— Turkey observed Working Journalists' Day on Jan. 10 with official tributes, praising reporters' work and press freedom amid concerns over media restrictions.
— PFUJ-Workers warns Pakistan's journalists face a deepening welfare crisis of layoffs, delayed salaries, poverty and health hardships with little support.
— Independent U.S. journalists are launching reader-funded newsletters and nonprofit outlets to sustain investigative and local reporting amid newsroom cuts.
— Exiled Venezuelan editors from Efecto Cocuyo, El Pitazo and others formed a collaborative network to report Venezuela's political crisis from abroad.
— 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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— Iran has intensified protest crackdowns with arrests and prosecutions, reported use of lethal force, and tightened internet controls and pressure on journalists.
— Arunachal journalists urged CM Pema Khandu to implement the delayed working journalists' pension scheme and recognise district press clubs.
— HRCP demanded the release of Karachi journalist Aslam Shah, calling his arrest under PECA by the NCCIA a direct attack on press freedom.
— Pacific Media journal warns economic and political pressures are eroding newsroom sustainability in small Pacific markets and risking public accountability.
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— PFUJ-Workers warns Pakistan's journalists face a deepening welfare crisis of layoffs, delayed salaries, poverty and health hardships with little support.
— HRCP demanded the release of Karachi journalist Aslam Shah, calling his arrest under PECA by the NCCIA a direct attack on press freedom.
— Human Rights Foundation says Pakistani court convicted several journalists in absentia, raising concerns about due process and judicial independence.
— Pakistani journalists abroad issue a joint statement rejecting in absentia convictions, citing lack of due process, constitutional violations, and international human rights obligations.
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— Arunachal journalists urged CM Pema Khandu to implement the delayed working journalists' pension scheme and recognise district press clubs.
— Indonesia's new criminal code took effect in early January, prompting concern from rights groups and journalists over free speech, protest rules, and broad legal provisions under the updated KUHP.
— Indonesian journalists in Aceh condemn an army officer for seizing a reporter's phone during a peaceful flood protest, calling it unlawful intimidation and urging stronger press protection.
— JournalismPakistan has become the media partner of Asia Ink Expo 2026, a leading international ink industry event focusing on sustainable, water-based printing innovations.
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— Turkey observed Working Journalists' Day on Jan. 10 with official tributes, praising reporters' work and press freedom amid concerns over media restrictions.
— 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.
— Iran has intensified protest crackdowns with arrests and prosecutions, reported use of lethal force, and tightened internet controls and pressure on journalists.
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— Independent U.S. journalists are launching reader-funded newsletters and nonprofit outlets to sustain investigative and local reporting amid newsroom cuts.
— Exiled Venezuelan editors from Efecto Cocuyo, El Pitazo and others formed a collaborative network to report Venezuela's political crisis from abroad.
— 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.
— Pacific Media journal warns economic and political pressures are eroding newsroom sustainability in small Pacific markets and risking public accountability.
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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.
— Dr. Nauman Niaz houses potentially the largest private sports memorabilia collection in the world, showcasing unique artifacts and historical significance.
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— 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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— Myanmar journalist Sut Ring Pan was sentenced to 13 years in prison for fake news, incitement, and terrorism linked to election reporting.
— Yalda Hakim warns a second deepfake video misrepresenting her reporting has circulated online, impacting journalist safety and trust in media.
— GTV News designates Gharidah Farooqi as vice president, acknowledging her noteworthy contributions to journalism and the channel's mission.
— Javeria Siddique, widow of journalist Arshad Sharif, reports increased harassment in Islamabad as she seeks justice for her husband's 2022 murder.
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— 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.
— The Fund for Investigative Journalism has opened its 2026 grant cycle, offering substantial funding for diverse investigative reporting projects.
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— Waqas Siddiq discusses his passion for news photography and the contrasts with fashion photography, revealing his journey and inspirations.
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— Pakistani journalists face challenges with synthetic media, navigating AI-generated content verification and adopting essential strategies to combat misinformation.
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— Aamir Liaquat made headlines after calling a journalist a 'Dracula look-alike' during his show, drawing criticism and calls for an apology.
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— Pakistan's PEMRA has restricted Geo News broadcasts amidst the CEO's arrest, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship in the country.
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— Roznama Dunya has controversially fired 36 employees in Lahore, raising concerns about job security in Pakistan's media industry.
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Kanwal Naseer, Pakistan’s first female news anchor, made history in 1964 by appearing on PTV. Her pioneering role in breaking barriers in the male-dominated media industry continues to inspire generations of women in journalism.
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— Khalil Jibran, a Khyber News correspondent, was tragically murdered in Landi Kotal, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists 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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