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Journalism for Sale
For years, Kyodo News, Japan’s major newswire, published compensated articles about pharmaceuticals masquerading as normal news. The articles were commissioned by the advertising giant Dentsu Group.
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At least 20 years of compensated articles
2020.08.21 17:33 Makoto Watanabe
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A revealing apology from Kyodo News
2020.08.20 20:29 Makoto Watanabe
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“Articles about life-threatening matters are easy to get published”
2020.08.19 18:58 Makoto Watanabe
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National health campaign co-opted for business
2020.08.18 17:02 Makoto Watanabe
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550,000 yen paid for successful publication
2017.02.01 7:23 Makoto Watanabe