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Nonprofit Local News Gains Steam

PRSay

It was refreshing to hear Todd’s optimistic vision for a future in which a more independent news media will regain the public’s trust and return to covering local communities with a sense of shared values. At the same time, however, the advertising revenue that local news organizations have long counted on has continued to drop.

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PR Has Evolved Since First ‘Public Relations Handbook’ in 1967, but Some Values Are Timeless

PRSay

In our initial edition of the “Public Relations Handbook,” we discussed how one company had incredibly transmitted information via satellite from the United States to Japan, with a two-way, closed-circuit television between Tokyo and Chicago. Does anyone remember when satellite news conferences were cutting-edge?). million in 1974 to 24.3

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13 stories about the future of news

Stephen Waddington

Local news is most valued but is on life support. Television news and online sources have seen significant upticks against a trend of decline. But in both these countries a significant minority are now taking out more than one subscription, often adding a local or specialist publication. Print is down but digital is booming.

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How COVID-19 will impact PR practice and skills

Stephen Waddington

Investment and financial performance will drive the economic recovery, but this will need to be balanced with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. Radio, television and streaming are also holding up or growing. Our local BBC news programme and even the national idents are based on clips from social media.

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Faces & Markets of PRGN: Malaysia – The Future-Forward and Business Ready Market

Bianchi Biz Blog

Malaysia’s robust financial and banking sectors, pro-business policies, well-developed infrastructure, and government support make it an easy place to conduct business. Efforts to combat misinformation involve collaborative initiatives between the government, media entities, and civil society.

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Lockdown letter: fraying at the edges

Stephen Waddington

Local Facebook groups have a vigilante mood. Hardcore lockdowners are zealously following government guidance while lockdown dodgers are find excuses not to follow social distancing. Government adviser Professor Neil Ferguson from Imperial College London hasn’t helped. This isn’t a north versus south issue. It’s not helpful.

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Faces & Markets of PRGN: Hong Kong – Asia’s World City

Bianchi Biz Blog

Robust Economy : Hong Kong’s economy is characterized by its low taxation, minimal government intervention, and an established international financial market. This includes print newspapers, digital news sites, television, and radio stations. Understanding local customs, values, and sensitivities is crucial.