press freedom

Oct 31, 2023

How Dow Jones supported detained WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich on his birthday

The Wall Street Journal reporter marked his 32nd birthday in a Russian prison, where he has been incarcerated for more than six months.

Oct 6, 2023

Journalism can't be prosecuted as terrorism: Press bodies in India seek intervention over latest NewsClick media arrests

On October 3, the Special Cell of the Delhi Police raided the homes of 46 journalists, editors and writers related to the publication NewsClick—under the suspicion of disseminating Chinese propaganda and leading to two arrests under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

May 12, 2023

How The Wall Street Journal is rallying the media around Evan Gershkovich

Media titans that are often at each other’s throats are pulling together to call for the detained reporter’s release.

May 8, 2020

What happens when a major media empire shuts overnight?

In the middle of a pandemic, Philippines’ major broadcast network ABS-CBN was ordered to stop free-to-air operations, leaving thousands of staff in limbo.

May 23, 2018

The unique face of the fake news debate in Asia

Several Asian governments are experimenting with controls to limit fake news, amid criticism they're merely gagging the press. How can brands and audiences navigate the many factors playing into a story's authenticity?

Sep 21, 2011

Public satisfaction with press freedom in Hong Kong dips

HONG KONG - Public satisfaction with press freedom has dropped significantly in Hong Kong compared to five months ago, a study by the University of Hong Kong has found.