Veteran AP Journalist Daniela Petroff Dies at 80
#Journalism #ObituaryDaniela Petroff, the Associated Press fashion and Vatican reporter, has died in Rome at 80. She shaped AP's coverage for nearly four decades with style and wit, launching its Milan fashion report and authoritatively covering designers and the Vatican. read more
Hunter S. Thompsons Death Ruled Suicide Again
#HunterSThompson #JournalismA Colorado review confirms journalist Hunter S. Thompson's 2005 death was a suicide, reaffirming the original investigation. His wife thanked authorities, stating this allows loved ones to move forward. read more
Donald Trump Criticizes Journalist for Presidential Election Error
#Trump #JournalismDonald Trump criticized a journalist for not knowing he won the presidency three times, a claim he has made despite only winning twice. The journalist in question, Ashley Parker, has actually won three Pulitzer Prizes. read more
Longtime AP Correspondent Reid G. Miller Remembered for Legacy
#AP #JournalismReid G. Miller, longtime AP international correspondent and editor, known for his adventurous spirit, has passed away at 90. He reported on significant global events, surviving a bombing in Nicaragua and playing a key role in securing a kidnapped colleague's release in Somalia. read more
"Journalist Faces Account Restrictions After Investigating Elon Musk Rumors"
#Journalism #CensorshipJournalist's account on X reportedly restricted after debunking Elon Musk sock puppet rumors with 1.5 million views. Musk bans reporter for disproving claims, restricting access to the article. Critics accuse Musk of censorship, impacting free speech. read more
"Keir Starmer Champions Press Freedom in British Democracy"
#PressFreedom #JournalismKeir Starmer emphasizes the importance of journalism as the foundation of democracy, promising to protect press freedom against threats like online abuse and strategic lawsuits. He vows to support the media industry and uphold democratic values. read more
BBC Faces Backlash as Journalists Depart Amid Budget Cuts
#BBC #journalismKate Lamble, among 100 journalists leaving the BBC due to budget cuts, was known for her Grenfell Tower coverage. Cuts impact investigative journalism, favoring quick stories. Despite BBC's reasoning, community voices and detailed reporting are being lost. read more
AI Fabrication Leads to Journalist's Resignation in Wyoming Newspaper
#AI #journalismReporter resigns after rival journalist discovers he used artificial intelligence to fabricate quotes and stories; the use of generative AI in creating news articles raises concerns about the reliability and authenticity of journalism. read more
#Russia #Journalism
American journalist Evan Gershkovich stood trial in Russia on espionage charges, denied by him, his employer, and the US government. The closed court session in Yekaterinburg launched the case, with Gershkovich facing a potential 20-year sentence if convicted, sparking concerns about press freedom. read more
#WashingtonPost #journalism
Will Lewis, the new publisher of the struggling Washington Post, has faced backlash from the talented journalistic staff due to his heavy-handed decisions, including abrupt leadership changes. Journalists demand transparency and respect, crucial for the paper to succeed again. read more
#Journalism #PressFreedom
Russian journalist from Forbes magazine, Sergei Mingazov, is under house arrest for sharing a social media post about Russian army activities in Bucha, Ukraine in 2022. The post allegedly contained false information, leading to his detention by a Russian court. read more
#Italy #Journalism
Journalists at Italy's state broadcaster plan to strike against government censorship by the right-wing administration, citing control over media content. The strike follows the last-minute cancellation of an appearance by an anti-fascist writer, sparking concerns over political interference. read more