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How to Get Inside the Government’s File Cabinet

By Newley Purnell   March 19, 2013

Here’s everything you need to know about filing a FOIA request — and a few resources to help.


How to Write About Shocks to the Tourism Industry

By Newley Purnell   December 12, 2012

Natural disasters can wreak havoc with regional economies in a variety of ways. Here’s how to report on the travel and leisure industries when catastrophe strikes.

Photo: Gui Seiz


Freelancing Abroad: 5 Tips for Business Journalists

By Newley Purnell   October 19, 2012

Some rookies are starting their careers overseas. Here’s how one reporter did it and landed clips in major US dailies.


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