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Journalist urges New York Times to reevaluate partnership with The Nation

Journalist urges New York Times to reevaluate partnership with The Nation

 Published last year:  A former reporter urges The New York Times to reconsider its partnership with The Nation due to unpaid salaries and labor rights violations.

Media outlets rectify error on Middle Temple bencher title

Media outlets rectify error on Middle Temple bencher title

 Published last year:  Media outlets have corrected reports on the first Pakistani Middle Temple bencher, confirming Justice Ayesha Malik holds this honor, not Qazi Faez Isa.

Talat Hussain under fire for controversial profiling of US legislators

Talat Hussain under fire for controversial profiling of US legislators

 Published last year:  Talat Hussain faces backlash for profiling US Congress members who supported Imran Khan's release, raising concerns about international diplomatic relations.

What lies ahead for print media in sports reporting

What lies ahead for print media in sports reporting

 Published last year:  Print media in sports journalism faces challenges from digital media, yet it retains a loyal readership by focusing on quality content.

How social media stars shape consumer behavior

How social media stars shape consumer behavior

 Published last year:  Social media influencers are reshaping consumer behavior through authentic connections, driving brand loyalty and transforming marketing strategies.

Emerging media markets in South Asia: Opportunities, challenges, and future trends

Emerging media markets in South Asia: Opportunities, challenges, and future trends

 Published last year:  South Asia's media market is rapidly evolving with digital growth, challenging traditional forms while offering lucrative investment opportunities.

Three killed in Israeli strike on journalists’ compound in Lebanon

Three killed in Israeli strike on journalists’ compound in Lebanon

 Published last year:  Three journalists were killed and others injured in an Israeli airstrike on a journalists' compound in Lebanon, prompting calls for an investigation.

JournalismPakistan.com unveils 'Janu Journalism' mascot on 15th anniversary

JournalismPakistan.com unveils 'Janu Journalism' mascot on 15th anniversary

 Published last year:  JournalismPakistan.com celebrates its 15th anniversary with the launch of 'Janu Journalism,' a mascot representing modern media innovation.

Two years on, Pakistan remains silent on Arshad Sharif's murder

Two years on, Pakistan remains silent on Arshad Sharif's murder

 Published last year:  Two years after Arshad Sharif's murder, Pakistan remains silent as his widow pursues justice and highlights the plight of journalists.

Apply for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2024

Apply for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2024

 Published last year:  The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellowship supports democracy activists and scholars through independent research in Washington, D.C., with applications due November.

Journalist Farrukh Nawaz Bhatti abducted from Islamabad home

Journalist Farrukh Nawaz Bhatti abducted from Islamabad home

 Published last year:  Senior journalist Farukh Nawaz Bhatti was abducted from his home in Islamabad, raising urgent concerns about press freedom and journalist safety in Pakistan.

Babar Azam: An enigma lost to his shadow

Babar Azam: An enigma lost to his shadow

 Published last year:  Babar Azam's recent sacking from the Pakistan Test team reveals deeper issues intertwined with cricketing politics and personal struggles.

Silent Guardians: PFUJ slammed for silence as press freedom violations soar

Silent Guardians: PFUJ slammed for silence as press freedom violations soar

 Published last year:  The PFUJ faces criticism for inaction amid rising press freedom violations in Pakistan, highlighting the urgent need for support for journalists.

Samina Pasha resigns from GNN amid pressure from 'certain quarters'

Samina Pasha resigns from GNN amid pressure from 'certain quarters'

 Published last year:  Samina Pasha resigns from GNN TV amid pressure from sources unhappy with her journalism, highlighting challenges faced by Pakistani media!

Minister Uzma Bukhari's warning to journalists stirs press freedom concerns

Minister Uzma Bukhari's warning to journalists stirs press freedom concerns

 Published last year:  Uzma Bukhari's warning to journalists raises serious concerns about press freedom in Pakistan, prompting widespread criticism and debate.

BBC announces closure of HARDtalk after three decades

BBC announces closure of HARDtalk after three decades

 Published last year:  The BBC has announced the closure of its historic show HARDtalk after 30 years, raising concerns about independent journalism's future.

Pakistan's press freedom in a sorry mess: 10 incidents exposing the crisis

Pakistan's press freedom in a sorry mess: 10 incidents exposing the crisis

 Published last year:  Pakistan's press freedom crisis deepens with escalating violence and harassment against journalists, highlighting urgent calls for reform.

PFUJ denounces inclusion of journalists in NACTA's Schedule IV list

PFUJ denounces inclusion of journalists in NACTA's Schedule IV list

 Published last year:  The PFUJ has condemned the inclusion of journalists in NACTA's Schedule IV, urging protection for media personnel in Pakistan.

DigiMAP condemns crackdown on journalists, calls for press freedom

DigiMAP condemns crackdown on journalists, calls for press freedom

 Published last year:  DigiMAP condemns the crackdown on journalists in Pakistan, urging respect for press freedom and immediate release of jailed journalists.

PFUJ challenges PEMRA's notices on terror attack reporting

PFUJ challenges PEMRA's notices on terror attack reporting

 Published last year:  PFUJ condemns PEMRA's notices aimed at media coverage of the Karachi terrorist attack, calling for the withdrawal of such pressure tactics.

Kashmiri journalist Sajad Gul released on bail after two years

Kashmiri journalist Sajad Gul released on bail after two years

 Published last year:  Kashmiri journalist Sajad Gul has been released on bail after two years of arbitrary detention, raising concerns over press freedom in Kashmir.

PFUJ criticizes shutdown of Daily 92 Islamabad office amid job losses

PFUJ criticizes shutdown of Daily 92 Islamabad office amid job losses

 Published last year:  PFUJ condemns the closure of Daily 92's Islamabad office, highlighting severe job losses and urging government accountability amid economic hardships.

Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship open for mid-career journalists

Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship open for mid-career journalists

 Published last year:  The Knight-Wallace Journalism Fellowship invites mid-career journalists to apply for a year-long program at the University of Michigan.

Mr. PM, why tweet on a banned platform? Geo News presenters ask

Mr. PM, why tweet on a banned platform? Geo News presenters ask

 Published last year:  Geo News presenters criticize PM Shehbaz Sharif for using a banned platform to express condolences for Karachi terrorist attack victims.

PFUJ condemns violence against journalists, demands release of detained reporter

PFUJ condemns violence against journalists, demands release of detained reporter

 Published last year:  The PFUJ condemns violence against journalists and demands the release of detained reporter Faizan Hussain amid increasing hostility from PTI.

Spotlight on migrant workers: Join the ILO's Global Media Competition

Spotlight on migrant workers: Join the ILO's Global Media Competition

 Published last year:  The ILO's Global Media Competition invites journalists to showcase fair coverage of labor migration, focusing on the plight of migrant workers.

The power of reporting: Thai media tackles climate change and pollution

The power of reporting: Thai media tackles climate change and pollution

 Published last year:  Thai media plays a critical role in addressing climate change and pollution, highlighting public health impacts and conservation challenges.

The art of the sports interview: Techniques and tips

The art of the sports interview: Techniques and tips

 Published last year:  Master the art of sports interviews with key techniques that enhance athlete engagement and storytelling for deeper insights.