Press Freedom & Safety: Nigeria’s Tinubu told journalists to stop amplifying terrorists and kidnappers, saying irresponsible coverage can undermine security and democracy. Violence Against Journalists: Mexico identified remains of crime reporter Roxana Guzman and arrested eight suspects, including four municipal police officers accused of aiding the cartel-linked group. Platform Governance: A UNESCO-backed study across South-East Europe and Türkiye finds social media platforms now act as gatekeepers, reshaping how news reaches audiences and raising new regulation challenges. Hybrid Threats & Disinformation: Human Rights Watch and partner groups say a Lebanon-Israel framework agreement betrays war-crimes victims by blocking accountability and risking prolonged displacement. Media Industry Economics: Nigeria’s newspaper vendors face survival pressure from digital migration, inflation, and higher newsprint costs. AI & Business Models: Meta plans a cloud business selling excess AI computing power, signaling a shift beyond ads. Regulation & Youth Online Safety: New reporting highlights growing global moves to curb addictive social media design for children and teens. Recognition: IOL journalists Mervyn Naidoo and Ayanda Ndamane won at South Africa’s 2026 Sikuvile Journalism Awards.