Press Freedom Under Pressure: Ethiopia’s government is increasingly framing independent reporting as a national security threat, with rights groups warning of detention, intimidation and broad “national interest” arguments against critical media. Courtroom Access for Media: India’s Supreme Court refused a PIL over Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh curbs on outsiders, journalists, YouTubers and filming inside government schools, raising fresh questions about schoolchildren’s privacy and public accountability. War Zones, Real Injuries: CPJ says Israeli strikes injured multiple journalists in Gaza and Lebanon even amid ceasefire arrangements, underscoring the lack of protection for reporters. Newsroom Survival: The Collegian at the University of Tulsa faces major cuts—about 80%—forcing a halt to print and threatening staffing and recruitment. AI Meets Journalism: A debate erupted over an AI-produced Argentine news program after users criticized subtitle errors and content quality, while Danny Boyle confirmed generative AI was used briefly in his film “Ink.” Media Business Watch: Australia’s Southern Cross Media and Nine Entertainment both report post-merger/reshuffle cost and profit shifts as streaming and digital push forward. Local Crime & Community: Chicago police report a 16-year-old seriously injured in a Little Village shooting; a Rotorua jewelry store raid allegedly involved five people fleeing with loot.