All articles tagged with #press freedom
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
Venezuela has detained at least 14 journalists and seized communication devices following the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro, with authorities restricting independent reporting and cracking down on media outlets amid political turmoil and US-led actions.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by BBC
Israel's parliament has extended a law allowing the government to shut down foreign broadcasters and is planning to shut down Army Radio, citing national security concerns, raising concerns about press freedom and democratic rights in the country.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by CNN
The Israeli government has approved the closure of Army Radio after 75 years, citing concerns over political content and military involvement, amid broader efforts to tighten control over media and restrict press freedom, which has sparked opposition and legal challenges.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Reuters
Mobs in Bangladesh torched the offices of major newspapers, Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, amid political unrest following the death of a youth leader, highlighting a severe crisis for press freedom and government stability. The violence, linked to political tensions and accusations of bias, resulted in journalists being trapped and the newspapers missing editions for the first time in decades, raising concerns about the interim government's ability to control mob violence.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by The Guardian
The article criticizes the blurring lines between advertising, public relations, and journalism, highlighting how media outlets are increasingly influenced by billionaires and political interests, which compromises their role in holding power to account. It emphasizes the importance of independent journalism, exemplified by the Guardian, in defending free speech and truth against corporate and political manipulation.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by The Guardian
Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy media tycoon in Hong Kong, was convicted on national security charges under laws criticized globally, prompting condemnation from governments and rights groups who see the verdict as a threat to press freedom and political dissent in Hong Kong.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by CBS News
Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy activist and former media mogul in Hong Kong, was convicted under China's national security law for conspiring with foreign forces to endanger security, in a trial seen as a blow to press freedom and judicial independence in Hong Kong. Lai faces a potential life sentence, with international reactions calling for his release and criticizing the verdict as a threat to free expression.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by NPR
Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy activist and media mogul in Hong Kong, was convicted on charges of collusion with foreign forces and sedition under the national security law, in a verdict criticized internationally as a blow to press freedom and political dissent. Lai faces potential life imprisonment, with his next court date set for January 12, 2023.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Al Jazeera
Hong Kong court convicted pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai on charges related to undermining China's national security, sentencing him to potentially life in prison, amid concerns over the erosion of press freedom and autonomy in Hong Kong.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
A Kansas county agreed to pay over $3 million and issue an apology for a 2023 raid on a small-town newspaper, which involved seizing reporters' equipment and was widely condemned. The raid was based on allegations of unlawfully obtained driving records, but the incident led to the resignation of the police chief and multiple lawsuits. The settlement emphasized an acknowledgment of wrongdoing and aimed to deter similar actions in the future, highlighting ongoing threats to press freedom.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
A Kansas county agreed to pay over $3 million and apologize for a 2023 raid on a small-town newspaper, which sparked national debate over press freedom and was deemed legally questionable, leading to multiple lawsuits and the resignation of the police chief.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
A Kansas county agreed to pay $3 million to settle a lawsuit over a controversial law enforcement raid on a small-town newspaper, which sparked national debate about press freedom and civil rights violations. The raid was later found to be unjustified, and the police chief involved resigned and faces trial. The settlement aims to acknowledge the wrongful actions and the stress caused to the newspaper's owners.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
A Mexican journalist reporting on drug cartels was found dead on a highway with a note accusing him of spreading false accusations, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by journalists in Mexico, which is considered one of the most dangerous countries for press freedom.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
A Mexican journalist covering drug trafficking, Miguel Angel Beltran, was murdered, with a message left next to his body accusing him of spreading false accusations. His death highlights the ongoing violence and impunity faced by journalists in Mexico, especially those reporting on drug cartels.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
An Italian investigative journalist, Sigfrido Ranucci, had his car destroyed by a bomb outside his home, in an attack linked to his reporting on organized crime, prompting widespread condemnation and concerns over press freedom in Italy.