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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.
The Office of the Solicitor General has recommended the acquittal of Nobel laureate Maria Ressa and former researcher Reynaldo Santos Jr. in their cyberlibel case against businessman Wilfredo Keng. The recommendation is based on a Supreme Court ruling that the prescription period for cyber libel is one year. The motion was filed with the Supreme Court in March 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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Il presidente della Camera Hugo Motta ha negato qualsiasi intento di censurare i giornalisti durante la rimozione forzata del deputato Glauber Braga (PSOL-RJ) dalla sedia della presidenza della Giunta direttiva il 9 dicembre, come riportato negli articoli precedenti sulla sua sospensione. In una nota l'11 dicembre, Motta ha espresso rammarico per le interruzioni subite dai professionisti dei media e si è impegnato a indagare sugli eccessi.