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fromAxios

Trump's historic war on traditional media

Trump's administration is taking significant actions against legacy media sources, capitalizing on industry vulnerabilities.

Why CBS stands at the epicenter of Trump's assault on the media

CBS's 60 Minutes is under political pressure from the Trump administration, reflecting ongoing tensions between the media and the government.

US politics

100 days of Donald Trump: US in a 'whirlwind' DW 04/28/2025

Trump's second presidency has ushered in significant changes within 100 days, marked by extreme political actions and a deeply divided nation.

US news

A dizzying week continues with more Trump cuts - Poynter

Trump and Musk's administration has drastically altered government structure and policies within two months.

Attacks on the media and potential dismantling of the Department of Education mark a controversial start to Trump's second term.

US news

The Gulf of America' feud is about something bigger: Trump wants to control the media | Margaret Sullivan

The issue of renaming a body of water reflects deeper concerns regarding media freedom and governmental intimidation under Trump's presidency.

Media industry

From absurd to disturbing as Trump White House bans AP from important media events - Poynter

Trump's absurd Gulf of Mexico name change sparks controversy and highlights conflicts with media freedom and adherence to globally recognized nomenclature.

fromAxios

Trump's historic war on traditional media

Trump's administration is taking significant actions against legacy media sources, capitalizing on industry vulnerabilities.

Why CBS stands at the epicenter of Trump's assault on the media

CBS's 60 Minutes is under political pressure from the Trump administration, reflecting ongoing tensions between the media and the government.

US politics

100 days of Donald Trump: US in a 'whirlwind' DW 04/28/2025

Trump's second presidency has ushered in significant changes within 100 days, marked by extreme political actions and a deeply divided nation.

A dizzying week continues with more Trump cuts - Poynter

Trump and Musk's administration has drastically altered government structure and policies within two months.

Attacks on the media and potential dismantling of the Department of Education mark a controversial start to Trump's second term.

The Gulf of America' feud is about something bigger: Trump wants to control the media | Margaret Sullivan

The issue of renaming a body of water reflects deeper concerns regarding media freedom and governmental intimidation under Trump's presidency.

more#trump-administration

From absurd to disturbing as Trump White House bans AP from important media events - Poynter

Trump's absurd Gulf of Mexico name change sparks controversy and highlights conflicts with media freedom and adherence to globally recognized nomenclature.

#civil-society

Europe politics

In Poland, we know all about fighting illiberal regimes. Here are our lessons for the Trump age | Jarosaw Kuisz and Karolina Wigura

Political harassment in Poland mirrors past communist oppression, showcasing resilience in civil society.

US news

Fact-checkers face intimidation in Eastern Europe as USAID cuts embolden authoritarian tactics - Poynter

Police raided the offices of Serbian civil society organizations, including Istinomer, allegedly in connection with USAID-related corruption, highlighting threats to independent media.

Europe politics

In Poland, we know all about fighting illiberal regimes. Here are our lessons for the Trump age | Jarosaw Kuisz and Karolina Wigura

Political harassment in Poland mirrors past communist oppression, showcasing resilience in civil society.

US news

Fact-checkers face intimidation in Eastern Europe as USAID cuts embolden authoritarian tactics - Poynter

Police raided the offices of Serbian civil society organizations, including Istinomer, allegedly in connection with USAID-related corruption, highlighting threats to independent media.

As Trump silences Voice of America, Russia and China seize the opportunity to reshape Africa's news ecosystem

Trump's executive order to cut the VOA has been welcomed by Russian and Chinese officials.

VOA's potential dismantling may create a news vacuum in restricted media environments, especially in Africa.

#journalism

Women

Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radio

Afghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.

Cambodia: press freedom under attack DW 02/17/2025

Reporting in Cambodia is increasingly dangerous, particularly for journalists covering sensitive issues.

There is a growing trend of self-censorship among journalists in Cambodia.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Kyiv says Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna died in Russian detention

Award-winning journalist Victoria Roshchyna, known for her work in Russian-occupied Ukraine, died in custody, raising concerns about media freedom and human rights.

