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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.

Irish media groups warn Garda bill threatens reporter sources

Irish media groups warn Garda bill threatens reporter sources

 Published 6 hours ago:  NewsBrands Ireland says the Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill could weaken journalists' source protections by allowing device seizures and delaying privilege review.

Semafor digital news startup raises $30 million

Semafor digital news startup raises $30 million

 Published 7 hours ago:  Semafor raised $30 million, lifting its valuation to about $330 million to fund expansion of newsletters, podcasts, live events and additional newsroom hires.

NBCUniversal Winter Olympics ad inventory sells out early

NBCUniversal Winter Olympics ad inventory sells out early

 Published 11 hours ago:  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.

Media groups hold U.S. town hall on authoritarianism

Media groups hold U.S. town hall on authoritarianism

 Published 11 hours ago:  U.S. journalism organizations and media unions held a virtual town hall on January 6, 2026 to address rising authoritarianism and threats to press freedom.

U.S. appeal revives debate on DHS force against journalists

U.S. appeal revives debate on DHS force against journalists

 Published 11 hours ago:  A federal appeal filed Jan. 6 challenges a court order barring DHS use of force against credentialed journalists at protests, renewing debate over press freedom.

Knight-Bagehot Fellowship opens applications for 2026

Knight-Bagehot Fellowship opens applications for 2026

 Published 12 hours ago:  The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship is accepting 2026 applications, offering journalists a year of business, economics and finance study with tuition and stipend.

Journalism is being read without being visited

Journalism is being read without being visited

 Published 16 hours ago:  AI previews and snippets deliver stories without clicks; newsrooms must ensure clear attribution and framing to preserve trust rather than chase traffic.

Venezuelan media workers detained amid post-Maduro turmoil

Venezuelan media workers detained amid post-Maduro turmoil

 Published yesterday:  At least 14 Venezuelan and international media workers were detained while covering protests and a legislative session after Maduro's ouster, raising fresh press freedom concerns.

Israeli government urges court to uphold Gaza media ban

Israeli government urges court to uphold Gaza media ban

 Published yesterday:  Israel has urged its Supreme Court to uphold a ban on unrestricted foreign media access to Gaza, citing security concerns as press groups warn of limits on independent reporting.

Indonesia's new criminal code raises free speech and rights concerns

Indonesia's new criminal code raises free speech and rights concerns

 Published yesterday:  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.

Aceh journalists condemn army phone seizure during protest

Aceh journalists condemn army phone seizure during protest

 Published yesterday:  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 expands global footprint as media partner of Asia Ink Expo 2026

JournalismPakistan expands global footprint as media partner of Asia Ink Expo 2026

 Published yesterday:  JournalismPakistan has become the media partner of Asia Ink Expo 2026, a leading international ink industry event focusing on sustainable, water-based printing innovations.

Pakistani journalists reject in absentia convictions

Pakistani journalists reject in absentia convictions

 Published yesterday:  Pakistani journalists abroad issue a joint statement rejecting in absentia convictions, citing lack of due process, constitutional violations, and international human rights obligations.

Journalists face burnout amid nonstop news cycle

Journalists face burnout amid nonstop news cycle

 Published 2 days ago:  Growing burnout among journalists in the relentless 24/7 news cycle is affecting their mental health, job satisfaction, and retention, driven by stress stemming from excessive workload, long hours, and constant connectivity.

Why news avoidance may be a bigger threat than misinformation

Why news avoidance may be a bigger threat than misinformation

 Published 3 days ago:  News avoidance is rising globally as audiences disengage from journalism. Media experts warn it may pose a bigger threat than misinformation to the future of news.

Seven evidence-based media predictions for Pakistan and beyond in 2026

Seven evidence-based media predictions for Pakistan and beyond in 2026

 Published 3 days ago:  A data-driven outlook on Pakistan and global media in 2026, examining legal risks, platform dependence, AI adoption, audience trust, and newsroom survival trends.

Dawn calls life sentences for journalists an extreme move

Dawn calls life sentences for journalists an extreme move

 Published 3 days ago:  Pakistan's Dawn warns that life sentences for journalists and YouTubers accused of defaming state institutions risk chilling press freedom and setting a dangerous legal precedent.

Arab journalists pledge cooperation to defend media freedom

Arab journalists pledge cooperation to defend media freedom

 Published 3 days ago:  Arab journalist unions from Jordan and Egypt announce deeper cooperation on training and advocacy, stressing media freedom and the role of Arab media in shaping global narratives.

Palestinian rights group flags press access limits

Palestinian rights group flags press access limits

 Published 4 days ago:  The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights highlights ongoing restrictions on journalists in occupied territories, impacting press freedom and humanitarian reporting.

Silencing an article in Pakistan makes it louder

Silencing an article in Pakistan makes it louder

 Published 4 days ago:  The censorship of a political article in Pakistan highlights how suppression can amplify curiosity and public discourse around critical issues.

When telling the story becomes a crime: A warning shot for Pakistani journalism

When telling the story becomes a crime: A warning shot for Pakistani journalism

 Published 4 days ago:  The sentencing of prominent journalists in Pakistan signals a dire threat to press freedom and democratic discourse in the country.

Breaking news alerts then and now: from urgency to overload

Breaking news alerts then and now: from urgency to overload

 Published 4 days ago:  The evolution of breaking news alerts highlights a shift from rare, trusted updates to frequent notifications that contribute to audience fatigue.

AI reduces publisher traffic but not newsroom jobs, study finds

AI reduces publisher traffic but not newsroom jobs, study finds

 Published 5 days ago:  A study reveals that AI has reduced traffic to news publishers but not job levels, challenging fears of mass layoffs in journalism.

Palestinian journalists face a wave of detentions in 2025

Palestinian journalists face a wave of detentions in 2025

 Published 5 days ago:  In 2025, over 42 Palestinian journalists were detained by Israeli authorities, highlighting pressing concerns for press freedom and journalist safety.

Islamabad court sentences journalists in digital terrorism case

Islamabad court sentences journalists in digital terrorism case

 Published 5 days ago:  An Islamabad court sentenced journalists and YouTubers to life terms for digital terrorism against state institutions stemming from May 9 unrest.

Global media unite as WAN-IFRA and FIPP complete merger

Global media unite as WAN-IFRA and FIPP complete merger

 Published 5 days ago:  The merger between WAN-IFRA and FIPP creates the largest global alliance of media organizations, enhancing advocacy and resources for members.

Pakistan's most embarrassing media moments of 2025

Pakistan's most embarrassing media moments of 2025

 Published 5 days ago:  In 2025, Pakistan's media faced scandals highlighting ethical failures, violence, and propaganda that jeopardized journalistic integrity.

Indian Punjab Journalists Union condemns cybercrime FIRs against media

Indian Punjab Journalists Union condemns cybercrime FIRs against media

 Published 6 days ago:  The Punjab and Chandigarh Journalists Union condemns cybercrime FIRs against journalists and activists as an attack on press freedom and expression.