Press Freedom Under Pressure (Philippines): The PNP says it will penalize officers if they violated “maximum tolerance” after Pasay police allegedly harassed and tried to arrest photojournalists Bullit Marquez and Rene Dilan while covering an ASEAN-linked protest, prompting condemnation from media groups and a formal probe. Student Media Rights (US): A Grand Junction High School student newspaper adviser was reassigned after a Gaza op-ed, with critics citing Colorado’s “New Voices” protections for advisers and editorial independence. AI vs Newsrooms: Publishers are pushing back as the AI news battle escalates, with calls for tougher rules and debate over whether governments should set an AI bargaining code. Source Protection in the US (NYT): The New York Times argues the White House is abusing the legal system to intimidate reporters in a leak probe tied to the Qatari-gift Air Force One, including subpoenas aimed at journalists and relatives. Digital Transformation (Africa): Tanzania’s Mwananchi Communications (MCL) says audience shifts are forcing a digital-first strategy as it expands beyond print. Global Safety of Journalists (Mexico/Thailand): Mexico reported another journalist killing in Oaxaca, while Thailand faces pressure from rights groups to halt deportation of detained Chinese journalist Bai Zhaodong. Media Funding Shock (US): Louisville Public Media says it’s adapting after federal public media funding was rescinded, leaning on local donors and a digital push.