Gaza 2.0 — The world’s first digital genocide
The writer says the genocide in Gaza is not only televised, but experienced by all of us in real-time.
Media
Global Media Congress speakers call for combating fake news
The three-day congress kicked off with virtual speakers participating in panel discussions on the opportunities and challenges that technology has introduced to the media industry.
Revered Inquirer columnist, women’s rights fighter Rina Jimenez-David dies
The veteran journalist was awarded Best Columnist for Excellence in Population Reporting at the Global Media Awards in 2004 and at the TOWNS Award in 2013.
TikTok ramps up efforts to fight fake election news in Indonesia
Election watchdogs have previously voiced concerns over the proliferation of election misinformation on social media, fearing that it may hurt the integrity of the 2024 polls.
TikTok and beyond
The paper says that any attempt at curing a social ill should not be replaced by unwarranted oppressive actions of the State.
Two ST journalists win investors’ choice awards, including Financial Journalist of the Year
The ST journalists were among 12 individuals and 46 corporates to win awards across seven categories.
Dozens protest outside Karachi Press Club against killing of journalists in Gaza
More than 40 journalists are among the death toll of Palestinians killed by Israeli bombardment in response to Palestinian fighter group Hamas’ unexpected border breach
30 years of leading The Daily Star
The writer says that however bright the past may be, there is an urgent need to further strengthen public confidence in journalism.
Journalism is not a crime. What’s criminal is the culture of impunity for journalists’ killers in Pakistan
In the last three decades, at least 97 journalists have been killed in Pakistan. In 98 per cent of the cases, the murderers have enjoyed complete impunity.
Mahfuz Anam speaks about 30 years of editorship
Mahfuz Anam, editor and publisher of The Daily Star, completed 30 years as editor today. He speaks about his journey as the leader of Bangladesh's best known English newspaper.