AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoChild Safety Law: The Philippines Senate approved a second-reading bill that would block social media access for users under 18, requiring platforms to verify age and provide parental safety tools, with international services also needing local compliance. Press Freedom Under Pressure: A Maine driver was caught on video nearly running down an investigative journalist outside a methadone clinic, as police investigate possible intoxication and attempted vehicular homicide. Local Journalism Spotlight: National Newspaper Week highlights how local reporting underpins community accountability and connection, from covering public meetings to documenting local milestones. Social Media & Democracy: A new Pew survey says more people worldwide now believe social media harms democracy, with especially negative views in the U.S. Regional Media Equity: Bulgaria’s media regulator found “news deserts” as Sofia and major centers dominate regional coverage, leaving some areas with little or none. Crackdowns on Independent Media: Turkey’s T24 faced a court-ordered block tied to “LGBT propaganda,” while Egypt arrested the entire editorial team of independent outlet Matsadaash. Journalism Under Fire in Gaza: Gaza’s government media office says “Israel” has killed 263 journalists in three years, calling for international action to protect media workers. Prison Reporting Fallout: NBC reports Diddy was placed in solitary after coverage of his VIP prison life.
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