#press-freedom

#press-freedom

Clarke claimed the allegations published by the Guardian after an investigation were false and he had been the victim of an unlawful conspiracy. During the five-week civil case, 26 witnesses gave evidence against him, detailing allegations of bullying and professional and sexual misconduct. On Friday, Mrs Justice Steyn rejected Clarke's claims, ruling the Guardian had proved both its defences: truth and public interest.

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

Mzia Amaglobeli has been sentenced to two years in prison in what rights groups deem politically motivated, following her arrest during a pro-European protest.

The merger of Paramount Global and Skydance Media, valued at approximately $8 billion, received approval from the Federal Communications Commission, paving the way for imminent completion.

The Freedom of the Press Foundation expressed serious concern about ICE agents harassing journalists, indicating that their conduct raises significant First Amendment and press freedom issues.

Turkey has been ranked 159 out of 180 countries in the 2025 global press freedom index by Reporters Without Borders. Only four journalists are currently imprisoned, yet risks persist.

The Indian government ordered X to block 2,355 accounts, including two Reuters handles, citing Section 69A of the IT Act, threatening criminal liability for non-compliance.

Paramount has argued that it did nothing wrong. Regardless, the company likely decided to settle because it is currently awaiting approval from the Federal Communications Commission for its proposed merger with Skydance Media.

Germany's previous government banned Compact magazine, with the then-Interior Minister describing it as a central mouthpiece of the right-wing extremist scene, agitating against Jews and democracy.

Donald Trump should not receive one red cent from CBS. Media outlets mustn't acquiesce to him, as doing so threatens the freedom of the press.

The increased trust among Republicans in mainstream news could signal a slow shift, revealing that not all factors affecting media perception are permanent.