Journalism Under Surveillance: UK tribunal orders MI5 and PSNI to pay journalist Vincent Kearney £20,000 after illegal attempts to identify his sources, underscoring heightened protections for reporters. Lobbying & Media Integrity: A Guardian investigation says CT Group paid journalists for favourable, “independent” articles, prompting MPs and transparency groups to demand full disclosure and lobbying-rule changes. Local News Survival: Bronx outlets face fresh pressure as News 12 restructuring and print-production threats highlight how local reporting is still fighting for oxygen. Social Media & Policy: Malaysia says social media activity in a Negeri Sembilan election campaign is “under control” with only 16 complaints, while media groups warn pending anti-disinformation bills in the Philippines could criminalize speech and expand state power. Media, Marketing & Tech: Boss Wallah Media claims niche UGC ads cut acquisition costs up to 40%, and Reuters reports News Corp is in a legal fight over AI summaries. Sports Media Moments: SEC Media Days sparks viral clips—from Florida coach Jon Sumrall joking about a reporter’s phone to LSU’s Lane Kiffin explaining he quit social media after his son challenged him.