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Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radio

Afghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Cambodia: press freedom under attack DW 02/17/2025

Reporting in Cambodia is increasingly dangerous, particularly for journalists covering sensitive issues.
There is a growing trend of self-censorship among journalists in Cambodia.
US news
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Reporters Without Borders Sounds Alarm on US Press Freedom Under Trump

Trump's second term significantly worsens press freedom in the U.S., marking the lowest level recorded by Reporters Without Borders.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Israel's war on Gaza deadliest conflict ever for journalists, says report

Gaza has become the deadliest conflict for journalists in recorded history, surpassing deaths in previous major wars.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Jeff Bezos Announces That Washington Post Opinions Will Now Exclusively Celebrate the Glories of Capitalism

Bezos is redefining WaPo's opinion section to exclude dissenting views in favor of personal liberties and free markets.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radio

Afghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Cambodia: press freedom under attack DW 02/17/2025

Reporting in Cambodia is increasingly dangerous, particularly for journalists covering sensitive issues.
There is a growing trend of self-censorship among journalists in Cambodia.
US news
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Reporters Without Borders Sounds Alarm on US Press Freedom Under Trump

Trump's second term significantly worsens press freedom in the U.S., marking the lowest level recorded by Reporters Without Borders.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Israel's war on Gaza deadliest conflict ever for journalists, says report

Gaza has become the deadliest conflict for journalists in recorded history, surpassing deaths in previous major wars.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Jeff Bezos Announces That Washington Post Opinions Will Now Exclusively Celebrate the Glories of Capitalism

Bezos is redefining WaPo's opinion section to exclude dissenting views in favor of personal liberties and free markets.
more#journalism
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Karine Jean-Pierre Decries Trump Team Taking Control of Press Pool: What We're Looking At Is State TV!'

Karine Jean-Pierre criticizes Trump administration's media control tactics, comparing them to those of authoritarian regimes like North Korea and Russia.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

UN human rights chief deeply worried by fundamental shift' in US

The UN human rights chief warns of a troubling shift in US policies undermining human rights and democracy under Trump's administration.
Media industry
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump's historic war on traditional media

Trump's administration is taking significant actions against legacy media sources, capitalizing on industry vulnerabilities.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Donald Trump You've Been Caught Red-Handed!' Jim Acosta Stunned By Revelations In AP Lawsuit

Trump's attempt to change the name of The Gulf of Mexico raises significant First Amendment concerns, evidenced by AP's lawsuit and Acosta's reaction.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

100 days of Donald Trump: US in a 'whirlwind' DW 04/28/2025

Trump's second presidency has ushered in significant changes within 100 days, marked by extreme political actions and a deeply divided nation.
US news
fromPoynter
2 months ago

A dizzying week continues with more Trump cuts - Poynter

Trump and Musk's administration has drastically altered government structure and policies within two months.
Attacks on the media and potential dismantling of the Department of Education mark a controversial start to Trump's second term.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Karine Jean-Pierre Decries Trump Team Taking Control of Press Pool: What We're Looking At Is State TV!'

Karine Jean-Pierre criticizes Trump administration's media control tactics, comparing them to those of authoritarian regimes like North Korea and Russia.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

UN human rights chief deeply worried by fundamental shift' in US

The UN human rights chief warns of a troubling shift in US policies undermining human rights and democracy under Trump's administration.
Media industry
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump's historic war on traditional media

Trump's administration is taking significant actions against legacy media sources, capitalizing on industry vulnerabilities.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Donald Trump You've Been Caught Red-Handed!' Jim Acosta Stunned By Revelations In AP Lawsuit

Trump's attempt to change the name of The Gulf of Mexico raises significant First Amendment concerns, evidenced by AP's lawsuit and Acosta's reaction.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

100 days of Donald Trump: US in a 'whirlwind' DW 04/28/2025

Trump's second presidency has ushered in significant changes within 100 days, marked by extreme political actions and a deeply divided nation.
US news
fromPoynter
2 months ago

A dizzying week continues with more Trump cuts - Poynter

Trump and Musk's administration has drastically altered government structure and policies within two months.
Attacks on the media and potential dismantling of the Department of Education mark a controversial start to Trump's second term.
more#trump-administration
#censorship
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Why an Irish news site has been drawn into JD Vance's attacks on Europe

Irish police accessed private messages from Gript in potential violation of media freedom, sparking concerns about privacy and free speech in Europe.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Ignorance!' CBS Anchor Bombards Trump in New Clip from Viral Grad Speech You Haven't Seen

Journalism and education are under attack from powerful interests aiming to suppress truth and promote ignorance.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Why an Irish news site has been drawn into JD Vance's attacks on Europe

Irish police accessed private messages from Gript in potential violation of media freedom, sparking concerns about privacy and free speech in Europe.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Ignorance!' CBS Anchor Bombards Trump in New Clip from Viral Grad Speech You Haven't Seen

Journalism and education are under attack from powerful interests aiming to suppress truth and promote ignorance.
more#censorship
#donald-trump
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Brendan Carr Is Turning the FCC Into MAGA's Censoring Machine

The FCC, under Chairman Carr, is aligning with Trump's political agenda, threatening media freedom through investigations into news organizations.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

As Trump silences Voice of America, Russia and China seize the opportunity to reshape Africa's news ecosystem

Trump's executive order to cut the VOA has been welcomed by Russian and Chinese officials.
VOA's potential dismantling may create a news vacuum in restricted media environments, especially in Africa.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

