The New Humanitarian May 14
We are the last eyes left inside Gaza: In an urgent and damning World Press Freedom Day plea, Nour ElAssy decries the lack of protection and support for ...
thenewhumanitarian.org/opinion/first-person/2025/05/14/we-are-last-eyes-left-inside-gaza-journalist
Former journalist Evan Solomon named first-ever federal AI minister: Prime Minister Mark Carney created a new artificial intelligence ministry as he made some ...
ctvnews.ca/politics/article/former-journalist-evan-solomon-named-first-ever-federal-ai-minister/
Gaza journalist Hassan Aslih killed in Israeli strike on hospital: Hassan Aslih was being treated in Nasser Hospital for wounds from a previous strike ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c74n8pxpg03o
The New Humanitarian May 12
The New Humanitarian welcomes Churchill Otieno as new board president: The New Humanitarian welcomes Churchill Otieno as new board president - The New ...
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yenisafak.com May 13
A new documentary reveals that Israeli soldiers are using the image of slain Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh for target practice ... Show more
Palestinian journalist Hassan Eslayeh was killed in an Israeli air strike on Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, Gaza, on May 12 ... Show more
Israel kills more than 100 in one of deadliest days since Gaza war resumed: As mediators push for a new deal in Doha, Israeli army intensifies bombing and issues ...
middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-airstrikes-kill-over-50-gaza-including-journalist-and-entire-family
In a resurfaced video, Palestinian journalist Hasan Islayeh — who was killed on Tuesday by Israeli forces — is seen saying that ... Show more
European Commission wrong to deny release of von der Leyen messages, court says: The Commission is found to have wrongly refused to publish texts from its ...
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Key FactsUrsula von der Leyen Loses Court Case Over SMS
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has lost a court case regarding her text messages to the Pfizer CEO.
- The European Court ruled that the Commission failed to provide a plausible explanation for the absence of the requested documents.
- The case centers around a 2021 vaccine deal between the Commission and Biontech/Pfizer for 1.8 billion doses.
- The Commission must now clarify why the relevant text messages are not available, as doubts about their nonexistence have arisen.
"The ruling by the European Court is a landmark victory for transparency in the EU."— Anti-corruption group Transparency International, which hailed the ruling as a significant victory for transparency in the EU.
More than 350 Hollywood celebrities and global cinema icons have signed on to an open letter, published in both US and French entertainment publications ... Show more
Israeli air strikes have struck two hospitals in southern Gaza, killing at least 48 people, according to local medics.
One of the attacks targeted the ... Show more
Children just skin and bones: Journalist films shocking scenes of starvation in Gaza
n-tv.de/mediathek/magazine/auslandsreport/Journalist-filmt-schockierende-Hunger-Szenen-in-Gaza-article25754678.html
May 11 marks the anniversary of the killing of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, who was fatally shot by Israeli forces while reporting on a ... Show more
Israeli strike kills Palestinian journalist receiving treatment in Gaza hospital: An Israeli drone strike killed Palestinian journalist Hassan Islayeh while he ...
middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-strike-kills-palestinian-journalist-receiving-treatment-gaza-hospital
French actress Juliette Binoche spoke about the killing of Palestinian 25-year-old journalist Fatima Hassouna in Gaza at the opening of the Cannes Film ... Show more
Award-winning journalist @katiecouric of @katiecouricmedia said it’s “chilling” what’s happening to scientific research under the Trump administration ... Show more
An elderly Palestinian woman was found trapped under a concrete beam that collapsed after Israeli strikes targeted her home in Gaza ... Show more
Journalist Nick McKenzie has responded to the Full Court of the Federal Court’s decision in the appeal of the Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case ... Show more
Key FactsRoberts-Smith Loses Appeal in War Crimes Case
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theage.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theage.com.au
- The appeal hearing lasted ten days following a 110-day trial with a 726-page judgment.
- The appeals court found that Roberts-Smith was responsible for the murder of four Afghan men, violating armed conflict laws.
- A secret recording led Roberts-Smith to request a reopening of his appeal, which was unanimously denied.
- The ruling was celebrated as a significant victory for investigative journalism, affirming the accuracy of reports regarding Roberts-Smith's actions.
"I want to pay tribute and express my deep gratitude to the brave SASR soldiers who not only fought for their country in Afghanistan but fought for the Australian public to learn the truth: that Ben Roberts-Smith is a war criminal."— Nick McKenzie, journalist, on the importance of truth regarding the allegations against Ben Roberts-Smith.
