Review of UK and world papers and coverage of UK and global journalism stories for Journalism History for Wednesday 21st February 2024.
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The Chartered Institute of Journalists remembers all the professional journalists and media workers murdered and killed while doing their work this year in all parts of the world and remember the immense sacrifice of those who gave their lives to the profession in the past. We send our condolences to their families, friends and professional colleagues.
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Times reports (behind paywall): ‘BBC Scotland axes The Nine after viewing figures plummet. Hour-long news programme pulled in only 1,700 viewers on January 10 — 0.1 per cent of those watching television at the time.’ See: https://twitter.com/CIoJournalist/status/1760040823151100289
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Arab News and Reuters report: ‘From Berlinale to Eurovision, anger over Gaza clouds Europe’s cultural events. Gaza war has casted shadow over European cultural life after anger at Israel offensive flares in France, Italy, Britain.’ See: https://twitter.com/CIoJournalist/status/1760441863683600882
CIoJ LinkedIn news service edited by Liz Justice
BBC Scotland is to drop its’ hour-long The Nine news programme as part of changes to its news and current affairs services. See: https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
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Excellent welcome to the new CIoJ President Gerald Bowley on Tuesday. See: https://www.linkedin.com/…/urn:li:activity…
Latest postings at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/63500/
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. See filmed report https://janbogdan.co.uk/review/559c137050145747c9b2a44570c16803/version/4
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
Times reports (behind paywall): 'BBC Scotland axes The Nine after viewing figures plummet. Hour-long news programme pulled in only 1,700 viewers on January 10 — 0.1 per cent of those watching television at the time.' See: https://t.co/qUNnT8aKPQ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 20, 2024
Times reports (behind paywall): 'BBC’s BrewDog documentary was not unfair, Ofcom rules. Programme highlighted allegations of inappropriate behaviour by James Watt, a company co-founder.' See: https://t.co/eDd33Hbomg
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 20, 2024
Sky News Press Preview: Wednesday's papers. 20 Feb 2024. We take a look inside Wednesday's papers. See: https://t.co/Lt7A5xYlOY
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Alan Johnson writes for Fathom: 'A Response to The Jewish Chronicle’s review of ‘Mapping the New Left Antisemitism: The Fathom Essays’ (Routledge, 2023)' See: https://t.co/tgI1E5AGrw
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Haven’t enjoyed a novel so much in ages: the descriptions of the E. Kent coast, Napoleonic Paris and the Retreat from Moscow are staggeringly detailed ~ and (the retreat) harrowing. @BenKaneAuthor @orionbooks @sanotholt @ColonelAndy @DerekTurner1964 @CIoJournalist pic.twitter.com/bhBH2kD2AE
— Stuart Millson (@StuartMillson) February 16, 2024
Times Obituary (behind paywall): "Ed Epstein obituary: Journalist who questioned findings on assassination of JFK. Prolific author whom friends and colleagues thought of as ‘the man who knew everything.’" See: https://t.co/nf0i9zlv93
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Jerusalem Post reports: 'Israel Police reveal terror plot to murder IDF Arabic spokesperson. The two terrorists carried out a joint stabbing and ramming attack in Ra'anana in January, killing Edna Bluestein, 79, and wounding dozens of others.' See: https://t.co/GPTgr3PrF8
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Unpacked video briefing: 'What does the slogan “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free” really mean? What are the historical and geographic roots of the phrase and the practical implications of its real-world implementation?' See: https://t.co/CTJQYtkFX1
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Tamar Sternthal writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): 'At UPI, Hang Glider Journalist Adam Schrader Shills For Hamas.' See: https://t.co/5TAETHiztk
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Sean Durns writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): 'The Washington Post Covers for UNRWA, Again.' See: https://t.co/0v5j6ljOSJ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News and Reuters report: 'Google releases ‘open’ AI models after Meta. Individuals and businesses can build AI software based on Google’s new family of “open models” called Gemma, for free.' See: https://t.co/Q6iBWf5Uws
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News and Reuters report: 'From Berlinale to Eurovision, anger over Gaza clouds Europe’s cultural events. Gaza war has casted shadow over European cultural life after anger at Israel offensive flares in France, Italy, Britain.' See: https://t.co/yjf5vozEHb
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News reports: "‘We should kill them all:’ Outrage erupts over US congressman’s Gaza comments. Words ‘indicate US complicity’ in suffering, experts warn Controversial video emerged as US vetoed UN ceasefire resolution for 3rd time." See: https://t.co/486qK7n8JC
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'BBC Scotland is to drop its hour-long The Nine news programme as part of changes to its news and current affairs services.' See: https://t.co/EVL1YwGpYO & https://t.co/Ag7c0Lqowv
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Man City boss made a cheeky jibe to journalists after his side's 1-0 win over Brentford on Tuesday with Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland scoring the only goal of the game.' See: https://t.co/zmQfjHuaHn & https://t.co/kM7U4UKHeg
