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Rachael Jolley

Research Fellow at the Centre for Freedom of the Media and Visiting Fellow in Journalism, University of Sheffield
Rachael Jolley researches and writes on freedom of the media globally as well as on local journalism and democratic deficits. She has recently published on local media innovation during the pandemic with the Reuters Institute of Journalism at Oxford University. She is also a guest lecturer at the Reuters Institute and in journalism at Liverpool John Moores and Nottingham Trent universities. She was editor-in-chief of the Sage-published journal Index on Censorship for seven years, where she commissioned a special report on the challenges for local journalism globally. She was a board member of the US Press Freedom Tracker. She started her career as a news reporter on the Eastern Daily Press and has won various journalism awards including the British Society of Magazine Editors' specialist editor of the year.

World Update: Trump’s global shockwaves

Nov 09, 2024 06:15 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

The world was definitely watching as the US went to the polls on Tuesday. Many people turned to YouTube to view the latest figures as states turned in their votes, where an apparent 84 million hours of presidential...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: big challenges ahead of winter for Zelensky as European far-right push Russian agenda

Sep 14, 2024 08:05 am UTC| Insights & Views

Its not long to winter, and this is going to be another tough one for Ukrainians. The war continues, but allied support is fraying. This week Antony Blinken, US secretary of state, and British foreign secretary David Lammy...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: naval success raises hopes of advantage against Russia this winter

Nov 25, 2023 07:35 am UTC| Insights & Views

War in wintertime is especially challenging militarily. Troops have to deal with the risk of frostbite while vehicles cant always move over muddy or frozen terrain. Its no wonder then that wars tend to move much more...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: what war in the Middle East means for Putin and Ukraine

Oct 15, 2023 04:05 am UTC| Insights & Views

For some people it was a week when they forgot that the Ukraine war was happening. As news from the Middle East took up longer and longer slots on news programmes and websites, reports from Ukraine were pushed off the...

Global Geopolitics Series

Ukraine recap: why Turkey wants to block Sweden and Finland joining Nato

May 23, 2022 13:16 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Over the last week, further details emerged of Finland and Swedens intention to join Nato, until on Tuesday the nations formally submitted the paperwork. Natos secretary general Jens Stoltenberg called it a historic moment...

Economy

FxWirePro- Major Economic events for the day

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Navigating Economic Waters: Insights from Fed Leaders on Inflation and Monetary Policy

Susan M. Collins, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, recently shared her economic views. She noted that the economy is doing well, with inflation heading towards the 2% target and a strong job market. At an...

Biden Rushes Loan Forgiveness for Ukraine Before Potential Policy Shift

The Biden administration forgave $4.7 billion in loans to Ukraine, State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said. Aimed at bolstering Ukraine against Russia, the move comes as officials expedite aid before leaving office....

Anticipation of Inflation Trends: What Today’s CPI Data Means for the Market.heading

The UK. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data is set to be released today, and its an important indicator for understanding inflation trends and potential changes in the BOE monetary policy. Headline CPI: Expected to rise...

FxWirePro- US Jobless Claims Preview

In the week ending November 9, 2024, initial jobless claims in the U.S. fell to 217,000, down from 221,000 the week before. This is the lowest number of claims since May and is much lower than the expected increase to...

Politics

Sen. Tuberville Declares: 'Trump's Cabinet Picks Are the Blueprint for American Greatness!'

Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) has voiced strong support for President-elect Donald Trumps recent Cabinet nominations, asserting that these selections align with the America First agenda endorsed by voters in the recent...

Donald Trump's NATO Pick Sparks Outrage: 'Whitaker's Appointment Is a Dangerous Gamble!' Critics Warn

President Donald Trump has nominated Matthew Whitaker, former acting Attorney General, as the United States Ambassador to NATO, a move that has ignited significant controversy due to Whitakers limited foreign policy...

Tulsi Gabbard's Political Transformation: 'Democrats Oppose Freedom,' Says Trump's Intelligence Nominee

Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trumps nominee for Director of National Intelligence (DNI), has publicly detailed her departure from the Democratic Party, citing fundamental disagreements over issues of freedom and...

Rep. Hageman Praises Gaetz's 'Brilliant Legal Mind': 'He'll Stir Up the DOJ!'

In a recent statement, Representative Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) expressed strong support for former Representative Matt Gaetzs nomination as Attorney General, highlighting his legal acumen and potential to reform the...

Donald Trump Demands Border Security After Illegal Immigrant Convicted in Laken Riley Murder: 'We Must Act Now!'

In a recent social media post, former President Donald Trump called for enhanced border security following the conviction of José Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant, for the murder of 22-year-old nursing student...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Cybertruck Joins Trump’s Motorcade at SpaceX Starship Test in Texas

The Tesla Cybertruck turned heads as it rolled alongside President-elect Donald Trumps motorcade near SpaceXs Starbase during Starships highly anticipated test flight. The presence of the futuristic EV underscored the...

HBAR, OM, and APE Tokens Gear Up for Rally as Binance Reveals Major Trading Pair Expansion

HBAR, OM, and APE are grabbing the spotlight as Binance unveils expanded trading pairs and Spot Algo services. Launching November 22, the announcement has market watchers eyeing a rally despite recent turbulence in token...

Shiba Inu Scam Warning Shocks Community: Fraudsters Use Fake Tokens to Exploit Shibarium Enthusiasts

The Shiba Inu team has issued an urgent scam alert following a surge of fake accounts and tokens exploiting Shibarium users. Community members are reminded to prioritize safety, verify all information, and avoid engaging...

Is Bitcoin’s Rally in Danger? Five Critical Signs Suggest Bull Run Could Be Nearing Its Peak

As Bitcoin breaks the $94,000 barrier, CryptoQuant warns of five crucial indicators that could signal a looming price peak. The MVRV ratio and Fear Greed Index are hitting critical levels, prompting analysts to advise...

Shiba Inu’s 14.84 Trillion Surge: Are Whales Quietly Shaping SHIB’s Next Big Move?

Shiba Inu recorded an eye-catching 14.84 trillion in transaction volumes over the past 24 hours. As whales scale back their activity, SHIBs struggle at key support levels could signal either a breakout or a deeper...