Suriname NDP Censorship Request at Bouterse Memorial Sparks Debate
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid terms like "murderer" and "convicted," prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to halt live reporting due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
Suriname NDP Censorship Request at Bouterse Memorial Sparks Debate
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid terms like "murderer" and "convicted," prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to halt live reporting due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Suriname NDP Apologizes After Memorial Censorship Controversy
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid using terms like "murderer" and "convict" at a memorial, prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to partially boycott coverage due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
Suriname NDP Apologizes After Memorial Censorship Controversy
Ahead of Desi Bouterse's cremation, the NDP requested journalists avoid using terms like "murderer" and "convict" at a memorial, prompting Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd to partially boycott coverage due to censorship concerns; the NDP later apologized, citing a misunderstanding.
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32% Bias Score
Italy Demands Release of Journalist Imprisoned in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala is imprisoned in Iran's Evin prison under harsh conditions; Italy demands her immediate release and better treatment, amid speculation of a possible tit-for-tat response to a recent arrest in Italy.
Italy Demands Release of Journalist Imprisoned in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala is imprisoned in Iran's Evin prison under harsh conditions; Italy demands her immediate release and better treatment, amid speculation of a possible tit-for-tat response to a recent arrest in Italy.
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36% Bias Score
Terrorism and Broader Threats to Turkish Democracy
Deputy President Cevdet Yılmaz emphasized that terrorism hinders Turkish democracy, a view partially shared by opposition MPs who highlighted other factors such as press restrictions and political persecution, citing specific cases and arguing for a comprehensive approach to democratic reform.
Terrorism and Broader Threats to Turkish Democracy
Deputy President Cevdet Yılmaz emphasized that terrorism hinders Turkish democracy, a view partially shared by opposition MPs who highlighted other factors such as press restrictions and political persecution, citing specific cases and arguing for a comprehensive approach to democratic reform.
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52% Bias Score
Colorado Reporter Assaulted in Alleged Bias-Motivated Attack
A Colorado man attacked a Pacific Islander TV reporter on December 18, allegedly motivated by anti-immigrant sentiment and referencing Donald Trump, resulting in assault charges and highlighting a rise in violence against journalists.
Colorado Reporter Assaulted in Alleged Bias-Motivated Attack
A Colorado man attacked a Pacific Islander TV reporter on December 18, allegedly motivated by anti-immigrant sentiment and referencing Donald Trump, resulting in assault charges and highlighting a rise in violence against journalists.
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36% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Detained in Iran: Negotiations Underway
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Tehran since December 19th, is in good health, according to Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, who stated that negotiations for her return are underway; Sala's detention follows a pattern of Iran using Western prisoners in negotiations.
Italian Journalist Detained in Iran: Negotiations Underway
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Tehran since December 19th, is in good health, according to Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, who stated that negotiations for her return are underway; Sala's detention follows a pattern of Iran using Western prisoners in negotiations.
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48% Bias Score
Suriname Media Boycotts Bouterse Vigil Following Censorship Request
Supporters of deceased former President Desi Bouterse held a vigil at the NDP headquarters in Paramaribo, where journalists were asked to avoid using words like "murderer" and "convict," leading to a partial boycott by Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd before the NDP apologized citing a misunderstanding. ...
Suriname Media Boycotts Bouterse Vigil Following Censorship Request
Supporters of deceased former President Desi Bouterse held a vigil at the NDP headquarters in Paramaribo, where journalists were asked to avoid using words like "murderer" and "convict," leading to a partial boycott by Starnieuws and De Ware Tijd before the NDP apologized citing a misunderstanding. ...
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36% Bias Score
Italy Demands Release of Journalist Imprisoned in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala is detained in Iran's Evin prison, prompting Italy to demand her immediate release and improved conditions, amid concerns of potential retaliation following the arrest of an Iranian-Swiss national in Italy.
Italy Demands Release of Journalist Imprisoned in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala is detained in Iran's Evin prison, prompting Italy to demand her immediate release and improved conditions, amid concerns of potential retaliation following the arrest of an Iranian-Swiss national in Italy.
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40% Bias Score
Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera in West Bank
The Palestinian Authority suspended Al Jazeera's broadcasting and operations in the West Bank on Wednesday, citing "inciting materials" and interference in internal affairs, marking the first such restriction imposed by Palestinian officials against the network, which has also faced restrictions fro...
Palestinian Authority Suspends Al Jazeera in West Bank
The Palestinian Authority suspended Al Jazeera's broadcasting and operations in the West Bank on Wednesday, citing "inciting materials" and interference in internal affairs, marking the first such restriction imposed by Palestinian officials against the network, which has also faced restrictions fro...
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36% Bias Score
Shrinking Press Freedom in Georgia
In Georgia, the shrinking space for free speech threatens journalists from nearby authoritarian countries who once found refuge there. The upcoming election of the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party and the implementation of a foreign agent law mirrors Russia's and threatens independent media outlets.
Shrinking Press Freedom in Georgia
In Georgia, the shrinking space for free speech threatens journalists from nearby authoritarian countries who once found refuge there. The upcoming election of the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party and the implementation of a foreign agent law mirrors Russia's and threatens independent media outlets.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran Amidst Potential Retaliation
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th, 2023, while preparing to leave Iran after a two-week stay, possibly in retaliation for the arrest of an Iranian citizen in Italy or due to a social media post; she is being held in Evin prison under harsh conditions with no off...
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran Amidst Potential Retaliation
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th, 2023, while preparing to leave Iran after a two-week stay, possibly in retaliation for the arrest of an Iranian citizen in Italy or due to a social media post; she is being held in Evin prison under harsh conditions with no off...
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64% Bias Score
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th and held in solitary confinement; the Italian government is working to secure her release amid concerns about press freedom.
Italian Journalist Arrested in Tehran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran on December 19th and held in solitary confinement; the Italian government is working to secure her release amid concerns about press freedom.
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40% Bias Score