World Media News

 Published last year:  Kazakh journalist Aidos Sadykov dies following a shooting in Kyiv, prompting calls for investigation from international journalist organizations.

 Published last year:  The Middle East's press freedom journey reflects both significant progress and persistent obstacles, showcasing the resilience of journalists in hostile.

 Published last year:  A Turkish court has sentenced eight Kurdish journalists to over six years in prison, prompting calls from the CPJ to halt baseless prosecutions.

 Published last year:  The UN Working Group declares the detention of journalist Jose Ruben Zamora violates international law and calls for his immediate release.

 Published last year:  The CPJ supports the Haitian government's investigation into prosecutor Ronald Richemond, linked to the murder of journalist Garry Tesse.

 Published last year:  Two Ugandan journalists have been arrested for publishing without a license, prompting calls for their release and reform of media laws.

 Published 1 years ago:  The closed-door trial of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia, drawing condemnation from the Committee to Protect Journalists for injustice.

 Published 1 years ago:  Russia has blocked 81 EU media outlets in a reciprocal move following the EU's ban on Russian broadcasters for disseminating false information.

 Published 1 years ago:  Kenyan journalists are facing violence and detention while covering tax protests, prompting calls for media protection and internet access improvements.

 Published 1 years ago:  Mexican authorities apologized to the family of journalist Gustavo Sanchez Cabrera for their failure to protect him before his murder in 2020.

 Published 1 years ago:  A Russian court has scheduled the trial date for U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich, amid calls for his release by the Committee to Protect Journalists.

 Published 1 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges an investigation into the violent assault of journalist Tatiana Osango in the DRC, demanding accountability.

 Published 1 years ago:  The U.S. media industry faces significant class-action lawsuits for violating the Video Privacy Protection Act by sharing viewer data without consent.

 Published 1 years ago:  The PwC Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2023–2027 report forecasts crucial shifts in the media industry's growth and revenue streams.

 Published 1 years ago:  UNESCO launches 'Journalism Education 2030' to transform journalism training globally, focusing on digital literacy and ethical reporting.

 Published 1 years ago:  A Kenyan government official allegedly threatened to kill journalist Douglas Dindi over his reporting on public health issues in Kakamega County.

 Published 1 years ago:  Warner Bros. Discovery launches its Max streaming service in Latin America, offering diverse content to audiences starting June 8, 2024.

 Published 1 years ago:  Mozambican authorities face calls to investigate assaults on journalists covering pre-election events and ensure press freedom ahead of October elections.

 Published 1 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists demands the immediate release of Sudanese journalist Tariq Abdallah, detained by RSF two weeks ago.

 Published 1 years ago:  Russian authorities confirm the detention of Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchina, prompting calls for her immediate release and protections for reporters.

 Published 1 years ago:  Colombian journalist Edward Alvarez received a death threat linked to his reporting, prompting calls for an investigation and safety measures.

 Published 1 years ago:  Kailash Sirohiya, chairperson of Kantipur Media Group, was arrested in Nepal amid press freedom concerns and allegations against Home Minister Lamichhane.

 Published 12 years ago:  At least 30 journalists are currently reported missing in Syria, highlighting the unprecedented risks they face while covering the civil war.

 Published 12 years ago:  A Mexican sports journalist, Alberto Angulo Gerardo, was shot dead in Sinaloa, leaving three relatives injured during a violent car chase.

 Published 12 years ago:  Two French journalists were kidnapped and killed in Mali, highlighting security issues in the region and raising concerns over foreign intervention.

 Published 12 years ago:  The Guardian received two awards for its investigative coverage of NSA leaks, recognizing its impact in journalism at the Online News Association event.

 Published 12 years ago:  eBay founder Pierre Omidyar supports a new media project with Glenn Greenwald aimed at empowering independent journalists and pursuing truth.

 Published 12 years ago:  A Moroccan editor is under investigation for terrorism after posting an al Qaeda video, raising concerns over press freedom in the country.