Rent control and stabilization policies: 4 studies to know
U.S. cities are increasingly turning to rent regulation ordinances to help tenants stay in their homes. Is that a good idea? Here’s what the research says.
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When public officials spread health misinformation, be quick to point it out: A tip sheet
Some politicians, public officials and a handful of physicians are spreading misinformation. It’s important for journalists to debunk falsehoods high up in their stories, avoid false balance, and dig into the motives.
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Should kids need parental consent to get the COVID-19 vaccine? Here’s what the research says
Parental consent laws vary by state by the type of health care service. This piece brings you an overview of the issue and lists several studies and resources to help you with your reporting.
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Covering scientific consensus: What to avoid and how to get it right
Three researchers explain how journalists can use scientific consensus to bolster their coverage and battle misinformation about public policy topics.
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Researchers use decades of Wall Street Journal articles to predict stock market returns
Culling decades of Wall Street Journal articles, researchers created a new way to gauge stock performance that matches well to real returns.
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6 tips for reporting on supply chain disruptions during Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the holiday shopping season
Three supply chain management researchers offer advice for how journalists can add context to their reporting. Plus: A reference guide with the links and sources cited here.
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New research links racism to higher preterm birth rates in Black women
Two new studies add to the mounting evidence that racism — including the legacy of redlining — has an impact on preterm birth rates in the U.S.
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Econofact: Another great source for getting up to speed on newsy economic policy topics
If there’s an economics topic you’re rusty on, you’re going to want to check out what academic researchers have to say about their work via our friends at Econofact.
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How the Internet of Things poses a threat to journalists
A cybersecurity researcher discusses the IoT devices journalists might encounter at work and at home — and how these devices can threaten their work and wellbeing.
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7 tips for finding local stories in The Lancet’s 2021 health and climate change report
Even for journalists who don’t typically cover climate change, the Lancet Countdown reports are a treasure trove of story ideas that can help explain how extreme weather events affect personal health.
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