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Russian Ministry of Justice adds RFE/RL to its register of “undesirable” organizations after the Russian general prosecutor’s office designated it such on February 2.' See: https://t.co/EZNywO1iDQ & https://t.co/T99eVcz8RZ
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
CIoJ LinkedIn news by Liz Justice reports: 'Excellent welcome to the new CIoJ President Gerald Bowley on Tuesday.' See: https://t.co/YVTpKSMIGI pic.twitter.com/hkiBLBgpMG
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
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 329 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 1,004 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 Wednesday 21st February 2024
Adam Levick writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): "Guardian’s former chief editor: Hamas massacre ‘did not happen in a vacuum.’" See: https://t.co/HXW0C8NPcC
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Hadar Sela writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): 'BBC’s Davies and Adams promote Sinai speculations.' See: https://t.co/bIRL5DKFyD
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Hadar Sela writes for CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis): 'BBC News corrects location of press conference following complaint.' See: https://t.co/m2z9BqZiPR
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Hold The Front Page reports: 'Two regional interest magazines are to merge into a single monthly publication offfering what its publishers say will be a “wider range” of content.' See: https://t.co/NgcPmwQGJ6
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Hold The Front Page reports: 'An independent publisher has hired 3 new apprentices at its newsrooms across England in its latest recruitment drive. Tindle Newspapers has announced the appointments of Tomos Evans, James Griffiths and Marcus McQuilton.' See: https://t.co/KUffHh3CAR
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Media lawyer Eloise Spensley writes for Hold The Front Page Jaffa Law column: 'Anonymity for alleged victims of sexual offences re-interpreted?' See: https://t.co/hR9ZwcU3pg
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Press Gazette and PA Media reports: 'Dan Wootton police investigations dropped, says presenter
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Wootton had been under investigation by the Metropolitan and Scottish Police.' See: https://t.co/Rkd0hYXHEC
Press Gazette reports: 'ABCs: UK digital magazine sales surge boosted by Spotify-style bundled subscriptions.' See: https://t.co/H8WZiOUHSb
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Press Gazette and PA Media report: 'Assange extradition to US is state retaliation for political reasons, High Court total.' See: https://t.co/SWoUgrQLKM
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Press Gazette reports: 'Magazine ABCs 2023: Full breakdown of titles shows 12.4% circulation fall.' See: https://t.co/uXpHvoMcjl
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Press Gazette reports: 'Magazine ABCs 2024: Private Eye sales dip as current affairs mags flag.' See: https://t.co/FeBPVYwo6w
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Press Gazette reports: 'Guardian US hires Mehdi Hasan as regular columnist after quitting MSNBC.' See: https://t.co/Od3Nzlv8WX
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
French Newspapers Wednesday 21st February 2024
Press Gazette reports: 'Hearst UK CEO Vanneck-Smith completes reshuffle of senior leadership team.' See: https://t.co/spwMOclvn3
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
George Brock writes for Press Gazette: 'Charity Commission throws lifeline to UK local news sector.' See: https://t.co/RJdCEaY4wg
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian reports: "BuzzFeed plans to lay off 16% of employees after selling Complex. Media group says it will be ‘more profitable, more nimble’ after offloading Complex at a discount and implementing a restructure." See: https://t.co/S31XV8jrlf
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian reports: 'Dan Wootton cleared of alleged criminal behaviour after six-month investigation. Metropolitan police and Police Scotland decide to take no further action against broadcaster.' See: https://t.co/jYQBTI7XmB
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian review: 'Spaceman review – Adam Sandler consoled by unscary giant spider in deep space.' See: https://t.co/peVYhuwGqk
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian reports: 'US government lawyers deny charges against Julian Assange politically motivated. WikiLeaks founder named sources and encouraged theft and hacking, say lawyers at extradition hearing in London.' See: https://t.co/KlcGeM1A1i
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian review: 'Peak Stuff review – teenage ideals take a kicking from capitalism.' See: https://t.co/lsD3Uh1bVk
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Guardian reports: 'Julian Assange extradition appeal: what’s at stake and what will happen next? WikiLeaks founder’s team says extradition is in breach of treaty, which prohibits doing so for political offences.' See: https://t.co/UO4d0F8aNA
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News reports: 'Saudi Media Forum platforms journalism’s essential role in times of crisis. Proliferation of fake news means journalists needed more than ever, says Arab News’ Editor-in-Chief Faisal J. Abbas.' See: https://t.co/O4rkug2Ymo
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News reports: 'Leaked documents expose Iran’s harassment campaign against British-based journalists. Hacktivists Edalat-e Ali says documents show Tehran targets Iran International staff with financial bans, threats to family.' See: https://t.co/tVDOl0epnj
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Arab News reports: 'Third Saudi Media Forum kicks off in Riyadh, platforms global issues.' See: https://t.co/a42rYeT74q
— CIoJ (@CIoJournalist) February 21, 2024
Montage of world newspapers for Wednesday 21st February 2024
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