Poynter Report special edition: The Pulitzer Prizes - Poynter
The Pulitzer board met at The Associated Press in NYC due to pro-Palestinian protests, highlighting the recognition of journalists' work covering the war in Gaza. [ more ]
David Cameron calls on Hong Kong to release Jimmy Lai
Foreign secretary David Cameron called for the release of pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai as his high-profile national security trial began in Hong Kong.
Critics have accused the Hong Kong authorities of weaponizing the new national security law to throttle the pro-democracy movement. [ more ]
Publishers and editors call on Conservative Party to scrap conference fees
Editors are calling on the Conservative Party to scrap undemocratic and detrimental fees imposed on the media for attending its annual conference.National, regional and international news outlets are refusing to sign up to the conference in the autumn following the decision by the party to implement a fee for reporting on the event.
An Essential Intervention on Behalf of Embattled Palestinian Journalists
Palestinian journalists are facing unprecedented levels of violence and danger in their coverage of the conflict in Gaza.
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is providing $300,000 in emergency funding to support Palestinian journalists with equipment replacement, shelter, food, and medical supplies. [ more ]
Telegraph takeover: UK planning new laws to prevent foreign states owning assets
The UK government plans to introduce legislation to prevent foreign ownership of UK newspapers and magazines, potentially affecting a 600m sale of the Telegraph to a UAE-backed consortium.
Tory MPs and peers have opposed the planned takeover of UK media by a UAE-funded consortium, raising concerns about press freedom and foreign state influence. [ more ]
Lawyers for jailed Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai ask Rishi Sunak for urgent meeting
Lawyers for the Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai has have requested an an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of his trial on national security charges.The 75-year-old founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily potentially faces a life term in one of the most high-profile cases by Hong Kong authorities as part of a crackdown on the city's pro-democracy movement.
The U.S. says it wants to rejoin UNESCO after exiting during the Trump administration
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay delivers a speech Monday at the group's headquarters in Paris to announce the United States' request to resume membership in the organization.Alain Jocard/AFP via Getty Images The U.S. may soon rejoin UNESCO several years after exiting the body, in part because of what the Trump administration called a bias against Israel.
Tax authorities in India raid the BBC weeks after it aired critical Modi documentary
The raids on local offices of the BBC continue for a second day, weeks after it released a documentary critical of Prime Minister Modi.The move again raised concerns about press freedom.ASMA KHALID, HOST: Less than a month after the BBC released a documentary critical of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, tax authorities raided the British broadcaster's offices in Mumbai and Delhi.
US secretly issued subpoena to access Guardian reporter's phone records
The US justice department secretly issued a subpoena to gain access to details of the phone account of a Guardian reporter as part of an aggressive leak investigation into media stories about an official inquiry into the Trump administration's child separation policy at the southern border.
Raid on Turkish journalists in Germany angers Ankara DW 05/17/2023
Turkey said on Wednesday that it summoned the German ambassador to protest a police operation against Turkish journalists operating in Germany.Some early media reports spoke of the journalists' "arrest," although a statement from police and prosecutors later on Wednesday suggested they were briefly detained during a search operation and then released, but at no point were formally under arrest.
Visitors to Commons forced to hand over leaflets on press freedom in Hong Kong
Parliamentary security guards confiscated reports and leaflets about Hong Kong from attenders of an event in Westminster in case they caused political upset, the Guardian has learned, in a move condemned by a senior Conservative MP as completely daft.Officers on the parliamentary estate forced people attending a meeting of the all-party parliamentary group on Hong Kong last Monday to hand over copies of a report by the group about press freedom there, as well as leaflets campaigning for the release of the media tycoon Jimmy Lai.
Protesters and police clash in Georgia for second day over foreign agents' law
Police in the Georgian capital Tbilisi used tear gas, water cannon and stun grenades late on Wednesday as they moved to break up the second straight day of protests against a foreign agents law which critics say would limit press freedom and undercut the country's efforts to become a candidate for EU membership.
Perhaps no phrase was more ubiquitous or misunderstood in 2022 than "quiet quitting."While the idea of employees mailing it in en masse had many HR departments squirming, the reality of the trend is more nuanced.Quiet quitting isn't about the downfall of ambition.It's a symptom of the pandemic's emotional whiplash and the inevitable blowback of burnout.
Journalists will band together to fight intimidation
Earlier this month, a group of journalists at the independent Central American news outlet El Faro joined forces with the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University to file a lawsuit in U.S. federal court.The subject of the suit: the Israeli company NSO Group, whose Pegasus spyware is sold to governments around the world and, the complaint alleges, was used in violation of U.S. law to penetrate the journalists' iPhones and monitor their activities.
Editors call on Government to exempt press from data protection laws
A group of British newspaper editors have called on the Government to save the UK's media from the Information Commissioner's proposed data protection and journalism code of practice.Editors from the Daily Telegraph, The Times and Mail Newspapers have written to Culture Secretary Michelle Donelan and Justice Secretary Dominic Raab asking they use the Government's proposed Bill of Rights to exempt the UK's media from the shackles of data protection law.
