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Radio Free Asia suspends news operations amid US funding freeze

 October 31, 2025: Radio Free Asia suspends its news operations due to a US funding freeze, impacting independent journalism in restricted media regions.

Why was this DawnNews TV journalist targeted in a foiled murder plot?

 October 31, 2025: Police thwarted a murder plot against DawnNewsTV journalist Tahir Naseer, arresting three suspects hired for the attack.

CPJ calls on Pakistan to prosecute killers of journalist Imtiaz Mir

 October 31, 2025: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Pakistan to hold accountable the killers of journalist Imtiaz Mir who was murdered by a banned militant group.

PFUJ urges quashing of fabricated case against journalist Matiullah Jan

 October 30, 2025: The PFUJ demands the immediate quashing of fabricated charges against journalist Matiullah Jan, condemning the attack on press freedom.

PSL vs IPL: Franchise valuation gap reveals PCB's catastrophic mismanagement

 October 30, 2025: The PSL's franchise valuations starkly contrast with the IPL's, highlighting the PCB's failures in management and strategic growth.

NewsOne TV hit by layoffs and unpaid wages, channel remains on air

 October 30, 2025: NewsOne TV faces significant turmoil with layoffs and unpaid wages while remaining operational, highlighting issues in Pakistan's media sector.

India proposes strict rules to label AI-generated media and deepfakes

 October 30, 2025: India's government proposes strict labeling rules for AI-generated media to combat misinformation and deepfakes ahead of elections.

Vietnam detains BBC journalist, holds passport amid UK visit by Hanoi leader

 October 30, 2025: Vietnamese authorities detained a BBC journalist, confiscating her passport during a visit by the leader to the UK, raising international alarm.

Senegal 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye arrested in live broadcast raid

 October 30, 2025: Senegal's press freedom faces crisis as 7TV Director Maimouna Ndour Faye and journalists are arrested during a media crackdown in Dakar.

Kyrgyzstan declares outlets Kloop and Temirov Live ‘extremist’ in unprecedented crackdown

 October 29, 2025: Kyrgyzstan's court has declared Kloop and Temirov Live extremist, marking a historic crackdown on independent media and free expression.

Babar Azam's form slump: Inside the psychological battle and classical crisis of Pakistan's cricket maestro

 October 29, 2025: Explore the psychological battle behind Babar Azam's recent form slump as Pakistan's cricket maestro navigates expectations and personal challenges.

New York Times opens 2025 fellowship for emerging journalists

 October 29, 2025: The New York Times is now accepting applications for its 2025 Fellowship Program to empower emerging journalists and enhance media excellence.

CPJ slams Turkey’s seizure of TELE1, calls for journalist’s release

 October 29, 2025: The CPJ condemns Turkey's seizure of TELE1 and demands the release of editor Merdan Yanarda? amid allegations of espionage.

Alfred Friendly launches 2026 fellowship for exiled journalists in America

 October 29, 2025: The Alfred Friendly Press Partners launches a fellowship for exiled journalists in the U.S., focusing on skills development and community support.

Harvard invites applications for 2026 Nieman Journalism Fellowships

 October 28, 2025: Harvard University invites journalists to apply for the prestigious 2026 Nieman Fellowships, focusing on leadership and professional excellence.

Sindh Police arrest four suspects in journalist Imtiaz Mir murder case

 October 28, 2025: Sindh Police have arrested four suspects linked to the murder of journalist Imtiaz Mir, revealing connections to banned militant groups.

IFJ, global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta’s planned sham election

 October 27, 2025: The IFJ and over 300 global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta's fraudulent election planned for December 2025 ahead of the ASEAN Summit!

Justice denied: Mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif dies awaiting accountability

 October 26, 2025: The mother of slain journalist Arshad Sharif, Riffat Ara Alvi, passes away after years of seeking justice for her son's killing in Kenya.

From Pakistan Times to Google News: The story of journalism’s digital transformation

 October 26, 2025: Explore the evolution of journalism from print to digital, highlighting the decline of newspapers and a changing media landscape.

CNN's Christiane Amanpour reveals recurrence of ovarian cancer

 October 26, 2025: Christiane Amanpour reveals her recurrence of ovarian cancer while emphasizing the importance of early detection and effective management.