Trump in Saudi Live Updates: Trump says will remove Syria sanctions : Trump began a visit to the wealthy Gulf region with a $600 billion Saudi Arabia - US ...
reuters.com/world/trump-saudi-arabia-visit-live-president-begins-middle-east-tour-boost-us-gulf-2025-05-13/
If I Stayed, I Would’ve Died: Journalist Abubaker Abed on “Agonizing” Decision to Leave Gaza
democracynow.org/2025/5/13/gaza_famine_abubaker_abed
Dying for peace: Gaza journalist and Japan: The 18 months of fighting between Israel and Hamas has been catastrophic for journalists covering the conflict ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/backstories/4009/
Journalist killed in Israeli strike on hospital - Hamas: The Israeli military has said it struck a Gaza hospital which it claimed was housing Hamas militants in ...
rte.ie/news/middle-east/2025/0513/1512534-gaza/
Juliette Binoche Condemns Killing of Palestinian Journalist: At the Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony, jury president Juliette Binoche condemned the killing ...
vulture.com/article/juliette-binoche-condemns-killing-of-palestinian-journalist.html
“Zionism is not a good look for anyone. And the more people start to realise that, the more Zionism is defeated.”
Egyptian journalist and activist Rahma Zein ... Show more
Footage captured by Palestinian journalist Bader Tabash shows the funeral procession held for journalist Hassan Islayeh who was killed by an Israeli air strike ... Show more
Israeli forces killed Palestinian journalist Hassan Eslayeh in a strike in Gaza, accusing him of Hamas affiliation — a claim he vehemently denied ... Show more
The New Humanitarian May 01
I’ve been displaced again, but I will not let Gaza disappear quietly: After returning home during the ceasefire, journalist Nour ElAssy has been forcibly ...
thenewhumanitarian.org/first-person/2025/04/30/ive-been-displaced-again-i-will-not-let-gaza-disappear-quietly
IDF confirms eliminating Gazan 'journalist' who invaded Israel on October 7: The terrorist infiltrated the territory and participated in the organization's ...
i24news.tv/en/news/israel-at-war/artc-idf-confirms-eliminating-gazan-journalist-who-invaded-israel-on-october-7
Emma Stone stung by a bee, Angelina Jolie, Natalie Portman…�
✨The red carpet stars of Eddington — and beyond — shine at the Cannes Film Festival
🎥Video: ... Show more
Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu: South African journalist's decomposed body found, colleagues say
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Israel Bombs Gaza’s Nasser Hospital Again, Killing Journalist Hassan Islayeh: Israel is continuing its assault on the Gaza Strip, with at least 46 Palestinians ...
democracynow.org/2025/5/13/headlines/israel_bombs_gazas_nasser_hospital_again_killing_journalist_hassan_islayeh
“This is not just breaking the news. These are people — and their stories should be heard.”
Palestinian journalist and poet Plestia Alaqad reflects on the ... Show more
Report: Merz declares "national emergency" due to illegal migration: Friedrich Merz wants to declare a "national emergency" in order to push more migrants back ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/bericht-merz-ruft-wegen-illegaler-migration-nationale-notlage-aus-li.2323238
Key FactsMerz Declares National Emergency Over Migration
May 08 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Friedrich Merz declares a "national emergency" regarding migration to enforce permanent border controls.
- The new government intends to activate Article 72 of the EU treaty, leading to increased border checks and the rejection of asylum seekers.
- Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has already ordered the rejection of asylum seekers at German borders, reverting to the 2015 policy.
- Merz emphasizes the commitment to implementing a migration turnaround and ending illegal immigration, raising legal questions about EU regulations.
"We keep our promises from the election campaign and are serious about the migration turnaround. We decide who comes into our country and end illegal immigration!"— Alexander Hoffmann, CSU group leader, stated this on X.
Sean Penn Defends Woody Allen By Trying To Discredit Ronan Farrow: The Oscar winner said he wouldn’t trust the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist “with a dime.”
huffpost.com/entry/sean-penn-defend-woody-allen-discredit-ronan-farrow_n_68236867e4b0abb583596ef3
An Israeli strike on a hospital in Gaza killed well-known Palestinian journalist Hassan Eslaiah, according to Nasser Hospital ... Show more
"I'll wink goodbye": Constantin Schreiber leaves the "Tagesschau": "It was an honor" - | With these words, Constantin Schreiber announces his surprising ...
n-tv.de/leute/Constantin-Schreiber-verlaesst-die-Tagesschau-article25766488.html
Key FactsConstantin Schreiber Leaves Tagesschau After Eight Years
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- Constantin Schreiber, the Tagesschau presenter, is stepping down.
