How to Properly Plan for Our Planet’s Uncertain Future
A New York Times column on the climate set off yet another dangerous tempest of exaggeration and simplification.
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Gender at the ‘New York Times’: The Most Comprehensive Analysis Ever
At the paper of record, female bylines only appear on about one-third of all stories.
Requiem for ‘The Washington Post’
Superstar journalists appear to be leaving in droves. Big deal. All is well as long as the Post—or any other firm or place—continues to refine raw talent.
From Russia With PR: How Vladimir Putin’s Firm Places Op-Eds in American Publications
Commentaries published on CNBC.com and the Huffington Post were written by seemingly independent professionals but placed on behalf of the Russian government by its PR firm, Ketchum.
Kings and Commoners: The Great Diversity of the America’s Cup
A look back at the influential history of one of the sporting world's most elite events, which has also managed to attract attention from the masses.
Personal Finance Tip: Don’t Get Sick, Injured, or Hurt in America
Why are common medical procedures so expensive in the United States?
The Price of Fame for Performers and Athletes: Shorter Lives
An analysis of obituaries suggests high-achieving individuals tend to live longer than average—except for performers and athletes.
Today in Dubious Trends: Are Spaniards Really Resorting to Eating Garbage?
Yesterday, a prominently placed story in the New York Times claimed that Spain’s economy has gotten so bad,…
Take Your Time Reading Online
Readers are willing to spend more time with a story online instead of the print version, a senior…