P-22, the iconic mountain lion that lived in the heart of Los Angeles, has sadly passed away. He was beloved by many, and although we will miss him, his legacy lives on in the form of the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, which is a testament to how P-22 inspired and encouraged people to think differently about urban wildlife and the need to protect and conserve it. His story is a reminder that despite the hustle and bustle of modern life, nature will always find a way to survive. Read full article here
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Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
Merv
February 1, 2023
