Press-Freedom Pressure (Philippines): Foreign correspondents in the Philippines say Bacolod journalist Marchel Espina faces “unjust vexation” charges meant to intimidate media after an opinion piece, with the Presidential Task Force on Media Security backing her. Political Messaging & Media (Kenya): Former Chief Justice David Maraga names a 2027 campaign team mixing diaspora strategy and veteran journalism, underscoring how media skills are being folded into political comms. Legacy Media Business Models: A new take on media leadership argues today’s CEO must act as a “revenue architect,” building multi-stream ecosystems beyond ads. Press-Freedom Pressure (Kosovo): A European journalists’ mission warns Kosovo’s media freedom is declining despite pluralism, citing political pressure, weak RTK funding, and a rejected media law. Intimidation Claims (UK): Reform UK is accused of targeting and mocking a journalist on social media, prompting calls for stronger safeguards. US Visa Rules for Journalists: DHS moves to shorten foreign journalist stays, with China-linked reporters facing especially tight limits—raising fresh press-freedom alarms. EU Rule-of-Law Watch: The European Commission praises reforms in Hungary but flags ongoing risks, including possible political interference and uneven transparency. Media Industry Leadership (Australia): Mamamia appoints Luca Lavigne as CEO, continuing a trend of internal succession in digital-first media. Sports Media & Revenue (Hong Kong): World Cup screenings reportedly added HK$500m to bars and restaurants, showing how live sports can drive local media-adjacent spend. Tech/AI in Media Ops: rStream and Gillette Stadium partner on AI waste sorting, a reminder of how automation is spreading across major-event ecosystems.