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Press freedom

The United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights protects media freedom. The UN has declared May 3 World Press Freedom Day. A free and independent media landscape is a fundamental characteristic of democracies.

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April 28, 2024

Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism'

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How should the German media deal with the AfD?

How should the German media deal with the AfD?

Whether public or private, German media outlets have struggled to find a way to report about the far-right party.
PoliticsMay 2, 2024
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Why a free press is vital for development in Africa

Why a free press is vital for development in Africa

Press freedom isn't just a democratic principle. Observers say it's a non-negotiable catalyst for Africa's development.
SocietyMay 2, 202401:41 min
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame gestures as he sits at a desk with a microphone in front of him

Rwanda explained: From politics to human rights to migration

Rwanda explained: From politics to human rights to migration

Rwanda is "pleased" about the UK planning to send irregular asylum seekers. But many are concerned about the policy.
PoliticsApril 23, 2024
A smartphone shows various social media icons with words like 'deepfake' and 'manipulation' shown behind it

Is YouTube India's next battleground for free speech?

Is YouTube India's next battleground for free speech?

As journalists and commentators migrate to YouTube, Indian officials are tweaking media laws to expand their reach.
PoliticsApril 15, 2024
Mali's junta leader Assimi Goita

Mali widens crackdown on politics, media

Mali widens crackdown on politics, media

The ruling junta has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life.
PoliticsApril 13, 2024
A bookstore in Hong Kong with a slogan above its door that reads "Ideas are bulletproof"

Hong Kong bookstores face more censorship, less freedom

Hong Kong bookstores face more censorship, less freedom

After Hong Kong passed a new national security law, more liberal-minded bookstores are being forced to close.
SocietyApril 2, 202403:13 min
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Israeli and Arab activists gather to hold a demonstration to demand a cease-fire for Gaza

Arab Israelis battle repression amid Israel-Hamas conflict

For Israel's Arab minority, life was complicated enough before the war. But now, things are even harder.
Freedom of SpeechMarch 26, 2024
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China's crackdown is damaging Hong Kong's economy

The Chinese city has widened a Beijing-imposed security law that could cause more multinationals to flee.
TradeMarch 20, 2024
pregnant woman casting her vote during the parliamentary election August 29, 2022

Democracies under threat around the globe

In the last two years alone, votes in 25 countries have been less free and fair than before, according to a new study.
PoliticsMarch 19, 2024