Who Watches the Watchdogs?
Journalism holds power to account — but who holds journalism to account? That question sits at the heart of everything we do here. The news industry is undergoing seismic shifts: ownership consolidation, algorithmic distribution, the blurring line between editorial and sponsored content. These aren't abstract concerns. They shape what you read, what gets buried, and whose voices carry weight.
What We Track
- Editorial independence under commercial and political pressure
- Transparency in sourcing, corrections, and conflicts of interest
- The economics driving newsroom decisions — and closures
- How public broadcasters navigate their mandate in a fractured landscape
- Misinformation patterns and the platforms that amplify them
Our analysis doesn't pick sides in the culture war over media trust. Instead, it applies consistent standards — the same ones good journalists use when investigating anyone else. When a major outlet quietly alters a headline, when a public broadcaster faces political interference, when a viral story unravels on closer inspection, these moments deserve careful, documented scrutiny.
Stay Critically Informed
Media literacy isn't a passive skill — it requires ongoing attention. Browse our latest analyses, or get in touch if you have a story tip, a correction to flag, or simply want to engage with the work.