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July 06, 2024: Daily Dawn criticizes the Punjab government's request to shut down social media platforms during Muharram, highlighting concerns over freedom of expression and the negative impact on communication and businesses in Pakistan.
July 05, 2024: The Pulitzer Center is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 cohort of AI Accountability Fellows. These fellowships support journalists with funding, mentorship, and training to produce in-depth reporting on AI systems.
July 05, 2024: Freedom Network responds to recent public controversy stemming from a Peshawar event. The statement addresses allegations of harassment and emphasizes the organization's commitment to media diversity and freedom of expression.
July 05, 2024: Javeria Siddique, wife of slain journalist Arshad Sharif, accuses the ruling elite of involvement in her husband's murder and demands justice. Read more on the ongoing struggle for accountability.
July 04, 2024: Journalist and government critic Aidos Sadykov succumbed to injuries on July 2 after a shooting in Kyiv. The IFJ, NUJU, and FEJK urge a thorough investigation by Kazakh and Ukrainian authorities.
July 04, 2024: Explore the progress and setbacks of press freedom in the Middle East. This article delves into the region's ongoing struggle for media independence, highlighting significant challenges and triumphs.
July 04, 2024: The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) urges Turkish authorities not to contest the appeals of eight journalists sentenced to over six years in prison on terrorism charges and calls for an end to the baseless prosecution of journalists. Learn more about the convictions and the appeals process.
July 03, 2024: The Committee to Protect Journalists welcomes the UN Working Group's declaration that the imprisonment of Guatemalan journalist Jose Ruben Zamora is arbitrary and calls for his immediate release. CPJ highlights the unjust prosecution faced by Zamora for his investigative reporting on government corruption.
July 03, 2024: Discover how independent media outlets in Asia are transforming journalism by breaking barriers and shaping public opinion. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of these new voices in the media landscape.
July 03, 2024: Journalist Umar Cheema retracts his criticism of a Samaa TV talk show, alleging the episode where public speaker Sahil Adeem and playwright Khalilur Rehman Qamar confronted a young woman was scripted and preplanned to boost ratings.
July 03, 2024: Daily Dawn criticizes the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for implementing a mass surveillance system, calling it Orwellian. The editorial highlights the privacy invasion and potential abuse of monitoring up to 4 million citizens without legal warrants, urging immediate cessation of such practices.
July 03, 2024: The teenage children of slain journalist Khalil Jibran fear for their lives after an arson attack on their snooker club. They have appealed for protection and relocation, highlighting the ongoing threats and insecurity faced by their family.
July 03, 2024: PTI accuses ARY News of broadcasting false news regarding a UN Working Group's report on Imran Khan's arrest. PTI asserts the report calls for Khan's immediate release and compensation, challenging the authenticity of ARY's sources.
July 02, 2024: Tribata TV journalist Sempurna Pasaribu and his family tragically died in a fire, allegedly due to his investigative reporting on drugs and gambling. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and affiliates condemn the murder, demanding a swift and transparent investigation to bring those responsible to justice.
July 02, 2024: The Committee to Protect Journalists has welcomed Haiti's decision to place Les Cayes prosecutor Ronald Richemond on leave amid allegations linking him to the murder of journalist Garry Tesse. This move aims to ensure an impartial investigation and signals a commitment to addressing impunity and corruption in Haiti.
July 02, 2024: Digital journalist Shivshankar Jha was fatally stabbed in Bihar, India, with his family alleging the involvement of a crime syndicate. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the Indian Journalists' Union (IJU) have condemned the killing and called for immediate action by the authorities to ensure justice and enhance protections for journalists.
July 01, 2024: The Coalition for Women in Journalism condemns the one-year imprisonment of Jordanian journalist Heba Abu Taha under the restrictive cybercrime law, calling for her immediate release and the repeal of the law to safeguard press freedom in the nation.
July 01, 2024: The Trust Conference 2024, organized by the Thomson Reuters Foundation, is a pivotal global forum bringing together journalists, publishers, experts, and innovators. Taking place in London (October 23 to 25), the conference will feature panel discussions, fireside chats, interactive presentations, and networking opportunities.
July 01, 2024: Explore the dynamic and evolving landscape of media in Asia and discover how traditional media outlets are adapting to digital disruptions, the challenges journalists face in different countries, and the pivotal role of press freedom in shaping societies.
June 30, 2024: Journalist Noor-ul-Arfeen Siddiqi was violently attacked by at least two dozen masked assailants at his home in Malir, leaving him with severe injuries. Siddiqi has called on top officials to take notice of this brutal attempt on his life.
June 30, 2024: Journalist Umar Cheema condemns public speaker Sahil Adeem and playwright Khalil ur Rehman Qamar for their disrespectful behavior towards a woman on Samaa TV, sparking widespread public outrage and criticism of the TV channel’s administration. Shame on Samaa and the speakers.
June 29, 2024: Neo News anchor Mian Imran Arshad and his team were assaulted by police in Buner, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while exposing an alleged electricity theft at Thana Khaal. Imran sustained serious injuries and their equipment and cash were snatched.
June 28, 2024: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Ugandan authorities to release journalists Dickson Mubiru and Alirabaki Sengooba, drop all criminal charges, and reform laws stifling journalism. The journalists face charges for publishing without a broadcasting license.
June 28, 2024: The Supreme Court issued show-cause notices to 34 TV channels again, questioning their conduct in airing contemptuous remarks by lawmakers. Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa accepts the lawmakers' apologies but finds media explanations unsatisfactory.
June 28, 2024: Dive into an extensive exploration of the ominous challenges besieging Pakistan's print media sector. Delve into the heart of the debate on whether traditional newspapers can withstand the onslaught of the digital revolution.
June 28, 2024: Veteran crime reporter Tanveer Baig has passed away due to heatstroke amidst Karachi's ongoing heatwave. Discover the impact of extreme weather on the city and remember a seasoned journalist's enduring legacy.
June 27, 2024: The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the trial of U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russia as a miscarriage of justice and calls for his immediate release. The trial, held behind closed doors, is based on baseless espionage charges.
June 27, 2024: Join the News Impact Summit in Copenhagen, organized with the Google News Initiative, to tackle climate misinformation. Engage with experts through talks, panels, and workshops. Learn innovative storytelling techniques and best practices in climate journalism. Free event on Oct. 10.