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Russia: Court denies appeal to US reporter on spying charge DW 01/26/2024

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich loses appeal against detention in Russia.

Gershkovich is the first US citizen to face spying charges since 1986. [ more ]

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Russia: Court denies appeal to WSJ reporter on spying charge DW 01/26/2024

American journalist Evan Gershkovich loses appeal against his detention in Russia on spying charges.

Gershkovich is the first US citizen to face such charges since 1986. [ more ]

BBC News

Stabbed Iran International journalist Pouria Zeraati 'feeling much better'

Pouria Zeraati, a journalist for Iran International, was stabbed in London but is now recovering and back on screen at the outlet. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Men linked to stabbing of Iranian journalist in London have fled UK'

Three suspects fled country after stabbing of journalist in London.

Incident being investigated by Met's counter-terrorism command. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Iranian journalist discharged from hospital after being stabbed outside London home

Pouria Zeraati was stabbed outside his London home but has been discharged from the hospital.

Neighbors witnessed the attackers fleeing the scene and described the incident as targeted. [ more ]

www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

Iranian journalist discharged from hospital after being stabbed near Wimbledon home

Police are investigating the stabbing of a journalist, Pouria Zeraati, who has been discharged from the hospital.

Met's Counter Terrorism Command is leading the investigation, assuring the suspects do not pose a risk to London or the UK. [ more ]

www.dw.com

UK: London-based Iranian journalist stabbed DW 03/30/2024

Counter-terrorism officers investigate stabbing of Iranian journalist in UK.

Motive for attack unclear, with threats towards journalists being considered. [ more ]

Mission Local

Graffiti and bubbles

Experienced local writer in San Francisco

Frequent visitor of the Mission district [ more ]

Mission Local

San Francisco

Party time

Experienced local Bay Area writer and journalist

Regular contributor to various notable publications [ more ]

Mission Local

San Francisco

CHP officers shoot purportedly knife-wielding man on Highway 280

Joe Eskenazi is an experienced writer and journalist who has worked for several publications in the San Francisco Bay Area.

He has been recognized for his work as a journalist by the Society of Professional Journalists. [ more ]

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Miami Herald

2 months ago

Miami

One dead, two injured following a triple shooting in a Miami neighborhood, police say

Three individuals were shot in Miami, resulting in one fatality and one critically injured person.

Police have not disclosed the identities of the victims and it is unclear if any arrests have been made. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

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Canada news

Writer and journalist Rex Murphy dead at 77: National Post | CBC News

Rex Murphy, a well-known writer and journalist, passed away at 77 after battling cancer. [ more ]

Miami Herald

2 weeks ago

Miami

Traffic alert: I-95 north crash shuts down several lanes near downtown Miami, Brickell

Avoid Interstate 95 Northbound due to a crash near downtown Miami and use alternate routes like U.S. 1 or Miami Avenue. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

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New York City

E-Bike Battery Caused Fire That Killed Young Journalist, Officials Say

The Fire Department linked the fatal fire in Harlem to e-bike batteries.

The victim, Fazil Khan, was a talented journalist passionate about uncovering injustice. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Putin says release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich may be possible

Putin suggests trading US journalist for Russian killer

Russia looking to involve Gershkovich in a prisoner exchange [ more ]

New York Post

Pretrial detention for American reporter accused of spying in Russia extended through March

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has had his pretrial detention in Russia extended until the end of March, meaning he will spend at least a year behind bars.

The hearing took place behind closed doors, and Russian authorities have not provided any evidence to support the espionage charges against Gershkovich. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Russian journalist Boris Maksudov dies in Ukraine drone attack

Russian journalist Boris Maksudov dies from shrapnel wounds sustained in a drone strike in Ukraine's Zaporizhia region.

Moscow has accused Kyiv of attacking reporters.

At least 15 media workers have been killed in Ukraine since last February's invasion. [ more ]

www.france24.com

Russia pardons ex-policeman convicted of killing journalist after he fought in Ukraine

Former policeman jailed for killing journalist Anna Politkovskaya has been pardoned by Russian authorities after fighting in Ukraine.

