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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.

For a journalist's wife, trouble and strife

For a journalist's wife, trouble and strife

 Published 13 years ago:  Being a journalist's wife comes with unique challenges, including late nights, family responsibilities, and the struggle of balancing personal and professional life.

NYT journos speak out against management

NYT journos speak out against management

 Published 13 years ago:  New York Times staff members express their disappointment over management's handling of contract negotiations in a newly released video.

Swabi scribes injured in baton-charge

Swabi scribes injured in baton-charge

 Published 13 years ago:  Four journalists were injured during a police baton-charge in Swabi while protesting against previous abuses by police during a chief minister visit.

Journalism on frail foundations

Journalism on frail foundations

 Published 13 years ago:  The establishment of the Institute of Journalism in Karachi raises concerns about its effectiveness and online presence for training future journalists.

Waqt News signs up Fereeha

Waqt News signs up Fereeha

 Published 13 years ago:  Fereeha Idrees has signed with Waqt News TV after parting ways with Samaa TV for reasons including programming changes and management issues.

Is Talat behind the rumpus?

Is Talat behind the rumpus?

 Published 13 years ago:  The upheaval at DawnNews raises questions about Talat Hussain's influence amid recent staff changes, particularly with Matiullah Jan's departure.

The rise of noise, the fall of reason: An analysis of TV talk show trends

The rise of noise, the fall of reason: An analysis of TV talk show trends

 Published 13 years ago:  The analysis critiques the chaotic nature of Pakistani TV talk shows, highlighting a trend of unreasonable shouting and lack of substance.

London calling

London calling

 Published 13 years ago:  The article discusses the challenges faced by genuine sports journalists at the Olympics, overshadowed by opportunistic pretenders seeking exposure.

UNESCO deplores murder of journos

UNESCO deplores murder of journos

 Published 13 years ago:  UNESCO's Director-General condemns the murders of journalists in Pakistan, urging for justice and emphasizing the need for press freedom.

Google tips China searchers to hot-button terms

Google tips China searchers to hot-button terms

 Published 13 years ago:  Google modifies its search engine in China to warn users about terms likely to trigger censorship interruptions, aiming to enhance user experience.

Court allows Geo English to change name

Court allows Geo English to change name

 Published 13 years ago:  The Islamabad High Court restored Geo Englishs license and ordered PEMRA to approve its renaming and language change, allowing it to become Geo Tez.

Resignations at Samaa

Resignations at Samaa

 Published 13 years ago:  At least seven Samaa TV staffers, including Chief Reporter Sanaullah, have resigned in Islamabad and are serving notice, with more exits expected.

RIUJ head takes a swipe at TV anchors

RIUJ head takes a swipe at TV anchors

 Published 13 years ago:  Around 70 journalists protested outside Geo offices in Islamabad over layoffs and the 7th Wage Board Award, as RIUJ chief Waqar Satti criticized absent TV.

Hero set for test transmission

Hero set for test transmission

 Published 13 years ago:  Express Groups new Urdu infotainment channel Hero will begin test transmissions on June 1, with nationwide availability planned after its launch.

Who is telling the truth?

Who is telling the truth?

 Published 13 years ago:  A media report questions conflicting ratings charts from Dunya TV and Geo, examining why Dunyas claimed top ranking drew little industry attention.

No justice one year on

No justice one year on

 Published 13 years ago:  Amnesty International urges Pakistan to investigate journalist Saleem Shahzads 2011 abduction and murder and address intimidation of reporters.

Guardian journo cleared in hacking coverage

Guardian journo cleared in hacking coverage

 Published 13 years ago:  UK prosecutors decided not to charge Guardian journalist Amelia Hill over alleged illegal police leaks tied to phone-hacking coverage, citing public interest.

Blair says he ducked fight with UK media

Blair says he ducked fight with UK media

 Published 13 years ago:  Tony Blair told the Leveson inquiry he chose to manage rather than confront UK media tycoons, fearing a political battle could derail his government.

Medics attack Samaa TV crew at Lahore General Hospital

Medics attack Samaa TV crew at Lahore General Hospital

 Published 13 years ago:  Medics and hospital staff assaulted a Samaa TV crew at Lahore General Hospital, snatching their camera while they filmed a complaint with permission.

'Proof of life' of reporter held in Colombia

'Proof of life' of reporter held in Colombia

 Published 13 years ago:  Colombian FARC rebels released proof-of-life video of France 24 journalist Romeo Langlois, held a month, ahead of a planned Wednesday release.

Nizami-Dunya deal runs into a hurdle

Nizami-Dunya deal runs into a hurdle

 Published 13 years ago:  Talks for Arif Nizami to join Dunya TV as group editor hit a hurdle after a proposal to merge Pakistan Today with the Dunya Group.

Former Pakistan Today man joins Dunya

Former Pakistan Today man joins Dunya

 Published 13 years ago:  Senior journalist Sarmad Bashir has joined Dunyas upcoming Urdu newspaper as Editor Reporting after quitting Pakistan Today in April.

Inside DawnNews

Inside DawnNews

 Published 13 years ago:  Zahid Mazhar, new DawnNews editor, plans team changes amid Islamabad staff exits and reported tensions with host Talat Hussain over ratings.

Not so awesome

Not so awesome

 Published 13 years ago:  An Indian journalist in Los Angeles critiques Pakistani and local US newspapers for weak coverage, limited international news and cautious reporting.

Media bubble has burst

Media bubble has burst

 Published 13 years ago:  Pakistans media industry faces layoffs, salary delays and shrinking opportunities as the post-2003 expansion fades under economic strain and pressure.

Time over, Mati told

Time over, Mati told

 Published 13 years ago:  Journalist Matiullah Jan says Dawn News informed him his time at the channel was over, amid reports he and two other senior staff will be replaced.

Laid off journalists in no show

Laid off journalists in no show

 Published 13 years ago:  Islamabad journalists protested layoffs by media houses at the National Press Club, urging reinstatement, wage board implementation and timely payments.

Female Murdoch employee held

Female Murdoch employee held

 Published 13 years ago:  London police arrested a 37-year-old News International employee in a probe into alleged bribery and corruption of public officials, linked to Murdoch.