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Americans still say media criticism keeps politicians in check

Plus, Australia bans social media for children, Stanford backs prosecution of student reporter
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Why do Americans get information from health and wellness influencers, and how do they find them?

Some 40% of U.S. adults say they ever get health and wellness information from social media influencers or podcasts. This analysis takes a deeper dive into the reasons Americans do this, how they come across these influencers and how they view the information these influencers offer. Some of the key takeaways: Other parts of this […]
reportDec 11, 2025

Status of CNN in limbo as Netflix and Paramount both bid to take over WBD

☀️ Happy Thursday! The Briefing is your guide to the world of news and information. Sign up here! In today’s email: 🔥 Featured story After Warner Bros. Discovery struck a deal last week to sell its studio and streaming services to Netflix, Paramount Skydance responded by launching a hostile takeover bid. But there is a key difference between the two potential transactions: While […]
reportNov 18, 2024

1. Americans’ experiences with social media news influencers

We looked at the experiences and attitudes of the 21% of U.S. adults who regularly get news from news influencers on social media.
short readsMar 24, 2026

Where do Americans turn first for information about breaking news?

When a breaking news event happens, 36% of U.S. adults say they typically turn first to their preferred news organization to get more information.
reportApr 15, 2026

Teens’ Experiences on TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat

Teens largely turn to TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat for fun and connection. But experiences around messaging, screen time and cyberbullying vary. And what teens say about how these sites impact their mental health.
data essayDec 3, 2025

Young Adults and the Future of News

U.S. adults under 30 follow news less closely than any other age group. And they’re more likely to get (and trust) news from social media.
reportMar 26, 2026

Where do Americans turn first for information about breaking news?

☀️ Happy Thursday! The Briefing is your guide to the world of news and information. Sign up here! In today’s email: 🔥 Featured story The Federal Communications Commission last week approved the merger of two major local television companies, allowing Nexstar Media Group to buy Tegna for $6.2 billion. The deal creates a local TV news giant that will own 265 stations in 44 states. In recent weeks, attorneys general in […]
reportNov 7, 2024

Trump’s relationship with the media

Plus, Australia proposes social media age requirement, public media to get extra funding for statehouse reporting
reportApr 7, 2026

What do Americans want from their health information sources?

Key takeaways: Americans have choices for where they get their health information, but what qualities are they looking for in those sources? A Pew Research Center survey finds that most say having medical training, being transparent and easy to understand are highly important. We also asked Americans to rate the information they get from seven […]

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