The Ghanaian Earthquake Hoax
When disasters strike, one natural – and admirable – response is an outpouring of sympathy and support for those affected. Another natural response is more… Read More »The Ghanaian Earthquake Hoax
...My heart's In Accra
Ethan Zuckerman’s online home, since 2003
What happens in Cabinda doesn’t stay in Cabinda
Hosting an international event – a conference, a sporting event – is a classic strategy for rebranding a troubled nation. Concerned that your rigged elections… Read More »What happens in Cabinda doesn’t stay in Cabinda
Could Rick Warren stop Uganda’s anti-gay legislation?
Breaking news: Pastor Warren has released a video condemning the Ugandan anti-gay legislation. (The video was released December 10th, the day after I posted this… Read More »Could Rick Warren stop Uganda’s anti-gay legislation?
Stories I’m (not) following this week
We’re nearing the end of our first week at home with a newborn, and he’s survived largely unscathed thus far. With a house full of… Read More »Stories I’m (not) following this week
From compassion to action, from action to knowledge
I’ve opened a lot of lectures lately – presentations about our Media Cloud research at Berkman – by complaining about the New York Times’s Africa… Read More »From compassion to action, from action to knowledge
Bridging with Brian Lehrer
Brian Lehrer, the moderator of WNYC’s excellent morning show, has been kind enough to invite me onto his show all month long, appearing every Thursday… Read More »Bridging with Brian Lehrer