Newsroom
Welcome to our Newsroom, your one-stop destination for the latest stories meticulously curated and refined by our skilled sub-editors. This dynamic section features a diverse mix of news articles spanning some of our main categories, including Pakistan, World, Asia, Opportunities, and Women in Media. Stay updated with the most current and compelling stories, all in one place, as we bring you comprehensive coverage of the events and issues shaping the media world.
White House launches media-offender tracker for press
Published 5 hours ago: The White House launches a 'media offenders' tracker, naming US news outlets and reporters, raising concerns over press freedom, credibility, and government influence on journalism.
Flood crisis in Southeast Asia disrupts media access and news flow
Published 6 hours ago: Floods sweeping Thailand and Indonesia in November 2025 have disrupted infrastructure, hampered news distribution, and challenged media coverage, underlining risks for disaster journalism and reporting access.
Hong Kong fire tests media safety, coverage and crisis reporting
Published 7 hours ago: The deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong puts strain on newsrooms covering mass-casualty events, highlighting challenges in press access, verification, and reporter safety during chaotic disasters.
Hamid Mir defends detained journalist Sohrab Barkat
Published 11 hours ago: Veteran anchor Hamid Mir has publicly defended detained journalist Sohrab Barkat, questioning state actions after Barkat’s airport arrest and raising international concern over press freedoms in Pakistan.
Inside the world's largest private sports memorabilia collection
Published yesterday: Dr. Nauman Niaz owns the world's largest private sports memorabilia collection. From Bradman's bats to Ali's gloves, explore rare cricket and sports treasures.
Tunisian commentator Sonia Dahmani released after detention
Published 2 days ago: Tunisian commentator Sonia Dahmani is released after over a year in detention, raising questions on press freedom, remaining trials, and EU calls for journalist protections.
The shift from text to video reshapes journalism standards
Published 2 days ago: As newsrooms move from text to video, journalists face new challenges in accuracy, ethics, and verification. Here is how the shift is reshaping journalism standards today.
EU states move to boost independent journalism visibility
Published 2 days ago: EU states back stronger rules to increase online visibility for independent journalism, aiming to protect media pluralism and safeguard access to reliable information across digital platforms.
India Supreme Court calls for an independent social media regulator
Published 2 days ago: India’s Supreme Court urges the creation of an independent regulator and pre-screening rules for social media content, signaling major shifts in digital media oversight and compliance.
Turkey court acquits four journalists after Istanbul protest coverage
Published 2 days ago: A Turkish court has acquitted four journalists arrested during Istanbul’s 2025 protests, a rare legal win for press freedom but a warning about chronic risks for reporters covering demonstrations.
Sohrab Barkat’s airport arrest defies court directive
Published 3 days ago: Journalist Sohrab Barkatt was detained at Islamabad Airport despite a court order removing his name from the PNIL, raising concerns about rule-of-law gaps and media freedoms.
AI videos reshape political communication worldwide
Published 3 days ago: AI-generated videos are rapidly transforming political communication, raising concerns over misinformation, verification challenges, and evolving regulatory responses across major digital platforms.
GIJN opens submissions for 2026 Sigma Awards in data journalism
Published 4 days ago: GIJN has opened submissions for the 2026 Sigma Awards, inviting journalists worldwide to submit their best data journalism projects published in 2025.
Najam Sethi to debut new show on Dunya News
Published 4 days ago: Najam Sethi will host a new prime-time show on Dunya News following his departure from Samaa TV, signaling a key move in Pakistan’s competitive media landscape.
Former editor urges China's media restraint amid Japan diplomatic row
Published 4 days ago: Former Global Times editor urges restraint in China’s state media coverage of Japan, highlighting censorship, social media deletions, and challenges for independent journalism.
UN alarm over India's media crackdown after Pahalgam attack
Published 4 days ago: UN experts raise alarm over Kashmir crackdown, citing mass arrests, media restrictions, and social media blocks that threaten journalists and freedom of expression.
Australian teens seek High Court block on under-16 social media ban
Published 4 days ago: Two Australian 15-year-olds have filed a High Court challenge to block the upcoming under-16 social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional protections for political communication and digital participation.
Shalimar Recording Company to terminate all staff
Published 4 days ago: Shalimar Recording and Broadcasting Company (SRBC) will cease operations and terminate all personnel by Nov 30, 2025, as ordered under court-supervised liquidation, affecting hundreds of employees.
How AI and data tools are transforming investigative journalism
Published 5 days ago: Investigative journalism is evolving with AI, data visualization, and open-source intelligence, giving reporters advanced tools to uncover complex stories and improve reporting accuracy.
Global extremism threatens women journalists, warns IFJ
Published 5 days ago: IFJ warns that global extremism and far-right movements increasingly threaten women journalists, with online harassment, violence, and discrimination rising worldwide.
Lahore journalists reported missing after by-election coverage
Published 5 days ago: Two Lahore-based digital journalists went missing after covering the alleged by-election irregularities, with colleagues alleging police involvement and no court appearance reported.
Digital rights report exposes rising AI‑abuse in Southeast Europe
Published 5 days ago: A new BIRN report finds 1,440 digital‑rights violations across Southeast Europe, highlighting growing AI‑driven abuse, surveillance, and threats to press freedom.
Gaza journalist faces false claims over X location tags
Published 5 days ago: Gaza journalist Motasem Dalloul faced false accusations after X location tags circulated online, highlighting verification challenges and digital risks for reporters in conflict zones.
X account location labels reshape Middle East reporting
Published 5 days ago: New account location labels on X are changing how Middle East reporting is verified, prompting newsrooms to refine workflows and manage rising audience expectations.
Human-in-the-loop AI reshapes newsroom editing
Published 6 days ago: Newsrooms are testing human-in-the-loop AI editing to boost speed while preserving accuracy, oversight, and trust. Here is how editorial workflows and responsibilities are being redefined in 2025.
White House access dispute sends AP back to court
Published 6 days ago: The Associated Press returns to court challenging White House limits on press access, raising national questions about First Amendment protections and how governments regulate journalists' entry.
Journalists face new risks and opportunities from X’s location labels
Published 6 days ago: Journalists should brace for both safety risks and new verification tools after X’s 'About This Account' feature begins to disclose the location of user accounts.
X’s location tool exposes propaganda networks
Published 6 days ago: X’s new “About This Account” transparency tool reveals many politically charged accounts running from foreign countries, raising questions about propaganda, anonymity, and platform trust.

