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Covering the Intersection of Journalism, Emerging Media and Blogging. Here you will find media industry news, as well as a selection of real-time headlines from PR Newswire.
Beyond Bylines - PR Newswire for Journalists
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April is Stress Awareness Month and as a professional, and a human, finding ways to deal with burnout or stress is critical to continue to function both in and out of work.
Journalists and public relations professionals face unique challenges that can hit hard. It’s important to be aware and have the tools to deal with stressors impacting your life.
Here are five suggestions to help you cope with stress whenever you feel it affecting you:
1. Set Expectations and Boundaries at Work
In a fast-paced job where deadlines to get news written and delivered are ti ..read more
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6d ago
From time to time, an industry or subject inspires us to create a best-of list. In case you’ve missed some, you can find them here. These are environmental news sites that produce out-of-this-world coverage in a crowded arena. If you think your site should be considered, give us a holler and tell us why.
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*Note: This is an updated version of a post originally published in 2021.*
On April 22, we’ll celebrate Earth Day 2024 and its theme “Planet vs Plastics.” The theme calls for “the end of plastics for the sake of human and planetary health, demanding a 60 ..read more
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1w ago
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It’s nearly earnings season. Like many journalists, you’re likely preparing to sift through long statements and charts, seek other filings, cross-check numbers, and dissect the content.
Nowadays, earnings news releases also come with complementary assets, like infographics or a video of an executive commenting on how the company performed for the quarter. Many are also now including updates on companies’ ESG initiatives.
With over 1,000 earnings releases sent via PR Newswire in the first quarter of 2024 alone, we know it can be difficult to keep up. Our tea ..read more
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2w ago
As we made the move into spring, a diverse set of releases captured viewers’ attention in March.
Here are five stories that generated the most interest on our site in last month, based on release views:
1. Crown Royal Launches Highly Anticipated Flavor Innovation Crown Royal Blackberry Flavored Whisky
Source: PRNewsfoto/Crown Royal
Crown Royal’s launch of a new summery whisky took the top spot in March.
What Works: Food and beverage announcements always generate high engagement, but those that manage to tap into a mood or season truly stand out. Here, Crown Royal uses a photo that captures ..read more
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2w ago
Welcome to Blogger Events, a monthly column of upcoming blogger and journalist events that we think you should know about. Plan even further ahead and bookmark our page with upcoming events for the entire year.
As we enter the second quarter of the year, take some time to attend an event that can help your journalism skills grow. Over the next few weeks, events for journalists will cover topics like craft blogging, deepfake detection, travel writing, AI in the newsroom, election reporting and much more.
Take a look at what’s coming up and find the perfect learning opportunity for yo ..read more
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PR Newswire distributed nearly 40,000 press releases in the U.S. and Canada in January and February – so we understand if you had trouble keeping up, even if you’re already registered for PR Newswire for Journalists. To help out, our team monitored the headlines for some of the major industries and made note of any trends they spotted.
From must-see tech news coming out of CES to brands’ initiatives during Black History Month and a flood of announcements related to the Big Game, there was something for everyone on the wire in January and February.
Before we dive into the larger trends, l ..read more
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We know journalists are busy, and it can be difficult to keep up with recent AP Stylebook changes. So we’ve done the work for you, rounding up a few of the recent significant — and just plain interesting — updates to the AP Stylebook.
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It’s time for another quarterly AP Stylebook recap and with this edition, we’ll take a look at a few rules and guidelines around terminology related to current events. From spring holidays to election season and earnings, these are great reminders for writers covering these timely topics.
Month abbreviations
At the end of ..read more
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The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day (March 8) is “Inspire Inclusion.” This theme highlights the importance of gender equality and empowerment for women and young girls. We must understand the value of women’s inclusion and forge a better tomorrow with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, mentorship and an improvement in leadership pipelines.
So how are women faring in the media industry in particular and how can organizations continue to champion women in the workplace?
Women at the Top
Mid-way through 2023, every major U.S. media news organization ..read more
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Now that we’re all back in the office after Super Sick Monday, it’s time to recap everything from Sunday.
Brands started sharing their Big Game announcements before the new year even began, but in recent weeks, the game day press releases were a full-fledged wave across the wire. Between January 1 and February 12, PR Newswire distributed nearly 300 press releases that included a mention of “Big Game” and/or “Super Bowl.”
Here are some of the most popular announcements.
The Ads
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The game was broadcast across CBS, Nickelodeon, and Pa ..read more
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February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate and honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history. Journalists have a unique opportunity to highlight the stories of accomplished members of this community throughout the month.
Here are several ways journalists can champion equity during Black History Month:
Use those interviewing skills! Locate African American leaders, artists, activists, or community members. Engage them in conversations about their diverse experiences and perspectives. Infuse creativity in these co ..read more