On Our Radar | 8 January 2026
we look at the precarious situation facing public media in the United States, and the continued dismantling of national media in Argentina.
Contrasting future for international public media | The PMA Briefing
Voice of Nigeria looks to a digital future; VOA director claims an illegal ouster; RTBF defends its journalists; Rai rebuffs RSF report.
Different ways of storytelling and a new Indigenous news alliance
A discussion with Tristan Ahtone on climate change, Indigenous journalism and building cross-border alliances.
Statement on defunding of US public media
The Public Media Alliance is deeply troubled by the final US Congress approval that strips advance funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
PMA & others urge US to protect press freedom after USAGM order
More than 20 global media freedom groups, including PMA, have called on the US to protect press freedom after USAGM dismantling.
Five PSM stories from the New Year break
The Christmas break saw many significant developments - both good and worrying - in public media around the world.
An existential threat for US public media?
Statements and appointments by the incoming Trump administration have raised alarm about possible threats to public service media in the US.
Discovering local music through public radio
At a time when it’s harder than ever to discover new local music, public radio stations across the United States and beyond continue to play a key role in bolstering local music economies.
How US public media covered Hurricane Ida
During natural disasters, public media organisations can serve as vital sources of critical and lifesaving information, as demonstrated when Hurricane Ida hit the US in August.
PMA welcomes $565m funding recommendation for CPB
Approval could lead to a 27% jump in funding for US public media in 2024 compared to current levels.