Brazilian Radio Station Antenna Destroyed in Arson Attack
In the early hours of December 3, unidentified assailants burned down the broadcast antenna of Brazilian community radio station Aliança FM.
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Cuban Journalist Luz Escobar Repeatedly Barred from Leaving her Home
Beginning Nov. 16, authorities have repeatedly barred Escobar, a reporter for the Cuban news website 14yMedio, from leaving her home in Havana.
For the Sake of Press Freedom, Julian Assange Must Be Defended
Nine years ago this month, the Committee to Protect Journalists took a stand on one of the most polarizing figures in journalism.
Journalist Maykel Gonzalez Banned from Leaving Cuba
Journalist Maykel Gonzalez Vivero learned Monday that he will not be able to travel outside Cuba by decision of the Ministry of Interior (Minint).
Honduran TV Host José Arita Shot Dead in Puerto Cortés
The Committee to Protect Journalists today condemned the killing of TV host José Arita in northern Honduras.
Security Forces Raid Offices of Egypt’s Last Independent Media Outlet
Egyptian security forces raided the office of Egypt’s last independent media outlet, Mada Masr, over the weekend.
CPJ Gala Recognizes Courageous Journalists from Developing Democracies
All the honorees work in developing democracies that have experienced a deterioration in their respective press freedom environments.
Brazilian Electoral Law Criminalizes Allegations against Politicians
The Committee to Protect Journalists today condemned a law enacted by Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro that criminalizes slander under the electoral code.
Attackers Burn Boat of Journalist in Colombia
Colombian authorities should immediately investigate an arson attack against a journalist in northern Colombia and ensure his safety.
State and Private Bolivian News Outlets Attacked
Several news outlets in Bolivia were attacked or threatened and at least four had to temporarily cease broadcasting over the weekend.