— Editors Guild of India urged India and Pakistan to lift news website bans, warning such digital restrictions damage democratic debate and public trust in journalism.
— 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.
— FBI agents searched Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home in a leak probe tied to the Defense Department, raising alarm among press freedom advocates.
— A Hong Kong court nears sentencing in the national security case against Jimmy Lai and Apple Daily executives, a trial closely monitored by media advocates.
— Mohammad Ilyas, Pakistani cricket legend and opening batsman, dies at 79. Known for his defiant spirit, Test century, and confrontations with authority.
— PFUJ paid tribute to veteran journalist and union leader Minhaj Barna on his death anniversary, honoring his long fight for press freedom and journalists' rights.
— Israel's Economy Minister Nir Barkat sued Channel 12 and reporter Omri Maniv for 12 million shekels, alleging a false and defamatory televised investigation.
— A decade-long legal battle by a Kenyan journalist alleging torture and unlawful detention by security agents is before the Supreme Court, testing press freedom.
— Photojournalist Amber Bracken testified in a case media groups say could set a precedent affecting how journalists document protests and police actions.
— Ishrat Fatima retires from broadcast media after nearly 45 years, leaving a legacy of Urdu diction, integrity, and influence in national broadcasting.
— 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.
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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.
— PFUJ paid tribute to veteran journalist and union leader Minhaj Barna on his death anniversary, honoring his long fight for press freedom and journalists' rights.
— Ishrat Fatima retires from broadcast media after nearly 45 years, leaving a legacy of Urdu diction, integrity, and influence in national broadcasting.
— Pakistani journalist Rauf Klasra appeals to Army Chief Asim Munir to halt large-scale tree cutting in Islamabad for a memorial, warning of environmental harm amid public silence.
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— Editors Guild of India urged India and Pakistan to lift news website bans, warning such digital restrictions damage democratic debate and public trust in journalism.
— A Hong Kong court nears sentencing in the national security case against Jimmy Lai and Apple Daily executives, a trial closely monitored by media advocates.
— Monitors report a sharp decline in press freedom in Hong Kong, pointing to national security laws, arrests, media closures and legal pressure on journalists.
— Study finds climate reporters in Asia face higher physical threats than in Europe or the Americas, linked to contested extractive and land-use projects.
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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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— FBI agents searched Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home in a leak probe tied to the Defense Department, raising alarm among press freedom advocates.
— A decade-long legal battle by a Kenyan journalist alleging torture and unlawful detention by security agents is before the Supreme Court, testing press freedom.
— Photojournalist Amber Bracken testified in a case media groups say could set a precedent affecting how journalists document protests and police actions.
— The IFJ condemned Iran's internet blackout during protests as a deliberate tactic that cripples reporting, obscures abuses and isolates 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.
— 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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— 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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— 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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— 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.
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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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— Digital journalism is redefining news, enabling innovative storytelling and real-time updates that engage global audiences effectively.
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— The International New York Times Asian edition features significant white space, stirring discussions on censorship in Pakistan's journalism landscape.
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— Masked men abducted a Jang newspaper reporter from his home in Karachi early Saturday morning, shocking the local community.
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— Pakistan Today reportedly asked Karachi staff to resign amid ongoing financial strain, layoffs and delayed salaries despite reports of an investment deal.
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— Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind was shot dead in an ambush while driving his children to school in Mirpur Mathelo, prompting calls for justice.
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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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