Hyderabad, India: Authorities in Hyderabad have apprehended the primary suspect in the murder case of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar from Chhattisgarh. Suresh Chandrakar, the accused, was taken into custody by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) from Hyderabad, according to a police official on Monday. Chandrakar, a 33-year-old freelance journalist, was reported missing on January 1. His … Read more
MONROVIA, Liberia – The Legislative Press Pool (LEGISPOOL) has issued a resounding condemnation of the violent attack on its Secretary General, Blamo N. Toe, allegedly by an officer of the Executive Protection Service (EPS) named Korvah Jomo. The incident took place during President Joseph Boakai’s visit to the Legislature, where Journalist Toe was carrying out … Read more
Tbilisi, Georgia – A TV journalist and cameraman were attacked by unidentified individuals while reporting on pro-EU demonstrations in Georgia. The incident occurred on a side street in the capital city of Tbilisi during the 10th night of widespread protests against the government’s suspension of the country’s EU accession process. Maka Chikhladze, a reporter for … Read more
LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Robert Telles is seeking to overturn his conviction for the murder of a Las Vegas journalist. Telles was found guilty of killing the journalist, and he is now appealing the decision in hopes of being exonerated. The case against Telles has been met with controversy, as some believe there is insufficient … Read more
SULAIMANIYAH, IRAQ – A press freedom watchdog has strongly denounced a violent attack on a Kurdish journalist known for his coverage of corruption issues. The journalist, who remains unnamed for security reasons, was reportedly brutally assaulted, leading to widespread condemnation from media advocacy groups. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) issued a statement expressing deep … Read more
Chandigarh, India – As aspiring individuals seek new opportunities abroad, the process of obtaining a post-graduate work permit in Canada has sparked outrage over an attack on a journalist. The incident has raised concerns about the treatment of press freedom and safety in the South Asian nation. In recent events, the denial of access to … Read more
Quito, Ecuador – Women journalists in Ecuador are calling for an immediate investigation into a violent attack on journalist ThalÃa Flores in Quito. The Coalition For Women in Journalism has expressed deep concern over the incident and issued a statement urging authorities to take swift action. Flores, a prominent journalist known for her investigative reporting, … Read more
DAKAR, SENEGAL – Senegalese President Macky Sall spoke out against a recent violent attack on a journalist, condemning the act and calling for justice to be served. The journalist in question was reportedly assaulted while covering a political event, sparking outrage and concern over press freedom in the country. Sall expressed his solidarity with the … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – A Bangladeshi journalist was discovered dead in a lake, prompting criticism from Sheikh Hasina’s son as he denounces the incident as “another brutal attack” against freedom of expression. The journalist’s body was found in the lake, sparking concerns about the safety of reporters in Bangladesh. The deceased journalist had been known for … Read more
Las Vegas, Nevada – Former Las Vegas elected official Robert Telles has been found guilty in the murder of journalist Samantha Powers in a shocking trial that has captivated the nation. Telles, a prominent figure in local politics, was convicted on charges of first-degree murder following a lengthy and highly publicized court case. The trial, … Read more