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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.
Aamir Ghauri returns to The News; appointed Islamabad resident editor
Published 8 years ago: Aamir Ghauri is appointed as the new Resident Editor of The News in Islamabad after a five-year vacancy, returning to a pivotal role in journalism.
Russia registers nine US media outlets as 'foreign agents'
Published 8 years ago: Russia designates nine US media outlets, including Voice of America, as 'foreign agents' under new legislation aimed at international media.
Peace activist reported missing, police say
Published 8 years ago: A Pakistani peace activist, Raza Mehmood Khan, has been reported missing, raising concerns amid a wave of disappearances in the country.
Yemeni TV employees killed, others taken hostage by Houthi forces
Published 8 years ago: Houthi forces attacked Yemen Today TV in Sanaa, killing guards and taking employees hostage, raising concerns about press freedom in Yemen.
ABC News suspends investigative reporter for erroneous report
Published 8 years ago: ABC News suspends investigative reporter Brian Ross for four weeks after an erroneous report about Michael Flynn and Donald Trump's actions.
Malta arrests eight in probe into journalist's killing
Published 8 years ago: Malta has arrested eight individuals in connection with the murder of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, according to Prime Minister Joseph Muscat.
RIUJ calls off protest after minister assures review of controversial Section 5
Published 8 years ago: The RIUJ ended its protest after assurances from the information minister regarding the review of the controversial Section 5 of the PEMRA Act.
RIUJ demands legislation on service structure for electronic media
Published 8 years ago: The RIUJ urges the government to legislate on electronic media service structures and repeal PEMRA's controversial blackout provisions.
Seventh journalist killed in India this year
Published 8 years ago: Naveen Gupta, a journalist in India, was shot dead in Bilhaur, marking the seventh journalist killed this year amidst rising violence against reporters.
Eight journalists arrested in Nepal
Published 8 years ago: Eight journalists arrested in Nepal amid election security concerns, prompting condemnation from the IFJ and FNJ for press freedom violations.
Channel 24 journalist among 37 injured in terrorist attack in Peshawar
Published 8 years ago: A Channel 24 journalist was among 37 injured in a terrorist attack at Peshawar's Agricultural University, with nine fatalities reported.
PEMRA tells Sindhi TV channels not to portray Sindhis as extremists
Published 8 years ago: PEMRA has instructed Sindhi TV channels to stop portraying Sindhis as extremists, emphasizing adherence to the Electronic Media Code of Conduct.
BuzzFeed to cut jobs to focus on advertising
Published 8 years ago: BuzzFeed will cut approximately 100 jobs to reorganize its advertising efforts amid disappointing revenues and to adapt to a challenging market.
Icebox containing two heads found outside broadcaster in Mexico
Published 8 years ago: An icebox with two severed heads and a threatening note was found outside Televisa in Guadalajara, highlighting the ongoing violence from organized crime.
Asian Women Sports Journalists Workshop starts in Beirut
Published 8 years ago: The 2nd Asian Women Sports Journalists Workshop commenced in Beirut, uniting 28 female journalists from 10 Asian countries to enhance sports journalism.
RIUJ protest demanding repeal of Section 5 of PEMRA Act continues
Published 8 years ago: A protest by the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists continues, demanding the repeal of Section 5 of the PEMRA Act for press freedom.
Journalist Khalil Afridi released, faces further interrogation
Published 8 years ago: Journalist Khalil Afridi has been released after four days of detention, but faces further interrogation regarding explosive found in his rented car.
AI presses for release of Egyptian journalist held without charge for two years
Published 8 years ago: Amnesty International demands the unconditional release of journalist Ismail al-Iskandrani, detained for two years without charge in Egypt.
Time Inc. sale highlights economic, political turmoil in media
Published 8 years ago: The sale of Time Inc. underscores the challenges facing print media amid economic turmoil and political controversies in the Trump era.
Vietnam court jails blogger for seven years for 'propaganda' over spill
Published 8 years ago: A Vietnamese court sentenced blogger Nguyen Van Hoa to seven years for propaganda, following protests over a major environmental disaster.
Winners of CEJ-ICRC Humanitarian Reporting Awards announced
Published 8 years ago: The CEJ-ICRC Humanitarian Reporting Awards recognized outstanding journalists in Karachi, honoring Islam Gul Afridi, Shazia Hassan, and Khawar Khan.
IFJ concerned over increase in violence against journalists in Pakistan
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ raises alarm over increasing violence against journalists in Pakistan, highlighting recent attacks and urging government action for protection.
CPJ calls for immediate release of journalist Khalil Afridi
Published 8 years ago: CPJ calls for the immediate release of journalist Khalil Afridi detained by Pakistani police without charge amid ongoing press freedom concerns.
Religious leader holds journalists hostage
Published 8 years ago: A religious leader held journalists hostage briefly after his press conference was not aired live, prompting an intervention by Rangers personnel.
NewsOne TV turns 10
Published 8 years ago: NewsOne TV celebrates its 10th anniversary with an event highlighting a decade of trust and innovative broadcasting in Pakistan.
RIUJ demands repeal of 'draconian' Section 5 of PEMRA Act
Published 8 years ago: RIUJ demands the repeal of the controversial Section 5 of the PEMRA Act, stressing the need for unrestricted media freedom in Pakistan.
State-enforced ban on news channels, social media unacceptable: watchdog
Published 8 years ago: The Pakistan government's blanket blackout of news channels and social media to curb political protests raises serious concerns over censorship and press freedom.
IFJ condemns blocking of TV channels, social media in Pakistan
Published 8 years ago: The IFJ condemns Pakistan's blocking of TV channels and social media following a protest, urging respect for citizens' right to information.

