by News Decoder | 1 Aug 2025 | Journalism, News Decoder Tips
Audiences are spread far and wide and get their information from all kinds of sources. How can your story catch their eyes and ears? Young people access information, news and social media using their phones. (Illustration by News Decoder) In News Decoder’s Top...
by Madison Dapcevich | 21 Jul 2025 | Media Literacy
Sometimes we feel compelled to share or repost what we read. But when we do, we might unwittingly spread disinformation. Beware of “copypasta.” A phone with a copypasta post on it. (Illustration by News Decoder) This article was produced exclusively for...
by Nelson Graves | 2 Jul 2025 | Decoder Replay, Education, History, Journalism
Every July 4 the United States celebrates its Declaration of Independence. But behind its “self-evident” truths was a load of hypocrisy. The U.S. Declaration of Independence. (Photo credit: jaflippo/Getty Images) Editor’s note: On 4 July, people in...
by Marcy Burstiner | 4 Jun 2025 | News Decoder Updates
As News Decoder celebrates its 10th birthday, the need for young people to appreciate different perspectives and be globally aware is more pressing than ever. A birthday cake with 10 candles. (Credit: kajakiki/Getty Images Signature) In June of 2015, we asked this...
by Paige Pointer | 16 May 2025 | Culture, Health and Wellness, Media Literacy, Student Posts, Tatnall School, Youth Voices
Social media is supposed to connect us. But endless scrolling through posts leaves many feeling disconnected. Two people grasp hands in solidarity. Illustration by News Decoder. This article, by high school student Paige Pointer was produced out of News Decoder’s...