhelming.
  3. To help people stay informed without the chaos, a new news roundup will provide important stories and analysis in a more digestible way.

✍️ New Journalism Jobs and Will TikTok Be Banned? ✍️ — March 27

Inside The Newsroom • 58 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
📰 News Tech Privacy Policy Social media Regulation
  1. TikTok is facing bans in multiple countries due to concerns about data privacy and ties to the Chinese government.
  2. The social media industry, including TikTok, is under scrutiny for data privacy issues that are not unique to TikTok alone.
  3. Calls for stronger regulation and oversight of social media companies are growing to protect user data and online privacy.

Murray Bridge council CEO Michael Sedgman resigns

Murray Bridge News • 58 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
📰 News Local
  1. Murray Bridge council CEO Michael Sedgman has resigned after eight years in the job.
  2. He led significant projects for Murray Bridge's growth such as redevelopments and stormwater reuse schemes.
  3. Sedgman will move to a new role at the Adelaide city council in May, and Murray Bridge will appoint a replacement.

The Newsguy -- Steve Herman • 58 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
📰 News
  1. The post is about Steve Herman and his website: www.steveherman.press.
  2. There is a note that says 'This is The Newsguy -- Steve Herman.'
  3. The post includes options to share on Facebook and via email.

A gay icon is living in fear because of a Twitter meme

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 58 implied HN points • 17 May 23
📰 News Crime Social Issues Legal Media Coverage Public Figures
  1. A Twitter meme led to a lawsuit against a harm reduction advocate, sparking controversy and legal battles.
  2. The lawsuit against the meme-maker, 'Doe 1,' resulted in attempts to uncover their identity, drawing attention to the meme.
  3. The anonymous meme maker used satire to criticize harm reduction efforts, leading to a legal battle over free speech rights.

Twitter Makes Journalism And Academia Look Terrible

Dilan’s Newsletter • 58 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
📰 News Journalism Academia Twitter Social media Fact-checking
  1. Twitter can lead to journalists spreading inaccurate information when rushing to provide quick hot takes.
  2. Journalists and academics engaging in Twitter fights with insults and profanity can harm their professional reputation.
  3. Academics on Twitter may misrepresent their expertise, leading to a loss of trust in academic institutions.

BREAKING: HBS professor placed on "administrative leave" following bombshell investigation into fake data

Karlstack • 337 implied HN points • 17 Jun 23
📰 News Investigation Academic Fraud Publication
  1. HBS professor under investigation for fake data is placed on administrative leave and faces paper retractions
  2. Investigation team of academics uncovered evidence of fraud and requested retraction of papers
  3. Fraudulent papers are likely to be extensive, with at least four retractions and potential for more

The state of The Path Not Taken

The Path Not Taken • 220 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
📰 News Current Events Opinion Media Academia Social media
  1. The author has gained over 1,200 subscribers from 58 countries for their Substack on politics and academics.
  2. In 2023, the author focused on topics like low liberalism, freedom of speech, and reviewed books on academia.
  3. The author plans to continue writing about politics with a focus on institutional theory in 2024 and asks for recommendations to help grow their Substack.