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Website: The New York Times
On The New York Times, one of the lead articles featured on the home page as of 8 p.m. EST on Wednesday, August 17 was titled “A Gift From The Musical Gods.” Its subject was Maria Callas’ anticipated performance with the Metropolitan Opera.
Here is its gender breakdown:
–Author: Male
–Human sources (listed in order mentioned):
- Female – opera singer
Notes/Analysis: much of this article referred to previously printed work from the same author and other reviews in the New York Times.
Website: ProPublica
On ProPublica, one of the lead articles featured on the home page as of 8 p.m. EST on Wednesday, August 17 was titled “Despite $65 Billion Investment, World’s Most Costly Jet Still Grounded.” Its subject was a military plane used overseas that has caused problems for pilots.
Here is its gender breakdown:
–Author: Female
–Human sources (listed in order mentioned)
None
Notes/analysis: This story used mostly previous reporting for its human quotes, and referred mostly to factual lists and information.
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