A significant growth of scientific studies over the past two decades about the effects tattooing may have on human health has raised questions about the regulation of the tattoo market. George Claassen reflects on whether the media should be giving more exposure to the issue.

After studying the complaint, I agreed with the complainant that the Press Code was contravened and immediately notified the City Press editors that they should offer the complainant a right of reply, as the Press Code requires

The role of a public editor or a news ombud is to critically examine what we are doing and hold us accountable, writes George Claassen.

When Ernst Roets falsely accused News24 of ignoring a horrific farm attack that the outlet had actually reported on the day before his accusation, his refusal to correct the lie became a perfect example of how social media “truth warriors” spread the very misinformation they claim to fight, writes George Claassen.

Journalism’s guardian role is the cornerstone of the profession, a building block that stands between authoritarianism and democracy, writes George Claassen.

Do social media influencers attacking News24 ever practice the winnowing process that sifts deep truths from deep nonsense? The evidence says no, writes George Claassen.

News24 has decided to create a disinformation desk inside its newsroom. This will be a counterweight on the scale of determining the truth and adds credence to its slogan: "Trusted news. First," writes George Claassen.

The Press Council of South Africa has expelled the Independent Media group, owner of The Star and Cape Times newspapers, with immediate effect, following the group’s refusal to adhere to sanctions issued by the Press Ombud's office.

News24 should have made certain about the full story of the Jan Braai video, especially in light of the consequences it could have on Jan Braai but, eventually, also on News24's reporters and our reputation. Journalists should always be very wary of public relations spin, writes George Claassen.