World Media News

 Published last year:  Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal journalist, has been sentenced to 16 years in a Russian penal colony on espionage charges. The trial, condemned as a sham by his employer and the White House, marks the first such conviction of an American journalist in Russia since the Cold War.

 Published last year:  Selina Cheng, recently elected chairperson of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA), was terminated from her position at the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) following pressure to withdraw from the union's election. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) condemns her dismissal.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) is urging Russian authorities to stop prosecuting exiled journalist Masha Gessen and drop all charges. Gessen was convicted in absentia for disseminating 'fake' information about the Russian military and sentenced to eight years in jail.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for the immediate release of Libyan TV host Ahmed al-Sanussi, who was arrested in Tripoli. CPJ condemns the lack of information on his detention and demands his safe return. Al-Sanussi is known for reporting on local politics and government corruption.

 Published last year:  More than 60 media and civil society organizations, including The New York Times, BBC, and CNN, have signed an open letter urging Israel to grant independent access to Gaza for journalists. The Committee to Protect Journalists coordinated the letter amid rising concerns over press freedom and misinformation.

 Published last year:  Explore the challenges and opportunities expat journalists face in the UAE, with insights from Imran Naeem Ahmad, a former Gulf News journalist. Discover the impact of censorship, career prospects, and the reality of working for leading newspapers like Khaleej Times and Gulf News in Dubai.

 Published last year:  In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in news reporting has sparked profound transformations across the global media landscape.

 Published last year:  CPJ urges Jordanian authorities to drop charges against journalist Ahmed Hassan al-Zoubi, citing misuse of the Cybercrime Law to stifle free speech. Learn about the controversy and international reactions.

 Published last year:  Discover the critical role of local news in a globalized world and how grassroots journalism empowers communities, ensures informed citizenship, and strengthens our societal fabric in the age of global connectivity.

 Published last year:  Journalist and government critic Aidos Sadykov succumbed to injuries on July 2 after a shooting in Kyiv. The IFJ, NUJU, and FEJK urge a thorough investigation by Kazakh and Ukrainian authorities.

 Published last year:  Explore the progress and setbacks of press freedom in the Middle East. This article delves into the region's ongoing struggle for media independence, highlighting significant challenges and triumphs.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) urges Turkish authorities not to contest the appeals of eight journalists sentenced to over six years in prison on terrorism charges and calls for an end to the baseless prosecution of journalists. Learn more about the convictions and the appeals process.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists welcomes the UN Working Group's declaration that the imprisonment of Guatemalan journalist Jose Ruben Zamora is arbitrary and calls for his immediate release. CPJ highlights the unjust prosecution faced by Zamora for his investigative reporting on government corruption.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists has welcomed Haiti's decision to place Les Cayes prosecutor Ronald Richemond on leave amid allegations linking him to the murder of journalist Garry Tesse. This move aims to ensure an impartial investigation and signals a commitment to addressing impunity and corruption in Haiti.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Ugandan authorities to release journalists Dickson Mubiru and Alirabaki Sengooba, drop all criminal charges, and reform laws stifling journalism. The journalists face charges for publishing without a broadcasting license.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the trial of U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia as a miscarriage of justice and calls for his immediate release. The trial, held behind closed doors, is based on baseless espionage charges.

 Published last year:  In response to the European Council's ban on Russian media, Russia imposes reciprocal restrictions on several EU media outlets. Discover the list of affected media and the implications of this media conflict.

 Published last year:  he Committee to Protect Journalists urges Kenyan authorities to investigate attacks on journalists covering protests, end media intimidation, and ensure reliable internet access amid ongoing demonstrations against a proposed tax law.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists has welcomed an apology from the Oaxaca and federal government for their failures that led to the murder of journalist Gustavo Sanchez Cabrera. The apology acknowledges the "errors and omissions" that increased risks to Sanchez's life.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) urges Russian authorities to release U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich and drop all charges against him as his trial begins on June 26. Gershkovich has been detained for over 14 months on unfounded espionage charges.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges an impartial investigation into the June 5 assault on journalist Tatiana Osango in Kinshasa, DRC. Osango was attacked for her critical reporting on President Felix Tshisekedi. CPJ calls for accountability to end violence against journalists.

 Published last year:  The U.S. media industry is confronting a wave of VPPA class-action lawsuits alleging illegal data sharing with third parties. These lawsuits could lead to significant changes in how media companies handle consumer data privacy.

 Published last year:  Discover the latest insights from PwC’s Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2023–2027, highlighting shifts in revenue, the rise of digital transformation, and the increasing role of AI in the media industry.

 Published last year:  UNESCO launches the "Journalism Education 2030" initiative to enhance journalism training worldwide, focusing on digital literacy and combating misinformation. Discover more about this groundbreaking project aimed at preparing the next generation of journalists.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists has called on Kenyan authorities to investigate allegations that a government official threatened to kill journalist Douglas Dindi over his reporting on local ambulance services. Read more about the incident and the ongoing investigation.

 Published last year:  Warner Bros. Discovery has launched its Max streaming service in Latin America, marking a significant expansion in the global streaming market. The new service aims to provide a diverse range of content to Latin American audiences.

 Published last year:  Amid pre-election events in Mozambique, journalists face harassment and assault, prompting calls for investigation and protection of press freedom by the Committee to Protect Journalists.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists calls for the immediate release of Sudanese journalist Tariq Abdallah, detained by the Rapid Support Forces. CPJ condemns the RSF's actions and demands his safe return.