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Archive for March, 2008
Hacks’ funny freebies: Ann McFerran on Madhur Jaffrey’s mangoes
Read Robyn Rosen’s feature on journalists’ bizarre booty here
Jason Bennetto on reporting 7/7
There is more media coverage of terrorism than ever before, and some newspapers are introducing correspondents to report specifically on terrorism issues. Here, Jason Bennetto, former Independent crime editor, talks about what it was like to report on the 7/7 bombings
To read Lucy Higgins’ report into the role of terrorism reporters, click here
More stringers to benefit from City sponsorship
City will fund three more stringers from war-torn countries to study journalism in 2008-09, following the success of this year’s sponsorship initiative, writes Robyn Rosen.
Ann McFerran alone in Sierra Leone with David Beckham
City’s Ann McFerran was the only journalist to accompany David Beckham to Sierra Leone on his first trip as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador in January, writes Rebecca Clark
New acting dean for the School of Arts
Professor Howard Tumber, who has written at length on the sociology of journalism, was appointed acting dean of the School of Arts in January this year, writes Sophie Haydock.
Journalism superhero: Sarah Boseley
Journalism doesn’t have a reputation as the most ethical industry. But idealism isn’t dead. Many journalists are showing commitment and passion. Sophie Haydock speaks to Sarah Boseley, Guardian Health Editor
Read Sophie’s feature on journalists who are changing the world – with contributions from Michael Williams, Julie Bindel, Joanna Blythman and Adam Ma’anit – here
Business journalism booms: the podcasts
The challenging economic environment has led to a boom in business and personal finance journalism. In this series of short podcasts, Chloe Markowicz explores how and why the finance pages are attracting readers beyond the Square Mile.
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Read Chloe’s feature on the boom in business journalism here
