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Scientists, a journalist and even a bakery worker are among those convicted of treason in Russia
Over the past decade, Russia has experienced a significant increase in treason and espionage cases. Prosecutions began to grow after 2014, when Russia illegally annexed the Crimean Peninsula from Ukraine and supported a separatist insurgency in eastern Ukraine. The crackdown on foreign intelligence services has ensnared scientists, journalists, and ordinary citizens.
Did White House give questions to journalist who interviewed Joe Biden? Full story of arranged interview
Aides and close associates of Joe Biden have been allegedly stage-managing his press conferences, interviews and interactions to show that there is nothing wrong with the president.
How drugs were used to spread HIV among 800+ students in Tripura
Tripura is grappling with a severe HIV outbreak among its student population, exacerbated by injectable drug use. According to Tripura State AIDS Control Society (TSACS) officials, 828 students have tested positive for HIV, with 47 fatalities reported. The crisis spans 220 schools and 24 colleges, highlighting the rapid transmission of HIV among students. Efforts include data collection from health facilities statewide and the provision of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) to 8,729 individuals. Addressing drug use through awareness and medical interventions remains critical to containing the epidemic.
Gaza War: Israeli army takes journalists on Rafah visit; destruction, tunnel shaft captured on cam
The Israeli army took journalists on a visit to Gaza on Wednesday (July 3), driving along the southern border area with Egypt and showing a tunnel shaft uncovered in Rafah. Israeli military chief spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, who accompanie...
NEET Paper Leak: How Bali trip and swanky school building led CBI to Hazaribagh school principal's doorstep
The CBI is investigating Oasis School in Hazaribag and its principal, Ehsanul Haque, for alleged involvement in the NEET-UG paper leak. The investigation focuses on the school's rapid growth, Haque's role as a city coordinator, and his suspicious trip to Bali. Officials are examining his financial transactions and connections to the Bihar paper-leak gang.
NEET-UG paper leak case: CBI conducts searches at 7 locations in Gujarat, arrests a journalist in Jharkhand
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted searches at seven locations in Gujarat as part of the NEET-UG paper leak case. The operation, initiated across Anand, Kheda, Ahmedabad, and Godhra districts, targeted suspects linked to the alleged leak. Previously, the CBI had arrested the principal and vice-principal of Oasis School in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, along with a journalist from a Hindi newspaper. These arrests were made in connection with the NEET-UG exam conducted by the National Testing Agency on May 5.
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US reporter Evan Gershkovich's closed-door trial begins in Russia
US journalist Evan Gershkovich's trial for espionage started in a closed-door session in Russia on Wednesday, marking 15 months since his arrest. Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal correspondent, was detained in March 2023 during a reporting trip in Yekaterinburg. He and his employer, along with the White House, reject the charges as false.
Assange's plea deal sets a chilling precedent, but it could have been worse
Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, affecting American press freedoms but allowing him to walk free after more than five years in British custody. The agreement, concluded on Wednesday in a courtroom in a remote U.S. commonwealth in the Western Pacific, involved Assange pleading guilty to one charge of violating the Espionage Act.
Lady in the Lake: Check out trailer of mystery-thriller series and details about plot, cast, release schedule, where to watch
"Lady in the Lake" follows Maddie Schwarz, a housewife turned investigative journalist, as she probes the mysterious death of Cleo Johnson, an activist in Baltimore's Black community. Their lives intersect in this seven-part mystery-thriller series, premiering on Apple TV+ with two episodes on July 19.
US reporter Gershkovich to go on trial in Russia on June 26
The trial of US journalist Evan Gershkovich, who faces espionage charges in Russia, will begin on June 26, 2024. The trial will be held behind closed doors in Yekaterinburg. He was arrested in 2023 and was accused of working for the CIA, collecting secret information about a Russian tank maker. The US and Wall Street Journal dismissed the charges as lacking credibility. It also condemned the trial as a sham and outrageous.
Third Eye: Stuttering made loyalists think and think before you speak
Whether the stutter was because she forgot who the party president was or because in a few traditional Maharashtrian families the wives still do not call their husband by name, remains unknown. Whatever it was, the stutter led to some laughter among the NCP cadres gathered around Sunetra.
