Review of UK and world papers and coverage of UK and global journalism stories for Journalism History for Saturday 4th November 2023.
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Sky News Press Preview: A first look at Saturday’s papers. 3 Nov 2023. Sky’s Gillian Joseph takes a first look at Saturday’s front pages with The Guardian’s Whitehall editor Rowena Mason and the former Conservative special adviser Anita Boateng. See: https://twitter.com/CIoJournalist/status/1720594771062685801
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Times interview feature (behind paywall): “Kirsty Wark on leaving Newsnight: ‘I’ve had a good innings.’” See: https://twitter.com/CIoJournalist/status/1720867723440230685
CIoJ LinkedIn news edited by Liz Justice
Nadine Dorries has been told the Government considers her in breach of ministerial rules by failing to provide it with a pre-publication transcript of her new book on Boris Johnson’s downfall. See: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7126595900973412352?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
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Former RTE broadcaster Charlie Bird has taken on the role of guiding a procession of baby elephant sculptures through Dublin – one of them dedicated in his honour. See: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7126601459080531968?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Many congratulations to Northern Ireland journalist and local democracy reporter Tanya Fowles who received the inaugural CIoJ- Journalist of the Year award at London’s Reform Club Thursday 26th October. She received her award from leading UK broadcast news presenter Nick Ferrari to a huge round of applause from members of the Institute who had gathered for its annual general meeting. Tanya has been recognised for her outstanding campaigning for Open Justice and challenging judges imposing unjustifiable reporting bans in the Northern Ireland judicial system. See: https://cioj.org/award-for-court-reporter/
Images in slideshow. 1st image CIoJ President Michael Hardware (2022-24) [right], Tanya Fowles [centre] and awardwinning LBC broadcaster Nick Ferrari [right], 2nd image Northern Ireland Local Democracy journalist and court reporter Tanya Fowles being interviewed by CIoJ Council member Caroline Roddis in the Reform Club 26th October 2023.
CIoJ X (formerly known as Twitter) news feed at: https://twitter.com/CIoJournalist
CIoJ LinkedIn news feed edited by Liz Justice at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
CIoJ Facebook news feed at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077475452242
CIoJ LinkedIn news stories, Hold The Front Page news stories, Guardian media news stories, Press Gazette news stories, Arab News media stories and other stories from miscellaneous sources
Sky News Press Preview: A first look at Saturday's papers. 3 Nov 2023. Sky's Gillian Joseph takes a first look at Saturday's front pages with The Guardian's Whitehall editor Rowena Mason and the former Conservative special adviser Anita Boateng. See: https://t.co/63X4KnvUcT
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Times obituary: 'Dione Venables-Air stewardess, miniaturist and controversial founder of the Orwell Society.' See: https://t.co/GglhkN2yKI
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Mail Online reports: 'BBC faces £1.7billion bill for handing top stars and executives gold-plated pensions as broadcaster is plunged into crisis.' See: https://t.co/BFNRgmplty
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Telegraph reports (behind paywall) 'BBC to pour £1.7bn into pensions black hole. Broadcaster plunged into crisis by gold-plated pensions handed to staff.' See: https://t.co/HPQEaJRHeH
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Telegraph reports (behind paywall): 'Gary Lineker backs pro-Palestinian protesters over Armistice Day march. BBC presenter hits back at Home Secretary and says ‘calling for a ceasefire and peace… is not really the definition of a hate march.'" See: https://t.co/XxznuYifCm
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Hadar Sela writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): "BBC religion editor whitewashes ‘from the river to the sea’ chant." See: https://t.co/Fk3K5oAttY
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Adam Levick writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): 'Guardian continues vilifying the victims.' See: https://t.co/6JcPE0FKvO
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis) has published 'A Dictionary of Hamas Supporters’ Chants and Slogans' to provide interpretation and understanding of their meaning. See: https://t.co/kattp0NDr1
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Mail Online reports: "Gary Lineker is under fire for 'ill-informed drivel' after BBC presenter criticised ministers who urged Met Police to ban 'provocative and disrespectful' pro-Palestinian march on Armistice Day." See: https://t.co/DnU4Ir7WuJ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian and Reuters report: 'Russell Brand accused of sexually assaulting extra on US film set. Lawsuit brought in state court under New York’s Adult Survivors Act is connected to alleged assault on set of 2011 film Arthur.' See: https://t.co/OL0KfyVEaZ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
The CIoJ calls on Russia to immediately release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. His detention is wholly unjustifiable and political state hostage-taking. He has been deprived of his liberty for 222 days since 29th March 2023 #FreeEvan
The Institute calls on Belarus to release 35 journalists detained including Maryna Zolatava and Liudmila Chekina each suffering 12 year jail terms. Belarus is currently ranked 157th out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index. See: https://rsf.org/en/belarus-supreme-court-upholds-journalists-12-year-jail-terms