PSL's decline: From cricket's bright promise to bureaucratic mediocrity and franchise crisis

 October 25, 2025: The Pakistan Super League's promising beginnings have faded into mediocrity due to bureaucratic mismanagement and franchise issues.

Journalists and rights activists demand withdrawal of fabricated case against Matiullah Jan

 October 25, 2025: Veteran journalists and rights activists demand the withdrawal of a fabricated drug case against Matiullah Jan, citing threats to press freedom.

PTV journalist faces backlash for calling late SP Adeel Akbar ‘coward and fool’

 October 24, 2025: PTV journalist Najam Wali Khan faces backlash for his derogatory remarks about the late SP Adeel Akbar's suicide, stirring outrage online.

Independent and unbroken: JournalismPakistan.com turns 16

 October 24, 2025: JournalismPakistan.com celebrates its 16th anniversary, showcasing unwavering commitment to independent journalism in a challenging media landscape.

Two Ukrainian journalists killed in Russian drone strike in Kramatorsk

 October 23, 2025: Two Ukrainian journalists were killed in a Russian drone strike in Kramatorsk, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by reporters in war zones.

Injured broadcaster dies after shooting attack in Philippines

 October 23, 2025: Filipino broadcaster Noel Bellen Samar dies after a shooting attack in Luzon, prompting calls for investigation and condemnation from journalist groups.

Three journalists in Turkey face death threats; CPJ demands action

 October 23, 2025: Three journalists in Turkey have received death threats, prompting demands for increased security from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

PFUJ calls for urgent appointment of ITNE judge amid case backlog

 October 23, 2025: PFUJ demands the urgent appointment of an ITNE judge to address the backlog of cases affecting journalists and media workers in Pakistan.

Smaller websites see sharp traffic drops after Google AI search rollout

 October 22, 2025: Smaller websites are experiencing significant traffic drops since Google's AI search rollout, raising concerns about visibility and ad revenue.

Warner Bros. Discovery explores sale as CNN, HBO futures hang in balance

 October 21, 2025: Warner Bros. Discovery is considering a sale amid uncertainty for CNN and HBO's futures, drawing interest from various potential buyers.

Italian investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci targeted in car bombing

 October 21, 2025: Sigfrido Ranucci faces a car bombing in Italy, highlighting threats against journalists and prompting calls for justice and enhanced protection measures.

92 News apologizes to Maryam Nawaz over false Toshakhana watch report

 October 21, 2025: 92 News has apologized to Maryam Nawaz for a false report about her purchasing a Toshakhana watch at a significantly undervalued price.

Ishrat Fatima's enduring voice rises above the noise of fake news

 October 20, 2025: Ishrat Fatima's resilience shines as false death rumors disrupt Pakistan's media landscape, highlighting the urgent need for responsible information-sharing.

Matiullah Jan booked in fake terror and sedition case after exposing police crackdown

 October 20, 2025: Senior journalist Matiullah Jan faces fabricated sedition and terror charges amid claims of a police crackdown on press freedom in Pakistan.

No justice, no closure for Arshad Sharif's widow Javeria Siddique

 October 20, 2025: Javeria Siddique continues her relentless fight for justice three years after Arshad Sharif's unlawful killing, highlighting systemic failures in accountability.

Second media worker killed in Afghanistan as cross-border tensions escalate

 October 17, 2025: Abdul Zahir Safi, an Afghan media worker, was killed during an airstrike in Kabul amid rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Pentagon journalists walk out over Trump administration press restrictions

 October 16, 2025: Dozens of Pentagon journalists walk out in protest against Trump's new press restrictions, escalating tensions over press freedom in the U.S.

Stringer Foundation grants support courageous journalists

 October 16, 2025: The Stringer Foundation invites journalists to apply for grants supporting courageous reporting amid increasing threats to independent journalism.

Press watchdog calls for action after journalist shot in Turkey

 October 16, 2025: The Committee to Protect Journalists demands action following the shooting of Turkish journalist Nafiz Koca, urging an investigation of the attack.

Afghan journalist killed reporting Pakistan border conflict

 October 16, 2025: Afghan journalist Abdul Ghafoor Abed was killed during cross-border fighting with Pakistani forces, raising concerns over journalist safety.

Knight-Wallace Fellowships 2026-27 open for journalists worldwide

 October 16, 2025: The Knight-Wallace Fellowships for 2026-27 are now open, offering journalists worldwide a chance to enhance their skills at the University of Michigan.

