Sunday, Apr 13

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must restore Associated Press access, affirming press freedom rights in the face of government restrictions.

Tuesday, Apr 01

Zimbabweans largely stayed home during planned protests against President Mnangagwa, with heavy police presence resulting in low turnout and multiple arrests.

Saturday, Mar 29

Skadden Arps agrees to a $100 million pro bono deal with Trump to avoid executive orders targeting law firms, stirring controversy in the legal community.

Monday, Mar 24

The Supreme Court declines to reconsider defamation protections in a case brought by billionaire Steve Wynn against the press.

Monday, Mar 17

Trump signs order placing all staff at Voice of America on leave, prompting widespread condemnation from press advocates and concerns over media freedom.

Friday, Mar 14

Pakistani forces successfully rescued over 300 hostages from the Jaffar Express, ending a 36-hour standoff following an attack by the Baloch Liberation Army.

Wednesday, Mar 12

Tensions rise as White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt defends President Trump's tariffs against pointed questions from AP reporter Josh Boak.

Tuesday, Mar 11

Indonesian TikToker Ratu Thalisa faces prison for comments made during a livestream, raising concerns over freedom of expression in Indonesia's controversial hate-speech law.

Thursday, Feb 27

The White House has taken control of the press pool, limiting access to journalists and raising concerns over press freedom and transparency.

Thursday, Feb 27

Vietnamese journalist Huy Duc has been sentenced to 30 months in prison over Facebook posts criticizing the government, highlighting the country’s crackdown on dissent.