Researchers argue that news media have failed to critically scrutinize Big Tech's impact on society. Alexandra Schwinges suggests a 'software update' for journalism, focusing on data journalism and cross-border collaboration to safeguard democratic values like transparency and accountability.
A multi-year study found that cashless fare systems can exclude lower-income riders due to lack of access to smartphones, internet, and banking services. Maintaining cash options can mitigate this issue, offering a more equitable solution for all riders.
Researchers surveyed 1,554 people to understand how message framing affects perceptions of zoonotic diseases. They found that liberals were more likely to accept evidence for the wildlife origin of COVID-19, while conservatives had mixed results with different frames.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalFrontiers in Communication·DateJun 2, 2021