Bhutan’s press freedom tumbles to historic low, ranking 152nd globally
Among South Asian nations, Bhutan now lags behind Nepal (90th), the Maldives (104th), Sri Lanka (139th), Bangladesh (149th), and India (151st), ranking only ahead of Pakistan…
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When YouTube replaces TV, news and politics: what South Korea learned the hard way in 20 years
More than just entertainment, YouTube has become the dominant stage for news, activism, disinformation and cultural exports, reshaping South Korea’s digital life more profoundly…
News organisations in Asia Pacific embrace AI innovations
The World Association of News Publisher's AI Showcase: Best Case Studies from the WAN-IFRA AI Catalyst Programme featured three news organisations presenting their prototypes:…
Pro-Duterte fake social media accounts undermine May polls, lawmakers warn
Two lawmakers react to a Reuters report that about one-third of social media accounts discussing former President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent International Criminal Court case —…
ByteDance, US discuss TikTok’s future in the country
The company said in a statement that there are still key matters to be resolved, adding that any agreement will be subject to approval under Chinese laws.
Warning of major quake in three months is fake news: Thai authorities
The Anti-Fake News Centre of Thailand has urged the public not to believe fake news circulating on social media that a major earthquake will strike Thailand within three months.
Ghost authors dish out questionable articles on Bangladesh
These articles, often containing misinformation, have been republished in some Bangladeshi media, adding to a questionable narrative. They have also been shared and re-shared on…
Indonesian police investigate intimidation of journalists
"This comes amid pressure from civil society groups to safeguard press freedom and ensure the safety of the country’s reporters. "
From fad to lifestyle: Slow-ageing diet gains momentum among young South Koreans
The buzzword "slow aging" refers to a lifestyle focused on extending lifespans through good habits while minimizing physical and mental stress.
Alleged intimidations against a top Indonesian publication raise concerns on shrinking civic space
Several days after a Tempo journalist was sent an anonymous package containing a pig’s head, the outlet’s office in Jakarta received another box containing the carcasses of…