The CIoJ remains concerned about the trials and sentencing of Belarus journalist Roman Protasevich and his friend Sofia Sapega following their abduction from a diverted Ryanair flight 23rd May 2021 which is now 895 days ago. See: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65670820
The CIoJ calls on all governments and states unjustly detaining journalists for doing their professional work to respect freedom of expression, the right to liberty and free them immediately. See: https://rsf.org/en/new-record-number-journalists-jailed-worldwide
North American Newspapers for Saturday 4th November 2023
Guardian reports: "M&S advert ‘puts two fingers up to spirit of Christmas’, says headteacher. Katharine Birbalsingh tells retailer its Christmas ad featuring celebrities’ seasonal peeves will stifle children’s happiness." See: https://t.co/0oK9Ny7ec7
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian reports: 'Bong! Big Ben broadcasts to return to Radio 4’s regular schedule. Westminster’s famous bell will be heard live from next week after years of only occasional appearances.' See: https://t.co/bsJY5kEQUF
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian reports: "White House denounces Fox News over host’s ‘foul’ remarks on CNN pair. Mark Levin called Wolf Blitzer and Jake Tapper ‘self-hating Jews’ on syndicated radio show, prompting furious response." See: https://t.co/84q1pzT1cw
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian reports: "'We can't take it': journalist breaks down on air reporting colleague's death in Gaza – video." See: https://t.co/wgqEGG5TJx
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian reports: "Model says her face was edited with AI to look white: ‘It’s very dehumanizing.’ Shereen Wu says leading designer uploaded altered picture, amid fears AI could ‘turn back the clock’ on progress in the industry." See: https://t.co/0jbFXoDDGH
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Zoe Williams feature for Guardian: "Louis Theroux: ‘It’s not rude to ask a question. It’s rude to expect an answer.’" See: https://t.co/v3bjQXY88Q
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian interview feature: 'Naomi Alderman: ‘A writer’s job is courage. You’ve got to be as honest as you can.”' See: https://t.co/8rg0K1vK32
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian reports: "Dagger awards adds categories for ‘cosy crime’ and psychological thrillers." See: https://t.co/rFiqE2u8ui
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Steve Holland writes for Guardian: "Keith Giffen obituary. Acclaimed comic writer and artist who created such popular characters as Blue Beetle and Lobo over his 50-year career." See: https://t.co/uHB2z3EPhj
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Guardian editorial: 'The Guardian view on Welsh broadcasting: essential to keep a language alive. One of Europe’s oldest languages will only thrive if its place on radio and TV is retained and its online presence greatly expanded.' See: https://t.co/YQHnHok6cu
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett writes for Guardian: 'I resist sharenting on social media. Does that mean my son and I are missing out, or is it just safer?' See: https://t.co/kPsiECsK7y
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Arab News reports: 'White House demands apology from Fox News over ‘sickening attack’ on Arab Americans.' See: https://t.co/PLLv35HEAU
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
French Newspapers Saturday 4th November 2023
FT Media reports (behind paywall) 'GB News hands shares to Jacob Rees-Mogg and Nigel Farage. Right-leaning broadcaster also gives stakes to other staff including suspended presenter Dan Wootton
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Nigel Farage and Jacob Rees-Mogg.' See: https://t.co/Y0u0IwIBbe
Telegraph editorial: 'The BBC’s fat-cat licence. The Corporation will have to find a way to control spending, or face a future as a declining fossil.' See: https://t.co/CNWmoyJpJ7
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Zoe Strimpel writes for Telegraph: 'Germany puts Britain to shame with its zero tolerance of anti-Semitism. Informed by their history, the Germans have displayed remarkable moral clarity in supporting Jews. Britain, meanwhile, has simply failed.' See: https://t.co/LMlikhcX5E
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Times interview feature (behind paywall): "Kirsty Wark on leaving Newsnight: ‘I’ve had a good innings.’" See: https://t.co/GqOetF98BZ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Nadine Dorries has been told the Government considers her in breach of ministerial rules by failing to provide it with a pre-publication transcript of her new book.' See: https://t.co/fRDjt80CL7 & https://t.co/pGKlBumolw
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Odia film producer Sanjay Nayak was arrested on Friday for allegedly misbehaving with a woman journalist at a theatre in the capital city of Bhubaneshwar in Odisham India.' See: https://t.co/pgpxmMOGI0 & https://t.co/snTuyYTkmM
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'A BBC journalist was reporting on heavy rain and flooding in London when he was robbed during a live broadcast.' See: https://t.co/hJ3APwQkXw & https://t.co/E15jo3z6ex
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Former RTE broadcaster Charlie Bird has taken on the role of guiding a procession of baby elephant sculptures through Dublin – one of them dedicated in his honour.' See: https://t.co/lQKOLCfrcB & https://t.co/YO2OdpKJ7X
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Daniel Ben-Ami writes for Spiked Online: 'The dangerous denial of anti-Semitism. A minority of anti-Zionist Jews are being used to shield Hamas apologists from criticism.' See: https://t.co/V6ZeaNo6a4
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Telegraph reports (behind paywall) "Met Police adviser led ‘from the river to the sea’ chant. Lawyer Attiq Malik, who chairs official advisory body for Scotland Yard, instigated ‘offensive’ slogan." See: https://t.co/wp4oaE4czn
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) November 4, 2023
Montage of world newspapers for Saturday 4th November 2023

