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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.

Asia Society honor for The News journo

Asia Society honor for The News journo

 Published 13 years ago:  Umar Cheema's tax report on Pakistani politicians ranks second as best investigative journalism in Asia, sparking significant public policy debate!

Journalist to face judge over sources

Journalist to face judge over sources

 Published 13 years ago:  A Fox News reporter faces a Colorado judge to determine if she must reveal anonymous sources linked to the 2012 Aurora theater shooting.

Capital TV finally hits the airwaves

Capital TV finally hits the airwaves

 Published 13 years ago:  Capital TV launched on air on Wednesday, marking the second English news channel in Pakistan this year after a delay of several months.

Dunya TV sacks three camera operators

Dunya TV sacks three camera operators

 Published 13 years ago:  Dunya News TV has dismissed three camera operators over salary demands, igniting outrage within the journalistic community and calls for labor rights reform.

Kidnapped French photographer freed

Kidnapped French photographer freed

 Published 13 years ago:  Afghanistan's Interior Ministry confirms the release of kidnapped French photographer Pierre Borghi after nearly four months in captivity.

Hacker admits attacks on Murdoch, Sony

Hacker admits attacks on Murdoch, Sony

 Published 13 years ago:  A British hacker has pleaded guilty to cyber attacks on Sony, Nintendo, and Rupert Murdoch's News International among other targets.

Dutch reporter victim of citizen arrest in Egypt

Dutch reporter victim of citizen arrest in Egypt

 Published 13 years ago:  A Dutch journalist was arrested in Egypt for allegedly endangering the country and spreading European culture but was released after 12 hours in custody.

Are analysts going to replace reporters?

Are analysts going to replace reporters?

 Published 13 years ago:  In Pakistan's media landscape, a growing trend favors analysts over traditional reporters as roles evolve and financial incentives shift.

Salary delays continue at Ash-Sharq

Salary delays continue at Ash-Sharq

 Published 13 years ago:  Salary delays continue at Islamabad's Ash-Sharq newspaper, leaving staff in financial distress as payments remain outstanding for three months.

Musarrat Shaheen makes media smile again!

Musarrat Shaheen makes media smile again!

 Published 13 years ago:  Musarrat Shaheen's return to elections against Maulana Fazlur Rehman captivates media, recalling her 1996 challenge amid concerns over political sensitivities.

Express problem resolved over lunch

Express problem resolved over lunch

 Published 13 years ago:  Express News TV resolved a hacking issue by negotiating with the hacker over lunch, leading to a mutual agreement and restored functionality.

Baloch journalist goes missing in Karachi

Baloch journalist goes missing in Karachi

 Published 13 years ago:  Baloch journalist Haji Abdul Razzaq Baloch goes missing in Karachi, raising concerns about his safety and the involvement of intelligence agencies.

RIUJ condemns layoffs at BBC Urdu

RIUJ condemns layoffs at BBC Urdu

 Published 13 years ago:  The RIUJ condemns the BBC Urdu Service's layoffs of reporters in Pakistan, calling it unjustified and harmful to journalistic integrity.

Did Sethi do right?

Did Sethi do right?

 Published 13 years ago:  Najam Sethi takes on the role of Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab, raising questions about journalistic integrity amidst political ties.

Political stunt or meaningful gesture?

Political stunt or meaningful gesture?

 Published 13 years ago:  Nawaz Sharif reopens Lahore's historic Pak Tea House after over 13 years, reviving a significant cultural meeting place for writers and artists.

Female journalist gunned down in Mogadishu

Female journalist gunned down in Mogadishu

 Published 13 years ago:  Rahma Abdi, a female journalist, was shot dead in Mogadishu by unidentified gunmen, marking the third journalist killed in Somalia this year.

The News scribe set for Pearl Fellowship

The News scribe set for Pearl Fellowship

 Published 13 years ago:  Khalid Khattak from The News Lahore begins a Daniel Pearl Fellowship at The Wall Street Journal, alongside Emran Hossain from Bangladesh.

MAG founding member Lalarukh dies

MAG founding member Lalarukh dies

 Published 13 years ago:  Lalarukh Hussain, a senior journalist and MAG Weekly founding member, passed away from a brain hemorrhage in Los Angeles, leaving a lasting legacy.

Do more, affected journos tell LPC

Do more, affected journos tell LPC

 Published 13 years ago:  Journalists affected by land acquisition stress the Lahore Press Club must take urgent action for F Block's development.

Zakir Syed leaves for his heavenly abode

Zakir Syed leaves for his heavenly abode

 Published 13 years ago:  Zakir Hussain Syed, a prominent sports administrator and commentator, passed away at 73 following a heart attack while walking in Islamabad.

Newspapers vs anchors

Newspapers vs anchors

 Published 13 years ago:  This article explores the decline of newspapers in the digital age and contrasts them with the rise of television news anchors in Pakistan.

Malala back to school

Malala back to school

 Published 13 years ago:  Malala Yousafzai returns to school in Birmingham after surviving an assassination attempt by the Taliban, continuing her fight for girls' education.

Punish perpetrators in Pearl slaying: CPJ

Punish perpetrators in Pearl slaying: CPJ

 Published 13 years ago:  Bob Dietz from CPJ emphasizes the need to prosecute all involved in the 2002 murder of journalist Daniel Pearl following a recent arrest in Karachi.

Britain seals deal to regulate press

Britain seals deal to regulate press

 Published 13 years ago:  Britain's political parties have reached an agreement to establish a new system for regulating newspapers in response to unethical media practices.

Another exodus from DawnNews

Another exodus from DawnNews

 Published 13 years ago:  DawnNews faces a potential mini exodus as key staff members, including Director Technical Rifat Bajwa, leave for competing channels.

Infighting, physical attacks at LPC

Infighting, physical attacks at LPC

 Published 13 years ago:  Lahore Press Club faces severe internal conflicts as members protest against leadership's failure to manage plot allocations and development work.

The great F.E. Choudhry passes away

The great F.E. Choudhry passes away

 Published 13 years ago:  F.E. Choudhry, Pakistan's oldest photojournalist, passed away on his 104th birthday, leaving a legacy in photojournalism.

British reporter detained in China live on air

British reporter detained in China live on air

 Published 13 years ago:  A British journalist was detained live on air in Tiananmen Square, revealing the challenges of reporting in China during a tense incident.