Khadzhikurbanov signed multiple contracts to continue fighting in Ukraine after his initial release.

The pardon of Khadzhikurbanov has been criticized for being unjust and disrespecting the memory of Anna Politkovskaya. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Man Convicted in Russian Journalist's Murder Is Pardoned After Serving in Ukraine

Russian President Putin has pardoned one of the convicted organizers of the murder of journalist Anna Politkovskaya in exchange for his service in Ukraine.

This pardon is part of a larger campaign by the Russian government to pardon convicts in return for fighting in Ukraine.

The pardon highlights the dangers of anti-Kremlin reporting in Russia and the willingness of the Kremlin to release convicted criminals as long as they help in the war effort. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Watch: Tommy Robinson arrives at court after arrest at antisemitism march in London

Tommy Robinson, the far-right figure, is accused of allegedly refusing to leave a march against antisemitism and is facing a hearing for not complying with a police order.

Robinson was arrested and pepper sprayed by police at the march in central London last year. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Tommy Robinson arrives at court accused of refusing to leave march

Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley Lennon, is accused of refusing to leave a march against antisemitism and is facing charges for failing to comply with a police order.

Robinson was arrested and pepper sprayed by police during the march in central London last November. He claims he was attending as a journalist, while organizers had said he was not welcome at the event. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Tommy Robinson charged after arrest at march against antisemitism

Tommy Robinson, founder of the English Defence League, has been charged after being arrested at an antisemitism march.

Robinson is accused of failing to leave the march and will appear in court in January.

Robinson insists he was attending the event as a journalist and denies causing alarm or distress to others. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

Media industry

Veteran NBC Reporter Behind Retracted Paul Pelosi Story Announces Departure From Network

Miguel Almaguer, Emmy Award-winning journalist, has announced his departure from NBC News after 18 years.

Almaguer's reporting was featured on NBC programs such as NBC Nightly News and Today. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Media industry

A Plan to Move Police Reporters Into a Trailer Sets Off Complaints

Since the Police Department opened its headquarters at 1 Police Plaza in Manhattan in 1973, reporters have worked in offices inside the building.

WSJ

Running

20 Years Searching for Workouts Taught Me These 10 Things

What's Your Workout column has come to an end after nearly 20 years.

The debut column in 2004 featured the author's own routine. [ more ]

Nieman Lab

Environment

"Find your mango," and 13 other things we've learned about how to report on climate change

Climate journalism is expanding beyond the traditional climate desk, with journalists from different parts of the newsroom joining the conversation.

Despite the expansion, dedicated climate teams remain crucial in newsrooms to ensure comprehensive and accurate reporting on climate change. [ more ]

www.dw.com

India: Pegasus spyware used to target journalists reports DW 12/28/2023

High-profile journalists in India, including Siddharth Varadarajan and Anand Mangnale, have been targeted with the spyware Pegasus.

The spyware allows for unlawful surveillance and has been used as a tool of repression against journalists in India. [ more ]

www.dw.com

India: Pegasus spyware used to target jorunalists reports DW 12/28/2023

High-profile journalists in India have been targeted with the invasive spyware Pegasus, according to a report published by Amnesty International on Thursday.

www.dw.com

India: Journalists targeted with Pegasus spyware reports DW 12/28/2023

Amnesty International's report reveals that high-profile journalists in India have been targeted with the spyware Pegasus, highlighting the growing threat to journalists' safety in the country.

The spyware was used to unlawfully surveil journalists, along with other forms of repression such as imprisonment, smear campaigns, harassment, and intimidation. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

India targeted high-profile journalists with Pegasus spyware: Amnesty

Journalists in India are facing the threat of unlawful surveillance, including the use of the Pegasus spyware.

The Indian government has used the highly invasive Pegasus spyware to target high-profile journalists, according to an investigation by Amnesty International and The Washington Post. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Black Lives Matter

Israeli bombing of Gaza home kills journalist, family

As Israel's aggression expands in Deir el-Balah , civilian casualties are mounting amid the bombardment of residential homes.

Chicago Tribune