Reuters Institute: Trust in news is at a record low, with access dominated by platforms
Trust in news is at a record low since 2015, social media and video platforms have surpassed traditional news sources and AI chatbots continue to rise.
European Press Prize 2026 honours journalism that refused to look away
The six winners showcase the very best of independent journalism in Europe in a challenging year for institutions and democracy.
RSF Index 2026: Press freedom worldwide hits record low
Press freedom is at its lowest level in 25 years worldwide, according to Reporters Without Borders’ 2026 World Press Freedom Index.
From AI to press freedom: iMEdD’s highlights from the 20th International Journalism Festival in Perugia
The 2026 International Journalism Festival in Perugia, offered a familiar mix of urgency and optimism, underscoring a central question that ran through the week: how journalism can stay rigorous, independent, and human in an age of accelerating change.
AI and the Future of News: Key takeaways from the RISJ Conference
Key takeaways from this year’s AI and the Future of News conference, hosted by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism on March 17.
GIJN’s coverage of NICAR 2026
At the latest NICAR data journalism summit 2026, reporters spotlighted digital techniques reshaping investigative work.
A quiet journalism career reset at the Reuters Institute
What happens when journalists step away from daily deadlines to rethink their craft? As the Reuters Institute Journalist Fellowship are open for 2026-2027, former fellow Niko Efstathiou shares his experience.
Journalism conferences worth bookmarking in 2026
From learning new tools to questioning power and purpose, this calendar maps the global events shaping journalism in 2026.