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Tonight: Amazon's quest for power is subject of Book Rap by Wall Street Journal reporter
Dana Mattioli, a Wall Street Journal reporter and Pulitzer Prize finalist, plans to discuss her upcoming book, "The Everything War: Amazon’s Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power," at a Headliners Book Rap on Wednesday, May 1, at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $5 for Club members and $10 for the general public. Purchase tickets online. Pre-ordered books will be available for pickup and signing at the event. A limited number of books are also expected to be available for purchase at the door. Mattioli has spent years covering Amazon and this book is “the first untold, devastating…
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UN General Assembly President Francis to discuss humanitarian aid in global conflicts, Monday
Dennis Francis, president of the United Nations General Assembly, will discuss the organization’s wide-ranging agenda, including efforts to to supply humanitarian aid and protection in global hot spots, at a National Press Club Headliners Newsmaker event at 10 a.m. Monday, May 6. Francis also will preview the UN’s plans for a “Summit of the Future,” scheduled for this fall, and UN initiatives related to artificial intelligence, sustainable growth and other issues. The event is open only to Club members and credentialed press. Purchase tickets online. UN General Assembly President Dennis…
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Journalism Awards contest deadline extended to Tuesday
The deadline for entering the annual National Press Club journalism awards contest has been extended until May 7. Details of the competition can be found online.The contest accepts Club member entries at no cost. The entry fee for non-members is $135. The contest gives you a chance to put your best work up against some of the top journalism from around the country. The competition includes categories for breaking news, political writing, and specialty writing in areas such as aging, culture, press coverage and foreign policy. It also offers awards for the top news photography. Some categories…
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Covering trans and LGBTQ+ issues, TODAY
Trans people and DEIB programs are in the crosshairs of state leaders, legislatures, policymakers, and school boards. Journalists must be prepared to report and share the impact of these efforts, as well as how political candidates are using them to influence voters. What are the key issues at stake and the major themes playing out? What are the most reliable sources of unbiased information? And how can reporters better understand multiple perspectives and the nuanced questions involved? Register now to join a discussion on Friday, May 10, aimed at answering these questions as well as…
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Learn how to access and customize the LexisNexis database during webinar today
Research is the basic starting point for developing story ideas, gathering information and fact-checking. Among the places to start is using LexisNexis — a database of legal, business, government, high-tech, and news articles. Many of these articles are not available through a basic Internet search because they are behind a paywall. With millions of articles within the LexisNexis database, it can be easy to get lost in the database. Knowing how to customize it for your reporting purposes is key. Register to join the National Press Club Journalism Institute webinar to learn how to use and…
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Judging of Club's Journalism Awards contest underway; celebrate winners at dinner Aug. 28
The NPC Journalism Awards contest is now in the judging phase. The winners will be announced in June. They will be honored at the 51st Annual National Press Club Journalism Awards Dinner, a night of celebration and recognition of outstanding journalists and their journalism. The dinner will be held Wednesday, Aug. 28, starting at 6 p.m. You can even reserve your ticket now. This in-person event starts with a cocktail reception in the Holeman Lounge, then moves to the Ballroom for the 7 p.m. dinner and program. Get ready to mingle with industry professionals, have conversation over a delicious…
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What journalists need to know about copyright, defamation suits, June 7
Knowing the essentials of copyright and libel laws is critical for newsroom journalists and independent freelancers — especially in an increasingly litigious media environment. Register now for a free, 75-minute webinar on the topic on Friday, June 7, that begins at 11:30 a.m. EDT. Attorney Chad Bowman of Ballard Spahr will outline copyright and libel law essentials for today’s media environment and take questions to help journalists and freelancers understand their rights and how to follow the law. The National Press Club Journalism Institute is partnering with the Club’s Freelance Team to…
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Today at 2 p.m.: WNBA star Delle Donne, HHS plan to discuss Americans' mental health, well-being
The National Press Club plans to welcome WNBA star and Olympic gold medalist Elena Delle Donne and members of the President's Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 to discuss the challenges and opportunities of improving Americans' mental health and well-being through physical activity. Delle Donne, who co-chairs the council, is expected to be joined at the Headliners event by Admiral Rachel Levine, a physician and assistant secretary at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and council member Dr. Feranmi Okanlami of the University of Michigan.
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Voice of America's Steve Herman plans to discuss new book Wednesday
Voice of America's chief national correspondent, Steve Herman, plans to speak Wednesday about his latest book, Behind the White House Curtain. The event begins at 6 p.m. Tickets are $5 for Club members and $10 for nonmembers. Tickets must be paid for at the time of purchase. Purchase tickets online. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. Herman covered the White House under Presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden. His book discusses inner workings of the White House press corps and the relationship between the president and the press. For questions, please email …
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Learn about copyright violations and defamation suits at Friday webinar
Media lawyers report a significant uptick in defamation lawsuits brought against journalists by plaintiffs who don’t want to be called on their false narratives or want to punish reporters for their work. Some of these lawsuits are getting farther in the court system than they used to, costing journalists and news organizations precious time and money. Copyright violations are a risk for media professionals, too. In an era of artificial intelligence and social media, journalists need to be aware of copyright and fair use law when working with digital content, especially when it is easy to cut…
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