IFJ Releases South Asia Media Bulletin for September 2025

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has published its monthly media bulletin for South Asia, highlighting key developments in press freedom, journalist safety, and media industry trends across the region. The September 2025 edition covers incidents of censorship, attacks on journalists, and ongoing efforts to protect media workers in countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. This bulletin serves as a vital resource for understanding the challenges faced by the media in South Asia amid political and social upheavals.

Paramount names Bari Weiss CBS News editor-in-chief

October 07, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

Paramount Global has acquired The Free Press and appointed its co-founder Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News. The move aims to bring balanced journalism to a wider audience amid efforts to modernize the network. Weiss, a former New York Times opinion writer, will retain leadership of her independent publication.

Africa Adopts Climate Security Declaration

September 13, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

The Addis Ababa Declaration on Media, Climate, Peace, Security, and Justice was adopted during a pre-summit forum held on September 6-7, 2025. The declaration emphasizes the role of journalism in addressing climate security across Africa. It was presented at a meeting supported by GIZ and Oxfam International.

Study on AI Journalism Strategies Published

September 11, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

A scientific paper on source attribution and detection strategies for journalism in the AI era was published in ScienceDirect on September 6, 2025, highlighting the need for verified news amid sophisticated AI technologies.

Franz Josef Wagner has died

Franz Josef Wagner, the well-known columnist for Bild newspaper, has passed away. He viewed himself as a failed writer who nonetheless brought poetry to tabloid journalism. This obituary honors his independent spirit.