Germany’s Die Welt Group inaugurates new newsroom

Germany’s Die Welt Group of news publications has inaugurated its innovative new newsroom in parent company Axel Springer’s headquarters in Berlin.

12 news organisations protest kidnappings of journalists in Syria

Media representatives have sent a letter to leaders of the Free Syrian Army, calling for an end to the brutal treatment of journalists covering the country’s civil war.

Newcastle United Football Club to start charging media for access

In a landmark move, Newcastle United Football Club will begin charging media outlets for the right to talk to its players and staff.

Campus papers innovate to reach students with new digital solutions

University newspapers serve two functions: to inform and educate students, and to train future journalists. However, with these publications facing the same uncertain future as other print media, the hallowed institution of student reporting could become an endangered species as revenue decreases and schools face budgetary decisions.

Viral content raises red flags about importance of fact checking

In an era where intense competition for readers means getting out any and all content you can as fast as possible, fact checking seems to have become a secondary priority for some news organizations.

Washington Post becomes first newspaper to launch Google Chromecast extension

On Tuesday, The Washington Post officially launched its Google Chromecast extension. Chromecast, which Google launched this past July, is a small device that allows users to easily stream audiovisual content from their mobile devices or laptops to any High Definition television.

UN backs global alliance to help female journalists fight discrimination

After decades of international research confirming the marginalisation and abuse of women in the media, a newly formed, UN backed global alliance is promising action.

Putin dissolves state news agency to make media ‘more effective’

Russian President Vladimir Putin unexpectedly dissolved a state news agency, RIA Novosti, along with its radio affiliate, Voice of Russia, on Monday. The move, according to RIA Novosti, “appears to point toward a tightening of state control in the already heavily regulated media sector.”

Tech giants in the U.S. team up to demand surveillance reform

Eight major U.S. tech companies including Apple, Facebook, Google, Twitter and Yahoo have joined together to form the Reform Government Surveillance group. They have also published an open letter to U.S. President Barack Obama and members of Congress – urging for the reform of laws regulation government surveillance of individuals.

Ampp3d explores new ways to go viral

Trinity Mirror launched its latest online journalism project, Ampp3d, this week. The venture looks to use the format of viral news sites like BuzzFeed and Gawker, but change the content with verified news that matters.