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President Donald Trump announced that White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany will leave her position at the end of August. McEnany has been a key figure in Trump's administration, known for her aggressive and confident style in dealing with the media. Her departure …
The head of Iran's Media Basij Organization says 353 media employees have been martyred in three imposed wars on the country in the 1980s, 2025, and earlier this year. The 1980-1988 Iraqi-imposed war left 333 Iranian media personnel dead, the illegal US-Israeli aggression…
Disagreements are escalating over the management of Iran's state broadcaster, IRIB, as its head's term nears its end, with the three branches of government criticizing its censorship and one-sided coverage.
Fifa has issued a new statement defending its under-fire president, Gianni Infantino, from allegations of a 'concerted effort' to undermine him. The governing body claims there is a 'concerted and ongoing effort by some to undermine Fifa and its president'.
Fox Corp reported a 28% increase in advertising revenue to $4.21bn, thanks largely to the FIFA World Cup.
Papi Jiang maintained career longevity by sidestepping live-commerce, course-selling, MCN management, and branded-product pitfalls that felled peers like Viya, Xinba, and Dong Yuhui.
Paramount CEO says politics fueling Warner Bros. merger battle
Paramount CEO David Ellison says politics, not market share, is fueling the legal battle over his proposed multibillion-dollar takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Ellison's remarks came as a federal judge set a March 2027 trial date for the antitrust challenges to the meg…
Former deputy bureau chief of The Guardian, Anietie Akpan, dies
Veteran Nigerian journalist and publisher Anietie Akpan, former deputy bureau chief of The Guardian, has died after a career spanning over three decades. His death is mourned by the Nigeria Union of Journalists, which praised his dedication and integrity.
Former Australian radio broadcaster Alan Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty to 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges as his Sydney trial begins with a champion athlete testifying about alleged abuse starting when he was 14.
Enugu launches ETTW TV to showcase investment opportunities
Enugu State has launched "Enugu to the World (ETTW) TV," a weekly program designed to highlight the state's ongoing transformation, emerging investment opportunities, and the policies driving its development.
Call for Applications: 2026 Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship Opens in Madagascar
RFI has opened applications for the 13th edition of the Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon Scholarship, honoring two reporters killed in Mali in 2013. Ten Madagascar-based journalists and technicians will be trained in Antananarivo in October.
Iran's Ettela'at newspaper marked its centenary, a milestone largely overlooked amidst national crises, despite its historical significance as the country's first professional and modern newspaper.
YouTuber Hank Green has apologized for his growing reliance on AI chatbots, citing concerns about the technology's impact on climate change and economic power. He plans to reduce his video production and focus on creating more authentic content.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi emphasizes the media's pivotal role in presenting the true narrative of Iran's defense against US-Israeli aggression.
Singaporean ministers Shanmugam and Tan See Leng have been awarded S$145,000 in legal costs each following their successful defamation suit against Bloomberg and its reporter Low De Wei. They were previously awarded S$230,000 in damages each after the judge found a Dec. 1…
The Associated Press is facing backlash after publishing an interview with Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and close ally of US President Donald Trump, during her visit to Ukraine. Critics argue that the AP's focus on her recent comments about Ukraine risked overshadow…
The 2026 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit opened in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, with representatives from mainstream media organizations, leading think tanks, government departments, and the SCO Secretariat across SCO countries. The summit aims…
Central Propaganda Department, Ministry of Justice Officials Answer Questions on the Ninth Five-Year Plan for Law Promotion and Education (2026-2030)
The Central Propaganda Department and the Ministry of Justice have released a notification on the ninth five-year plan for law promotion and education, which aims to strengthen the promotion and education of law and justice in China. The plan emphasizes the importance of …
BBC Persian examines how the US-Israeli war on Iran spurred Tajik journalists and civil society to revive Persian-script content, framing the conflict as a catalyst for shared cultural solidarity.
Ofcom's annual Media Nations report shows Netflix is the go-to TV service for 26% of British viewers, narrowly ahead of the BBC at 25%, though the BBC still leads total video viewing share.
Mehr Media Group and Pakistan’s RightNow Media signed a memorandum of cooperation on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The agreement aims to develop bilateral media cooperation, exchange news, …
Prisa's Ebitda Surges 70% in First Semester with 26% Revenue Growth
Spanish media conglomerate Prisa reported a 70% surge in ebitda and 26% revenue growth in the first semester of 2026, driven by improved advertising and subscription sales.
Iran's Mehr Media Group and Pakistan's Right Now Media signed a cooperation MoU on the sidelines of the SCO Media and Think Tanks Forum in Bishkek, covering news exchange, joint coverage, and journalist ties.
Mali: At his trial, Chahana Takiou believes his remarks on justice are "not a criticism but an observation"
Malian journalist Chahana Takiou, director of 22 Septembre, is on trial for 'undermining the credit of the State' after criticizing the use of cybercrime law against journalists. He maintains his statements were observations, not criticisms, citing the case of another imp…
The SCO 2026 Media and Think Tank Summit has opened in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, with Iran's participation. The event aims to strengthen cooperation between media organizations and think tanks from different countries.
The 11th season of Big Brother Naija, Africa's largest reality TV show, premieres today with a record-breaking grand prize of ₦160 million.
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has pushed through media reforms that critics say will deepen Israeli press bias. The reforms strip away oversight safeguards and eliminate minimum journalism standards, potentially distorting the media landscape bef…
US President Donald Trump criticized the media during his first speech at the traditional Gala Dinner of the Hauptstadtpresse, praising and criticizing the press. He stated that media outlets profit from him and that they would be 'all broke' if he leaves office.
US President Donald Trump told the White House press corps at its annual gala dinner that “the show must go on,” three months after an earlier attempt was interrupted by an assassination attempt.
US President Donald Trump attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Waldorf Astoria, three months after an alleged assassination attempt derailed the original event.