Press Freedom Under Pressure (Iran): Iran’s parliament has advanced a bill that could criminalize or require authorization for contact with foreign media, universities, embassies and overseas funding—leaving “foreign influence” open to security and court interpretation. Journalism Safety & Source Protection (Ireland): A new study says Gardaí routinely question Irish journalists to identify confidential sources, with some reporting threats of arrest. Detention of Foreign Media (Togo): Two French filmmakers and a local fixer are held in pre-trial detention after a documentary shoot in Kara, charged with “false declarations,” as RSF and rights groups call for release. Meta Child Safety Trial (US): A former Meta safety engineer testified that Zuckerberg misled the public on child safety, alleging repeated internal warnings and risky recommendation systems. Platform Accountability (Ireland/UK-style, social media): Gardaí say viral claims about a “sixth youth” in a crash may not match the night’s footage, while regulators press TikTok for a full account of how it handles illegal content. Media Business Moves (Canada): Corus Entertainment signals more changes at Global B.C., with further job impacts expected. Digital Media & Trust (Ghana): GJA leaders urge journalists to prioritize truth and accuracy over speed and follower counts as AI reshapes newsrooms. Creator Economy (Kick): Kick’s team launches “Club,” an ad-free app for direct creator payments and fan community building.