Security forces raided the publication’s office, detaining three editors, the day after arresting another editor.
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The Jungle Prince of Delhi
For 40 years, journalists chronicled the eccentric royal family of Oudh, deposed aristocrats who lived in a ruined palace in the Indian capital. It was a tragic, astonishing story. But was it true?
Malta Arrests Businessman as ‘Person of Interest’ in Journalist’s Killing
Yorgen Fenech was detained aboard his yacht as he tried to leave the country, local reports said. Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed after accusing his businesses of links to corruption.
A Victim Not Only of Unjust Laws, but of ‘Unjust Authorities’
An investigative reporter from a prominent Moroccan family was wrongly accused of having had an abortion. Now she wants to hold officials’ feet to the fire.
Turkey Sentences, Then Frees, 2 Journalists Jailed in Crackdown
A Turkish court sentenced two journalists, Ahmet Altan and Nazli Ilicak, on charges of aiding a terrorist group. It then released them on the basis of time served.
72 British Lawmakers Condemn ‘Colonial’ Coverage of Meghan
Dozens of women in Britain’s Parliament from across the political spectrum expressed solidarity with Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex.
Facebook Finds New Disinformation Campaigns and Braces for 2020 Torrent
The company also announced several new steps to reduce the spread of false information, including an effort to label posts from state-sponsored media.
Australian Media Redact Their Front Pages to Protest Secrecy Laws
Print, online and on-air news outlets joined together in a concerted campaign to pressure the Australian government to soften its restrictive secrecy laws.
ABC Apologizes for Showing Video From U.S. Gun Range in Report on Syria
The video appeared in a report on Turkish attacks in northern Syria. ABC News did not specify how the error had occurred.
Poland’s State Media Is Government’s Biggest Booster Before Election
With state television firmly under the control of the ruling party, it has proved itself more valuable than any billboard or advertising campaign.