UN rings the alarm on diminishing global press freedoms

13 Sept 06:34 Key points summarised by AI

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that global press freedom is under severe attack, jeopardizing democracy, justice, and human rights worldwide.
Journalists face escalating threats including harassment, intimidation, detention, and fatal violence, with 55 killed in 2022 alone.
The rise of disinformation, hate speech, and media consolidation further erode truth and independent reporting, making professional journalism more critical than ever in the digital age.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.