The future of journalism may lie in the hands of “J-ethinomics” Posted on October 1, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Ethics for Media and the Center for International Media Ethics advocate ethical reporting to increase reader support
Canadian broadcaster CVT intimidated by Saudi government Posted on September 25, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply A Canadian oil sands commercial steeped in the ethical implications of oil sources provoked Saudi threats of legal action. Sun News ran the ad, welcoming controversy as a way to raise awareness of issues of women’s rights
Pakistani journalists denounce sensationalism at International Media Ethics Day seminar Posted on September 24, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply In response to local acts of terrorism, speakers called for a resurgence of responsible, ethical journalism This includes upholding the integrity of victims and practicing more investigative journalism.
WikiLeaks stirs speculation over Al-Jazeera’s coverage of the Arab Spring and Iraq war Posted on September 20, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply The subsequent resignation of Wadah Khanfar’s, the network’s former top news director, intensifies public scrutiny over Al-Jazeera’s objectivity.
Canadian court gives bloggers greater freedom of expression — libel case Posted on September 14, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Ontario superior court rules “defamation” depends on medium and context; appeal is likely.
Federal court rules 1st Amendment protects citizen journalists Posted on September 12, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Appellate ruling: “. . . news-gathering protections of the First Amendment cannot turn on professional credentials or status.”
Thai website moderator could face prison for failing to remove anonymous critical comments quickly. Posted on September 7, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Critics of Thailand’s stringent lese-mageste law say rulers routinely use it as a “weapon to silence critics.”
Media in India wrestle with two ethical quandaries Posted on August 13, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Should a satellite company be able to demand TV stations use certain sports commentators? And is there an argument for regulation of social media when threats of mass violence arise?
New ethics code restricts Mississippi teachers’ use of social media Posted on August 8, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply Citing a need for ‘boundaries’, state school board association erects social media wall between students and teachers
Former Aussie media mogul reflects on the Murdoch scandal Posted on July 30, 2011 by amlacey Leave a reply In his first interview since 1991, Warwick Fairfax warns “We’re all capable of being corrupted.”