US EditionWorld Press Freedom Day marked amid rising dangers to journalists
- The global observance of press freedom in early May 2025 drew attention to the increasing risks faced by journalists, with a marked rise in casualties reported in conflict areas such as Gaza.
- The event follows increased threats from authoritarian governments, disinformation, AI surveillance, and attacks that undermine media freedom and trust.
- Media professionals and advocates stressed the need for stronger legal reforms, safety measures such as the Journalist Alert App in Pakistan, and empowerment through skill development.
- International data shows India ranked 151 and the U.S. 55 on the 2024 Press Freedom Index, with experts warning that continued political hostility could worsen press conditions.
- The day underscored urgent calls for protecting independent journalism as AI reshapes information flow, with stakeholders pledging renewed commitment to press freedom globally.
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Pakistan: Journalists in Balochistan to Take Steps to Ensure Their Safety, Uphold Press Freedom
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. While addressing a gathering at the Quetta Metropolitan Corporation on World Press Freedom Day, leaders of the journalist community, including Balochistan Union of Journalists (BUJ) President Khalil Ahmed and Quetta Press Club President Irfan Saeed, said media in Balochistan has been facing strict censorship and is not allowed to report news regarding opposition parties. World News | Pakistan…
AI to monitor journalists worries UN rights chief
States are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to monitor journalists and their sources online, violating their right to privacy and sending a chilling effect on media workers everywhere, the United Nations human rights chief has warned.
World Press Freedom Day: Mark Carney commits to protecting the news media
As Canada slides into the world's press freedom ranking, Prime Minister Mark Carney promised Saturday that he will protect Canadian news media and fund local and Aboriginal media on World Press Freedom Day.
PUJ vows to continue struggle for journalists’ rights
Members of Hyderabad Union of Journalists holding protest demonstration against recently passed amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2025, at Hyderabad Press Club on February 12, 2025. — PPILAHORE : On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, the Punjab Union of...
World Press Freedom Day marked amid rising dangers to journalists
AMMAN — As the world commemorates World Press Freedom Day on May 3, media professionals and rights advocates are calling for stronger protections and greater support for journalists, especially amid growing threats from conflict, disinformation, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.
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