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Published on Jan 17, 2025

Pakistan: Network of Women Journalists for Digital Rights condemns ongoing online harassment against Asma Shirazi

Journalist Asma Shirazi is once again targeted by a gendered disinformation campaign perpetrated by well-entrenched political forces. This statement was originally published on digitalrightsfoundation.pk on 10 January 2025. The Network of Women Journalists …

Source: IFEX - Neutral
Published on Jan 17, 2025

IPI announces Scott Griffen as new executive director

The International Press Institute (IPI) today announced Scott Griffen as its new executive director. Griffen has been the organization’s interim director since June 2024. Griffen’s appointment comes at an increasingly perilous time for press freedom and …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Jan 16, 2025

CNN’s Jim Acosta Rebukes Trump in Defense of Free Press: ‘Not the Enemy of the People — We Are Defenders of the People’

CNN anchor Jim Acosta praised President Joe Biden for his farewell message and added a rebuke of President-elect Donald Trump as he defended and celebrated the free press on his show on Thursday. Biden took to the Oval Office Wednesday night to deliver a …

Source: Mediaite - New York - Left-wing
Published on Jan 16, 2025

An inside look at Trump's bigger and better inauguration: From a garbage truck parade to the YMCA

Rappers, billionaire tech titans, country music sensations, The Village People and a very famous garbage truck are set to make President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration bigger and better than ever before. The newly sworn-in president and …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jan 17, 2025

Apple pulls AI feature after misleading and false headlines get published

Apple has faced another setback when it comes to its artificial intelligence offerings. The tech giant is reportedly temporarily pulling its newly introduced AI feature that summarizes news notifications after it repeatedly sent users error-filled …

Source: The American Bazaar - Center-left
Published on Jan 17, 2025

Jimmy Lai paid ex-US officials US$3.25 million to advise Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen, prosecutors tell national security trial

Prosecutors have accused jailed media tycoon Jimmy Lai of paying two former US officials US$3.25 million (HK$25.3 million) to brief ex-Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen about Washington’s attitude towards the self-ruled island.Jimmy Lai in 2020. Photo: HKFP. …

Source: Hong Kong Free Press - Center-left
Published on Jan 17, 2025

No recruitment in PH refinery, NNPC warns

1 hour ago Major stakeholders from the old Ijebu Province have resolved to set up a harmonisation committee to settle differences as they pursue their quest to create a new state among the federation's states. This decision was reached at a …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Outgoing FCC Chair Warns Agency Should Not Be ‘President’s Free Speech Police’ or ‘Journalism’s Censor in Chief’

January 16, 2025 @ 8:42 AM Federal Communications Commission chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has dismissed four complaints against local TV stations that “seek to weaponize” the agency and are “at odds” with the First Amendment. “We draw a bright line at a …

Source: The Wrap - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Children's hunger and police brutality in Angola worry Human Rights Watch

In the document to which Lusa had access, the human rights Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) highlights that children continued to be the main victims of the drought and food crisis, with 38 percent of Angolan children suffering from chronic malnutrition …

Source: Ver Angola - Neutral
Published on Jan 17, 2025

CPJ finds Israel one of the top three jailers of journalists

The CPJ found that Israel is holding 43 journalists in detention amid the Gaza war [GETTY] Israel, China and Myanmar were the top three countries detaining journalists in 2024 – according to a report by press freedom organisation Committee to Protect …

Source: The New Arab - Center-left
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Outgoing FCC Chair Dismisses Complaints Against TV Stations That ‘Seek to Weaponize’ Agency: ‘The FCC Should Not Be the ...

In one of her final acts as head of the FCC, chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel ordered the agency to reject four complaints and petitions against local TV stations — which she says represent politically motivated efforts “to curtail freedom of the press and …

Source: Variety - Label Pending
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Outgoing FCC Chair Dismisses Complaints Against TV Stations That ‘Seek to Weaponize’ Agency: ‘The FCC Should Not Be the ...

In one of her final acts as head of the FCC, chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel ordered the agency to reject four complaints and petitions against local TV stations — which she says represent politically motivated efforts “to curtail freedom of the press and …

Source: Variety - Neutral
Published on Jan 17, 2025

Writer dragged out of Blinken's final press conference: 'You're hurting me!'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference interruped by reporter questioning U.S. policy in Gaza. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference quickly devolved into chaos Thursday after reporters had to be forcibly …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Jan 17, 2025

6 Kurdish journalists detained in police raids in Turkey

Turkish police conducted a series of home raids in İstanbul, the eastern province of Van and the southern province of Mersin on Friday, resulting in the detention of six Kurdish journalists, Turkish Minute reported. The detainees include Reyhan Hacıoğlu, a …

Source: Stockholm Center for Freedom - Left-wing
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Exiting FCC Chair Warns That Agency “Should Not Be The President’s Speech Police” As Broadcast News Complaints Are ...

