Press Freedom Under Pressure: Nigeria’s ECOWAS Court ordered the federal government to pay journalist Jide Oyekunle N10m after he was assaulted, detained and had his phone confiscated while covering the #EndBadGovernance protests, reinforcing that attacks on reporters are attacks on public information. Watchdog Scrutiny: CBS News hired Kenneth Weinstein as an “independent internal advocate,” but staffers say he’s stayed largely silent—no public statements and minimal guidance—sparking criticism that the watchdog “doesn’t bark.” Trust Gap in News: Reuters Institute’s Digital News Report finds global trust at a record low (37%), with Americans at 25%, as social and AI platforms keep pulling audiences even as credibility drops. Social Media Regulation Push: Britain is weighing rules that could force platforms to prioritize “trusted news,” while the Philippines sees renewed calls for a National Social Media Regulatory Board amid youth-safety concerns after a school shooting. Journalism Safety in the Field: Roxas City officials and media-security task forces condemned the shooting attempt on broadcaster Jay Lavapiez, framing it as an assault on press freedom. Media Business & AI: Piers Morgan’s Uncensored closed a $27m round at a reported $145m valuation, while AI video tools are forecast to surge as brands automate creation and editing.