Israel's war on Gaza deadliest conflict ever for journalists, says report

Gaza has become the deadliest conflict for journalists in recorded history, surpassing deaths in previous major wars.

fromFuturism

Jeff Bezos Announces That Washington Post Opinions Will Now Exclusively Celebrate the Glories of Capitalism

Bezos is redefining WaPo's opinion section to exclude dissenting views in favor of personal liberties and free markets.

Hong Kong convicts two ex-Stand News editors of sedition DW 08/29/2024

The convictions of Stand News editors signal a drastic decline in media freedom in Hong Kong amidst increasing government repression.

Women

Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radio

Afghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.

Cambodia: press freedom under attack DW 02/17/2025

Reporting in Cambodia is increasingly dangerous, particularly for journalists covering sensitive issues.

There is a growing trend of self-censorship among journalists in Cambodia.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Kyiv says Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna died in Russian detention

Award-winning journalist Victoria Roshchyna, known for her work in Russian-occupied Ukraine, died in custody, raising concerns about media freedom and human rights.

Israel's war on Gaza deadliest conflict ever for journalists, says report

Gaza has become the deadliest conflict for journalists in recorded history, surpassing deaths in previous major wars.

fromFuturism

Jeff Bezos Announces That Washington Post Opinions Will Now Exclusively Celebrate the Glories of Capitalism

Bezos is redefining WaPo's opinion section to exclude dissenting views in favor of personal liberties and free markets.

#international-broadcasting

Hong Kong convicts two ex-Stand News editors of sedition DW 08/29/2024

The convictions of Stand News editors signal a drastic decline in media freedom in Hong Kong amidst increasing government repression.

more#journalism

US news

US funding cuts are a sucker punch to Africa's media DW 03/24/2025

The dismantling of international broadcasters by the White House threatens global press freedom and democracy advocacy.

US news

Africa's press freedom hit hard by VOA shutdown, US aid cuts DW 03/24/2025

The dismantling of VOA undermines press freedom and threatens democracy in regions relying on its broadcasts.

US news

US funding cuts are a sucker punch to Africa's media DW 03/24/2025

The dismantling of international broadcasters by the White House threatens global press freedom and democracy advocacy.

more#international-broadcasting

US news

Africa's press freedom hit hard by VOA shutdown, US aid cuts DW 03/24/2025

The dismantling of VOA undermines press freedom and threatens democracy in regions relying on its broadcasts.

Europe politics

Italy one of five dismantlers' causing democratic recession' in Europe, report says

Italy's government is undermining the rule of law and exhibiting intolerance towards media, exemplifying Europe's democratic decline.

UN rights chief voices concern at new US political direction DW 03/03/2025

US basic human rights are threatened as the new administration rolls back anti-discrimination policies, raising concerns over gender equality and media freedom.

fromThe Washington Post

U.S. foreign aid cuts threaten to choke off information from Iran

Trump administration's foreign aid cuts undermine information flow and journalism in Iran during ongoing government crackdowns.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

World politics

Press freedom groups urge EU to punish Israel for violating media rights

Urgent EU action is needed against Israel for violations of media freedom and human rights in Gaza and the West Bank.

Europe news

Germany, France and Poland condemn use of force against protesters in Georgia

The protests in Georgia highlight the struggle for democratic rights amid government repression and influence from external actors like Russia.

US politics

UN rights chief voices concern at new US political direction DW 03/03/2025

US basic human rights are threatened as the new administration rolls back anti-discrimination policies, raising concerns over gender equality and media freedom.

fromThe Washington Post

U.S. foreign aid cuts threaten to choke off information from Iran

Trump administration's foreign aid cuts undermine information flow and journalism in Iran during ongoing government crackdowns.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

World politics

Press freedom groups urge EU to punish Israel for violating media rights

Urgent EU action is needed against Israel for violations of media freedom and human rights in Gaza and the West Bank.

Europe news

Germany, France and Poland condemn use of force against protesters in Georgia

The protests in Georgia highlight the struggle for democratic rights amid government repression and influence from external actors like Russia.

Defiant CBS Files Motion to Dismiss Trump $20 Billion Lawsuit: An Affront to The First Amendment'

CBS refused to settle Trump's lawsuit over a 60 Minutes interview, filing motions to dismiss instead.

