News sources can be right up to date, written yesterday, or even earlier today. They help give an understanding of the mood of public feeling on an issue, rather than just the academic view.
Bear in mind that some newspapers are considered to be more reliable than others. In addition all newspapers have a viewpoint which they will want to promote. If you find information, think about whether or not it is unbiased. You may have good reason to use a sensational article, or one which is biased, but you will need to comment on why you have used it, and justify your inclusion.
If you are using news film or sound in your assignment, it should still be referenced, in the same way as a written source.
Access FT.com - If you are a first time user, sign up via the link with your University email address and then log in with your University username and password. You will then be asked to register
Once registered, users can log in with your University username and password.
Aston University's subscription includes:
The FT have a web app, mobile website and Android app. For more information see FT Apps & Mobile. Comment and sharing of articles does not work using the iPad web app.
The Library provides online access to the Financial Times via two research databases:
Nexis UK -
*Please note* There is a one month embargo on the latest issues
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The Financial Times is now listed in your source box and you can search across the back file of newspaper.
Proquest (ABI Inform Complete)
*Please note* there is a one month embargo on the latest issue
The Library provides access to The Economist direct from the publisher.
Economist articles can also be searched via Business Source Complete but there is a one month embargo on current issues
*WARNING* If you are accessing Economist.com from off-campus and run a search on a topic, article results will open in a new tab. This loses authentication and restricts your access to the full text. This is a problem with the set up at Economist.com. They are aware of the issue and are working to resolve it with the assistance of University Libraries across the UK. If you are off-campus please access The Economist articles by right clicking on the article title and opening the content in a New Window
Articles from The Economist are available from 1992 onwards. Please note; pictures, tables and other graphics will be limited.
is a web based database of hundreds of regional, British, European and International newspapers.
Regional Business News incorporates coverage of more than 80 regional business publications covering all metropolitan and rural areas within the United States. This is accessible via our subscription to Business Source Complete
