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15 top news creators and what you can learn from them

15 top news creators and what you can learn from them

From deep dive explainers to borderline influencers, these content creators have built formidable followings and some have even got the business model...

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Jacob Granger

Reporting on migration responsibly: Lessons from Ballymena riots for newsrooms everywhere

Reporting on migration responsibly: Lessons from Ballymena riots for newsrooms everywhere

How should the press engage with sources who are naturally distrustful of the media and vulnerable to violence?

06.08.2026 10

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Jacob Granger

Is local news actually hollowing out? We asked the people watching it happen

Is local news actually hollowing out? We asked the people watching it happen

A six-year study of Reach plc has put hard numbers on what many in local news have long suspected: that original, local reporting is being squeezed...

05.08.2026 10

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Marcela Kunova

Having a crisis of confidence? You're not the only one

Having a crisis of confidence? You're not the only one

Are we all faking it until we make it? A former BBC correspondent lifts the lid on her anxieties presenting live news and what you can do to feel more...

05.08.2026 10

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Jacob Granger

News experience is the next level of audience-first thinking

News experience is the next level of audience-first thinking

What newsrooms can learn from other media industries about competing in the age of experience

31.07.2026 10

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Dina Shatner

Beyond the CV: How to make yourself employable in journalism in 2026

If you want to land that interview, you'll need more than an AI-generated CV - employers want to see facts, initiative and a squeaky-clean LinkedIn...

30.07.2026 20

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David Spencer

Self-censorship on the rise: How legal threats are quietly rewriting UK news

As new defamation and privacy risks emerge, a new study reveals that under-resourced British newsrooms often retract stories rather than risk legal...

30.07.2026 20

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Marcela Kunova

Gen Z will save your newsroom - if you let them

Mental health, growth opportunities and strong editorial values are all non-negotiables for the generation of journalists coming through

28.07.2026 20

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Quentin Leboucher

TBIJ initiative aims to boost family court reporting in England and Wales

Despite new transparency rules, most family court hearings remain unreported as journalists struggle to find newsworthy cases and families cannot...

27.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

How the World Cup was really watched: Inside the data behind football's biggest live blogs

From Curaçao's historic goal to Spain's final glory, analysis of 1,362 World Cup live blogs reveals what kept 24 publishers' audiences hooked (it...

23.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

16 free sources of data on the media industry

Understand the latest trends facing the news sector, social media and more - perfect for journalists, speakers and students alike

22.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

What can you do to help street papers survive?

Street papers like The Big Issue have long provided income for people affected by homelessness. From content sharing to mentoring, this is how you can...

22.07.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

Who to follow: 30 journalists doing great work on TikTok (yes, TikTok)

Get inspired by these day-in-the-life videos, news updates, explainers, and behind-the-scenes clips from newsrooms

20.07.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

What can the news industry learn from other sectors about mental health?

Soldiers get aftercare and space for decompression after returning from the frontlines. Paramedics have also realised their own limits. But...

17.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

15 portfolio and publishing platforms for freelancers

Freelancers - 2026 is all about building your brand

15.07.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

Redundancy resilience: How to bounce back from losing your job

Ex-BBC exec David Thomas was made redundant twice and spent another 20 years coaching those going through the same pain: "Don't worry about having a...

14.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

A journalist's guide to job hunting in the age of AI

Don’t just show that you know how to use AI as a tool; show that you can do what AI cannot, say journalism experts

13.07.2026 20

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Diana Sierra

From Reuters reporter to freelance coach: Isabel Woodford

Thinking of going freelance? Former Reuters correspondent talks about why she took the leap into solo journalism and why she's now helping others do...

10.07.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

Who to follow: 75 media consultants to help your newsroom

There is a wise owl out there for any challenge your newsroom wants to solve, like coming up with a brand new social media strategy, improving...

10.07.2026 20

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Aninda Provati

A thank you to our community: JournalismUK wins Best B2B Newsletter Award

We are celebrating, but we won't get complacent: please continue to support our work to help us become the best we can be

09.07.2026 20

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Jacob Granger

Source Code stage notes: What journalists really want to know about the future of AI and news

Seven journalists talk about how AI is reshaping trust, money, and the newsroom - here are key takeaways from the Source Code event that brought...

07.07.2026 40

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Aninda Provati

Honest advice from journalism graduates: Five ways newsrooms can offer better work experience

Don't let students feel like a burden on busy editors, say recent work experience students

03.07.2026 30

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Aninda Provati

Advertorial: How many tabs does it take to publish an article?

WP Engine’s new Newsroom platform wants to close them all and give journalists back the time to do what they do best

02.07.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

Could the news industry pool mental health support like it does with its camera crews?

Psychotherapist and Sky News freelance producer James Scurry invites you to be part of an industry-wide intervention to break the cycle of trauma in...

