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US woman charged after social media backlash over dog's taped muzzle

US woman charged after social media backlash over dog's taped muzzle

 Published 10 years ago:  A North Carolina woman faces animal cruelty charges after causing outrage by posting a photo of her dog with its mouth duct-taped shut.

Turkish court rejects appeal for detained editors

Turkish court rejects appeal for detained editors

 Published 10 years ago:  A Turkish court has rejected an appeal for the release of two detained editors from Cumhuriyet, raising concerns about press freedom in the country.

TV manager killed in Afghanistan

TV manager killed in Afghanistan

 Published 10 years ago:  Amanullah Ataee, managing director of Asia Television, was murdered in Kabul, prompting calls for an investigation into journalist safety.

Cracker hurled at Din News Lahore office, three injured

Cracker hurled at Din News Lahore office, three injured

 Published 10 years ago:  A cracker attack at Din News Lahore injured three, marking the fourth assault on media in ten days amidst rising threats from Daulat-i-Islamia.

Daily Dunya sacks Resident Editor over picture blunder

Daily Dunya sacks Resident Editor over picture blunder

 Published 10 years ago:  Daily Dunya has dismissed its Resident Editor, Arshad Rahim Lone, over a front-page photo blunder involving misleading gathering representation.

PEMRA says no license issued to Bahria Town, seeks clarification

PEMRA says no license issued to Bahria Town, seeks clarification

 Published 10 years ago:  PEMRA seeks clarification from Bahria Town over plans to launch a TV channel without a license, emphasizing legal violations.

DawnNews DSNG attacked, one injured

DawnNews DSNG attacked, one injured

 Published 10 years ago:  A DawnNews DSNG van was attacked in Karachi, resulting in one staff member injured during the incident involving unidentified gunmen.

Two Daily Times columnists told to stop contributing

Two Daily Times columnists told to stop contributing

 Published 10 years ago:  Two Daily Times columnists have been told to cease contributions due to scrutiny surrounding their columns. This follows Rashed Rehman's resignation.

Seven journalists selected for Chevening SAJP Fellowship

Seven journalists selected for Chevening SAJP Fellowship

 Published 10 years ago:  Seven Pakistani journalists have been awarded the Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship, enhancing media skills and accountability!

Muhafiz - a digital solution for media safety

Muhafiz - a digital solution for media safety

 Published 10 years ago:  Muhafiz is a new digital solution aimed at enhancing media safety for journalists in Pakistan through documentation and emergency support.

Journalists honored for courageous reporting

Journalists honored for courageous reporting

 Published 10 years ago:  Journalists from Ethiopia, Malaysia, Paraguay, and Syria were recognized for their brave reporting at the 25th International Press Freedom Awards.

Orange the World: End Violence Against Women and Girls

Orange the World: End Violence Against Women and Girls

 Published 10 years ago:  On International Day to End Violence Against Women and Girls, IFJ calls for increased awareness and action against violence faced by female journalists.

Bahrain jails photojournalist for 10 years: RSF

Bahrain jails photojournalist for 10 years: RSF

 Published 10 years ago:  A Bahraini court sentenced freelance photographer Sayed al-Mousawi to 10 years in prison for terrorism linked to protests, according to Reporters Without Borders.

Journalists in Pakistan under siege, says watchdog

Journalists in Pakistan under siege, says watchdog

 Published 10 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists highlights the dire situation for journalists in Pakistan, following multiple killings in the northwest region.

Six years on: Justice denied in the Philippines

Six years on: Justice denied in the Philippines

 Published 10 years ago:  Six years after the Ampatuan Massacre, justice remains unattained, reflecting the ongoing culture of impunity for journalists in the Philippines.

Man jailed for 13 years for Facebook 'hate speech'

Man jailed for 13 years for Facebook 'hate speech'

 Published 10 years ago:  A Shiite Muslim was sentenced to 13 years in prison for posting sectarian hate speech on Facebook in Pakistan, raising human rights concerns.

Journalist shot in Bangladesh after funeral for hanged opposition leader

Journalist shot in Bangladesh after funeral for hanged opposition leader

 Published 10 years ago:  A journalist was shot in Bangladesh after attending the funeral of two opposition leaders hanged for war crimes from the 1971 conflict.

Iran says Jason Rezaian sentenced to prison, gives no detail

Iran says Jason Rezaian sentenced to prison, gives no detail

 Published 10 years ago:  Iranian authorities have sentenced Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian to prison without disclosing details of his conviction or charges.

Gunmen kill Neo TV journalist in Kohat

Gunmen kill Neo TV journalist in Kohat

 Published 10 years ago:  Unidentified gunmen in Kohat kill journalist Hafeez Ur Rehman, marking the second such murder this month in Pakistan's troubled northwest.

Journalists protest attack on Dunya News office

Journalists protest attack on Dunya News office

 Published 10 years ago:  Journalists across Pakistan protested a grenade attack on Dunya News bureau, highlighting threats to press freedom and calls for justice.

Grenade attack on Dunya News Faisalabad bureau, three injured

Grenade attack on Dunya News Faisalabad bureau, three injured

 Published 10 years ago:  A grenade attack on Dunya News bureau in Faisalabad injured three employees, with ISIS claiming responsibility and threatening further violence.

Media told to black out coverage of 37 banned outfits

Media told to black out coverage of 37 banned outfits

 Published 10 years ago:  The Ministry of Interior has directed the media to black out coverage of 37 banned outfits in Pakistan for security reasons.

Pakistani cameraman lands Rory Peck Award

Pakistani cameraman lands Rory Peck Award

 Published 10 years ago:  Pakistani cameraman Haider Ali wins the prestigious Rory Peck Award for exposing child exploitation in Pakistan's Hidden Shame documentary.

Pakistani freelance journalist wins international honor

Pakistani freelance journalist wins international honor

 Published 10 years ago:  Pakistani journalist Haroon Janjua has received the prestigious IE Business School award for his outstanding work on Latin America's economy in Asia.

Virtual reality journalism - making people part of the news

Virtual reality journalism - making people part of the news

 Published 10 years ago:  Virtual reality is transforming journalism by allowing audiences to experience stories in an immersive way, enhancing empathy and engagement.

Iran arrests cartoonist as crackdown on free expression goes on

Iran arrests cartoonist as crackdown on free expression goes on

 Published 10 years ago:  Iranian authorities have arrested cartoonist Hadi Heidari to enforce a suspended sentence, amidst a broader crackdown on free expression.

IFJ Asia-Pacific launches 'Without A Trace' campaign for missing journalists

IFJ Asia-Pacific launches 'Without A Trace' campaign for missing journalists

 Published 10 years ago:  The IFJ Asia-Pacific has launched 'Without A Trace,' highlighting the stories of ten missing journalists in the region and urging investigations.

Karachi hosts smartphone film festival in December

Karachi hosts smartphone film festival in December

 Published 10 years ago:  Karachi will host Asia's first Smartphone Film Festival on December 19, showcasing films created with pocket-sized mobile phones.