- He will host the main broadcast for the last time on May 25.
- After eight and a half years, he aims to focus on journalistic work again.
- Schreiber has faced controversies related to his publications on Islam in the past.
"I want to focus more on substantive journalistic work in the future."— Constantin Schreiber explains his desire for change and new challenges.
An Israeli air attack on Nasser Medical Complex in southern Gaza has killed at least two Palestinians, including journalist Hassan Eslaih ... Show more
Journalist dies at 102 years: Despite his advanced age, John Jones has been walking on the streets of Masaka unaccompanied and could climb stairs to a storied ...
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OCCRP May 05
Swedish Journalist Sentenced in Turkey, Held on Terror Allegations: After sentencing Joakim Medin for “insulting Erdoğan,” a Turkish court suspended the ruling ...
occrp.org/en/news/swedish-journalist-sentenced-in-turkey-held-on-terror-allegations
Key FactsVerdict Against Swedish Journalist in Turkey
May 05 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: occrp.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: occrp.org
- A court in Ankara sentenced Swedish journalist Joakim Medin to 11 months and 20 days in prison for 'insulting the president,' but suspended the sentence and ordered his release.
- Medin remains in custody due to separate terrorism-related charges stemming from his attendance at a PKK rally in Stockholm and his coverage of Kurdish regions.
- His lawyer emphasized that Medin acted within journalistic norms, arguing that the investigations against him violate international human rights standards.
- International observers, including European Parliament members and human rights representatives, called for Medin's release and criticized Turkish authorities for prosecuting journalists.
The article of law that criminalizes ‘insulting the President’ disregards international human rights standards and has led to the arrest and prosecution of Swedish journalist Joakim Medin and many other journalists from Turkey.— Erol Onderoglu, RSF's Turkey representative, commenting on the legal standards surrounding Medin's arrest.
Swedish journalist jailed in Turkey for insulting Erdoğan is freed: Joakim Medin was in Turkey to cover protests over the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem ...
politico.eu/article/swedish-journalist-joakim-medin-jail-turkey-insulting-erodgan-free/
He allegedly insulted Erdogan: Turkey releases imprisoned Swedish journalist: Authorities in Turkey accuse Joakim Medin of participating in a PKK demonstration ...
n-tv.de/politik/Tuerkei-laesst-inhaftierten-schwedischen-Journalisten-frei-article25773820.html
Tennis fan Pope Leo XIV received men's world number one Jannik Sinner, who is currently competing in the Italian Open in Rome ... Show more
Pakistan claims it shot down five Indian army jets in retaliation for the strikes, calling it a major victory, says Journalist Inzamam Rashid.
This is The Logoff.
Every week a Vox journalist will explain the most important story you need to know about what happened in politics this week.
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The German rap scene is mourning Xatar. The German rapper and entrepreneur is said to have died unexpectedly at the age of 43 ... Show more
Key FactsLegacy of Rapper Xatar: A Legend Lost
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sueddeutsche.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: sueddeutsche.de
- Influential rapper and marketing genius Xatar has passed away.
- His myth, shaped by the heist of a gold transport, remains significant in rap culture.
- Myths hold great importance in pop, especially in rap.
- Even if untrue, myths gain power through their perceived credibility.
"I am at a loss for words, my brother. I hope you are in a better place now."— The rapper Haftbefehl shared a joint picture with Hajabi on Instagram.
Journalist Naomi Klein says the far right in the United States and elsewhere is "betting against the future," with no plan or even desire to save the ... Show more
Journalist @mehdirhasan of @zeteonews says U.S. public opinion is turning against Israel, even as Palestinian voices are largely silenced in the mainstream ... Show more
Palestinian journalist Yahya Sobeih was killed in an Israeli air strike on the Thai Restaurant in Gaza City on Wednesday, reportedly just two hours after the ... Show more
Haberman: Threat to nix habeas corpus just a way to ‘intimidate courts,’ ‘scare migrants’
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MPs appeal to Zelensky with request to award title of Hero of Ukraine to journalist Roshchyna
kyivindependent.com/mps-appeal-to-zelensky-with-request-to-award-title-of-hero-of-ukraine-to-journalist-roshchyna/
Erin Molan vs. the world: From Australian news anchor to pro-Israel firebrand: The journalist became a hero in Israel and a target at home for her unwavering ...
