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Jordanian journalist Heba Abu Taha sentenced to one year in prison

Jordanian journalist Heba Abu Taha sentenced to one year in prison

 Published 1 years ago:  Heba Abu Taha, a Jordanian journalist, has been sentenced to one year in prison under the cybercrime law, sparking outrage among press freedom advocates.

Attend the Trust Conference 2024 in London

Attend the Trust Conference 2024 in London

 Published 1 years ago:  Join global leaders and innovators at the Trust Conference 2024 in London to discuss AI, journalism, democracy, and sustainable economies.

The changing face of journalism: Insights into Southeast Asia's newsrooms

The changing face of journalism: Insights into Southeast Asia's newsrooms

 Published 1 years ago:  Southeast Asia's media landscape is rapidly evolving with digital innovations, facing challenges like press freedom and economic sustainability.

Masked assailants brutally attack journalist Noor-ul-Arfeen at home in Malir

Masked assailants brutally attack journalist Noor-ul-Arfeen at home in Malir

 Published 1 years ago:  Journalist Noor-ul-Arfeen Siddiqi suffers serious injuries after a brutal attack by masked assailants at his home in Malir, raising concerns for media safety.

Journalist Umar Cheema slams Samaa for allowing misogynistic behavior

Journalist Umar Cheema slams Samaa for allowing misogynistic behavior

 Published 1 years ago:  Umar Cheema condemns Samaa TV for allowing misogynistic remarks against women in a recent show featuring Sahil Adeem and Khalil ur Rehman Qamar.

Neo News crew assaulted for exposing alleged electricity theft by police

Neo News crew assaulted for exposing alleged electricity theft by police

 Published 1 years ago:  A Neo News crew was assaulted by police for exposing electricity theft at a police station in Buner, leaving one member severely injured.

Two Ugandan journalists arrested and charged with publishing without license

Two Ugandan journalists arrested and charged with publishing without license

 Published 1 years ago:  Two Ugandan journalists have been arrested for publishing without a license, prompting calls for their release and reform of media laws.

Supreme Court issues show-cause notices to 34 TV channels again in contempt case

Supreme Court issues show-cause notices to 34 TV channels again in contempt case

 Published 1 years ago:  The Supreme Court issued show-cause notices to 34 TV channels for contempt of court after accepting apologies from two lawmakers.

Examining the perilous future of Pakistan's print media

Examining the perilous future of Pakistan's print media

 Published 1 years ago:  The future of Pakistan's print media is at stake as digital transformation reshapes consumption and poses significant economic challenges.

Tanveer Baig: A distinguished career cut short by Karachi heatwave

Tanveer Baig: A distinguished career cut short by Karachi heatwave

 Published 1 years ago:  Veteran crime reporter Tanveer Baig tragically died from heatstroke during Karachi's severe heatwave, impacting the journalistic community.

Closed-door trial of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia

Closed-door trial of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia

 Published 1 years ago:  The closed-door trial of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich begins in Russia, drawing condemnation from the Committee to Protect Journalists for injustice.

Fight climate misinformation at the News Impact Summit in Copenhagen

Fight climate misinformation at the News Impact Summit in Copenhagen

 Published 1 years ago:  Join journalists worldwide at the News Impact Summit in Copenhagen to combat climate misinformation and enhance public trust in environmental policies.

Join the Solutions Journalism Network's climate crisis community

Join the Solutions Journalism Network's climate crisis community

 Published 1 years ago:  Join the Solutions Journalism Network's new community focused on enhancing climate crisis reporting with collaborative tools and resources!

Attend Wharton's Business Journalism Seminar: Funding available

Attend Wharton's Business Journalism Seminar: Funding available

 Published 1 years ago:  Join Wharton's Business Journalism Seminar in Philadelphia from October 14-16, with funding options available for attending journalists.

Russia blocks 81 EU media outlets in reciprocal move

Russia blocks 81 EU media outlets in reciprocal move

 Published 1 years ago:  Russia has blocked 81 EU media outlets in a reciprocal move following the EU's ban on Russian broadcasters for disseminating false information.

Turkish journalist Sezgin Kartal acquitted of terrorism charges after 160-day detention

Turkish journalist Sezgin Kartal acquitted of terrorism charges after 160-day detention

 Published 1 years ago:  Turkish journalist Sezgin Kartal has been acquitted of terrorism charges after 160 days in detention, and his travel ban has been lifted.

Kenyan journalists face violence and detention amid tax protests

Kenyan journalists face violence and detention amid tax protests

 Published 1 years ago:  Kenyan journalists are facing violence and detention while covering tax protests, prompting calls for media protection and internet access improvements.

Journalist Benazir Shah faces severe harassment for advocacy

Journalist Benazir Shah faces severe harassment for advocacy

 Published 1 years ago:  Benazir Shah faces severe harassment in Pakistan after advocating for the Christian community, highlighting dangers for women journalists.

North Macedonian journalist faces threats after interview clip shared

North Macedonian journalist faces threats after interview clip shared

 Published 1 years ago:  North Macedonian journalist Lepa Djundeva faces threats and misogynistic attacks after an interview clip went viral, highlighting media safety issues.

Kamal Siddiqi honored with Journalists of Courage Impact Award in Manila

Kamal Siddiqi honored with Journalists of Courage Impact Award in Manila

 Published 1 years ago:  Kamal Siddiqi has been awarded the Journalists of Courage Impact Award at the East-West Center International Media Conference in Manila!

Vanishing voices: The fall of investigative journalism in Pakistan

Vanishing voices: The fall of investigative journalism in Pakistan

 Published 1 years ago:  Investigative journalism in Pakistan faces decline due to economic pressures, political influence, and safety concerns among journalists.

CPJ decries journalist murders in Pakistan, demands swift justice

CPJ decries journalist murders in Pakistan, demands swift justice

 Published 1 years ago:  The Committee to Protect Journalists urges swift justice for journalist Khalil Jibran, who was murdered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

Ukrainian journalist Anna Kalyuzhna threatened with death and rape after army commander's accusations

Ukrainian journalist Anna Kalyuzhna threatened with death and rape after army commander's accusations

 Published 1 years ago:  Ukrainian journalist Anna Kalyuzhna faces death and rape threats after accusations from an army commander, sparking global calls for action.

Fellowship for journalists to cover UN Biodiversity Convention

Fellowship for journalists to cover UN Biodiversity Convention

 Published 1 years ago:  Internews' Earth Journalism Network offers a fellowship for journalists to report from the UN Convention on Biological Diversity in 2024.

Dawn highlights the perils of journalism in Pakistan, calls for an end to impunity

Dawn highlights the perils of journalism in Pakistan, calls for an end to impunity

 Published 1 years ago:  Dawn's editorial underscores the threats faced by journalists in Pakistan and calls for urgent action against impunity following the murder of Khalil Jibran.

Taliban arrest journalist in Bagram District

Taliban arrest journalist in Bagram District

 Published 1 years ago:  Taliban intelligence arrested journalist Abdullah Danish in Bagram district while he was returning from Kabul amidst severe media restrictions.

French reporter forced out of India

French reporter forced out of India

 Published 1 years ago:  The CPJ urges Indian authorities to renew French journalist Sebastien Farcis' permit after his forced departure from India due to permit denial.

IFJ urges action after seventh journalist killed in Pakistan this year

IFJ urges action after seventh journalist killed in Pakistan this year

 Published 1 years ago:  The IFJ condemns the murder of journalist Khalil Jibran, the seventh journalist killed in Pakistan this year, urging immediate action and protections for media.