The Lancet is a world-leading, peer-reviewed general medical journal that publishes a broad range of high-quality scientific research, clinical reviews, and authoritative commentary across all aspects of human health. Established in 1823, it serves as a critical platform for disseminating breakthrough medical discoveries, evaluating the efficacy of clinical interventions, and addressing pressing global health challenges such as infectious diseases, oncology, neurology, and cardiology. Beyond clinical medicine, the journal extensively covers social determinants of health, medical ethics, and public policy, often advocating for evidence-based improvements in healthcare systems and international health equity. Through its core weekly publication and its family of specialised monthly journals, The Lancet aims to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and practical application, providing clinicians, researchers, and policymakers with the data necessary to influence health outcomes on a global scale.

ProPublica is an independent, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest. It covers a range of topics, such as government and politics, business, criminal justice, the environment, education, health care, immigration, and technology.

Written for members of and the people interested in the U.S. Congress. Reports on the interaction between Congress, the White House, lobbyists & the news media. Helps to explain the inner workings of Congress, the pressures confronting policy-makers and the various ways in which decisions are made. Features strong investigative reporting, profiles of lawmakers and aides, descriptions of the sociology and politics of Capitol Hill, book and restaurant reviews and coverage o Capitol Hill neighborhoods.

The Kansas City Star is a 80+ page daily, broadsheet newspaper that was founded in 1880 covering local, regional, national and international news. The Star produces a wide range of content, from investigative journalism and government accountability journalism to wall-to-wall coverage from its sports team. Submit a news tip here; https://www.kansascity.com/news/submit-news/ Submit a letter to the editor here; https://www.kansascity.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/submit-a-letter/

Established in 1967 by Jann Wenner (who still serves as publisher) and music critic Ralph J. Gleason. Geared toward young adults interested in news of popular music, entertainment and the arts, current news events, politics and American culture. Aims "to get our readers the news about who's made it, who's hot and who's on the leading edge." Provides reviews of new music, concerts and movies, technological innovations in audio and video, and interviews with artists, musicians and other pop culture figures. Includes fashion trends and lifestyle pieces, as well as commentary on political, social and legislative issues.