— Ghanaian journalist Innocent Appiah has appealed a High Court judgment he says misapplied the Data Protection Act and risks curbing public interest reporting.
— Publishers are adopting a three-pillar revenue model comprising advertising, subscriptions, and services to stabilize their finances and safeguard editorial independence.
— Guidance for readers to identify credible news in 2026 by checking AI disclosures, source transparency, verification practices and editorial oversight.
— Pakistan has escalated in absentia convictions and arrest warrants against overseas journalists, intensifying a crackdown on exiled critics, according to CPJ.
— CBS aired a shelved 60 Minutes report on El Salvador's CECOT prison, reigniting debate over editorial independence and alleged migrant abuses.
— A study finds Bangladeshi journalists expect heightened physical and digital threats ahead of the 2026 elections, citing safety gaps and weak newsroom support.
— A Jakarta Post report found 89 incidents in 2025 of violence, digital harassment and censorship against Indonesian journalists, raising alarm over press freedom.
— On slow news days editors withhold pieces lacking relevance, accuracy or public interest, and avoid publishing material that raises legal or ethical risks.
— Siasat.pk has shut its Islamabad office after 8 years, citing pressure and the detention of journalist Sohrab Barkat that staff say made operations untenable.
— A Tennessee judge ordered broader media access to executions, requiring curtains remain open during key procedures while safeguarding execution team identities.
— Press freedom groups seek an impartial probe after Romanian reporter Emilia Sercan was targeted in a coordinated online smear campaign with harassment and threats.
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— Siasat.pk has shut its Islamabad office after 8 years, citing pressure and the detention of journalist Sohrab Barkat that staff say made operations untenable.
— Javeria Siddique, widow of Arshad Sharif, says unidentified people have returned to her Islamabad street asking about her, and she has contacted police.
— 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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— A study finds Bangladeshi journalists expect heightened physical and digital threats ahead of the 2026 elections, citing safety gaps and weak newsroom support.
— A Jakarta Post report found 89 incidents in 2025 of violence, digital harassment and censorship against Indonesian journalists, raising alarm over press freedom.
— 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.
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— Activists warn Iran may be moving toward long-term restrictions on global internet access after nationwide shutdowns during January protests.
— 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.
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— Pakistan has escalated in absentia convictions and arrest warrants against overseas journalists, intensifying a crackdown on exiled critics, according to CPJ.
— CBS aired a shelved 60 Minutes report on El Salvador's CECOT prison, reigniting debate over editorial independence and alleged migrant abuses.
— A Tennessee judge ordered broader media access to executions, requiring curtains remain open during key procedures while safeguarding execution team identities.
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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.
— NBCUniversal sold out all ad inventory for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics over a month before the Games, setting a record for combined TV/digital revenue.
— 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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— Publishers are adopting a three-pillar revenue model comprising advertising, subscriptions, and services to stabilize their finances and safeguard editorial independence.
— 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.
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— Press freedom groups seek an impartial probe after Romanian reporter Emilia Sercan was targeted in a coordinated online smear campaign with harassment and threats.
— Javeria Siddique, widow of Arshad Sharif, says unidentified people have returned to her Islamabad street asking about her, and she has contacted police.
— 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.
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— The INMA Global Media Awards invite newsrooms and digital teams to submit 2025 work by Jan 30, 2026, for recognition in innovation, audience growth and revenue.
— 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,.
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— Journalists in Dubai face censorship challenges while benefiting from a vibrant media environment and opportunities for professional growth.
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— In 2026, Pakistan's journalism faces rising threats, yet it remains essential for accountability and trust in a tumultuous information landscape.
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— The Supreme Court of Pakistan publicly released a list of journalists who received funds from the Information Ministry's secret fund during 2011-2012.
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— Samina Pasha's bank account has been frozen following a complaint from the NCCIA, raising concerns about press freedom and the targeting of journalists.
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— Waqt News has officially ceased operations in Pakistan after sacking all staff, following extensive protests from employees and journalist unions.
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— Sindh Chief Minister orders immediate action following journalist Mohammed Bachal's murder, highlighting ongoing violence against media in Pakistan.
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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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