Wikipedia News Desk

When you think of Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia built by volunteers around the world. Also known as the world’s largest crowd-sourced reference, it’s not just a static site—it’s a living project shaped by thousands of editors, policy debates, and tech updates every week. Behind the scenes, the Wikimedia movement, the global network of volunteers, chapters, and organizations supporting Wikipedia is constantly adjusting rules, tools, and priorities. From new anti-vandalism bots to changes in how edits are reviewed, these shifts affect every article you read.

Editor trends are shifting too. Fewer people are joining as regular contributors, while more focus is going into fixing bias, improving citations, and fighting misinformation. Meanwhile, events like Wikimania, the annual global gathering of Wikipedia editors and developers reveal what’s next—whether it’s better mobile tools, AI-assisted editing, or new ways to involve non-English communities.

Here, you’ll find clear, no-nonsense updates on what’s actually changing on Wikipedia—not rumors, not hype. Just what’s happening, why it matters, and who’s driving it.

Leona Whitcombe

Closing AfD Discussions on Wikipedia: How Closers Evaluate Consensus

Learn how Wikipedia administrators evaluate consensus during the AfD process and why quality arguments beat the number of votes in article deletion discussions.

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How to Use Wikipedia Pageviews for Academic Research and Teaching

Learn how to leverage Wikipedia Pageviews for academic research and teaching to track public interest and enhance digital humanities projects.

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Writing Long-Form Journalism About Wikipedia: Feature Writing Best Practices

Master the art of long-form journalism about Wikipedia. Learn how to turn edit logs into narratives and technical data into human-centric feature stories.

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How to Cross-Check Wikipedia Facts Using Multiple Sources

Learn a professional strategy for cross-checking Wikipedia facts. Use the triangulation method and source hierarchy to ensure content quality and accuracy.

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How Wikipedia Stops Misinformation During Breaking News

Discover how Wikipedia uses a mix of human moderators, automated bots, and strict sourcing rules to stop misinformation during breaking news events.

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Common Wikipedia Bot Tasks: Automating Typos, Templates, and Maintenance

Explore the essential role of Wikipedia bots, from fixing mass typos and updating templates to fighting vandalism and organizing categories.

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Wikipedia's Biographies of Living Persons Policy: A Guide to BLP Rules

Master Wikipedia's Biographies of Living Persons (BLP) policy. Learn about notability, sourcing, and how to avoid bans when writing about living people.

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Wikipedia Controversies: A Timeline of Major Governance Conflicts

Explore the history of Wikipedia's biggest governance battles, from edit wars and NPOV disputes to the tension between volunteers and the Wikimedia Foundation.

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How Wikipedia Updates Its Code: A Guide to Tech Community Governance

Explore how Wikipedia manages its technical infrastructure and code deployments through a unique blend of open-source community governance and professional oversight.

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Fighting False Biography Claims on Wikipedia: How to Fix Your Page

Learn how to handle and repair false biography claims on Wikipedia. Discover the best strategies to remove lies and protect your online reputation effectively.

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Why People Edit Wikipedia: A Deep Dive into Contributor Motivations

Explore the psychological and social drivers behind Wikipedia contributions. Learn why volunteers spend thousands of hours editing and how community demographics shift.

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WikiProject Women in Red 2025 Events Schedule: Closing the Gender Gap on Wikipedia

Explore the WikiProject Women in Red 2025 events schedule, focusing on edit-a-thons and strategies to close the gender gap on Wikipedia through sourced biographies.