The Media and The Science

The digital world offers an abundance of information, updates and news. Therefore, this blog shines a spotlight on subjects and topics that drive modern communication. 

In science-based posts and through hands-on experience it makes sense of today’s communication landscape and keeps track of current media trends. As this is an international field of interest, postings will be in English. 

News Get “Platformized”; Media Literacy Is As Important As Ever

The Reuters Institute’s 2026 Digital News Report shows that trust in news is declining as audiences increasingly turn to social media and online creators for information. As news becomes more platform-driven, media literacy is essential for identifying credible sources and strengthening informed public discourse.

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Why The Future Looks Like Tokyo

Science fiction stories are more often about the present than the future. In drawing on certain motives, the genre is a projection of contemporary fears about globalization, cultural ideas, and shifting economic power.

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The Low-Down (On) Technological Advancement

Technology drives progress but also sparks resistance and causes inequality. New tools and applications therefore are never neutral. In order to make progress fair for all, society needs to discuss and scrutinize the use of technology.

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The Crucial Role Of Science-Media Collaboration

Science and media have a nuanced relationship. They depend on each other even though their self-conception might be different. While science delves for years into complex experiments, media oftentimes translates discoveries in brief, snackable content. Amidst spreading misinformation and waning trust in scientific advancement, it is therefore necessary to explore ways for science communication.

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A Game Of Data And Statistics

Using AI and digital tools, soccer, with its passionate fans and intense rivalries, is increasingly becoming a data-driven sport. This shift reflects a broader societal transition replacing intuition in decision-making with data analytics. While this can enhance understanding and broaden perspectives, overreliance risks overlooking the human factor.

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