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Daniel Günther clarifies controversial statement on Nius
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Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President Daniel Günther has clarified that his 'yes' to a question about censorship in the ZDF show 'Markus Lanz' referred to banning social media for minors. The debate over the right-wing populist portal Nius ignited from a misunderstood response, leading to a shitstorm on social networks. Günther emphasized press freedom, while Nius initiates legal action.
Inirekomenda ng Office of the Solicitor General ang pag-absuwelto kay Maria Ressa at dating mananaliksik na si Reynaldo Santos Jr. sa kanilang cyberlibel case laban sa negosyanteng si Wilfredo Keng. Batay ito sa desisyon ng Supreme Court na ang prescription period para sa cyber libel ay isang taon lamang. Ang motion ay inihain sa Supreme Court noong Marso 2026.
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The Washington Post has eliminated more than 300 jobs, roughly a third of its workforce, leading to the resignation of its publisher and CEO. Former executive editor Martin Baron called it self-inflicted brand destruction. The moves come amid financial losses and concerns over editorial independence.
Three judges in Hong Kong have convicted media tycoon Jimmy Lai on all counts in his national security trial, which lasted more than a year and a half. Lai denied two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and one of conspiracy to print seditious articles. Sentencing details will follow written mitigation submissions due in early January.
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Chamber President Hugo Motta denied any intent to censor journalists during the forcible removal of Deputy Glauber Braga (PSOL-RJ) from the Board of Directors chair on December 9, as covered in prior reports on his suspension. In a statement on December 11, Motta expressed regret for disruptions to media professionals and pledged an investigation into excesses.