GSMA Librarian
Database Search Tips
It's easy to get overwhelmed with too many results in a news database search.
Try searching just the lead/headline in Newsbank or abstract in Proquest NewsStream for more relevant results.
Limit your sources by geography to get news from the country you're researching.
Look for opinion stories to identify the "pro" and "con" arguments. Opinion stories may be labeled:
- "Editorial"
- "Op-Ed"
- "Commentary"
- "Column"
Browse Current News
Cal Maritime subscribes to the the following digital editions:
- New York TimesBrowse the World, Business or other sections for ideas of current topics. To register for full access, go to www.nytimes.com/passes & log in with your Cal Maritime email for an academic pass.
- Science This link opens in a new windowLeading journal of original scientific research, science news, and commentary. Off campus access requires login.
Research Databases
Search multiple news sources at once, 1980s-present. Filter by location, date, type of article, etc.
- NewsBank This link opens in a new windowA comprehensive news collection useful for exploring issues and events at the local, regional, national and international level. Source types include print and online-only newspapers, blogs, newswires, magazines, broadcast transcripts and videos.
- NewsStream (ProQuest) This link opens in a new windowFull text of U.S. and international news sources, including some not available via Newsbank.
Use your Cal Maritime ID and password for off campus access to databases.