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.
Tributes highlight enduring legacy of BBC journalist Sir Mark Tully
Published 4 months ago: Tributes pour in for Sir Mark Tully, the veteran BBC journalist and author who shaped global understanding of South Asia through years of radio reporting.
Trump lawsuits against major media raise press freedom concerns
Published 4 months ago: Trump has filed defamation suits against major media outlets, raising concerns about impacts on press freedom and investigative journalism.
Senior journalist Shaheen Sehbai apologizes for AI tweet
Published 4 months ago: Senior journalist Shaheen Sehbai apologized after posting and deleting an AI-generated image of Nawaz Sharif, saying he regretted the inappropriate tweet.
AI news summaries leave Australian media behind on Copilot
Published 4 months ago: Study finds Microsoft Copilot's AI summaries favor big overseas outlets and underrepresent Australian local and independent media, often omitting bylines.
Why media layoffs persist even as audiences continue to grow
Published 4 months ago: Newsrooms are cutting staff as digital audiences grow because reach often fails to produce sufficient revenue amid monetization issues and tech ad dominance.
Iran orders media to cite only official protest death tolls
Published 4 months ago: Iran has ordered domestic media to report only official death tolls for protests and security incidents, barring independent casualty counts.
Sunday read: Global media freedom under pressure in critical week
Published 4 months ago: Global press freedom and journalist safety deteriorated as detentions, killings, torture reports and expanding censorship reveal a more hostile environment.
When the newspaper stopped arriving, the news did not
Published 4 months ago: A regular newspaper reader adapts when print delivery stops and discovers how conversations, listening and daily routines reshape how local news is gathered.
Seven common mistakes young journalists make in their first newsroom job
Published 4 months ago: Discover the seven most common mistakes young journalists make in their first newsroom job and how to avoid them for a successful career in reporting and media.
AFP calls for probe after Gaza journalist killing
Published 4 months ago: AFP urges a transparent investigation after freelance photojournalist Abdel Raouf Shaat was killed in Gaza. Press freedom groups warn of rising dangers for journalists in the conflict zone.
What journalists in Pakistan are reading this week
Published 4 months ago: A curated look at what journalists in Pakistan are reading right now, from press freedom reports and media trends to newsroom innovation and investigative journalism resources.
Why newsletters are overtaking social feeds
Published 4 months ago: Newsletters are overtaking social feeds because they deliver permission-based content directly to inboxes, giving predictable reach and higher open rates.
Common mistakes young journalists make in job applications
Published 4 months ago: Many early-career journalists lose chances because applications are generic, show weak research, misname outlets, or ignore submission instructions.
How newsrooms are using AI tools without replacing reporters
Published 4 months ago: Newsrooms adopt AI to speed transcription and routine drafting, treating it as a productivity aid while preserving editorial oversight and human reporting.
Pentagon contractor indicted in leak involving Washington Post journalist
Published 4 months ago: A Pentagon contractor has been indicted for allegedly sharing classified defense material with a reporter, fueling debate over press freedom and security.
What journalism students should be reading right now
Published 4 months ago: A practical reading guide for journalism students on ethics, verification, media literacy, and Pakistan resources to prepare newcomers for today's newsrooms.
The JournalismPakistan Global Media Brief | Edition 4 | January 23, 2026
Published 4 months ago: A weekly global media briefing by JournalismPakistan.com covering press freedom, newsroom trends, platform policies, and major media developments across Asia, the Middle East, and the world.
A simple guide to media ethics codes journalists should know
Published 4 months ago: A simple guide to media ethics codes, outlining core principles, accuracy, independence and fairness, and how they shape reporting decisions.
Tunisian court jails two journalists in latest media case
Published 4 months ago: A Tunisian court jailed journalists Bohran Bssaies and Mourad Zghidi for 3.5 years, underscoring mounting legal pressure on independent media.
CPJ urges coalition to press Israel court on Gaza access
Published 4 months ago: CPJ and RSF urge the Media Freedom Coalition to press Israel to lift Gaza entry limits on foreign journalists to safeguard independent reporting.
Andhra Pradesh weighs social media limits to curb misinformation
Published 4 months ago: Andhra Pradesh set up a ministerial group to examine social media limits to curb misinformation and protect users under 16, studying international approaches.
Five press freedom challenges Pakistani journalists face in 2026
Published 4 months ago: Pakistani journalists face restrictive laws, security threats, economic pressure and digital controls that limit reporting and access to information in 2026.
Asia Ink Expo 2026 to showcase innovations for digital media production
Published 4 months ago: Asia Ink Expo 2026 in Guangzhou Oct 15-17 will showcase cutting-edge sustainable ink technologies for digital media, packaging and specialty printing.
How AI and layoffs are shaping modern journalism
Published 4 months ago: Journalists face layoffs, shrinking newsrooms and fast AI adoption, forcing heavier workloads, ethical questions and reduced capacity for in-depth reporting.
Turkey arrests 29 journalists in 2025 amid growing press freedom concerns
Published 4 months ago: BIA's 2025 report says Turkish authorities arrested at least 29 journalists and used courts, police and regulators to suppress critical reporting and media.
Pakistan blocks Lok Sujag website, digital media under pressure
Published 4 months ago: Pakistan has blocked news site Lok Sujag; DigiMAP calls it state censorship, violating free expression, and demands its immediate restoration.
Washington Post seeks return of devices seized from reporter
Published 4 months ago: The Washington Post seeks return of devices seized from reporter Hannah Natanson in an FBI leak probe, saying the search risks reporters' work and sources.
What journalists should watch in media and press freedom this week
Published 4 months ago: This week brings legal rulings and global press freedom developments, from a CPJ tally of 330 jailed journalists to U.S. court actions over media access.

