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.
From fire to ashes: How Pakistan's cricket revolution became a bureaucratic funeral
Published 8 months ago: The Pakistan Super League's transformation from a cricketing revolution to a bureaucratic struggle highlights its declining impact and relevance.
From groundsman's son to Test star: The incredible journey of Pakistan's oldest debutant
Published 8 months ago: Malik Miran Bakhsh's inspiring journey from groundsman's son to Pakistan's second-oldest Test debutant defines perseverance in cricket.
PFUJ slams FIA notice to Dawn journalist, calls it intimidation
Published 8 months ago: The PFUJ condemns the FIA's notice to Dawn journalist Akbar Notezai, highlighting concerns over press freedom and intimidation in Pakistan.
Shaheen Sehbai wins back X account, exposes international hackers
Published 8 months ago: Shaheen Sehbai successfully regained his hacked X account after a three-week battle, revealing the hackers' international origin.
The vanishing champion: Pakistan's greatest tennis legend who chose to disappear
Published 8 months ago: Haroon Rahim, Pakistan's tennis prodigy, vanished from fame, leaving behind a legacy steeped in mystery and allure.
Press freedom groups unite over Cambodia-Thailand border clash coverage
Published 8 months ago: Press freedom organizations demand safety for journalists and accurate reporting following the recent Cambodia-Thailand border clashes.
$10,000 top prize: SEJ Awards to honor excellence in environmental reporting
Published 8 months ago: The SEJ Awards 2025 invite submissions for outstanding environmental journalism, with a top prize of $10,000 for the Nina Mason Pulliam Award!
Afghanistan: Taliban arrest at least seven journalists in July
Published 8 months ago: The Taliban's recent crackdown on Afghan journalists has led to the arrest of at least seven media workers, raising concerns over press freedom.
Applications open for 2026-2027 Chevening Scholarships
Published 8 months ago: The UK Government has opened applications for the 2026–2027 Chevening Scholarships, offering fully funded master's degrees to global leaders.
Dawn journalist issues apology after naming Fahd Husain by mistake
Published 8 months ago: Dawn journalist Sanaullah Khan apologizes for mistakenly naming Fahd Husain, clarifying the correct identity related to Minister's Enclave.
Win up to $5000: AIPS calls for submissions to 2025 Sports Media Awards
Published 8 months ago: The AIPS Sport Media Awards are now open for submissions, offering up to $5000 for impactful sports journalism entries.
PFUJ demands an end to censorship, layoffs, and draconian laws in landmark declaration
Published 8 months ago: PFUJ demands an end to censorship, layoffs, and draconian laws to uphold press freedom in its Karachi Declaration 2025.
Ayaz Amir's column they didn't want you to read
Published 9 months ago: Ayaz Amir's controversial column vanished from Daily Dunya, highlighting ongoing censorship in Pakistani media amid criticism of powerful property tycoons.
Master of the move: Fahd Husain switches lanes again
Published 9 months ago: Fahd Husain, a prominent Pakistani journalist, returns to Express Media Group after a series of strategic career moves over three decades.
PTV World revamp collapses as Talat Hussain quits, digital shift now on the cards
Published 9 months ago: Plans to revamp PTV World have collapsed, leading the government to shift focus towards developing a digital platform for the news channel.
Kashif Abbasi: The anchor who wouldn’t bow, breaks silence
Published 9 months ago: Kashif Abbasi, a prominent Pakistani anchor, speaks out after being removed from the airwaves, emphasizing the need for media independence.
Kenyan court rules police acted 'unlawfully' in Arshad Sharif's murder, orders probe update
Published 9 months ago: The Kenyan Appeal Court has ruled that police acted unlawfully in the murder of journalist Arshad Sharif, ordering a probe update for his widow.
How TV ratings rewrote Pakistan-India cricket rivalry
Published 9 months ago: The evolving dynamics of TV ratings have significantly impacted the rivalry between Pakistan and India in cricket, reshaping its narrative.
Aurora bids farewell: The last chapter in Pakistan's magazine legacy
Published 9 months ago: Aurora Magazine's final issue marks the end of a significant chapter in Pakistan's print journalism, emphasizing its impact over 27 years.
Wall Street Journal to plead not guilty to unlawful dismissal of HKJA Chair
Published 9 months ago: The Wall Street Journal plans to plead not guilty in the unlawful dismissal case of HKJA Chair Selina Cheng, with a trial set for December 2025.
Free webinar empowers journalists to cover mental health equity
Published 9 months ago: Join a free webinar to enhance your journalism skills in covering mental health equity and address systemic disparities in reporting.
AsiaOne News launches with foreign anchors and global aspirations
Published 9 months ago: AsiaOne News officially launches in Pakistan, aiming to revitalize English-language journalism with a global approach and diverse foreign presenters.
When public money buys praise: Pakistan's ruling elite turn birthdays and PR into state-funded spectacles
Published 9 months ago: Pakistan's ruling elite use public funds for personal birthday celebrations and PR campaigns, raising ethical concerns over transparency.
Pulitzer Center offers grants for reporting on ocean and fisheries
Published 9 months ago: The Pulitzer Center is offering grants for journalists to report on pressing ocean and fisheries issues, including illegal fishing and climate impacts.
Kazakhstan bars 16 journalists in latest blow to press freedom
Published 9 months ago: Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry has barred 16 journalists from Radio Azzatyq, raising concerns for press freedom in the country following previous incidents.
Pakistan asks social media platforms to block 'terrorist' accounts and share user data
Published 9 months ago: Pakistan urges social media platforms to block accounts linked to terrorism and share user data, asserting control over digital spaces.
Top news organizations warn of starvation risk facing journalists in Gaza
Published 9 months ago: Four major news organizations have issued a joint statement highlighting the severe starvation risk for journalists in Gaza amidst a deteriorating humanitarian.
CPJ calls for Al Jazeera correspondent's protection in face of Israeli smears
Published 9 months ago: The Committee to Protect Journalists urges international action to safeguard Al Jazeera reporter Anas Al-Sharif amid Israeli smear campaigns.