The departing chairwoman of the FCC, Jessica Rosenworcel, warned of efforts to tie the broadcast station license renewals to news content, as the agency dismissed a series of complaints brought from the left and the right. She did not name incoming …

Source: Deadline - Neutral
Published on Jan 16, 2025

Outgoing FCC chair rejects high-profile TV petitions as attempt to ‘weaponize’ government

New York CNN — The outgoing Democratic chair of the Federal Communications Commission is taking bold action on the way out the door, rejecting what she described as four efforts to weaponize the government’s TV licensing authority for political purposes. …

Source: CNN - Neutral
Published on Jan 16, 2025

‘The lawsuit is the punishment’: Reflections on Trump v. Selzer — First Amendment News 453

“I spent a couple of bucks on legal fees, and they spent a whole lot more. I did it to make his life miserable, which I’m happy about.” — Donald J. Trump That is the kind of mindset that lies in wait to ambush First Amendment values. Its aim: punitive. Its …

Source: Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) - Label Pending
Published on Jan 17, 2025

Justice remains elusive 18 years after murder of journalist Hrant Dink: RSF

Erol Önderoğlu, Turkey representative of Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has condemned the lack of full accountability for the murder of Turkish-Armenian journalist Hrant Dink, saying that many responsible parties have yet to face justice 18 years after …

Source: Stockholm Center for Freedom - Left-wing
Published on Jan 17, 2025

Liberia Under Boakai: Democracy in Crisis

Monrovia – Liberia’s fragile democracy is facing an unprecedented test under the leadership of President Joseph N. Boakai, who assumed office in January 2024. Over the past 12 months, his administration has faced mounting accusations of undermining the …

Source: Front Page Africa - Neutral

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Weaving memory: Art as a spiritual bridge between families and their missing loved ones

Arlet Miranda, president of the Guatemalan Association of Relatives of Missing Migrants (AFAMIDEG), shared the story of the tireless search for her brother Jaime Jernot Miranda Orozco, led by her mother, Miriam Orozco. Jaime, a bright young man who loved …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 08:21 GMT

Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC helps facilitate release of 3 hostages and 90 detainees, bringing hope and ...

“We are relieved that those released can be reunited with their loved ones,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “Ensuring their safe return and providing the necessary care at this critical moment is a great responsibility. This operation is a powerful …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Oxfam reaction to Bloomberg investigation into patients detained and denied care at hospitals funded by the World Bank

In response to the publication today of Bloomberg’s investigation into human rights abuses alleged to have been committed in private hospitals funded by the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) and development finance institutions ( …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 05:53 GMT

Billionaire wealth surges by $2 trillion in 2024, three times faster than the year before, while the number of people ...

Oxfam predicts there will be at least five trillionaires a decade from now. 204 new billionaires were minted in 2024, nearly four every week. Sixty percent of billionaire wealth is now derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections, as …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on January 16, 2025 - 21:08 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: Criticism over EU transfer of € 1 billion to Egypt for ‘credible steps’ on democracy and human ...

Critics have argued that EU aid to Egypt strengthens President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s authoritarian rule and enables the repression of refugees and dissidents. Libyan authorities have deported more than 600 people to Niger. NGOs and advocates in have …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on January 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Newfront Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

San Francisco, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

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Published on January 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Again Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate ...

EAGAN, Minn., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fifth consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) has received a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI is …

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Published on January 7, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Rapid7 Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

BOSTON, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rapid7, Inc., (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in extended risk and threat detection, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 18:26 GMT

Canada’s Housing Crisis: A Proposal for 6M Homes in a Decade

A proposal from E. Sniedzins to build 6M affordable modular homes in 10 years could transform Canada’s housing crisis. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A proposal to address Canada’s housing crisis through the …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 18:03 GMT

TravelingWiki Foundation Spends Third Year in a Row at YMCA of Des Moines MLK Prayer Breakfast to Support Iowa Resources

Engagement as part of TravelingWiki Foundation's Third Consecutive YMCA of Des Moines MLK Prayer Breakfast Incl. Community, Religious, Education & Other Leaders DES MOINES, IA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 17:33 GMT

Times of My Life Virtual Biographer Launches ‘Witness to History’ Story to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr.

