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Local France
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Local France
Prosecutor seeks dismissal in French government Covid response probe
The Court of Justice of the Republic (CJR) launched the probe in July 2020 over complaints that the government mismanaged its reaction to the virus's spread, including a lack of protective gear and unclear guidance over mask wearing. The CJR is the only court authorised to prosecute and try former and current government members for alleged crimes and offences committed in the exercising of their official duties. Philippe, as well as former health minister Agnes Buzyn, and her successor, Olivier Veran, were named as assisted witnesses – a status in the French legal system that falls between that of a witness and a formal suspect. While the CJR's investigation committee has the final say, the prosecutor's request for dismissal makes a trial less likely for the politicians involved. Philippe, a popular premier from 2017-2020, is mayor of the northern city of Le Havre and leads a right-centre party allied with, but not part of, Macron's centrist faction. Advertisement He is the only leading contender to firmly declare his intention to stand in the 2027 presidential election, where polls show him as the strongest candidate from the centre to take on the far-right. 'The investigation found that the government had taken numerous measures to combat the Covid-19 pandemic,' said CJR public prosecutor, Remy Heitz, adding the investigation could not establish that Philippe or Veran committed wilful failure to respond to a disaster. For her part, Agnes Buzyn had been sharply criticised for leaving her post at the start of the health crisis to run for mayor of Paris. But she left on February 16, 2020 – a few days before an official disaster was declared in France. 'No disaster as defined by the criminal code had yet been identified on the national territory, as the first death of a Covid-19 patient in France occurred on February 25, 2020,' said the prosecutor general's office. Buzyn had also been under investigation for endangering the lives of others, but France's Court of Cassation dropped that charge in January 2023.
Campaign ME
21-05-2025
- Campaign ME
How to spot fake news, AI-made imagery using TBWA, CJR's PSAi campaign
Columbia Journalism Review, one of the most respected voice on press criticism and the future of news, has launched a global campaign called The PSAi in partnership with TBWA\Chiat\Day New York to help people spot fake news, misinformation, differentiate real versus AI imagery, and identify the risks of AI-driven deception — as well as the role we all inadvertently play in spreading such visuals. The PSAi is a music video-centred social media campaign that outsmarts AI with AI – animating viral AI images that have made waves in culture to teach people how to spot fake images. People can visit to learn more about how to identify AI and understand the impact it has had on our media ecosystem. In conversation with Campaign Middle East, Derek Green, Chief Creative Officer, TBWA\RAAD, said, 'The Middle East is among the world's most connected regions. Yet that reach cuts both ways: the same feeds that spark creativity are also channels for AI-generated fakes that can circle the globe in seconds. Recent regional conferences have already flagged AI-generated images as a rising threat to trust in everything from elections to humanitarian reporting.' Green added, 'Columbia Journalism Review's PSAi campaign — developed with our colleagues at TBWA\Chiat\Day New York — offers the sort of creative intervention the world needs. By turning AI on itself, it teaches people how to spot AI-driven deception and reminds every scroller that they're not just viewers, but publishers whose shares either amplify falsehoods or protect the truth.' 'This is Disruption® used for good: tackling a global challenge with the very technology that created it.' — Derek Green, CCO, TBWA\Raad With misinformation claims rising to 80 per cent for images and video, coupled with 34 million AI-generated images being created daily, the need for consumers to educate themselves on how to detect AI is more important than ever. For the past 100 years photography has been one of the greatest tools journalists have to establish truth and trust. But today, AI generated photos are making it increasingly difficult for consumers to distinguish between real and fake media. In 2024, a study of 2,000 US consumers reaffirmed the concern as 76 per cent of participants were unable to spot AI-generated images. Betsy Morais, Acting Editor of the Columbia Journalism Review, 'AI has already begun to transform the environment for news and information. The novel approach of this campaign is to use AI as a tool to spot AI visuals as fakes — and to highlight the role everyone plays in making them go viral.' Since 1961, CJR has advocated for best practices