Chinese journalist who promoted #MeToo movement sentenced to 5 years in prison
Chinese journalist Huang Xueqin, known for her role in China's #MeToo movement, was sentenced to five years for incitement to subvert state authority. Her co-defendant, Wang Jianbing, received three and a half years. Both faced charges highlighting the Chinese government's crackdown on activism. Huang's sentence underscores the ruling Communist Party's intolerance of activism outside its control
Vietnam arrests prominent journalist over Facebook posts
Huy Duc was detained for investigation for posts that "violate the interests of the State, the legitimate rights and interests of organisations and individuals", the Ministry of Public Security said. The 62-year-old former senior lieutenant worked for several influential newspapers in Vietnam before being fired in 2009 for criticising the country's former communist ally the Soviet Union.
The life, death and rebirth of an AI-generated news outlet
Irish broadcaster Dave Fanning's defamation lawsuit involves Kasturi Chakraborty and Hemin Bakir, former journalists at BNN Breaking, revealing the impact of AI-generated news on their reputations.
Third Eye: Maintaining punctuality, a victim of his own claims & the buzz is back
Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar has learnt the hard way that a thin line separates confidence and overconfidence. During the election campaign, when Uddhav Thackeray repeated that BJP would not return to power, Shelar said Thackeray should quit politics if the NDA tally in Maharashtra crosses 45. He added that he would quit politics if the Opposition tally reaches 18 in Maharashtra. After MVA bagged more than 18 seats, Opposition politicians are taking turns to tag him on X, to ask when he would quit politics and who his replacement would be.
China's Nepal envoy Chen Song faces local ire after public spat with intellectuals
China's ambassador to Nepal, Chen Song, is the new "wolf warrior diplomat" in South Asia, having kicked up a controversy targeting a local journalist who criticised China's loan policy for Nepal. Wolf warrior diplomacy refers to hyper public diplomacy by Chinese diplomats targeting host governments, visible since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Viral Video: News anchor swallows fly amid live broadcast, netizens praise her professionalism. Watch
Vanessa Welch, a news anchor, gained attention for her composed reaction during a live broadcast when she swallowed a fly mid-sentence. The video of the incident went viral, with viewers praising her professionalism. Despite the unexpected interruption, Welch continued delivering the news without hesitation, showcasing her dedication to her role.
'Civil War': 4K Blu-Ray version dropping in soon. Where can you watch film online?
One of A24's biggest domestic box office hits, 'Civil War' is finally getting its own 4K Blu-Ray version this summer, much to the excitement of those who missed this in theaters.
‘The Girls on the Bus' canceled despite good ratings, here's why
Max has taken a call on canceling ‘The Girls on the Bus', the first season of which was released back in March this year. The series that talks of celebrating journalism in all aspects has now faced the axe for unknown reasons, according to reports.
Lok Sabha polls: BJP's journo pick Vs Congress' educationist in Kanpur
Kanpur, one of the oldest major industrial and commercial centres of Uttar Pradesh which has in the past sent heavyweights such as Murli Manohar Joshi and former Union minister Shriprakash Jaiswal to Parliament, is currently held by the BJP's Satyadev Pachauri, 76, who is not contesting this time.
Status of Chinese citizen journalist who reported on COVID unknown on day of expected prison release
Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan's whereabouts post-release from a four-year prison term for Wuhan pandemic reporting remain unknown. Concerns persist as activists express worry and key entities in the saga add to the uncertainty.
Ensure protection of journalists covering polls: Editors Guild to EC
The guild also urged the commission to instruct all officers and personnel on election duty to be vigilant and take appropriate steps to ensure that journalists can freely report on this most important of all democratic exercises.
Hollywood Con Queen Season 1: Future episode details, release schedule and plot
As viewers have liked the captivating storyline of Hollywood Con Queen Season 1, questions have been making rounds about the episode count and release schedule for upcoming installments.
BJP will provide pension to journalists if voted to power in Odisha: Pradhan
Dharmendra Pradhan revealed BJP's plan to provide pension for journalists in Odisha, aiming to enhance media coverage and ease access to government offices. Simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections in Odisha will commence on May 13.
UNGA President invokes Gandhi to call for protection of journalists
UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis underscores the importance of protecting press freedom, journalists, and media workers worldwide, emphasizing the need for accountability and upholding democratic values.
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