Preserving the personal experiences of those who fought for equality, justice, and freedom during one of the most transformative periods in American history. LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In honor of …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

$PROGA Crypto Token Launching to Fund Progressive Voices and Defend Democratic Principles

$PROGA token launches January 20, 2025, to fund progressive media, influencers, and groups committed to equality and democratic values. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A collective of everyday Americans …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Butterbrain Releases New Video For The Song "Hold Tight"

The video is the directorial debut of Raph Copeland (Copeland Technology LLC) with visuals that capture the song's strong message about concern and despair QUEENS, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York City's …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Navigate Social Security With Legal Guidance and Resources

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Social Security benefits are a vital source of financial security for millions of Americans. However, figuring out the application and appeals process can be complex and daunting. …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Plant-Based Streaming TV Network Launches FAST Channel to Broaden Reach Globally

SoFast Powers UNCHAINEDTV: The Only FAST Channel Dedicated to a Sustainable, Plant-Based Lifestyle HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UnchainedTV, the groundbreaking streaming channel that delivers 24/7 …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on January 20, 2025 - 14:22 GMT

LawyersInIsrael.org Connects Clients with Legal Professionals Across Israel

LawyersInIsrael.org Connects Clients with Expert Legal Representation and Offers Law Firms a Platform to Reach Potential Clients Across Israel. MINSK, BELARUS, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LawyersInIsrael.org helps individuals and …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

NYU Social Work Professor Pia Hargrove Receives President’s Volunteer Service Award

The non-profit founder of Creating Legacies is recognized by the Biden Administration for devoting thousands of hours to benefit the lives of others. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed Master Social …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Monarch House Ltd, A Canadian Behavioural Health Network Announces The Opening Of Its 16th Clinic In Whitby, Ontario

Our team of behavior analysts, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health professionals provide home and centre based services. WHITBY, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This new clinic …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Weaving memory: Art as a spiritual bridge between families and their missing loved ones

Arlet Miranda, president of the Guatemalan Association of Relatives of Missing Migrants (AFAMIDEG), shared the story of the tireless search for her brother Jaime Jernot Miranda Orozco, led by her mother, Miriam Orozco. Jaime, a bright young man who loved …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 19, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

Americans United Against Destructive Driving (AUADD) Celebrates 22 Years of Impactful Human Services Programs

AUADD, a 22 year old highway safety charity, is proud of their decades long dedication to human services, regardless of a person's circumstances. BURR RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans United Against …

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Published on January 19, 2025 - 23:06 GMT

Advocating for Native American Rights, A 50+ Year Journey Still Underway with John Echohawk

John Echohawk and the Native American Rights Fund successfully assert and defend the most important rights of Indians and tribes in hundreds of major cases. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 08:21 GMT

Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC helps facilitate release of 3 hostages and 90 detainees, bringing hope and ...

“We are relieved that those released can be reunited with their loved ones,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “Ensuring their safe return and providing the necessary care at this critical moment is a great responsibility. This operation is a powerful …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 20, 2025 - 05:53 GMT

Billionaire wealth surges by $2 trillion in 2024, three times faster than the year before, while the number of people ...

Oxfam predicts there will be at least five trillionaires a decade from now. 204 new billionaires were minted in 2024, nearly four every week. Sixty percent of billionaire wealth is now derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections, as …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Billionaire wealth in the EU surges by nearly €400 million per day in 2024, with a new billionaire nearly every week

74% of billionaire wealth in the EU is derived from inheritance, monopoly power or crony connections. Richest 1% in 12 EU countries extracted €84.4 billion from the Global South in 2023. Oxfam predicts there will be at least 5 trillionaires worldwide a …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Oxfam reaction to Bloomberg investigation into patients detained and denied care at hospitals funded by the World Bank

In response to the publication today of Bloomberg’s investigation into human rights abuses alleged to have been committed in private hospitals funded by the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) and development finance institutions ( …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Receives the Prestigious White Rose Society Award

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to announce that our co-founder and president, Anila Ali, has been honored with the …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 15:33 GMT

(video)Prominent Global Leaders Unite in Support of Resistance and Democracy in Iran

Liz Truss urged strict sanctions, enforcement and backing for the Iranian Resistance. She praised protesters and the NCRI’s democratic vision for Iran’s future. PARIS, FRANCE, January 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council of …

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Published on January 18, 2025 - 15:12 GMT

Sikh Reference Library USA Honors Mr. Raja Waqar with Prestigious Gold Medal

Breaking Barriers: Mr. Raja Waqar’s dedication to Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Ji earns him the prestigious Gold Medal. A symbol of unity & humanity. MANTECA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sikh Reference Library …

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