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U.S. press freedom reaches new low, says global journalism organization

The U.S. hit a historic all-time low in press freedom, now ranking 64th globally, according to Reporters Without Borders' 2026 World Press Freedom Index.

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‘Shock and share’: Iran makes social media a key front in war against America

Sassy comebacks, sarcastic insults and glossy AI-generated videos have all been key tools in Iran’s retaliation against the United States, as social media has become a key front in the more than two-month war. The battle playing out online demonstrates the Islamic Republic’s investment in communications and technology as a key part of its arsenal....