If people like the SABC's Hlaudi Motsoeneng have their way, 70% of SABC news stories will be "positive". Do we really want to be fed news that has been selected on a "feel-good" basis? There are probably people who would be happy with that... and then wonder why the wheels have suddenly come off. Anton Harber looks at the battle between what he terms sunshine journalism and watchdog journalism. I have a website, you have a website, they have a website, but as Helena Green writes, there's no point in getting your website up just so that you "have something up". Your first priority should be to first get your website content right! Still on content, when does aggregation become aggravating? Moneyweb has made various allegations but Fin24 has refuted Moneyweb's plagiarism, copyright infringement allegations. Let's face it, many, if not most annual reports are about as riveting as watching paint dry - which is a pity, because they are important documents that reveal the company's worth. Teresa Jenkins gives some hints of how to ensure your next annual report doesn't end up as a firelighter by crafting an engaging annual report. The Bookmarks are closing soon - so get those entries in now! Finally, we've announced our Bizcommunity winner of the Samsung tablet in the Times Creative Press Ad Challenge. Yes, it's time for Jo to take her tablet. Rod Baker, Content Director (@Bizcommunity, @Biz_Marketing) PS Take a look at the latest ads in the Ornico ad showcase.
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