Miscellaneous

CNN's Jake Tapper Warns VP Vance On Free Speech After White House Bans AP Reporter: Be Careful!'

Tapper critiques VP Vance for contradictory free speech support amid AP reporter restrictions, highlighting the complexities of free speech in the current political climate.

#trump-lawsuit

Miscellaneous

CNN's Jake Tapper Explains Why Every American Should Care About CBS Settling Dangerous' Trump Lawsuit Even MAGA

The clash over editing highlights the fragile relationship between media freedom and political scrutiny.

Miscellaneous

Colby Hall on Trump's Lawsuit Against Media Outlets: This Is Precisely What Authoritarian People Do'

Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register reflects authoritarian tactics and could threaten media freedom during his upcoming term.

Miscellaneous

CNN's Jake Tapper Explains Why Every American Should Care About CBS Settling Dangerous' Trump Lawsuit Even MAGA

The clash over editing highlights the fragile relationship between media freedom and political scrutiny.

Miscellaneous

Colby Hall on Trump's Lawsuit Against Media Outlets: This Is Precisely What Authoritarian People Do'

Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register reflects authoritarian tactics and could threaten media freedom during his upcoming term.

more#trump-lawsuit

Digital life

Serbian State Media Shift Tune in Coverage of Huge Protests, Testing Leader

Protests in Serbia reveal a shift in media coverage, challenging government narratives and highlighting issues of free speech and press independence.

A Pulitzer winner quits 'Washington Post' after a cartoon on Bezos is killed

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned after the Washington Post rejected her cartoon mocking media and tech leaders' subservience to Trump.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Al Sharpton and Donny Deutsch worry they'll be imprisoned if Trump is re-elected, but on enemy list

Al Sharpton and Donny Deutsch fear being targeted by Donald Trump if he is re-elected, suggesting a looming threat to free media.

3 months ago

A Pulitzer winner quits 'Washington Post' after a cartoon on Bezos is killed

Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned after the Washington Post rejected her cartoon mocking media and tech leaders' subservience to Trump.

fromNew York Post

Miscellaneous

Al Sharpton and Donny Deutsch worry they'll be imprisoned if Trump is re-elected, but on enemy list

Al Sharpton and Donny Deutsch fear being targeted by Donald Trump if he is re-elected, suggesting a looming threat to free media.

more#trump-presidency

#al-jazeera

Privacy professionals

Israeli soldiers raid Al Jazeera office in Ramallah

Israeli forces imposed a 45-day closure on Al Jazeera's West Bank office, aiming to restrict its coverage.

The ban on Al Jazeera reflects broader issues of media freedom in occupied territories.

3 months ago

Black Lives Matter

Al Jazeera in Palestine: A timeline of coverage against all odds

Al Jazeera continues its coverage of Palestine despite significant threats and restrictions, asserting the importance of free journalism in conflict areas.

Miscellaneous

Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank

Fatah banned Al Jazeera in Jenin, citing its coverage of clashes as incitement against Palestinian factions.

Privacy professionals

Israeli soldiers raid Al Jazeera office in Ramallah

Israeli forces imposed a 45-day closure on Al Jazeera's West Bank office, aiming to restrict its coverage.

The ban on Al Jazeera reflects broader issues of media freedom in occupied territories.

3 months ago

Black Lives Matter

Al Jazeera in Palestine: A timeline of coverage against all odds

Al Jazeera continues its coverage of Palestine despite significant threats and restrictions, asserting the importance of free journalism in conflict areas.

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Miscellaneous

Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank

Fatah banned Al Jazeera in Jenin, citing its coverage of clashes as incitement against Palestinian factions.

more#al-jazeera

Miscellaneous

The News That Didn't Make the News in 2024

Workplace fatalities in the U.S. are rising, particularly affecting racial minorities.

Miscellaneous

fromtime.com

Indiana Carries Out Execution in Unusual Secrecy: What to Know

Indiana executed Joseph Corcoran without media witnesses, raising significant concerns about transparency and accountability in the death penalty process.

