Journalism & Media

"EPA Can Keep Formaldehyde Health Assessment Under Wraps"

"The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has no obligation to share its study of the risks of inhaling formaldehyde with Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility, because the document sought is only a draft, a Washington federal court ruled."

Source: Bloomberg Environment, 06/22/2021

DOJ Double-Dribbles on Leak Subpoenas, As Probes Start

Leaks are a vital source of information for the news media, but shifting White House policy on pursuing the source of leaks has created confusion and worry among news practitioners. WatchDog Opinion calls for clearer signals from the Biden administration and renews support for a federal shield law to help journalists protect their sources.

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Drilling for Data on Offshore Wells

For reporters covering the long-standing conflict over offshore drilling, which erupted again this month after a federal judge blocked a halt to new leases, an Interior Department database offers a wealth of data about offshore wells. The latest Reporter’s Toolbox walks you through the maze of bureaucracy behind the database, and then provides detailed guidance on how to make the most of its info.

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June 25, 2021

DEADLINE: A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America — Fall 2021 Virtual Program

This twice-yearly virtual program on entrepreneurship and innovation for young journalists in Latin America is accepting applications until Jun 25 for the 15-week Fall 2021 program. Fellows receive ICFJ-led virtual orientation, professional virtual newsroom attachments, professional mentoring and a $1,700 grant for their digital project.

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June 30, 2021

DEADLINE: Religion Journalism Fellowships

Religion News Service (RNS) and IFYC invite recent graduates to apply by Jun 30 for the 2021-22 Religion Journalism Fellowship. The fellowship targets the intersection of religion and racial justice, where untold numbers of strong environmental stories await. $4,000 stipend, mentorship and more.

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August 30, 2021 to September 2, 2021

Science Journalism Forum 2021

A virtual multilingual global event where science journalists, writers, publishers, scientists, students and academia can share new ideas and thoughts in science journalism. The forum aims to empower all stakeholders with new tools that help them communicate, network and learn from their peers worldwide.

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June 21, 2021

Global to Local: Warming Stripes and Realtime Climate

Join Climate Central and Ed Hawkins of the University of Reading for a virtual discussion on how to use "warming stripes," Realtime Climate alerts and other resources to integrate localized climate data visualizations into stories and communications about climate-related events. 12 p.m. ET.

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