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Legal and Ethical Risks of Copying Wikipedia Text in News Articles
Copying Wikipedia text into news articles may seem harmless, but it carries real legal and ethical risks. Journalists who do this risk copyright violations, loss of credibility, and even lawsuits. Here's how to use Wikipedia safely-and why you shouldn't treat it as a source.
FOIA-Driven Journalism About Wikipedia: Documenting Government Interactions
FOIA-driven journalism is uncovering how governments quietly influence Wikipedia content. From subtle edits to hidden requests, these hidden interactions shape public understanding of policy-and demand transparency.
Journalist's Guide to Non-English Wikipedia Editions for International Reporting
Journalists can enhance accuracy by using non-English Wikipedia editions. Learn how to access, verify, and translate information while avoiding common pitfalls. This guide covers cultural context, translation tools, and practical tips for better reporting.
Wikinews Corrections Process: Transparency in Wiki Journalism
Wikinews corrects errors transparently by updating articles with clear notices, maintaining edit history, and involving community oversight. This process ensures accuracy while building reader trust in wiki-based journalism.
Where to Follow The Signpost on Social Media
Find out where to follow The Signpost, Wikipedia's independent newspaper, on social media for real-time updates on edits, policies, and community debates shaping the world's largest encyclopedia.
How Wikipedia News Coverage Shapes Editorial Decisions in Journalism
Wikipedia’s real-time edits influence how journalists verify and prioritize stories. While not a source, it acts as a barometer for public understanding-and shapes editorial decisions in subtle but powerful ways.
Solutions Journalism on Wikipedia: How Knowledge Equity Initiatives Are Changing Global Information
Solutions journalism on Wikipedia is transforming global knowledge by fixing systemic gaps in representation. Volunteers are creating articles about underrepresented women, Global South leaders, and Indigenous knowledge - turning the encyclopedia into a tool for equity.
How to Build a Newsroom Policy for Wikipedia Use and Citation
A clear policy for using Wikipedia in journalism helps prevent misinformation. Learn how to train reporters, verify sources, and avoid citing Wikipedia directly in published stories.
Notable Interviews and Investigations Published by Wikinews Reporters
Wikinews reporters have published groundbreaking interviews and investigations that expose corporate misconduct, election fraud, and suppressed data - all without ads or paywalls. Their work is transparent, verified, and built by volunteers.
The Challenge of Maintaining Journalistic Standards in Volunteer-Written News
Volunteer-written news sites like Wikinews offer open access to reporting but struggle with accuracy, bias, and verification. Without professional oversight, misinformation spreads faster than corrections.
How to Use Wikipedia Category Trees to Map Beats and Topics for Journalism Coverage
Use Wikipedia's hidden category trees to map journalism beats, uncover overlooked story angles, and build comprehensive coverage without wasting time on random searches.
Signpost Production Workflow: From Pitch to Publication
Discover how Signpost turns raw ideas into trusted news stories through a rigorous workflow that prioritizes accuracy over speed. From pitch to publication, every step is designed to build public trust.
