Quick reads Iran calls BBC journalism 'media terrorism' in UN filing The BBC has urged the United Nations to condemn Iran after the country accused its Persian-language service of terrorism and warfare in an official government document By Marcela Kunova • 1 min read
Quick reads Half of UK freelance journalists offered less than 10p a word, new study reveals Research from Sheffield Hallam University and Freelancing for Journalists shows two extreme ends of By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads Acast unveils major YouTube partnership to boost UK podcast video ad revenue Acast’s new partnership with Little Dot Studios will give UK podcasters access to expert video support, unified analytics, and expanded advertising opportunities on YouTube By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads Two thirds of UK journalists have a small following on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, new study finds Digital journalist and content creator Sophia Smith Galer finds that top British journalists are slow to adopt and build large accounts on popular video-led platforms By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads Manchester Evening News launches premium subscription for deeper, ad-lite local journalism Reach plc's major title offers subscribers exclusive content, fewer ads, and new features while supporting trusted local reporting By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads EBU issues reporting guidelines on abuse of women and girls in sport The European Broadcasting Union has published practical advice to help journalists report sensitively and accurately on abuse cases in sport By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads New £10k prize for independent, public interest news outlets The Tenacious Journalist Awards 2026 will fund 10 UK journalists and small newsrooms producing impactful, ethical reporting By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads EBU launches Ukraine Archive with 30,000 verified digital stories Journalists can access a treasure trove of trusted, audio and video war-time reporting By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads Owen Meredith to lead public policy at dmg media Owen Meredith, current CEO of the News Media Association (NMA), will become managing director, public policy at dmg media in May 2026. He succeeds Peter Wright, editor emeritus, who retires after a 47-year career with the company. Meredith is known for leading the NMA’s industry engagement and the Make It Fair campaign, which opposed government plans to exempt AI companies from copyright law. Peter Wright’s legacy includes 14 years as editor emeritus, where he helped establish the Independent P By Marcela Kunova • 1 min read
Quick reads New SLAPP Back Initiative tracks cases against US publishers NYU’s First Amendment Watch and the Pulitzer Center have launched a database tracking potentially meritless and malicious lawsuits designed to silence the press By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads GRV Media prepares for zero-click future with new community platform The sports publisher rolls out a suite engagement features designed to strengthen direct reader relationships in the wake of diminishing search referral traffic By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
Quick reads BBC Global Women: A new commitment to amplifying voices of women and girls BBC Global Women is a new initiative dedicated to sharing original stories and interviews that resonate with women across the globe By Jacob Granger • 1 min read