in the journalism community, and believes in strong standards for verification, transparency and media literacy. With this campaign, CJR aims to recognise that if the press once had a singular power to document and publish news, versions of that work are now also visible across the vast expanse of the internet — populated by disinformation agents, synthetic-media hobbyists, and people who share what they see when they scroll. Morais added, 'At stake is trust in substantiated information and the health of democracy. It is our hope that people will feel empowered by this campaign to recognise their individual roles as newsmakers, and to promote a future based on truth.' To support the launch and continue its fight against misinformation, CJR is also sharing new research on AI and the press from Columbia's Tow Center for Digital Journalism. Dustin Tomes, Chief Creative Officer, TBWA\Chiat\Day NY, said, 'There's never been more confusion about what's real and what's fake on the Internet. The PSAi is designed to give people simple, effective tools to spot the difference — without requiring too much effort. This isn't a silver bullet, but by delivering this education in a memorable way, we hope more people will engage and apply these lessons. Tomes concluded, 'After all, fake news doesn't spread itself. This isn't an anti-AI campaign; in fact, AI played a critical role in creating it. But today, we're all newsmakers — so we have to be more aware. We're proud of our longstanding partnership with the Columbia Journalism Review to spotlight timely issues such as 'Are You Press Worthy?' — so coming together again for this project felt not only fitting, but essential.' CREDITS: Client: Columbia Journalism Review Betsy Morais – Acting Editor Agency: TBWA\Chiat\Day NY Dustin Tomes – Chief Creative Officer
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ex-Politico Reporter Ryan Lizza Rips Former Outlet for ‘Censorship Campaign' Against His Substack
Ex-Politico reporter Ryan Lizza ripped his former outlet for engaging in an alleged 'censorship campaign' against his new Substack blog. Lizza, in an interview with the Columbia Journalism Review on Wednesday, said Politico is threatening him legally because he criticized the outlet for sucking up to President Trump. Earlier this week, Status reported that Politico believes Lizza violated a non-disparagement clause by launching his Substack, dubbed Telos. 'Politico is threatening a lawsuit, which could easily destroy Telos, unless I delete several articles from the Internet in their entirety, which I would never do. It's appalling that they would demand that a news organization delete critical reporting about Trump,' Lizza told CJR. 'I don't know what's going on over there, but John Harris [Politico's global editor-in-chief and a co-founder] and Mathias Döpfner [CEO of Axel Springer, Politico's owner] should be embarrassed.' He added the 'good news' is that everyone in the Politico newsroom backs his Substack and not their 'corporate overlords.' Lizza, when he launched his Substack last week, further blasted Politico, saying it was one of several outlets that would 'grovel' before the president. And this week on Telos, he said Politico has demanded he remove several articles, including one in which he said the outlet made a 'regrettable mistake' by sending a reporter to CPAC to 'smooth things over' with the White House. 'I think Politico's censorship campaign against Telos validates my initial, quite mild criticism about how Politico's editorial leadership is not equipped to meet this moment,' Lizza told CJR on Wednesday. 'They seem frozen in a pre-Trump mindset about where we are in America when it comes to political journalism. The good news is that it's never too late to do better. John Harris is getting up there in age.' He added: 'He probably only has a few more years left in the business, so hopefully this episode will nudge him to do some self-reflecting about how he wants to be remembered. Does he really want to be remembered for accommodating himself to Trump and suing journalists over criticism?' Before launching his Substack, Lizza was Politico's chief Washington correspondent for six years. His exit came after he had to stop co-authoring Playbook for Politico last year after his ex-fiancée Olivia Nuzzi's 'personal relationship' with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. surfaced. On that topic, Lizza did not have much to tell CJR. He criticized Puck's Dylan Byers as 'by far the dumbest reporter' he dealt with during that situation — Byers declined to comment to CJR — but said the full story will have to be shared 'another day.' 'Suffice it to say that it is the craziest experience I have ever been through in my life, and the full story is a hundred times crazier than what people know,' he concluded. The post Ex-Politico Reporter Ryan Lizza Rips Former Outlet for 'Censorship Campaign' Against His Substack appeared first on TheWrap.
