Tag: press freedom
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MCMC Probes China Press Over Alleged mistranslation of Agong’s Speech: Section 233 Under Scrutiny
Background: Why the Probe Has Emerged Malaysia’s Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has initiated an investigation into China Press regarding an alleged mistranslation of a speech delivered by Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The probe, which focuses on potential violations of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA), underscores ongoing scrutiny of media accuracy and accountability in…
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Photojournalist Dies Covering Nazarene Procession in Manila
A Tragic Moment During Traslacion A photojournalist died yesterday while documenting activities surrounding the annual Traslacion, the procession that marks the Feast of the Jesus Nazarene in Manila. The incident occurred during a day of heavy crowds, marching bands, and religious fervor that fills the streets with color and emotion each January. Authorities identified the…
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Photojournalist Dies While Covering Manila Traslacion Nazarene Procession
Tragedy in Manila: Photojournalist Dies While Covering Traslacion A photojournalist died yesterday while reporting on the annual Traslacion of the Feast of the Jesus Nazarene in Manila, authorities confirmed. The incident underscored the dangers that journalists face while covering major religious and cultural events where large crowds gather, often in tight and unpredictable conditions. What…
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Prince Harry to Return to UK; No Plans to See the King During Trial
Prince Harry Returns to the UK for High-Profile Trial The Duke of Sussex is set to fly back to London from California this month, as he faces a high-profile legal battle against a major media publisher. The Telegraph understands that the trip will focus on the opening stages of the proceedings related to the Daily…
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Filipino Journalists Among 128 Killed in 2025, IFJ Reports
Overview: A grim tally for 2025 According to the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), the year 2025 saw a troubling global spike in violence against media workers, with 128 journalists and media professionals killed worldwide. Three of these deaths involved Filipinos, underscoring that threats to press freedom and journalist safety are a global issue that…
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Three Filipino Journalists Among 2025 Global Killings, IFJ
Overview: A grim tally for 2025 The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has released a sobering report for 2025: 128 journalists and media workers were killed across the globe. Among these losses, three professionals based in the Philippines were among the fatalities. The annual IFJ tally serves as a stark reminder of the perilous conditions…
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Three Filipino Journalists Among 128 Killed Worldwide in 2025, IFJ Reports
Overview: A grim global toll on journalists in 2025 In a sobering tally, the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) reports that 128 journalists and media workers were killed in 2025 worldwide. The figures underscore the persistent dangers that journalists face as they pursue truth in conflict zones, politically volatile regions, and areas with weak protections…
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Seven Journalists Die in Gombe Auto Crash: A Nation Mourns the Fourth Estate
Tragic Loss Shakes Nigeria’s Newsroom In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s journalistic communities, seven journalists died in a road crash in Gombe State. The accident involved a bus operated for the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), which was transporting members home after a colleague’s wedding in Kaltungo Local Government Area. The…
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Seven Journalists Die In Gombe Auto Crash: Tragedy Strikes Nigerian Press
Tragic Loss for the Nigerian Journalistic Community Seven journalists have died in a road accident in Gombe State, Nigeria, marking a devastating blow to the country’s media community. The group was traveling by bus after attending a colleague’s wedding in Kaltungo Local Government Area when the collision occurred. The incident has sparked an outpouring of…
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The Comedian Behind the “Trump Kennedy Center” Domain Names Has Run Political Parody Sites for Years
Introduction: A Long-Running Satire Engine When the Trump Kennedy Center domain controversy erupted this month, a familiar name flashed across many readers’ feeds: a veteran satire creator who has spent years running political parody sites. The move, involving trumpkennedycenter.org and trumpkennedycenter.com, placed a spotlight on the people who craft wit for the digital age and…