World News You Missed in June
From online censorship to the murder of a Mexican journalist, here are some of the press freedom stories you may have missed last month.
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EU Copyright Reform Fails to Pass
While websites are celebrating the rejection of the legislation, others continue to advocate for its passage.
Landmark Media Regulations Expose the Price of Staying on Air in Mexico
A recent court ruling is bringing attention to Mexico’s state-controlled media.
Coverage of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s Death: Defaming an Anti-Apartheid Icon
While some news outlets highlighted the advocate’s accomplishments, others focused on her controversy
Belarus Government Tightens Grip on Media
The country is facing serious threats to press freedom with newly proposed legislation
Pakistan’s Media Crackdown: Country’s Most Popular News Channel Temporarily Shut Down
Geo-TV disappeared from Pakistani TVs recently in what looks like to be a serious infringement of press freedoms
A Journalist’s Pushback Against Day Zero
One journalist is doing her best to fend off South Africa’s water crisis, one report at a time.
Where Abortion is Illegal, Women Turn to Facebook for Alternatives
In Lesotho, abortion is illegal except in dire medical conditions. This has led to a growing market of illegal, unsafe abortion services spread via Facebook.
Benjamin Netanyahu’s Media Mischief
Israel’s prime minister has been covered in scandal lately, with the media covering every angle
Reuters and AFP Journalists Released from Sudanese Custody
Two journalists were released from prison this week, but Sudan remains a dangerous place for reporters.