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Ten recommendations for Elon Musk for combatting the “digital nightmare” and for reinforcing journalism and information
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/23/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/23/22

Ten recommendations for Elon Musk for combatting the “digital nightmare” and for reinforcing journalism and information

The report points to major needs, such as a declaration of the specific rights and duties of account owners.

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Freelance reporter sentenced to two years in prison in Myanmar
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/23/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/23/22

Freelance reporter sentenced to two years in prison in Myanmar

Myanmar is ranked 176th out of 180 countries in RSF's 2022 World Press Freedom Index.

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Media Climate in Albania Worsening, Press Freedom Advocates Say
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

Media Climate in Albania Worsening, Press Freedom Advocates Say

In 2022, Albania fell 20 places in the press freedom index compiled by international watchdog Reporters Without Borders, from 83rd to 103rd place.

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A fight for journalists ... and for the public
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

A fight for journalists ... and for the public

Susan Seager founded the Press Freedom Project with fellow UCI law professor Jack Lerner in 2018.

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A number of countries have urged the Marcos government to decriminalize libel and ensure the freedom of the press in the Philippines
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

A number of countries have urged the Marcos government to decriminalize libel and ensure the freedom of the press in the Philippines

Protection for journalists takes center stage at the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) in the United Nations.

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A journalist in Ohio faces wiretapping charges
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

A journalist in Ohio faces wiretapping charges

This prosecution is flagrantly unconstitutional.

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During the World Cup in Qatar, FIFA should not allow the press freedom to be stifled
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

During the World Cup in Qatar, FIFA should not allow the press freedom to be stifled

Appeal by RSF and unions of sports journalists on eve of kick-off.

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After filming a Zambian police raid on the home of a politician, Muvi TV journalists were arrested and fined
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

After filming a Zambian police raid on the home of a politician, Muvi TV journalists were arrested and fined

Police initially intended to charge the journalists with obstruction of police under the penal code.

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The leader of South Korea suspends his question and answer session with reporters following a media dispute 
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

The leader of South Korea suspends his question and answer session with reporters following a media dispute 

Yoon's office said MBC was banned because of its "repeated distortion and biased reporting" on diplomatic issues.

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Pakistan investigates a rare media leak concerning the wealth of its powerful army chief
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/21/22

Pakistan investigates a rare media leak concerning the wealth of its powerful army chief

Criticizing the military or its leadership is an extremely sensitive issue in Pakistan.

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As concerns grow over press freedom in South Korea, funding is cut to a broadcaster
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22

As concerns grow over press freedom in South Korea, funding is cut to a broadcaster

The latest move comes as the conservative Yoon government has appeared to restrict press freedoms.

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Even against its closest allies, the United States must protect the freedom of the press
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22

Even against its closest allies, the United States must protect the freedom of the press

Robert Mahoney is director of special projects at the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).

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Next week, there will be a trial for journalism in North Carolina
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/20/22

Next week, there will be a trial for journalism in North Carolina

Attempts to criminalize journalism should serve as a call to action for citizens who value the freedom of the press.

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Political pressure on journalists risks undermining media freedom progress in Kosovo
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

Political pressure on journalists risks undermining media freedom progress in Kosovo

the safety of journalists and impunity for crimes against journalists continue to pose challenges.

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Heading for reelection, Kazakhstan’s Tokayev must respect press freedom obligations
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

Heading for reelection, Kazakhstan’s Tokayev must respect press freedom obligations

RSF and almost 30 other international and local NGOs published a joint open letter to President Tokayev.

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Albania: Media pluralism and transparency concerns fuel deterioration in media freedom
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

Albania: Media pluralism and transparency concerns fuel deterioration in media freedom

The safety of journalists continues to be an issue.

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Authorities have charged Senegalese journalist Pape Alé Niang with harming national defense in connection with a report on a leaked document
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

Authorities have charged Senegalese journalist Pape Alé Niang with harming national defense in connection with a report on a leaked document

Niang faces a maximum sentence of 5 years in prison.

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Reports about Alaa Abdelfattah have led to the arrest of journalist Ahmed Fayez by Egyptian authorities
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

Reports about Alaa Abdelfattah have led to the arrest of journalist Ahmed Fayez by Egyptian authorities

Human rights groups and local activists pressured the Egyptian government to improve the state of human rights.

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The headquarters of the news website Rondoniaovivo was shot at multiple times in northern Brazil
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

The headquarters of the news website Rondoniaovivo was shot at multiple times in northern Brazil

Rondoniaovivo, which was founded 18 years ago, covers topics including general news, security, and policing.

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After filming a police raid on the home of a politician, Muvi TV journalists have been arrested and fined
Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22 Press Freedom Reports ATHANASIOS DIMADIS 11/19/22

After filming a police raid on the home of a politician, Muvi TV journalists have been arrested and fined

Police initially intended to charge journalists with obstruction of police under the penal code.

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