Nicaragua: Ortega and wife to assume absolute power after changes approvedOrtega and his wife are consolidating power through constitutional amendments, increasing control over media and targeting political dissent.
After Deadly Car Rampage, Chinese Officials Censor and ObstructThe Chinese government employs a strategy of suppression and narrative control following mass tragedies to maintain stability and limit public grief.
Russia fines Google more money than there is in entire worldA Russian court imposed an astronomical fine on Google for restricting state media on YouTube, reflecting tensions over media control.The two undecillion rouble fine is designed to escalate daily until Google complies, showcasing Russia's aggressive stance on information control.
Football documentaries: players own narrative but what do we actually learn? | Xaymaca AwoyungboJude Bellingham's documentary depicts his rise to football stardom while emphasizing the athlete's control over their personal narrative.
Unveiling Venezuela's Repression: A Legacy of State Surveillance and ControlVenezuela's regime uses surveillance and censorship to suppress dissent and control information access.The government's narrative labels opposition as terrorism, justifying repression and further censoring communication channels.
Murdoch succession drama plays out in closed US courtRupert Murdoch aims to ensure his media legacy is controlled by his son Lachlan, prompting a legal battle over succession in probate court.
Assassination attempt opens Slovakia's wounds, some linked to PM FicoSlovakia's political polarization leads to potential civil war.
Official election campaign underway in HungaryThe Fidesz party in Hungary consolidated municipal and EU Parliament elections on June 9th to reduce expenses.
Putin, the leader courted by the West, perpetuates the dictatorship of an increasingly bellicose RussiaVladimir Putin will likely win the Russian presidential election this Sunday.Putin will continue to hold power in Russia until 2030.
U.S.-Hungary relationship reaches new low, with public rebukes and snubsU.S.-Hungarian relations are strained, reaching post-Cold War lows.U.S. Ambassador Pressman criticized Hungarian PM Orban for undermining trust and seeking dictatorship.
GB News has paid more than 660,000 to Tory MPs since its launchGB News paid Conservative MPs significantly more than Labour MPs for appearances and salaries.Concerns arise over the control of the channel by hedge fund owner and potential impact on political discourse.
The newsroom has become a battleground in Israel's war on GazaJournalists have become victims in the battle over how the Israel-Gaza war is reported.Media outlets are required to submit all materials and footage to the Israeli military for review before publication.
Biden Biographer Calls Admin Most Scripted White House in Modern History', Says It's Obsessed With Controlling the Narrative'The Biden White House is highly controlled and scripted, with limited access to the President.