UK summons Chinese ambassador over unacceptable' arrest of BBC journalist
China's ambassador to the UK has been summoned to the Foreign Office amid a diplomatic row over the arrest and alleged beating of a BBC journalist covering Covid protests in Shanghai, according to a UK Government source.Zheng Zeguang has been called by Foreign Secretary James Cleverly over the treatment of cameraman Edward Lawrence, who the BBC said was beaten and kicked by police in the Chinese city.
Chief constable tells wrongly arrested LBC journalist: I am truly sorry
A chief constable has told a journalist wrongly arrested while covering Just Stop Oil protests he is truly sorry for his officers' actions.Charlie Hall, who leads Hertfordshire Police, wrote to LBC reporter Charlotte Lynch admitting on this occasion we clearly got things wrong.The force was heavily criticised after Ms Lynch described being handcuffed and left in a cell on suspicion of conspiracy to commit public nuisance despite showing officers officially recognised media accreditation.
Calls for Government to rethink Public Order Bill after journalist arrests
Campaigners have called on the Government to rethink its plans to change protest laws after journalists covering Just Stop Oil demonstrations were arrested.Civil liberties groups including Liberty, Big Brother Watch, Amnesty International UK and the National Union of Journalists wrote to Home Secretary Suella Braverman to express concern about the incidents and urged her to pause and rethink the Public Order Bill, which is currently going through Parliament.
Opinion: I will be watching the World Cup DW 11/19/2022
The Qatar World Cup is the most expensive everImage: ORF Are you watching the World Cup?This seemingly innocuous question has become one of the most divisive of the moment.Where once it was taboo to talk about politics and religion at the dinner table, right now it is football that is off-limits.Relatives, friends and colleagues are divided on the matter wondering whether they should watch the matches, ignore the whole tournament, or even go out to protest.
Live Updates: King Charles Is Set to Formally Accede to Throne
In addition to her duties as the head of the British monarchy, Queen Elizabeth II also served as the head of the Commonwealth, a separate entity with member countries across the globe.
Shut Out: Strategies for good journalism when sources dismiss the press - Poynter
Journalists face increasing challenges accessing sources due to tactics aimed at denying, delaying, and distracting them, impacting independent reporting and civic engagement. [ more ]
Gaza war is deadliest conflict for journalists in over 30 years, press advocates say
Palestinian journalist Ayat Khaddoura was killed in an Israeli airstrike on her home in Gaza, making her one of the many journalists who have died during the Israel-Gaza war.
The Committee to Protect Journalists states that the Israel-Gaza war has resulted in the deadliest month for journalists since 1992, with a majority of the deaths being Palestinian journalists. [ more ]
Detention of independent journalist, activists at UCLA draws outcry over press freedom
The detention of independent journalist and police critic at UCLA amid Gaza war protests raised concerns among legal experts and press organizations. [ more ]
New York Times And Some of Its Top Reporters Fires Back At Politico Report Alleging Feud With Biden
The article discusses the cold war between President Biden and The New York Times, centered around the Times allegedly encouraging negative stories about Biden retaliating for not agreeing to an interview. [ more ]
Far-right AfD: How should German media deal with the party? DW 05/02/2024
The German constitution guarantees press freedom and a diverse media landscape. Public broadcasters are funded by a license fee, while private outlets rely on sales and advertising revenue. [ more ]
Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism' DW 04/28/2024
Russian journalists Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin, who previously worked for DW and other international media, have been arrested on extremism accusations related to Navalny's YouTube channel. [ more ]
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 ]
Gaza war propels journalist deaths toward annual record - report
The number of journalists killed around the world last year was close to an all-time annual high, with the war in Gaza being the largest cause of the surge.
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has raised concerns about the apparent targeting of journalists by the Israeli military. [ more ]
Journalist safety training isn't limited to war reporters
Journalist safety in the United States is declining, with increased harassment, threats, and violence against journalists.
Journalists, including women, nonbinary, and journalists of color, face disproportionate online targeting and are considering leaving the profession due to threats. [ more ]
A court in Guatemala has sentenced a prominent journalist to 6 years in jail
Guatemalan journalist Jose Ruben Zamora, president of the newspaper El Periodico, arrives handcuffed and under police escort to listen to a Guatemalan court's ruling in a case against him, at the Palace of Justice in Guatemala City, on Wednesday.Johan Ordonez/AFP via Getty Images One of Guatemala's most prominent journalists has been sentenced to six years in prison for money laundering, in a trial condemned by press freedom and human rights advocates.
Defending press freedom, an eye on China and more on Ukraine's grain: What to watch for this week.
Russia faces growing calls to release Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter who has been jailed for over a month on espionage charges that the United States considers bogus.President Biden used his speech at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday in Washington to denounce Mr. Gershkovich's detention, which the United States has declared wrongful, and to stress the importance of press freedom.
Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Shelling Kills Civilians Near Front Line in Eastern Ukraine
Russia cracks down on the free press and outlaws Meduza, a leading independent news site.Journalists for the independent news site Meduza in an apartment office in Riga, Latvia, in 2021.Credit...Janis Pipars for The New York Times Russian officials continued their campaign to stifle press freedom on Thursday, labeling the independent news website Meduza an undesirable organization and effectively outlawing its content.
Amid wartime repression, pro-Putin candidates sweep to victory in regional and local elections.
Against a backdrop of tightening press freedom and repression amid the war in Ukraine, Russians voted overwhelmingly for pro-Kremlin candidates in regional and municipal elections over the weekend, according to results published on Monday.
German ballet director fired over feces attack on critic
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The Hannover State Opera said Thursday that it is ending its contract with ballet director Marco Goecke after he smeared dog feces on the face of a newspaper critic whose reviews he had taken exception to.
George Santos Is Accused of Sexual Harassment in His Capitol Office
A prospective congressional aide has accused Representative George Santos of ethics violations and sexual harassment, according to a letter the man sent to the House Committee on Ethics and posted to Twitter on Friday.The man, Derek Myers, briefly worked in Mr. Santos's office before his job offer was rescinded earlier this week, according to the letter.
Russia cracks down on the free press and outlaws Meduza, a leading independent news site.
Russian officials continued their campaign to stifle press freedom on Thursday, labeling the independent news website Meduza an undesirable organization and effectively outlawing its content.The move made Meduza the latest journalistic outlet to fall victim to the Kremlin's efforts to suppress criticism.
Nearly 1,700 journalists killed over past 20 years: RSF
A Reporters Without Borders report says the last two decades have been especially deadly' for journalists.Nearly 1,700 journalists have been killed worldwide over the past 20 years, an average of more than 80 a year, according to an analysis published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF).The two decades between 2003 and 2022 were especially deadly decades for those in the service of the right to inform, said the Paris-based media rights campaigners.
Nearly 1,700 journalists killed over past 20 years, says Reporters Without Borders
Photos of slain journalists are displayed on a wall during a vigil to protest the murder of journalist Fredid Roman outside Mexico's Attorney General's office in Mexico City, August 24, 2022.Eduardo Verdugo, AP Nearly 1,700 journalists have been killed worldwide over the past 20 years, an average of more than 80 a year, according to an analysis published by Reporters Without Borders.
Journalists in Somalia slam government restrictions, arrests
NAIROBI, Kenya - Journalists in Somalia say the government is further restricting their work amid a significant military offensive against the al-Shabab extremist group, with a new directive to submit content for approval before publication.Are you on Telegram?Subscribe to our channel for the latest updates on Russia's war in Ukraine.
European Commission recommends keeping Hungary funds on ice DW 11/30/2022
16 minutes ago16 minutes ago The EU executive has recommended that funds for Hungary remain frozen amid a long-running dispute over corruption and democratic reforms.But it also offered hope of a resolution if Hungary's latest changes take effect.The European Commission recommended on Wednesday that a total of roughly 13 billion (roughly $13.5 billion) in funds for Hungary be withheld, at least in the short term.
Hertfordshire Police admit arresting journalist at oil protest was unnecessary
A police force has admitted the arrest of a journalist who was handcuffed and held in custody for five hours after covering an environmental protest was unnecessary.Charlotte Lynch, of LBC, told of her terrifying five hours in a police cell, a day after documentary maker Rich Felgate and photographer Tom Bowles were arrested for reporting on the activists on the M25 in Hertfordshire.
PM joins police chiefs in calling for press freedom after Just Stop Oil arrests
Rishi Sunak has joined police chiefs in calling for press freedom after it emerged journalists have been arrested and held in custody during Just Stop Oil protests.Charlotte Lynch, of LBC, told of her terrifying five hours in a police cell, a day after documentary maker Rich Felgate and photographer Tom Bowles were arrested for reporting on the activists on the M25 in Hertfordshire.
Journalist tells of terrifying' five hours in cell after Just Stop Oil arrest
A radio journalist has spoken of the terrifying five hours she endured in a police cell after being arrested while reporting on a Just Stop Oil protest.Charlotte Lynch, of LBC, had been reporting on the activists from a road bridge over junction 21 of the M25, in Hertfordshire, on Tuesday, for around 45 minutes when she was approached and questioned by two officers.
Canada's public broadcaster, CBC, shutting Beijing bureau
CBC says it can't get visas for journalists' to work in China as permanent correspondents, prompting bureau closure.The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) has announced it is shutting its bureau in China after more than four decades, citing an ongoing, years-long wait for work visas for its reporters in Beijing.
ANALYSIS | As Afghans go hungry, the West contends with the Taliban's broken promises | CBC News
A year ago today, as rifle-toting Taliban were rolling into Kabul, a flood of questions coursed through the mind of Deborah Lyons, Canada's former ambassador to Afghanistan.