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John Wihbey
Assistant Professor of Journalism and New Media

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TMZ posted a photo of Liam Payne’s body hours after his death. What are journalism standards today?
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TMZ posted a photo of Liam Payne’s body hours after his death. What are journalism standards today?

TMZ received intense backlash for publishing a photo of Liam Payne’s body shortly after his death. Was it legal?
Why are UK media outlets adopting a ‘consent or pay’ approach?
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Why are UK media outlets adopting a ‘consent or pay’ approach?

Journalism faculty examine why British media outlets are adopting a “consent or pay” approach to readers wanting to opt out of cookies.
Social media invasion: Content creators flood the DNC. Speaking roster includes five influencers
A social media influencer on the DNC floor.

Social media invasion: Content creators flood the DNC. Speaking roster includes five influencers

The push from both parties to leverage “virality” to reach younger voters is looking less like experimental publicity than a campaign norm.
Expert advice: Coping strategies for navigating the 24-hour news cycle
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Expert advice: Coping strategies for navigating the 24-hour news cycle

With the advent of the 24-hour news cycle, we are constantly consuming media. But this information overload impacts our mental health.
With Joe Biden out of the race, Kamala Harris’ path forward ‘will not be easy,’ experts say
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With Joe Biden out of the race, Kamala Harris’ path forward ‘will not be easy,’ experts say

With President Joe Biden exiting the 2024 presidential race, Kamala Harris is now the presumptive Democratic nominee for president.
How will Google’s AI Overview impact its ad revenue? ‘They might be cannibalizing their own revenue stream,’ expert says
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How will Google’s AI Overview impact its ad revenue? ‘They might be cannibalizing their own revenue stream,’ expert says

Google's new AI-enhanced search engine could transform the web's structure; will it help Google remain the Information King?
Google, Meta and Ofcom reps to discuss the internet’s impact on democracy during conference at Northeastern’s London campus
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Google, Meta and Ofcom reps to discuss the internet’s impact on democracy during conference at Northeastern’s London campus

Google, Meta and Ofcom reps will meet on May 10 to discuss the the role of the internet in structuring democracy, society and markets.
Will gutted safeguards doom social media – and the election – in 2024?
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Will gutted safeguards doom social media – and the election – in 2024?

The social media landscape and its impact for the 2024 elections—experts share insights into the role of platforms and the challenges ahead.
Most Americans are concerned about AI’s impact on the 2024 presidential election, Northeastern survey finds
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Most Americans are concerned about AI’s impact on the 2024 presidential election, Northeastern survey finds

A survey conducted by the AI Literacy Lab found that 83% of respondents are worried about the spread of misinformation in the 2024 election.
Why did Ron DeSantis kick off his presidential campaign with Elon Musk and Twitter?
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Why did Ron DeSantis kick off his presidential campaign with Elon Musk and Twitter?

Ron DeSantis is announcing his candidacy in an unconventional way: on Twitter. Is it a strategic move or a misstep?