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Philippines: First journalist killed under President Duterte

Philippines: First journalist killed under President Duterte

 Published 9 years ago:  The brutal murder of journalist Larry Que raises serious concerns about press freedom under Duterte's administration in the Philippines.

Killing of journalists eases from record levels; Syria remains the deadliest country

Killing of journalists eases from record levels; Syria remains the deadliest country

 Published 9 years ago:  The decline in journalist killings in 2016 highlights the importance of combating impunity, though Syria remains the deadliest country for reporters.

Journalist picked up by police in Pakpattan, beaten at unknown location

Journalist picked up by police in Pakpattan, beaten at unknown location

 Published 9 years ago:  Freelance journalist Waris Ali Shah was reportedly detained and beaten by police in Pakpattan after exposing corruption within the local police force.

Officials warned not to leak classified information to media

Officials warned not to leak classified information to media

 Published 9 years ago:  Top officials in Pakistan are warned against leaking classified cabinet information to the media, emphasizing strict communication protocols.

Deadly year in Afghanistan continues: 13th journalist killed

Deadly year in Afghanistan continues: 13th journalist killed

 Published 9 years ago:  The killing of journalist Mohammad Nasir Mudasir marks the 13th such incident in Afghanistan this year, highlighting ongoing violence against media workers.

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Channel 24

PEMRA Council of Complaints recommends Rs1 million fine on Channel 24

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA Council recommends a Rs1 million fine on Channel 24 for airing false statements about Anwar Aziz's wife during the Khara Sach program.

Crime reporter brutally murdered in Myanmar

Crime reporter brutally murdered in Myanmar

 Published 9 years ago:  A crime reporter was brutally murdered in Myanmar, prompting urgent calls for a swift investigation by international journalist organizations!

Turkey 'silencing' independent media: Human Rights Watch

Turkey 'silencing' independent media: Human Rights Watch

 Published 9 years ago:  Human Rights Watch accuses Turkey of silencing independent media following the failed coup, citing arrests and media closures as evidence.

Asma Chaudhry set to return to television screen

Asma Chaudhry set to return to television screen

 Published 9 years ago:  Asma Chaudhry returns to television on Neo after a six-month hiatus and prepares to launch a new talk show amidst controversies.

Sri Lankan Navy commander assaults journalist

Sri Lankan Navy commander assaults journalist

 Published 9 years ago:  The Sri Lankan Navy commander assaults a journalist at Magampura Port, sparking outcry from media organizations and demands for accountability.

Indian police probe 'politically-driven' Twitter hacking

Indian police probe 'politically-driven' Twitter hacking

 Published 9 years ago:  Indian police are investigating a group suspected of politically motivated Twitter hacking targeting journalists critical of the Modi government.

Turkey tops list of countries detaining journalists: study

Turkey tops list of countries detaining journalists: study

 Published 9 years ago:  Turkey has overtaken all other countries in detaining journalists, with over 100 imprisoned amid a global rise in journalist detentions in 2016.

Algerian journalist jailed for Facebook post dies after three-month hunger strike

Algerian journalist jailed for Facebook post dies after three-month hunger strike

 Published 9 years ago:  British-Algerian journalist Mohamed Tamalt dies after a three-month hunger strike protesting his two-year jail sentence for offending Algeria's president.

PTI leader Jahangir Tareen questions Dawn editorial

PTI leader Jahangir Tareen questions Dawn editorial

 Published 9 years ago:  PTI leader Jahangir Tareen critiques a Dawn editorial on the Panama commission, asserting PTI's case demands clear answers from the PM.

PTV withdraws order against official accused of harassing female anchors

PTV withdraws order against official accused of harassing female anchors

 Published 9 years ago:  PTV has retracted its decision to bar an official accused of harassing female anchors after intervention from political contacts.

A string of Agahi Awards for journalists

A string of Agahi Awards for journalists

 Published 9 years ago:  A diverse group of journalists were awarded at the Agahi Awards ceremony in Islamabad, recognizing excellence in various media categories.

The fake news invasion - take care!

The fake news invasion - take care!

 Published 9 years ago:  The rise of fake news threatens journalism and public trust, requiring urgent verification efforts in the digital age.

Kenya - British newspaper correspondent detained

Kenya - British newspaper correspondent detained

 Published 9 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges Kenya to release Jerome Starkey, a detained British correspondent, amid concerns for press freedom.

PTV official barred from entering office for allegedly harassing female anchors

PTV official barred from entering office for allegedly harassing female anchors

 Published 9 years ago:  A senior PTV official is barred from office over allegations of sexually harassing female anchors amid ongoing issues of misconduct at the organization.

Notice served on Channel 24 for airing audio of screaming passengers

Notice served on Channel 24 for airing audio of screaming passengers

 Published 9 years ago:  PEMRA has issued a notice to Channel 24 for broadcasting audio of passengers before the PIA flight PK661 crash, demanding an explanation.

Neo airs apology as week-long ban ends

Neo airs apology as week-long ban ends

 Published 9 years ago:  Neo TV ended its week-long ban with an apology for comments about the judiciary, resuming transmissions after complying with PEMRA's order.

South Sudan - AP reporter deported

South Sudan - AP reporter deported

 Published 9 years ago:  Justin Lynch, an AP journalist, was deported from South Sudan after reporting on human rights violations and ethnic violence in the region.

Court indicts four over social media star Qandeel Baloch's death

Court indicts four over social media star Qandeel Baloch's death

 Published 9 years ago:  A court in Lahore indicts four men, including Qandeel Baloch's brother, for her murder, prompting calls for stricter laws against honor killings.

Turkmenistan - Radio journalist arrested, beaten

Turkmenistan - Radio journalist arrested, beaten

 Published 9 years ago:  Turkmen authorities arrested journalist Khudayberdy Allashov, charging him with possessing a banned substance amid claims of police brutality.

BalochistanVoices.com gets started in data journalism

BalochistanVoices.com gets started in data journalism

 Published 9 years ago:  BalochistanVoices.com is the first media outlet in Balochistan to produce a data-driven story, linking employee shortages to governance decline.

Iraq - Radio director gunned down

Iraq - Radio director gunned down

 Published 9 years ago:  The murder of radio director Mohamed Thabet al-Obeidi in Kirkuk has drawn widespread condemnation from the International Federation of Journalists.

Standing committee summons Dr Aamir, BOL managers

Standing committee summons Dr Aamir, BOL managers

 Published 9 years ago:  The National Assembly Standing Committee summons Dr Aamir and BOL News for allegations against JUI (F) head Maulana Fazlur Rehman.

Mayor, two journalists shot dead in Finland

Mayor, two journalists shot dead in Finland

 Published 9 years ago:  A gunman shot and killed a mayor and two female journalists in a nighttime attack in Finland's Imatra, with no political motive suspected.