US seizes another tanker off Venezuela in major escalation
American forces have seized a second sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as part of a major naval build-up. President Trump announces a total blockade. Read the latest.
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City AM Magazine Nominated for Top Regional Press Award
City AM's quarterly magazine is up for Best Supplement, with editor Steve Dinneen also nominated for Features Writer of the Year. Winners announced 11 March.
Downing Street axes afternoon lobby briefings
Downing Street's surprise overhaul of media briefings, scrapping afternoon lobby sessions, is condemned by journalists as a threat to scrutiny and transparency. Read the full story.
China Condemns US 'Bullying' of Venezuela in Oil Row
China's foreign minister has accused the US of 'unilateral bullying' over its military blockade of Venezuela. Read the latest on the escalating crisis in the Caribbean.
US Escalates Pressure on Venezuela with Oil Tanker Blockade
Donald Trump announces a complete blockade of Venezuelan oil exports, triggering protests in Caracas and a spike in global oil prices. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
US Imposes Total Oil Blockade on Venezuela
President Trump announces a complete naval blockade on Venezuela's oil tankers, escalating tensions in the Caribbean. Get the latest on this major geopolitical development.
Trump's $10bn BBC Lawsuit: A Threat to UK Media
US President Donald Trump's $10bn lawsuit against the BBC is widely seen as a politically motivated attack. We analyse the absurd legal claims and the potential disaster for the UK's public broadcaster.
Trump sues BBC for $10bn over Panorama programme
Donald Trump's lawsuit against the BBC over a 2024 Panorama episode is seen as a strategic move to intimidate media and embolden critics of the corporation. Read why experts call it 'grievance politics'.
Richard Tice's apology for Send comments sparks confusion
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice attempted to apologise for remarks about special educational needs, but descended into incoherence. The press conference highlighted party contradictions.
Rightwing Takeover of Pentagon Press Corps
Traditional journalists have surrendered their Pentagon press passes, replaced by rightwing pundits who agreed to strict new reporting rules. Explore the implications for US defence scrutiny.
Farage denies racist 'malice', attacks BBC over allegations
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage denies making racist comments 'with malice' as he attacks the BBC over historical allegations from school contemporaries. Read the latest political clash.
NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Freedom Limits
The New York Times files a federal lawsuit against the US Defence Department, alleging new press rules violate the First Amendment and chill independent reporting.
NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Restrictions
The New York Times files a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging new reporting rules violate First Amendment rights. Major US media outlets refuse to sign the agreement.
Trump Targets Somalis, Defends Hegseth in War Crime Query
President Trump directs immigration agents to focus on Somalis, calling Somalia a country that 'stinks'. Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces media questions over a Caribbean bombing incident.
US mass killings at 20-year low, but experts cautious
Mass killings in the US have dropped to a 20-year low in 2025, but criminologists warn this likely represents a statistical 'regression to the mean' rather than a permanent decline. Explore the data and expert analysis.
White House 'Hall of Shame' Targets Major News Outlets
The Trump administration unveils a 'Hall of Shame' website targeting journalists from outlets like the BBC and Washington Post. Explore the escalating White House media feud.
Trump's Media 'Bias Tracker' Reveals Presidential Bubble
The White House's new media 'bias tracker' is a desperate gimmick that reveals Donald Trump's growing isolation, not flawed journalism. Analysis of his attacks and falling approval.
Trump's reported ultimatum to Venezuelan leader Maduro
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Nicolás Maduro relinquish power and leave Venezuela immediately in a tense phone call. Explore the escalating US pressure campaign and Maduro's defiant response.
Oxford's Word of the Year 2025 is 'Rage Bait'
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.
Venezuela Accuses Trump of 'Colonial Threat' Over Airspace
Venezuela condemns Trump's airspace closure as illegal aggression. Tensions escalate over US drug trafficking claims and Operation Southern Spear. Read the latest.
Venezuela defies Trump airspace closure threat
Venezuela suspends deportation flights after Trump's airspace warning, calling it a 'colonialist threat'. Read the latest on escalating US-Venezuela tensions.
Trump Closes Venezuelan Airspace in Escalating Dispute
US President Donald Trump declares complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela amid growing tensions with Nicolas Maduro over drug trafficking allegations.
Trump escalates attacks on female journalists
Donald Trump's targeted abuse of female reporters reveals deepening misogyny and threat to press freedom. Analysis of his recent verbal assaults and their consequences.
Trump closes Venezuela airspace amid drug strike tension
US President Donald Trump announces complete closure of Venezuela airspace amid escalating anti-drug offensive. Airlines warned as tensions rise between nations.
Trump declares Venezuela airspace closed
Donald Trump announces complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela, escalating pressure on the government. Read the latest developments.
Global Press Freedom Under Threat: UK Media Warned
Veteran journalist Kerry O'Brien warns that press freedom faces unprecedented threats worldwide, from Gaza to Trump's lawsuits. Australia's government criticised for failing to deliver promised media reforms.
Farage denies school racism allegations at press conference
Nigel Farage faces renewed scrutiny over school racism claims as multiple witnesses come forward. The Reform UK leader denies allegations while critics question his version of events.
ICE arrests DACA mother of White House aide's nephew
Bruna Ferreira, protected under DACA and mother to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's nephew, arrested by ICE before Thanksgiving. Her lawyer denies criminal record claims.
Amanpour: Journalism Under Threat in US and Gaza
CNN's Christiane Amanpour sounds alarm on press freedom erosion, detailing threats to journalists in US and Gaza. Join the fight to protect independent media.
Airlines cancel Venezuela flights after US warning
Three major international airlines have suspended flights from Caracas following a US FAA alert about a 'potentially hazardous situation' and heightened military activity. Read the latest developments.
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