— The European Commission is funding a Journalism Partnerships call to support cross-border media consortia in collaborative reporting and newsroom innovation.
— Leaders at Bangladesh's Media Convention warned that rising threats such as mob violence and pressure on journalists endanger press freedom and democratic norms.
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— The Defense Department announced a major overhaul of Stars and Stripes to refocus the military newspaper on warfighting and Pentagon-produced content worldwide.
— CPJ urged Burundian authorities to free journalist Sandra Muhoza, who received a four-year sentence and fine over comments in a journalists' WhatsApp group.
— Ten years after Jason Rezaian's release, a Washington Post analysis and CPJ data show a global decline in press freedom and a steep rise in jailed journalists.
— CPJ urged Vietnam to free jailed journalists and ease media repression before the Communist Party congress, warning Article 117 arrests breach free expression.
— Asia Journalist Association urges Iran to stop using force, protect reporters covering protests, and respect press freedom and the public's right to information.
— Press clubs across Asia are altering operations as political pressure, legal limits and safety concerns constrain journalists' meetings and collaboration.
— Information Minister Ataullah Tarar visited veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima, inviting her to train PTV anchors and help set pronunciation standards.
— An in-depth report documents the Taliban's suppression of Afghan women journalists through bans, closures and gendered harassment that silence their reporting.
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— Information Minister Ataullah Tarar visited veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima, inviting her to train PTV anchors and help set pronunciation standards.
— Shabbir Mir, a senior journalist, has been named spokesperson to the Gilgit-Baltistan chief minister, bringing media experience to a key communications role.
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— In an emotional account, veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima opens up about the pain behind leaving Radio Pakistan after 45 years, reflecting on passion, dignity, and a lifetime devoted to journalism.
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— Leaders at Bangladesh's Media Convention warned that rising threats such as mob violence and pressure on journalists endanger press freedom and democratic norms.
— CPJ urged Vietnam to free jailed journalists and ease media repression before the Communist Party congress, warning Article 117 arrests breach free expression.
— Asia Journalist Association urges Iran to stop using force, protect reporters covering protests, and respect press freedom and the public's right to information.
— Press clubs across Asia are altering operations as political pressure, legal limits and safety concerns constrain journalists' meetings and collaboration.
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— Israel's Economy Minister Nir Barkat sued Channel 12 and reporter Omri Maniv for 12 million shekels, alleging a false and defamatory televised investigation.
— The 57th Cairo International Book Fair (Jan 21-Feb 3, 2026) in New Cairo hosts 1,457 publishing houses from 83 countries, with Romania as guest of honor.
— Iranian officials say about 2,000 people died in nationwide protests, while internet blackouts and restrictions hinder journalists and impede information flow.
— Internet shutdowns and network throttling in Iran are crippling journalists and media, impeding reporting, verification and sharing of protest information.
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— A weekly global media briefing by JournalismPakistan.com covering press freedom, newsroom trends, platform policies, and major media developments across Asia, the Middle East, and the world.
— The Defense Department announced a major overhaul of Stars and Stripes to refocus the military newspaper on warfighting and Pentagon-produced content worldwide.
— CPJ urged Burundian authorities to free journalist Sandra Muhoza, who received a four-year sentence and fine over comments in a journalists' WhatsApp group.
— Ten years after Jason Rezaian's release, a Washington Post analysis and CPJ data show a global decline in press freedom and a steep rise in jailed journalists.
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— Mohammad Ilyas, Pakistani cricket legend and opening batsman, dies at 79. Known for his defiant spirit, Test century, and confrontations with authority.
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— French journalist Christophe Gleizes has been imprisoned in Algeria for over a year, sparking concerns from international press freedom organizations.
— Brighton & Hove Albion has barred Guardian journalists from its stadium, triggering criticism from media advocates and MPs concerned about press freedom.
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— AI search summaries and chatbot answers could cut referral traffic to news sites, forcing publishers to rethink business models to sustain journalism.
— RSF launches Iran help desk to provide VPNs, digital security, mirror-site support and emergency aid to journalists facing internet censorship.
— Reporters Without Borders says Iran's communications blackout sharply restricts journalists, isolating reporters and disrupting information flow amid unrest.
— Semafor raised $30 million, lifting its valuation to about $330 million to fund expansion of newsletters, podcasts, live events and additional newsroom hires.
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— CPJ urged Burundian authorities to free journalist Sandra Muhoza, who received a four-year sentence and fine over comments in a journalists' WhatsApp group.
— Information Minister Ataullah Tarar visited veteran broadcaster Ishrat Fatima, inviting her to train PTV anchors and help set pronunciation standards.
— An in-depth report documents the Taliban's suppression of Afghan women journalists through bans, closures and gendered harassment that silence their reporting.
— A Tunisian appeals court cut journalist Chatha Belhajj Mubarak's sentence from five to two years, making her eligible for release after almost three years amid family health concerns.
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— The European Commission is funding a Journalism Partnerships call to support cross-border media consortia in collaborative reporting and newsroom innovation.
— The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship is accepting 2026 applications, offering journalists a year of business, economics and finance study with tuition and stipend.
— The World Press Institute Fellowship 2026 invites international journalists to apply for a fully funded program in the U.S., with applications due by February 15,.
— The Pulitzer Center's Rainforest Reporting Grant supports journalists exploring key environmental issues in vital tropical forest regions.
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— The exclusion of Imran Khan from PCB's cricket legends video on Independence Day sparks outrage among journalists and fans alike.
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— Nawaz Sharif's bodyguards attacked Samaa TV cameraperson Wajid Ali outside Parliament, leaving him unconscious and prompting a case against the guards.
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— Amjad Warraich, Lahore Bureau Chief of NewsOne, has been asked to resign amidst significant turmoil within the organization.
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In the 1980s, a brief kiss scene on Pakistan Television (PTV) sparked such an uproar that the channel had to issue a public apology! This unexpected moment stirred a nationwide debate on media standards—imagine the reaction if it aired today!
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— Ibrar Tanoli, General Secretary of Manshera Press Club, dies after being shot by gunmen in Pakistan, sparking outrage among journalists.
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Janu Journalism, our mascot, features in a New Year toon mocking biased TV anchors as they take an oath, skewering party loyalty and media ethics in Pakistan's journalism culture.
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<p>ISLAMABAD, October 2, 2025: Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging their cameras and equipment while dispersing a protest staged nearby. The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) and other media bodies condemned the attack and termed it an act of terrorism. </p>
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