All articles tagged with #journalists
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Reuters
A Pakistani court sentenced eight journalists and social media commentators to life imprisonment in absentia for terrorism-related activities linked to online support of Imran Khan and the May 9 protests, amid a crackdown on dissent following Khan's arrest, with most convicts outside Pakistan and not present during the trial.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by AP News
A Pakistani court sentenced seven individuals, including journalists, YouTubers, and retired military officers, to life imprisonment in absentia for inciting violence during the 2023 riots linked to former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest, amid concerns over shrinking press freedom in Pakistan.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Kansas Reflector
Marion County in Kansas has agreed to pay $3 million to journalists and a city councilor involved in a 2023 police raid on a newspaper, with some agreements including expressions of regret and immunity from future legal action, settling multiple federal lawsuits related to the incident.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Kyiv Independent
Two Ukrainian TV journalists were killed and one injured in a Russian drone attack on Kramatorsk, highlighting ongoing dangers faced by media workers documenting the Ukraine conflict, with Russia continuing to target journalists and infrastructure.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Journalists left their Pentagon workspaces over new government-imposed reporting rules, but many continue to work remotely and gather information through sources, raising concerns about access and press freedom amid ongoing military operations and leadership changes.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by PBS
Dozens of journalists left the Pentagon in protest against new government-imposed reporting restrictions, which they and many news outlets criticized as threatening press freedom and transparency, leading to their collective departure before the deadline set by the Defense Department.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Dozens of journalists left the Pentagon in protest against new government-imposed reporting restrictions, which they and many news organizations oppose, asserting they hinder press freedom. Despite the exit, reporters plan to continue covering military affairs from outside the Pentagon, criticizing the rules as an attempt to control information and limit journalistic independence.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hill
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded to media outlets protesting the Pentagon's new restrictive press policy with a goodbye emoji, amid ongoing tensions over access and reporting restrictions at the Pentagon, which have led several outlets to refuse to sign the new rules.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
International journalists are urging Israel to allow immediate access to Gaza following a ceasefire, amid ongoing concerns over press restrictions and the safety of media workers, with calls for the release of detained journalists and investigations into attacks on reporters.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order to stop DHS agents from targeting journalists in Chicago, where journalists have been hit with pepper balls and tear gas during clashes between protesters and federal agents.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
A federal judge in Chicago issued a temporary order preventing federal agents from using riot control weapons, arresting, or targeting journalists and protesters unless there is probable cause of unrelated crimes, providing legal protection for First Amendment rights amid ongoing tensions.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Politico
An Illinois judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing federal authorities from using force against Chicago journalists, including blocking the use of riot control weapons and requiring journalists to leave public spaces, amid tensions involving the deployment of National Guard troops and disputes over law enforcement actions in Chicago.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Local News Initiative
The CEO of the Illinois Press Association resigned after a dispute with the organization's board over its participation in a lawsuit against ICE officials for actions targeting journalists covering protests, highlighting ongoing concerns about press freedom and law enforcement conduct.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
A coalition of Chicago journalists, organizations, and protesters sued President Trump and officials over federal agents' brutal tactics at ICE protests, alleging violations of First Amendment rights and physical injuries, and seeking court orders to restrict the use of crowd-control weapons and improve officer identification.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Israeli military escorted international journalists through Gaza City, revealing ongoing military operations and the extensive destruction caused by nearly two years of conflict, amid a severe humanitarian crisis and ongoing efforts to eliminate Hamas.