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Americans turning more to local news since the COVID-19 crisis
During the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, research from Pew has shown that Americans are leaning towards local news sources instead of national ones.
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We're fighting the pandemic. Now it's time to eradicate the infodemic
Reliable information becomes vital during crises like the coronavirus pandemic. We all have a responsibility to disseminate accurate sources.
Better Business
Bigger and bolder: 20 years of supertall skyscrapers in one chart
From the Burj Khalifa to One World Trade Center, these are the world's tallest skyscrapers.
Civic Participation
Four lessons the COVID-19 crisis can teach us about data-driven storytelling
The coronavirus pandemic has shown us how data and storytelling can change human behaviour. Here's how we can use this powerful technique for social change.
Future of Media, Entertainment and Culture
This is how COVID-19 is affecting the advertising industry
Pre-coronavirus, the advertising market was forecast to grow to $865 billion by 2024. Not surprisingly, the pandemic has forced a rethink.
The Great Reset
COVID-19 has upended the media industry. This is how it can come back stronger
The media industry's role to inform, entertain and connect society is being tested by COVID-19. There is more trust than ever from consumers, but gaps remain. The post-pandemic media indu...
COVID-19
In pictures: how professional athletes have been keeping fit in lockdown
From pole vaulters to swimmers, skaters to cyclists, sportspeople haven’t let being stuck at home stop them from training during the coronavirus pandemic.
United States
Shaping the narrative: What role does the media play in forming public perception of protests?
Unrest has broken out in the US, following George Floyd's death in Minneapolis. But to what extent does the media shape public perception of the protects?
Future of Media, Entertainment and Culture
America's drive-in movie theatres are making a comeback during COVID-19
Drive-in movie theatres are seeing a boost in the coronavirus crisis, as safe ways for people to get the cinema experience.
COVID-19
This is how COVID-19 is affecting the music industry
The music industry has been hit hard by coronavirus. But it is finding ways to hit back - One World Together at Home and a rap concert on Fortnite have engaged millions.
COVID-19
This is how the film industry is fighting lockdown
This is how producers are innovating to make movies remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19
How COVID-19 has changed what we search for online
From ‘unemployment benefit’ to ‘how to make cocktails’, Google Trends reveals our online queries during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19
The 7 traits of conspiratorial thinking
Science misinformation and conspiracy theories have surged during coronavirus. This guide can help you identify them.
COVID-19
As football returns in empty stadiums, four graphs shows how home advantage disappears
The German Bundesliga has restarted - but in empty stadiums. Research shows the impact that home fans can have on the outcome of mathes.
COVID-19
How COVID-19 is taking gaming and esports to the next level
The COVID-19 lockdown has boosted revenues for gaming companies, streaming platforms and esports - and this indicates future transformations for the sector.