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Mideast Observer Doesn't See Israel-Hamas Conflict Ending Anytime Soon

August 8, 2025

Israel says it plans to take over Gaza City, escalating its 22-month war with Hamas and drawing a dismissal from the militant group. Israel's intentions have renewed international calls to end the conflict and have stirred fears for the hostages still in Gaza. Karim Elsammak has been involved in…

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Press Club Member Tom Young Discusses New Novel in Latest Update-1 Podcast

July 20, 2025

National Press Club member Tom Young has made a successful transition from journalism to fiction writing, leveraging his journalistic skills to craft compelling narratives. In the latest Update-1 episode, Young talks with Broadcast Podcast co-chair Adam Konowe about a new book he has coming out, "…

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Aviation Reporter Discusses The Human Toll Of Midair Collision At Reagan National

July 10, 2025

It will still be several months before the National Transportation Safety Board issues its final report as to the cause of January’s deadly midair collision between a passenger jet and a Black Hawk helicopter at Reagan National Airport. Sixty-seven people died in what was the deadliest U.S. plane…

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Aerospace Media Awards Recognize Journalistic Excellence In 22 Categories

June 26, 2025

Held on June 15 at the Aero-Club de France, this year's Aerospace Media Awards highlighted excellence in journalism across the industry. The event attracted approximately 200 attendees to celebrate the winners of 22 categories from best new journalist to three lifetime achievement winners. In this…

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A Multi-Platform Success Story

June 13, 2025

Tara Palmeri is a ground-breaking mutli-media journalist who has had success across a variety of platforms. During her 16-year career she has worked at CNN, the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, Politico, ABC News, Sony and the journalism startup Puck. Ad Week named her one of its top 100…

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Fighting Back Against Government Secrecy

May 30, 2025

Independent journalist and National Press Club member Miranda Spivack details the underreported rise in secret dealmaking between local governments and corporations and how these agreements are a threat to our health, safety and democracy in her new book that was just released. Spivack discusses "…

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Shining Light on the Writings of John McPhee

May 15, 2025

He's 94 years old and has been a writer for more than 70 years, winning many awards during that time, including a Pulitzer Prize. But many people are not familiar with John McPhee. This edition of Update-1 features NPC member Noel Rubinton, who has written a new book, "Looking for a Story: A…

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Navy Veteran Discusses Effort To Get More Vets Into America's Newsrooms

April 30, 2025

Navy veteran and journalist Zach Baddorf is the co-founder of Military Veterans in Journalism. With a focus of building community, supporting career growth and advocating for Vets, one of MVJ's main goals is to place more veterans in America's Newsrooms. In this episode of Update-1, National Press…

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Space Industry Content Editor Talks Event Coverage, Journalism And PR Trends

April 15, 2025

The Space Symposium in Colorado Springs is the one of the industry's largest annual events, attracting a global mix of corporate executives, civilian and military officials, non-profit organizations, plus an increasing number of mainstream and trade media outlets. In this episode of Update-1, NPC…

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VOA's Chief National Correspondent Leads Effort To Revive Network

April 6, 2025

A legal battle seeks to put Voice of America back on the air after its silencing by the Trump administration. VOA Chief National Correspondent Steve Herman serves on the National Press Club's board of governors, and he's taking part in the court action. In the latest edition of Update-1, Steve…

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