We Can't Afford to Let the Fourth Estate Topple

American journalism faces unprecedented challenges from political figures and governmental pressure.
Media industry
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Brendan Carr Is Turning the FCC Into MAGA's Censoring Machine

The FCC, under Chairman Carr, is aligning with Trump's political agenda, threatening media freedom through investigations into news organizations.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

As Trump silences Voice of America, Russia and China seize the opportunity to reshape Africa's news ecosystem

Trump's executive order to cut the VOA has been welcomed by Russian and Chinese officials.
VOA's potential dismantling may create a news vacuum in restricted media environments, especially in Africa.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

We Can't Afford to Let the Fourth Estate Topple

American journalism faces unprecedented challenges from political figures and governmental pressure.
more#donald-trump
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Hungary considering law to monitor and ban groups seen as threat to national sovereignty

Hungary's government is advancing legislation that may severely restrict media and NGOs perceived as threats to national sovereignty.
#first-amendment
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Trump's attacks on Bill of Rights are uniquely dangerous

Trump's attempts to criminalize criticism threaten democratic principles and free expression.
Concerns have been raised about the future of a homeless housing plan in San Jose.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Trump's attacks on Bill of Rights are uniquely dangerous

Trump's attempts to criminalize criticism threaten democratic principles and free expression.
Concerns have been raised about the future of a homeless housing plan in San Jose.
more#first-amendment
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Press freedom and pluralism face existential battle' across EU, report finds

Media pluralism in the EU is threatened by high ownership concentration and government interference, jeopardizing press freedom.
#civil-society
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

In Poland, we know all about fighting illiberal regimes. Here are our lessons for the Trump age | Jarosaw Kuisz and Karolina Wigura

fromPoynter
2 months ago
US news

Fact-checkers face intimidation in Eastern Europe as USAID cuts embolden authoritarian tactics - Poynter

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

In Poland, we know all about fighting illiberal regimes. Here are our lessons for the Trump age | Jarosaw Kuisz and Karolina Wigura

fromPoynter
2 months ago
US news

Fact-checkers face intimidation in Eastern Europe as USAID cuts embolden authoritarian tactics - Poynter

more#civil-society
#international-broadcasting
more#international-broadcasting
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Italy one of five dismantlers' causing democratic recession' in Europe, report says

Italy's government is undermining the rule of law and exhibiting intolerance towards media, exemplifying Europe's democratic decline.
#human-rights
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

UN rights chief voices concern at new US political direction DW 03/03/2025

US basic human rights are threatened as the new administration rolls back anti-discrimination policies, raising concerns over gender equality and media freedom.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

U.S. foreign aid cuts threaten to choke off information from Iran

Trump administration's foreign aid cuts undermine information flow and journalism in Iran during ongoing government crackdowns.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

UN rights chief voices concern at new US political direction DW 03/03/2025

US basic human rights are threatened as the new administration rolls back anti-discrimination policies, raising concerns over gender equality and media freedom.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

U.S. foreign aid cuts threaten to choke off information from Iran

Trump administration's foreign aid cuts undermine information flow and journalism in Iran during ongoing government crackdowns.
more#human-rights
#trump
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Defiant CBS Files Motion to Dismiss Trump $20 Billion Lawsuit: An Affront to The First Amendment'

CBS refused to settle Trump's lawsuit over a 60 Minutes interview, filing motions to dismiss instead.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump moves you might've missed: Zelensky friction, IVF and the power grab

Escalating tensions between Trump and Zelensky signify deterioration in U.S.-Ukraine relations amid misinformation about the war.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Defiant CBS Files Motion to Dismiss Trump $20 Billion Lawsuit: An Affront to The First Amendment'

CBS refused to settle Trump's lawsuit over a 60 Minutes interview, filing motions to dismiss instead.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

Trump moves you might've missed: Zelensky friction, IVF and the power grab

Escalating tensions between Trump and Zelensky signify deterioration in U.S.-Ukraine relations amid misinformation about the war.
more#trump
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

USAID Cuts Mean You Can Forget About Independent Journalism

USAID funding is critical for fostering independent media in emerging democracies, which is essential for democratic development.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Warns VP Vance On Free Speech After White House Bans AP Reporter: Be Careful!'

Vice President J.D. Vance sounded quite like a free speech advocate in Munich today, especially with this comment. Free speech, I fear, is in retreat.
Miscellaneous
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A Pulitzer winner quits 'Washington Post' after a cartoon on Bezos is killed

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned after the Washington Post rejected her cartoon mocking media and tech leaders' subservience to Trump.
#al-jazeera
more#al-jazeera
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Indiana Carries Out Execution in Unusual Secrecy: What to Know

Indiana executed Joseph Corcoran without media witnesses, raising significant concerns about transparency and accountability in the death penalty process.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong Media Mogul, Takes Stand in National Security Trial

Taking the stand, Mr. Lai emphasized that Apple Daily mirrored the ideals cherished by the people of Hong Kong, stating: "The more information you have, the more you're in the know, the more you are free." He highlighted the vital connection between being informed and personal freedom, reflecting his belief that journalism serves as a crucial pillar of democracy and a peaceful society.
Digital life
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

Did the 'L.A. Times' and other news outlets pull punches to appease Trump?

Media outlets are reportedly self-censoring to avoid antagonizing Trump amidst his close polling with Kamala Harris ahead of the elections.
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