Al Jazeera Journalism Review
The Perils of Journalism and the Rise of Citizen Media in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia's media landscape is grim, with low rankings for internet and press freedom across the region. While citizen journalism has risen to fill the gaps, journalists - both professional and citizen - face significant risks due to government crackdowns and the collusion between tech companies and authorities to enable censorship and surveillance.
Orientalism, Imperialism and The Western Coverage of Palestine
Western mainstream media biases and defence of the Israeli narrative are connected to orientalism, racism, and imperialism, serving the interests of Western ruling political and economic elites. However, it is being challenged by global movements aiming to shed light on the realities of the conflict and express solidarity with the Palestinian population.
Ethical Dilemmas of Photo Editing in Media: Lessons from Kate Middleton’s Photo Controversy
Photoshop—an intelligent digital tool celebrated for enhancing the visual appearance of photographs—is a double-edged sword. While it has the power to transform and refine images, it also skillfully blurs the line between reality and fiction, challenging the legitimacy of journalistic integrity and the credibility of news media.
Silenced Voices: The Battle for Free Expression Amid India’s Farmer’s Protest
The Indian government's use of legal mechanisms to suppress dissenting voices and news reports raises questions about transparency and freedom of expression. The challenges faced by independent media in India indicate a broader narrative of controlling the narrative and stifling dissenting voices.
Breaking Barriers: The Rise of Citizen Journalists in India's Fight for Media Inclusion
Grassroots journalists from marginalized communities in India, including Dalits and Muslims, are challenging mainstream media narratives and bringing attention to underreported issues through digital outlets like The Mooknayak.
Why Journalists are Speaking out Against Western Media Bias in Reporting on Israel-Palestine
The article highlights how over 1,500 journalists are speaking out against Western media's biased coverage of the Israel-Palestine conflict, criticizing its dehumanizing language, lack of context, and disproportionate focus on Israeli narratives at the expense of Palestinian voices and journalistic integrity.
Artificial Intelligence's Potentials and Challenges in the African Media Landscape
How has the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence impacted newsroom operations, job security and regulation in the African media landscape? And how are journalists in Africa adapting to these changes?
Media Blackout on Imran Khan and PTI: Analysing Pakistan's Election Press Restrictions
Implications and response to media censorship and the deliberate absence of coverage for the popular former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, and his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), in the media during the 2024 elections in Pakistan.
Digital Battlegrounds: The New Broadcasting Bill and Independent Journalism in India
New legislation in India threatens the freedom of independent journalism. The draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023 grants the government extensive power to regulate and censor content, potentially suppressing news critical of government policies.
Pegasus Spyware: A Grave Threat to Journalists in Southeast Asia
The widespread deployment of spyware such as Pegasus in Southeast Asia, used by governments to target opposition leaders, activists, and journalists, presents significant challenges in countering digital surveillance. This is due to its clandestine operations and the political intricacies involved. The situation underscores the urgent need for international cooperation and heightened public awareness to address these human rights infringements.
Media Monopoly in Brazil: How Dominant Media Houses Control the Narrative and Stifle Criticism of Israel
An in-depth analysis exploring the concentration of media ownership in Brazil by large companies, and how this shapes public and political narratives, particularly by suppressing criticism of Israel.
In-Depth Analysis Reveals Distortion in U.S. Media's Coverage of the Gaza Conflict
A new quantitative analysis by The Intercept reveals the extent of distorted coverage in American media of the Israeli war on Gaza.
In the Courtroom and Beyond: Covering South Africa's Historic Legal Case Against Israel at The Hague
As South Africa takes on Israel at the International Court of Justice, the role of journalists in covering this landmark case becomes more crucial than ever. Their insights and reporting bring the complexities of international law to a global audience.
Did the NYTimes Manipulate the Sexual Violence Allegations of October 7?
An in-depth examination of the New York Times's investigation of alleged sexual assaults by Hamas during the Israeli war on Gaza, highlighting ethical concerns, and the impact of its reporting on the victims' families. It questions the journalistic integrity of the Times, especially in the context of Western media's portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Is The New York Times Reproducing Allegations of 'Sexual Violence' to Downplay Israeli Crimes?
The New York Times' report on alleged sexual violence by Palestinian militants raises profound concerns about discrepancies in key testimonies and a biased reporting that aligns with Israeli narratives and downplays Israeli crimes in Gaza.