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Investigative journalism best-practice

Investigative journalism: Avoiding common mistakes
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Dealing with suspects as news sources

Sources are one of the most valuable resources for a journalist. They need to be handled with care in order to build trust and gain knowledge.
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The investigative journalism mindset

The investigative mindset is responsible for solving more information mysteries than probably any other factor. If you haven’t started writing down your best strategies now might be the time to start.
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Tips for investigative journalism

This article looks at some of the main points to consider when producing a piece of investigative journalism.
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AI and investigative journalism

The landscape of investigative journalism is undergoing a significant transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a powerful ally for reporters.
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Tool: Motive, veracity, and security (MVS) matrix

This free Media Helping Media matrix is designed to help journalists assess the risks and benefits of investigating a tip-off or a leak.
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How to investigate official documents

The investigative journalist never takes things at face value. They probe and question in order to get to the truth, especially with official
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Why would anyone want to talk to a journalist?

An investigative journalist has to encourage people to share information that they had previously withheld.

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Introducing a converged news operation is rarely easy. Those trying to introduce changes in workflows, roles and responsibilities are often met with resistance.

Translation in journalism

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