CPJ urges full investigation into killing of Turkish journalist Hakan Tosun

 October 15, 2025: The CPJ calls for a full investigation into the killing of Turkish journalist Hakan Tosun to determine if his death was linked to his work.

US media reject Pentagon's new reporting rules as threat to press freedom

 October 15, 2025: Major US news organizations reject Pentagon guidelines that restrict journalists' ability to report on the military, arguing they violate press freedoms.

Why Pakistan cricket is failing: ‘Fiat Cannot Outrun Ferrari’ — The science gap destroying Shaheen Afridi's generation

 October 14, 2025: Pakistan cricket struggles due to a significant science gap, hindering talent development and athlete protection.

Wazir Mohammad (1929-2025): The quiet patriarch who gave Pakistan its cricketing soul

 October 13, 2025: Wazir Mohammad, the eldest Mohammad brother, passed away at 95, leaving behind a legacy of grace and humility in Pakistan's cricket history.

Pakistan Super League faces collapse as cricket managers fail to grasp modern game's scientific revolution

 October 12, 2025: The Pakistan Super League faces collapse due to mismanagement and complacency, jeopardizing its future in modern cricket.

Senior DawnNews journalist Sanaullah Khan quits, raising press freedom alarm

 October 08, 2025: Sanaullah Khan's resignation from DawnNews raises alarm over press freedom and highlights the pressures faced by independent journalists in Pakistan.

Journalist Raja Rukhsar takes National Press Club assault case to court

 October 08, 2025: Raja Rukhsar takes the National Press Club assault case to court, highlighting issues of police brutality against journalists in Pakistan.

Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind shot dead in Mirpur Mathelo ambush

 October 08, 2025: Journalist Tufail Ahmed Rind was shot dead in an ambush while driving his children to school in Mirpur Mathelo, prompting calls for justice.

Islamabad Police raid: National Press Club issues Charter of Demands for justice and accountability

 October 08, 2025: The National Press Club demands accountability and protections for journalists following a police raid, urging the government to act swiftly.

Every UK police force now has a Journalist Safety Liaison Officer

 October 07, 2025: The UK government has established Journalist Safety Liaison Officers in every police force, enhancing support for journalists facing threats.

Sudanese journalist killed in RSF shelling in El Fasher

 October 07, 2025: Sudanese journalist Al-Nour Suleiman has been killed following a shelling incident by the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, North Darfur.

French photojournalist Antoni Lallican killed by drone in Ukraine

 October 04, 2025: French photojournalist Antoni Lallican was killed by a drone strike in Ukraine, raising concerns for journalist safety in conflict zones.

Pakistan government ad warns of 'information warfare' but draws criticism from civil society

 October 03, 2025: Pakistan's government ad warns of modern information warfare, drawing criticism from civil society and rights groups over its implications for press freedom.

US Appeals Court denies stay of deportation for journalist Mario Guevara

 October 03, 2025: A US Appeals Court denied a stay of deportation for journalist Mario Guevara, citing immigration document issues despite affirming his First Amendment rights.

Media bodies alarmed over police attack on National Press Club

 October 02, 2025: Media organizations condemn the police attack on the National Press Club, calling for immediate action to protect journalists and press freedom.

PFUJ slams police brutality against journalists at National Press Club

 October 02, 2025: PFUJ condemns police brutality against journalists during a raid at the National Press Club in Islamabad, demanding accountability and protection for media.

Police storm National Press Club, attack journalists and smash equipment

 October 02, 2025: Islamabad Police stormed the National Press Club, attacking journalists and damaging equipment during a protest dispersal, sparking widespread condemnation.

How F. S. Ashley-Cooper wrote 40,000 cricket obituaries and saved the game's Edwardian heritage

 October 02, 2025: F. S. Ashley-Cooper preserved the Edwardian legacy of cricket with 40,000 obituaries and invaluable contributions to the game's history.

The ethics of AI-generated news content: Balancing innovation and responsibility

 October 01, 2025: This article explores the ethical challenges of AI-generated news content in journalism, focusing on accuracy, accountability, and transparency.

From Operation Sindoor fiasco to trophy refusal: Inside India's systematic violation of cricket's sacred codes

 October 01, 2025: Explore how India's actions during cricket matches reflect a departure from the sport's ethical codes, revealing deeper political tensions.