01.07.2026 30

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James Scurry

Freelance collectives: How Sweden and Germany are reinventing the newsroom for independent journalists

Across Europe, journalist-led organisations like Stockholm's Blue Office and Berlin's Publix are reviving the sense of community, collaboration, and...

30.06.2026 20

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John Crowley

'Local media is stuck in a rut of negativity about its hometown'

After being made redundant from his job at Kent Online, Rhys Griffiths launched a Substack local newsletter to appeal to ex-Londoners settling down on...

30.06.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

Meet the TikTok news creator making science and history accessible

Constanza Paura has gained over 129,000 TikTok followers by turning history and science into engaging stories - and landed a job at National...

26.06.2026 30

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Diana Sierra

Australia banned under-16s from social media six months ago. Here is what it actually did to the news

An Australian publisher's view on the law the UK is about to copy, and the lessons worth learning before you do

26.06.2026 30

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Scott Purcell

Why your newsroom is worth more than you think — and how to prove it

Next time someone asks, tell them that $1 invested in journalism can generate more than $100 in public savings through reclaimed funds, improved...

24.06.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

What EUobserver's buyout can teach publishers about growing a subscription model

EUobserver's Alejandro Tauber opens up on challenges with subscription growth, the buyout that fixed it, and what it taught him about revenue

23.06.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

From bathroom to newsroom: My journey as a cleaner at the BBC to a journalist for them

The parallel between scrubbing the loos and working as a journalist is hard work and attention to detail

22.06.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

Flashscore's World Cup playbook: Creators, data-driven news and real-time scores

The live sports website has 125m monthly active users, and wants to net another 27m as the footballing nations take to the global stage

19.06.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

DNR 2026: Five key takeaways for UK news publishers

Here is how to tinker your newsroom strategy as Brits continue to be distrustful of news, unlikely to pay, but still value high-quality journalism

18.06.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

JUK audience survey: how are we doing?

Share your thoughts and be in with a chance to win a trending book

17.06.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

DNR: What audiences actually need from you right now

Practical tips for journalists and editors, drawing on the Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2026

16.06.2026 30

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Marcela Kunova

From digital accelerator to emergency crowdfunder: The New Internationalist's fight for survival

The independent news publication received a £30k digital innovation boost seven years ago, but the pandemic, steep production overheads and a...

15.06.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

40 essential newsletters every journalist should read

Want to keep your finger on the pulse of the journalism industry? Look no further than these best picks for your inbox

12.06.2026 40

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Marcela Kunova

How civic partnerships are powering local news: Lessons from El Tímpano’s playbook

Partnering with nonprofits and public agencies to reach underserved communities has become El Tímpano’s major revenue stream. Here’s how your...

11.06.2026 40

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Marcela Kunova

Watch: The Diary of a CEO's secrets to failing correctly

Setbacks aren't the end of the world - they can be stepping stones to success

04.06.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

Journalism as a performance: Why journalists are trading bylines for stage time

Discover how reporters are opting for theatre halls to immerse audiences in stories of disaster and displacement

03.06.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

"What happens when journalism, activism and content creation collide on platforms that were not built for any of the above?"

It's hard for journalists to stay objective and impartial in spaces built to reward strong opinions and clickbait content, but somebody's got to do...

02.06.2026 30

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Jacob Granger

SaySo news creator app offers a doomscrolling alternative

A curated, "finite" daily news content from 50 vetted creators and journalists aims to counter overwhelm and build trust with news

01.06.2026 50

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Jacob Granger

Is Britain getting better or worse? Inside Times Data

A new data team uses simple charts and colour-coded trends across 40 indicators to help readers make sense of the numbers

28.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

£12m Local News Fund: a drop in the ocean or the start of new beginnings?

I asked you about how you'd spent new government digital innovation money to keep local news in business and sent it to the DCMS - here's what I found...

27.05.2026 50

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Jacob Granger

How The Economist captures the young generation in the age of AI

The 180-year-old publisher is betting on video, streaming and artificial intelligence to win over younger audiences — and keep them

26.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

Deutsche Welle’s blueprint to testing and scaling a TikTok news account

Audience development manager Erika Marzano shares her test-and-tweak strategy that has led to 37 accounts and 3 billion views last year on the...

22.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

A reality check with creator-led news brands: How to make it on your own

Journalists-turned-entrepreneurs at London Centric, Millennial Masters and Democracy for Sale discuss 80-hour workweeks, thrifty tech stacks and...

21.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

Preparing for the second act of AI: agents, liquid content and AI deals

People are spending less time with news, and the way they consume it is changing rapidly. So what should publishers do about it?

20.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

How to doxx yourself: A practical guide for journalists

Do you really know how much of yourself is out in the open? Find out now with this step-by-step guide from Reach plc’s online safety editor, Rebecca...

19.05.2026 40

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Jacob Granger

Your questions answered: An AMA with Reddit and The Times

We embraced the popular Q&A format Reddit is known for to give you a platform-publisher perspective on this emerging space for news content and...

19.05.2026 60

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Jacob Granger