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Fully funded WPI fellowship accepting 2026 applications
Applications are now open for the World Press Institute Fellowship 2026, a fully funded nine-week U.S. journalism program for international journalists. Apply by February 15, 2026.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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Reuters chief Galloni reflects on journalism challenges 2025
Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni reflects on major journalism challenges of 2025, including conflict zone risks, political pressures, and the rise of AI-driven misinformation.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Algeria under scrutiny over imprisonment of French sports reporter
The detention of French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria highlights growing concerns over press freedom, judicial pressure on reporters, and international calls for his release.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Bangladesh press freedom remains under strain beyond protests
Bangladesh journalists continue to face threats, attacks, and legal pressure beyond protests, raising concerns over newsroom safety, self-censorship, and the future of independent reporting.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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Journalism at a crossroads as press freedom erodes in Pakistan
Pakistan’s journalism faces growing repression through intimidation, PECA cases, economic pressure, and enforced silences, raising urgent questions about press freedom.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM
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Global bodies condemn attacks on journalists in Bangladesh
Global media and diplomatic bodies condemn attacks on journalists in Bangladesh, urging protection for media workers and accountability as concerns grow over press safety and shrinking civic space.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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Matiullah Jan calls out journalist unions over cozy ties with authorities
Senior journalist Matiullah Jan criticizes journalist union leadership at an Islamabad conference, calling for reform, youth inclusion, and a stronger collective response to Pakistan’s media crisis.
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December 20, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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Tarar says Rs86 crore worth of government ads given to Dawn Media Group
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar says the government allocated 86 crore in ads to Dawn Media Group, stressing transparency and that media groups manage employee payments.
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December 20, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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When journalists move from the newsroom to the boardroom
A reflective analysis on how journalists moving from the newsroom to the boardroom face cultural, emotional, and ethical shifts while balancing management duties and journalistic values.
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December 20, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Bangkok leads global pact against online scams with tech partners
Thailand hosts a global initiative in Bangkok to combat online scams, bringing together governments and tech platforms, including Meta and TikTok, to enhance cross-border cooperation and public protec...
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December 20, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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UK editors warn against plan to cut Downing Street briefings
UK editors warn that plans to reduce daily Downing Street briefings could weaken press scrutiny and democratic accountability, raising concerns over access and transparency.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:33 AM
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Bangladesh unrest escalates as Dhaka newsrooms remain shut
Bangladesh protests continued Friday after attacks on major Dhaka newsrooms, forcing media shutdowns and evacuations, raising press freedom concerns ahead of the 2026 elections.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Islamabad court grants post-arrest bail to journalist Sohrab Barkat
Islamabad court approves post-arrest bail for journalist Sohrab Barkat in a case linked to controversial videos and tweets filed by the National Cyber Crime Agency.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:52 PM