Abstract: The study examines the methods and steps used by a sample of Yemeni investigative reports in constructing their stories, framing their issues, and developing their hypotheses. It aims to answer a central question: To what extent do these investigations, in their content analysis, evidence gathering and comparison of proofs and arguments, follow scientific research methodology in uncovering truths and answering the questions raised by the issues at hand? The study uses a qualitative descriptive approach to analyse a purposive sample of five investigative reports, created by Yemeni journalists on various topics related to Yemen, published between 2013 and 2021, and which won Arab awards. This approach highlights the relationship between how journalists apply scientific research methods and the creation of in-depth investigative reporting in Yemen. The study found several key insights into the state of investigative journalism in Yemen. Most notably, it concluded that all the reports in the sample fall into the category of regular investigations that merely answer the question “Why?” and are not true investigative works. Additionally, these reports were not built on clear scientific methodology, with no deep research questions, logical hypotheses or a clear research method. The study also suggests that while these reports provide valuable information for potential in-depth investigations, many important questions remain unanswered. Furthermore, the journalists did not revisit their initial hypotheses or questions after collecting the required information, documents and testimonies to construct their investigative stories. Keywords: Investigations, Investigative Journalism, Research Methodology, Yemen.
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