Digital life

Who Is Yoon Suk-Yeol, South Korea's President?

President Yoon's martial law declaration showcases a deepening divide in South Korea's politics and raises concerns over democracy and media freedom.

#jimmy-lai

Miscellaneous

Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai to take witness stand in collusion trial

Jimmy Lai's collusion trial reflects the erosion of political freedoms in Hong Kong under the national security law.

Digital life

Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong Media Mogul, Takes Stand in National Security Trial

Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy advocate, highlights the importance of media freedom in court during his national security trial.

Miscellaneous

Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai to take witness stand in collusion trial

Jimmy Lai's collusion trial reflects the erosion of political freedoms in Hong Kong under the national security law.

Digital life

Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong Media Mogul, Takes Stand in National Security Trial

Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy advocate, highlights the importance of media freedom in court during his national security trial.

Did the 'L.A. Times' and other news outlets pull punches to appease Trump?

Media outlets are reportedly self-censoring to avoid antagonizing Trump amidst his close polling with Kamala Harris ahead of the elections.

#florida-politics

fromAdvocate.com

Miscellaneous

Florida judge chastises Ron DeSantis for threatening abortion ad: 'It's the First Amendment, stupid'

A Florida judge criticized DeSantis for threatening broadcasters of an abortion rights ad, emphasizing First Amendment protections against such government interference.

fromwww.esquire.com

Miscellaneous

Even John Wilson, One Florida's Top Attorneys Has Had Enough Of Ron DeSantis's Anti-Choice Agenda

Ron DeSantis's administration is accused of threatening media outlets to suppress reproductive rights advocacy, raising First Amendment concerns.

fromAdvocate.com

Miscellaneous

Florida judge chastises Ron DeSantis for threatening abortion ad: 'It's the First Amendment, stupid'

A Florida judge criticized DeSantis for threatening broadcasters of an abortion rights ad, emphasizing First Amendment protections against such government interference.

fromwww.esquire.com

Miscellaneous

Even John Wilson, One Florida's Top Attorneys Has Had Enough Of Ron DeSantis's Anti-Choice Agenda

Ron DeSantis's administration is accused of threatening media outlets to suppress reproductive rights advocacy, raising First Amendment concerns.

more#florida-politics

World politics

Iraq Suspends the Saudi-Owned MBC Channel After Protesters Storm Office

Iraq suspends Saudi-owned MBC Media Group for labeling Iranian-affiliated leaders as terrorists amid public backlash and government pressure, highlighting tensions between pro-Iran factions and diverse Iraqi demographics.

One year in, the Israel-Gaza war has cost more than 120 journalists their lives

The war in Gaza has led to an unprecedented toll on journalists, particularly Palestinians, with 128 deaths recorded over the past year.

Europe news

Does the Israeli military have a clear battle plan?

Israel intensifies military operations in Gaza while targeting media freedoms and preparing for possible reoccupation plans.

fromNieman Lab

One year in, the Israel-Gaza war has cost more than 120 journalists their lives

The war in Gaza has led to an unprecedented toll on journalists, particularly Palestinians, with 128 deaths recorded over the past year.

Europe news

Does the Israeli military have a clear battle plan?

Israel intensifies military operations in Gaza while targeting media freedoms and preparing for possible reoccupation plans.

more#gaza-war

Digital life

Amadou Mahtar M'Bow, 103, Dies; His Tenure Leading UNESCO Was Stormy

Amadou Mahtar M'Bow was the first Black African director of UNESCO but faced critique leading to U.S. and UK withdrawals from the agency.

US news

A Hong Kong court convicts 2 journalists in a landmark sedition case

Hong Kong's conviction of former editors from Stand News marks a critical moment for press freedoms, signaling ongoing repression of dissent in the city.

Gaza and the death of Western journalism

Israel's long history of violently targeting journalists in Gaza continues with the recent killing of two Palestinian journalists, raising concerns about lack of accountability.

Europe news

fromWashington Post

9 months ago

Russia sentences Russian American journalist to 6.5 years

Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva was sentenced to 6½ years in prison for reporting false information about Russia's military, part of a troubling trend of persecution against foreign press by the Kremlin.

Europe news