NBC Sports
30-04-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
KENTUCKY DERBY ACHIEVES GLOBAL REACH THROUGH CROWN JEWELS RACING PARTNERSHIPS
· 18 broadcasters to showcase the event in over 170 territories Wednesday, 30th April 2025 – Global horse racing takes the spotlight this Saturday, 3rd May, with the eagerly awaited Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford hailed as 'the most exciting two minutes in sport', this year's edition marks a milestone in international reach, with an impressive 18 broadcasters showcasing the event in over 170 territories. Over the course of a three-year term (2023 – 2025), HBA Media – the dedicated media rights agency for horse racing – has successfully positioned the Kentucky Derby as a cornerstone of its premium Crown Jewels Racing (CJR) sales package. This offering is tailored to attract mainstream sports and racing channels by delivering a comprehensive, year-round horse racing experience. As a result of this strategic alignment, the first leg of the Triple Crown has annually expanded its global reach, with a further six first-time broadcasters joining the international lineup for the 2025 edition. Those making their Kentucky Derby debut include: Abu Dhabi Media (MENA) – Making their return to live racing coverage with their first acquisition of such content since 2021. FanCode (India) – An exclusive agreement with an Indian OTT sports streaming platform, reaching 160 million homes. securing rights to the full year-round CJR package. Netkeiba (Japan) – Following impressive viewership numbers for both the Saudi Cup and Dubai World Cup, the Japanese broadcaster will now bring the Kentucky Derby to its 17 million users. Megamedia (Chile) – Marking their inaugural broadcast and ensuring that the Kentucky Derby is free to air to domestic viewers in western South America. Viaplay (Scandinavia, Netherlands) and D-Smart (Turkey) – The Kentucky Derby is set to return to screens in Scandinavia, Netherlands and Turkey, as two leading mainstream pay-TV broadcasters secure the full CJR package. The US audience will be particularly well catered for with NBCU broadcasting live on course with Nick Luck and Britney Eurton at the helm of their five-hour international and domestic world feed coverage (18:00 – 19:30 ET / 23:00 – 00:30 BST) of which ninety minutes will be dedicated to the feature race. The full list of international broadcasters include: Asia and Australia: Fancode (India), Netkeiba (Japan) and WeDo Sports (Malaysia, Taiwan, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar). Africa and Middle East: Abu Dhabi Media (MENA) / Yas TV (MENA); SuperSport. Americas and Caribbean: NBCU (US); CityTV (Canada); ESPN / Disney+ (South America and Caribbean) and MegaMedia (Chile). Europe: Racing TV and Sky Sports Racing (UK & Ireland), Virgin Media (Ireland), Viaplay (pan Europe), Polsat (Poland), Setanta (Eurasia and Baltics), SilkNet (Georgia), D-Smart (Turkey) and WeDo Sports (Germany, Switzerland and Austria). Global, News and Magazine programming: Sport 24 (planes and ships), Reuters and TransWorld Sports. Gary Quinn, VP of Programming for NBCU, said: 'We are excited to have the most comprehensive distribution plan in the history of the Kentucky Derby, as NBC Sports presents the 'Run for the Roses' for a milestone 25th time.' Frank Sale, Chairman of HBA Media, said: 'I'm pleased to say the figures speak for themselves. HBA Media has remained committed to building a powerful portfolio of premier horse racing under the Crown Jewels Racing banner, and the Kentucky Derby is clearly benefitting from that vision. 'A global audience is set to witness an extraordinary celebration as we mark the 151st running of the Derby—one of the most iconic sporting and social events in the United States.' Ends Press contact: Hannah Tufnell / hannah@ / +44 (0)7971 598287 About HBA Media: · HBA Media provide multiple live international horseracing packages to broadcasters as well as umbrella deals which include the co-ordination of programme delivery, daily management and troubleshooting. · HBA Media's aim is to reposition horseracing to be competitive with the likes of football, rugby, and cricket in the world of sports broadcasting. · HBA Media is proud to work with a whole host of prestigious racing federations and major global networks including Ascot Racecourse Limited, the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia, France Galop, Eurosport, Dubai Media Incorporated, Abu Dhabi Media, TVG, The Japan Racing Association, Singapore Turf Club, The German Jockey Club, The German Tote, Italian Racing, Victoria Racing Club, Melbourne Racing Club, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, NYRA, The New Zealand Racing Board, Racecourse Media Group, The Stronach Group, Breeders' Cup, Phumelea Gaming, the Saudi Cup and the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
New York Times
23-04-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
Columbia Journalism Review Faces the Kind of Crisis It Usually Covers
