Published on, Sept. 28 -- September 28, 2025 12:00 PM

On September 28, the world observes World News Day - a moment to reflect on why credible journalism matters.

This year's theme, "Choose Truth. Choose Facts. Choose Journalism," could not be more timely. In an age of propaganda, polarisation, and algorithm-driven distractions, reliable news is as essential to society as clean water or electricity. Without it, debate shrinks, corruption thrives, and democracy falters.

Around the globe, the challenges are stark: reporters silenced, attacked, and even killed; governments weaponising internet shutdowns; shrinking newsrooms hollowed out by financial strain; and AI systems recycling journalism into half-truths, riddled with errors that ero...