Writing about think tanks and using their research: A cautionary tip sheet
2016 tip sheet that helps journalists navigate the big-money and often partisan world of think tanks.
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Arctic melt boosts northern trade routes, hurts Suez
The melting ice caps will not only impact our coastlines, but may radically alter international trade, a new study finds.
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What is the national debt? A reporter’s guide
Depending whom you ask, America’s debt is either a national crisis or a clever way the world’s richest country takes advantage of its global economic dominance. We explain.
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Are fracking and earthquakes really connected?
Scientists have linked the oil and gas industry to a rash of earthquakes in regions that previously saw few. But, contrary to popular belief, fracking itself is not the main cause.
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Do licensure exams help school districts pick good principals?
A licensure exam that educators in many states must pass to become school principals may be an ineffective means of predicting future job performance, a new study suggests.
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Holland’s legal prostitution zones reduce rape: New research
Dutch cities that regulate prostitution in dedicated areas see a dramatic decline in rapes and sexual assaults, a new study finds.
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Skilled foreigners with H-1B visas take U.S. jobs, but help reduce prices
Highly skilled foreigners are behind some of America’s most celebrated innovations. A new study suggests they drive down native workers’ wages, but benefit consumers overall.
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US emergency rooms fail to identify elder abuse
Older patients are diagnosed with elder abuse in less than 0.02 percent of emergency room visits, an indication that doctors may not be spotting signs of abuse.
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Investing in energy efficiency: Research on when it pays
Investments in efficiency are most cost-effective when electricity prices are highest. Smart meters are helping economists better estimate when electricity is needed to meet consumer demand.
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Polling Iran: What do Iranians think?
As American rhetoric on Iran heats up again, Iranian public opinion polls can bolster reporting. We offer guidance on finding and using polling data.
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