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Ukraine's security service opens criminal case after Ukrainska Pravda report

Ukraine's security service opens criminal case after Ukrainska Pravda report

 Published last year:  Ukraine's SBU opens a criminal case over state secrets disclosure following Ukrainska Pravda's report on military intelligence statements.

Two Cambodian journalists detained over cyber scam torture video

Two Cambodian journalists detained over cyber scam torture video

 Published last year:  Cambodian journalists Duong Akhara and Lay Socheat were detained for publishing a torture video related to cyber scams, prompting calls for their release.

The Olympic Games: A timeless testament to human excellence and unity

The Olympic Games: A timeless testament to human excellence and unity

 Published last year:  The Olympic Games symbolize human spirit, unity, and excellence, rooted in ancient Greek ideals and revived with global aspirations.

Mexican journalist Alejandro Gallegos killed in Tabasco

Mexican journalist Alejandro Gallegos killed in Tabasco

 Published last year:  The killing of journalist Alejandro Gallegos in Tabasco highlights the ongoing violence against the press in Mexico and calls for a thorough investigation.

Taliban sentence Afghan journalist Sayed Rahim Saeedi to three years in prison

Taliban sentence Afghan journalist Sayed Rahim Saeedi to three years in prison

 Published last year:  Taliban sentences Afghan journalist Sayed Rahim Saeedi to three years in prison over anti-Taliban propaganda charges, amid concerns for his health.

The struggles of Pakistan cricket: A system in disarray

The struggles of Pakistan cricket: A system in disarray

 Published last year:  Pakistan cricket faces significant challenges and inconsistencies following its initial success, reflecting broader societal issues.

$10,000 award for journalists defending the rule of law

$10,000 award for journalists defending the rule of law

 Published last year:  A $10,000 award recognizes journalists worldwide for their critical role in upholding the rule of law and promoting justice through fearless reporting.

Contrasting paths: White House welcomes digital media, Pakistan crushes it

Contrasting paths: White House welcomes digital media, Pakistan crushes it

 Published last year:  The contrasting media approaches of the US and Pakistan illustrate a stark divide in press freedom and digital media engagement.

Trump administration opens White House briefing room to new media

Trump administration opens White House briefing room to new media

 Published last year:  The Trump Administration opens the White House press briefing room to new media, allowing podcasters and influencers to apply for credentials.

PECA amendments further tighten government's grip on digital expression: IFJ

PECA amendments further tighten government's grip on digital expression: IFJ

 Published last year:  Recent amendments to Pakistan's PECA law further restrict online expression, raising concerns among media stakeholders and human rights organizations.

Digital Rights Forum warns of threat to free speech under PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025

Digital Rights Forum warns of threat to free speech under PECA (Amendment) Act, 2025

 Published last year:  The FDRD warns the PECA Amendment Act, 2025 threatens free speech and democratic values, calling for repeal and meaningful consultation.

A dark day for press freedom in Pakistan: PECA Amendments spark outrage

A dark day for press freedom in Pakistan: PECA Amendments spark outrage

 Published last year:  The recent PECA Amendments Bill in Pakistan has sparked outrage from journalists and civil society, threatening press freedom and democratic values.

From fortress to folly: Pakistan’s Test cricket decline

From fortress to folly: Pakistan’s Test cricket decline

 Published last year:  Pakistan's decline in Test cricket is highlighted by their poor strategy and performance against West Indies, exposing deeper systemic issues.

Explore journalism at Oxford: Applications open now

Explore journalism at Oxford: Applications open now

 Published last year:  Apply now for the prestigious Journalist Fellowship Programme at Oxford, designed for mid-career journalists to enhance their skills and networks.

CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

CPJ calls on Pakistani authorities to end harassment, deportation of Afghan journalists

 Published last year:  The CPJ urges Pakistan to cease the harassment and deportation of Afghan journalists who are fleeing Taliban threats to their lives.

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

Cyber martial law: Authoritarian PECA legislation threatens digital expression in Pakistan

 Published last year:  The passage of the PECA Amendment Bill 2025 poses a severe threat to digital freedom and press independence in Pakistan.

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

When talk shows turn battlegrounds: The ugly face of Pakistani TV

 Published last year:  Pakistani talk shows are escalating into physical confrontations, highlighting chaos in media debates and the need for stricter regulations.

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

Over 300 PTV pensioners rally for dues, PFUJ slams management inaction

 Published last year:  Over 300 PTV pensioners protested in Islamabad demanding their overdue dues and restoration of benefits, with PFUJ condemning management's inaction.

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by information minister

 Published last year:  The PFUJ condemns PECA amendments as a betrayal by the information minister, calling them unconstitutional and detrimental to press freedom.

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

Crackdown on AI-generated content: FIA targets 10 more suspects

 Published last year:  The FIA has launched cases against 10 suspects for sharing AI-generated images of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and UAE's President, increasing total cases to.

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

Pakistan's digital hypocrisy: PM Shehbaz Sharif tweets Trump while citizens face X ban

 Published last year:  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's tweet to Trump underscores the contradiction of Pakistan's X ban, fueling public outrage over digital hypocrisy.

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit? – II

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit? – II

 Published last year:  The ICC Champions Trophy's legacy showcases cricket's enduring spirit amid commercial pressures and changing dynamics within the sport.

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

China, Israel, and Myanmar lead the world's top jailers of journalists

 Published last year:  A new CPJ report reveals that China, Israel, and Myanmar are the top jailers of journalists globally as numbers reach an alarming high in 2024.

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

Leaked justice: Journalists tweet Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before judge's verdict

 Published last year:  Journalists predicted Imran Khan's 14-year sentence before the official verdict, raising questions about judicial independence in Pakistan's legal process.

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

Geo News's insensitivity: Songs and dance before announcing tragic Bollywood news

 Published last year:  Geo News faces backlash for insensitive coverage of Saif Ali Khan's stabbing, airing joyous clips before revealing his critical condition.

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

From acquittal to 14 years: ARY's colossal blunder in high-stakes Imran Khan case

 Published last year:  ARY News faced backlash for broadcasting contradictory news on Imran Khan's case, revealing a pattern of negligence in Pakistani media.

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

Analyzing FIA's crackdown: The risks of AI misuse and implications for Pakistan-UAE relations

 Published last year:  The FIA's crackdown on AI misuse in Pakistan raises concerns about diplomatic ties with the UAE and the implications for freedom of expression.

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

ICC Champions Trophy: Has cricket sacrificed its soul for profit?-I

 Published last year:  This article explores the commercialization of the ICC Champions Trophy and its impact on cricket's authenticity and inclusivity.