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Inside the Peruvian campaign to discredit journalists exposing political and judicial corruption

An investigation by IDL-Reporteros and CLIP revealed how disinformation linked to political and business figures spread through social media and escalated to legal pressure and harassment against journalists.

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Brazil’s Lula sparks backlash with polarizing pick for public broadcaster

Journalists say José Luiz Datena’s sensationalist record and human-rights violations make him incompatible with EBC’s mission, and call his appointment political interference.

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Central American journalists discuss reporting and resistance amid democratic backsliding

During a recent webinar, journalists and scholars from northern Central America describe the threats and violence they face at home. For some, it’s led to exile, but not to giving up.

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Next generation of data journalists overcome information scarcity in Mexico

Mechanisms that once guaranteed access to public information have been dismantled in Mexico. Media and technology organizations are teaching young journalists to fill the gap.

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This news anchor brings you the headlines — and an artisanal spirit

For Luis Núñez, journalism is an act of love and community service. He anchors two newscasts on Colombia’s Pacific coast and sells viche liquor, knowing he can’t live off journalism alone.

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Five tools to detect, analyze and counter disinformation

Digital tools such as FactFlow, Archive.org and OSoMeNet help journalists and fact-checkers in Latin America track false narratives, analyze dissemination networks and authenticate online content.

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Brazilian creators are redefining the relationship between journalists and newsrooms

Brazilian social media users now favor news creators over traditional brands, a Reuters Institute study finds. The trend opens opportunities for collaboration between creators and newsrooms.

As Honduras heads to the polls, its reporters prepare for a dangerous assignment

With the military casting suspicion on the press and pushing to unmask sources, local journalists are turning to one another — and to bulletproof vests — to ensure they can cover their country’s elections.

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Stay ahead of 2026 digital reporting trends with new investigative tools workshop

In this one-hour workshop, journalist Craig Silverman will show how to track social media, investigate websites, archive pages, verify videos and assess AI-generated content—all with practical, accessible tools.

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At COP30, Brazilian outlets teamed up to elevate community voices and climate justice

Independent newsrooms from host city Belém and across Brazil joined forces to play to their strengths and center communities already living with the effects of climate change.

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Amid a growing wave of online scams, fact-checkers take on a new mission

Disinformation experts from Brazil, Mexico and the U.S. explain why journalists must join the fight and help their audiences prevent fraud.

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Knight Center publishes new ebook on impact of democratic backsliding on Central American media

The ebook "Journalism in Central America: Facing Democratic Backsliding" reveals how independent media and journalists face a dual economic and political crisis, marked by dependence on international funding and State repression.