timesofisrael.com/erin-molan-vs-the-world-from-australian-news-anchor-to-pro-israel-firebrand/
Ghanaian journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas: US judge slashes $18m defamation award to $500
bbc.com/news/articles/cdj9gezxd39o
NO END TO THE ATROCITIES
Burnt bones, believed to be human, were discovered along Saltmine Trace Fyzabad, by members of the Hunters Search and Rescue Team led ... Show more
In a video posted on his X account in 2020, Palestinian journalist Hassan Islayeh spoke about the importance of fact-checking news sources and advising ... Show more
EWN May 08
Messages of support stream in following discovery of remains believed to be Aseri Ndlovu and Zodwa Mdhluli
ewn.co.za/2025/05/08/messages-of-support-stream-in-following-discovery-of-remains-believed-to-be-aseri-ndlovu-and-zodwa-mdhluli
MINISTERS GO HOME TO PM KAMLA:
Ministers Barry Padarath, Saddam Hosein and Nicholas Morris speak with the media following a meeting at the home of Prime ... Show more
Israeli military extends detention of Palestinian journalist despite acknowledging lack of evidence
cnn.com/2025/05/08/middleeast/israeli-military-extends-detention-of-palestinian-journalist-intl
You can’t find this prescription in a pharmacy, but it might be just the treatment you need
edition.cnn.com/2025/05/12/health/social-prescribing-wellness
May 11 marks three years since the killing of Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. As her family continues to seek justice for her death, Dion Nissenbaum ... Show more
Russian Journalist Secretly Flees To France After Being Charged For War Criticism
rferl.org/a/russia-journalist-charged-war-criticism-flees-france/33405350.html
“Fascism Isn’t Coming, It’s Here”: Mehdi Hasan on Trump, Gaza & Leaving MSNBC to Start Zeteo
democracynow.org/2025/5/8/mehdi_hasan_zeteo_news
CNA May 12
Commentary: As delistings continue to outpace IPOs, confidence in Singapore’s stock market is wearing thin
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/sgx-delistings-ipo-investor-confidence-equities-liquidity-low-valuation-5119161
FAREWELL, QUEEN WENDY: The body of mas queen, Wendy Kalicharan, is escorted out of the Susamachar Presyterian Church in San Fernando on Saturday. Kalicharan ... Show more
An award-winning film that exposes the cost of opposing Vladimir Putin. FRONTLINE presents the stories of an investigative journalist and a political activist ... Show more
Euro Weekly News SA May 10
Second Italian journalist allegedly spied on with mercenary spyware: Italian journalist Ciro Pellegrino, from the investigative outlet Fanpage ...
euroweeklynews.com/2025/05/04/second-italian-journalist-allegedly-spied-on-with-mercenary-spyware/
Hungarian journalist has revealed details of Budapest's spying on Ukraine: It started several years ago - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2025/05/10/hungarian-journalist-has-revealed-details-of-budapests-spying-on-ukraine-it-started-several-years-ago/
STUART GRATEFUL: Stuart Young said he will continue to represent his constituents for many more years. He spoke to Express Journalist Verdel Bishop while ... Show more
In Srinagar in Indian-administered Kashmir, a road, normally busy with tourists lies deserted.
All flights in and out of the region's main city have been ... Show more
YOUNG GREETS CONSTITUENTS: Stuart Young thanks his constituents. The motorcade started at the Savannah Maison Young's Army Headquarters in Belmont ... Show more
PHILLIP EDWARD ALEXANDER MINISTER IN HOUSING MINISTRY: Progressive Empowerment Party (PEP) leader Phillip Edward Alexander has been sworn in as Minister in the ... Show more
Journalist Roshchyna's body missing organs after Russian captivity, investigation says
kyivindependent.com/roshchyna-body-russian-captivity/
Protesters in Peru's Iquitos city demanded justice for journalist Raul Celis Lopez, who was shot in the head and killed on his way to work.
Palestinian journalist Basel Adra shared videos of Israeli forces demolishing homes in the village of Khallet al-Dabaa in the occupied West Bank and forcibly ... Show more
For Bret Baier, golf is more than a hobby.
The Fox News journalist, who's played with both Trump and Obama, sees it as the perfect chance to dig deeper into ... Show more
The award-winning Palestinian American journalist and author Sarah Aziza describes how Palestine has shaped her worldview.
She has just released a new book ... Show more
