Newsroom

 Published last year:  Explore how digital newsrooms are revolutionizing the media landscape in Africa, bringing innovation, efficiency, and new opportunities for journalism across the continent.

 Published last year:  The Nation newspaper announces a partnership with The New York Times to feature the International Report on weekends. Starting August 31, subscribers will receive an eight-page supplement with top international news and opinion pieces from The New York Times.

 Published last year:  Beijing authorities have cut off independent journalist Gao Yu’s internet and phone access following her critical analysis of an Al Jazeera interview. This move comes amid heightened surveillance and harassment as the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation approaches

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has condemned the Quetta district administration's directive requiring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for events at the Quetta Press Club, calling it an attack on press freedom

 Published last year:  The Quetta Press Club has been barred from hosting events without a non-objection certificate (NOC) due to the current security situation, following recent militant attacks in Balochistan.

 Published last year:  The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has implemented a Web Monitoring System to manage internet content and registered over 20,000 VPNs, amid controversy over internet slowdowns and censorship concerns.

 Published last year:  Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered immediate action following the murder of journalist Mohammed Bachal in Ghotki. The government is intensifying anti-dacoit operations.

 Published last year:  Journalist Syed Sammer Abbas has announced his departure from Hum News after six years. He will be joining Dunya News to host a 10:00 pm show every Friday through Sunday.

 Published last year:  Farhan Asif was acquitted by a Lahore court after being arrested on charges of spreading fake news and inciting violent protests linked to the Southport, UK murders. The court found no evidence against him.

 Published last year:  Journalists Hamid Mir and Asma Shirazi recently shared a fake AI-generated photo, only to delete it after realizing the truth their actions highlighting the urgent need for responsible journalism in the age of misinformation.

 Published last year:  Social media algorithms shape our worldview by creating echo chambers, spreading misinformation, and contributing to polarization. Learn how these digital forces impact our perceptions and mental health.

 Published last year:  The UN Biodiversity Conference is accepting media accreditation for COP 16 in Colombia this fall. The event will focus on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Apply for accreditation by August 31, 2024. SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

 Published last year:  Prominent analyst Orya Maqbool Jan has been arrested by the FIA for expressing a dissenting opinion on the Mubarak Sani case. The arrest, made without notice or summons, has sparked outrage within the journalistic community, raising concerns about freedom of speech in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Pakistani citizen Farhan Asif was arrested by the FIA Cyber Crime Wing for spreading fake news that incited violent protests in the UK after the murder of three girls in Southport. The misinformation, published on a website, falsely implicated a Muslim refugee, leading to widespread fear and riots.

 Published last year:  The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) condemn the recent attacks on journalists Khursheed Rajput and Kashif Ghafoor Arain in Sindh and Punjab, urging thorough investigations into the incidents by provincial police authorities.

 Published last year:  The Chevening Scholarship Program is now open for journalists. Funded by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, these scholarships offer full or partial funding for a one-year postgraduate degree at a UK university. ENTRIES CLOSED

 Published last year:  In a sharp editorial, Daily Dawn criticizes the Pakistani government over slow internet, warning that it threatens the future of thousands of gig workers and risks damaging the country’s digital economy.

 Published last year:  Journalist Hamid Mir has filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court over slow internet in Pakistan, citing the difficulties faced by journalists in performing their duties.

 Published last year:  A viral video exposes a shocking reality about Pakistani media, where fake news circulates unchecked. The clip, featuring a false report on the arrest of former IG of Jails, Shahid Saleem, highlights the pervasive issue of yellow journalism and raises questions about news credibility.

 Published last year:  The Committee to Protect Journalists condemns the five-year prison sentence of Nguyen Chi Tuyen, a prominent Vietnamese activist and YouTuber, for his news reporting. CPJ calls for his immediate release, highlighting Vietnam's ongoing repression of press freedom.

 Published last year:  Senior journalist and media officer Tariq Hassan, known for his contributions to The Pakistan Times and The News, passed away today after a year-long battle with lung cancer. He was 58.

 Published last year:  Arshad Nadeem ended Pakistan's 32-year Olympic medal drought with a historic gold, but the government's newfound interest in him raises the question—where was this support when he needed it?

 Published last year:  A Philippine court overturns the shutdown order against Rappler, marking a significant victory for press freedom. The ruling restores Rappler’s legal status, reinforcing the importance of independent journalism in the country.

 Published last year:  Discover practical tips for enhancing your business's social media engagement. Learn how to connect authentically with your audience and boost your online presence with effective strategies.

 Published last year:  ARY Digital Network CEO Salman Iqbal awards a luxury apartment in ARY Laguna to Arshad Nadeem for winning Pakistan's first-ever individual Olympic gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024.

 Published last year:  As Afghanistan approaches the third anniversary of the Taliban's takeover, media outlets in Nangarhar province face severe challenges with at least 14 licenses suspended due to alleged non-payment of fees. The IFJ and Afghan Independent Journalists’ Union (AIJU) condemn these actions.

 Published last year:  Mexican journalist Alejandro Martinez, known for covering crime in Celaya, was shot and killed by gunmen, with his two bodyguards wounded. Authorities are investigating the murder amidst ongoing drug cartel violence in Guanajuato.

 Published last year:  Pakistani police have repeatedly raided the home of digital journalist Usman Khan, forcing him into hiding due to his coverage of protests over alleged human rights abuses in Balochistan.