For more than a half-century, Columbia Journalism Review has critiqued the news media from its perch at America's most prestigious journalism school. Now, the magazine finds itself at the center of its own story. Last week, the Columbia Journalism School fired the publication's editor, Sewell Chan, after many people working under him raised complaints of unprofessional or abusive behavior. Mr. Chan was replaced on an interim basis by Betsy Morais, one of his deputies. The leadership change leaves the magazine, a product of the Columbia Journalism School known as CJR, reeling just as it — like many of the publications it covers — is looking for a sustainable business model. Much of Mr. Chan's job, which he began about seven months ago after holding editing positions at The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times and The Texas Tribune, was to help chart that new course. CJR is in the early stages of a major fund-raising campaign, with Mr. Chan as its public face until last week. Jelani Cobb, the dean of the Columbia Journalism School and the publisher of CJR, said the school was committed to keeping the magazine alive. It hasn't published a print edition for years, but frequently updates its website with news coverage, investigations and features. 'CJR is a crucial outlet, particularly at a time when journalism is being attacked from multiple directions,' Mr. Cobb said in a statement. 'Like many media organizations, we're navigating real challenges, but we've developed a thoughtful, forward-looking strategy for CJR's long-term viability.' CJR is synonymous with two pillars of American culture under great pressure: journalism and higher education. The magazine, founded in 1961, has historically relied on donations and university funding to survive. Both have lately come under strain, with a cash reserve drying up and Columbia's funding situation complicated by its clash with President Trump. In recent years, CJR relied on a $2 million cushion created during a fund-raising campaign nearly a decade ago. That reserve, which has been exhausted, was a linchpin of the magazine's annual budget of nearly $2 million, along with supplemental funding from the university and a small amount of subscription revenue. As that funding ran out, Columbia increased its support of CJR on a short-term basis. But that increase was supposed to be temporary, with a fund-raising campaign from the publication intended to fill the gap. Mr. Chan was hired last year by Mr. Cobb to serve as an emissary to the wider news media industry in addition to his role as editor, making him a fund-raiser for the magazine. Mr. Chan had begun to work with members of CJR's supervisory board on a new fund-raising campaign, including identifying potential donors, when he was fired last week, according to two people familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to speak publicly. The fund-raising campaign has been put on hold while the magazine figures out what to do next. The board, which was shocked by Mr. Chan's sudden exit, the two people said, is scheduled to meet this week to discuss next steps. Mr. Chan's tenure atop CJR ended after an hourlong meeting Thursday between Mr. Cobb and the magazine's editorial staff. During the meeting, roughly 10 people aired concerns about Mr. Chan's behavior, describing insults, threats to ruin their reputations, and an atmosphere of fear and hostility, according to two people with knowledge of the discussion who spoke on the condition of anonymity. Several participants cried. Mr. Cobb announced Mr. Chan's departure in an email to CJR staff members the next day, and thanked them for their 'resilience and dedication.' In a statement posted to LinkedIn, Mr. Chan called his dismissal 'hasty, ill-considered and quite frankly baffling,' and described three 'pointed conversations' with staff members at the publication. He called them 'normal workplace interactions' and said his leadership approach at CJR had been similar to his approach at previous jobs. He declined to be interviewed for this article. Despite his short tenure, Mr. Chan had already made changes at the magazine. He resurrected and renamed CJR's most recognizable feature — a roundup of news media missteps and plaudits now known as 'Laurels and Darts.' He also outlined an editorial plan focusing on emerging topics like artificial intelligence, modern business models and the global crackdown on independent journalism. In 2021, years before Mr. Chan was named editor of CJR, he wrote a column for the publication that in many ways foreshadowed the financial challenges he would grapple with as its editor. After combing through the CJR archives, Mr. Chan said he had concluded that journalism had 'always been a tough business,' despite 'nostalgic memories of 'the good old days.'' 'The days when a top editor could focus only on stories — not digital audience, workplace culture, buyouts and layoffs, or assertive unions — are gone for good,' Mr. Chan wrote.
