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No men beyond this point: the proposal to create a no-men space on Wikipedia

The Signpost talks with the creator of a grant proposal to create an on-wiki exclusive space for women to discuss issues.

Op-ed

Is Wikipedia for sale?

Hundreds of posted jobs offer money to edit Wikipedia. These jobs appear to be thriving, with tens of thousands of dollars changing hands each month.

In the media

Gamergate and Muhammad controversies continue

Media fallout continues from the January 29 decision in the mammoth Gamergate arbitration case.

Traffic report

The American Heartland

The American heartland appears to dominate the Report this week, with Chris Kyle leading the Report.

Featured content

It's raining men!

Three featured articles, five featured lists, and thirty-nine featured images were promoted this week.

Arbitration report

Slamming shut the GamerGate

One case has been closed, two cases remain open, a third is undergoing a review, and three clarification or amendment requests remain open.

WikiProject report

Dicing with death – on Wikipedia?

A small band of dedicated editors seek to improve articles relating to a less lively topic. If you haven't yet guessed, this week's focus is WikiProject Death.

Technology report

Security issue fixed; VisualEditor changes

The Signpost has arranged to mirror Tech news from the Meta-Wiki.

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