From Journalism to Digital Insurgency: A Necessary Reckoning
Journalism is neither entertainment, nor commerce, nor a political instrument; it is a sacred and responsible profession. It serves as the eyes and ears of both the state and society.…
BBC Faces Internal Revolt Over Gaza Coverage, Accused of Acting as ‘PR for Israel’
London, July 3, 2025 (Agencies): The BBC is under mounting pressure after more than 400 media professionals — including over 100 current BBC staff — signed an open letter accusing…
Khyber Mail: Pakistan’s Historic English Newspaper – A Chronicle of Journalistic Legacy
In the annals of Pakistan’s journalistic history, numerous newspapers and journals have played pivotal roles—not only in disseminating news but also in nurturing political, social, and cultural consciousness. Among these…
Al Hurra Shuts Down TV Programming Amid Funding Cuts, Fires Majority of Staff
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia (Agencies): Al Hurra, the U.S.-funded Arabic-language television and online news outlet, has ceased TV programming and terminated most of its staff after funding was abruptly cut off by…
Voice of America Staff Placed on Leave Following Trump’s Executive Order
WASHINGTON (Agencies): In a significant move, employees at Voice of America (VOA) were placed on paid administrative leave on Saturday, following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. The…
Record Number of Journalists Killed in 2024 – Majority by Israel
New York (Agencies): The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) reported that 2024 was the deadliest year for journalists, with at least 124 reporters killed. Israel was responsible for nearly 70%…
CNN to Expand Middle East Operations with New Hub in Qatar
DOHA (Agencies): In a move to strengthen its presence in the Middle East, CNN has announced the launch of a new operation in Media City Qatar, marking a significant expansion…
CNN to Lay Off Hundreds as Media Industry Shifts Toward Digital Platforms
NEW YORK (Agencies): CNN is reportedly set to lay off hundreds of employees from its 3,500-strong workforce this week, as the network pivots its focus toward digital audiences and moves…
Israel closes Al Jazeera bureau in Ramallah
Ramallah (Agencies): At 3am, heavily armed Israeli soldiers raided the office of Al Jazeera in Ramallah, throwing the team out. On live television, heavily armed Israeli soldiers raided Al Jazeera’s…
Knesset extends law to shut down foreign channels in Israel
TEL AVIV (Agencies): The Israeli parliament (Knesset) on Thursday passed an extension to a law allowing the shutdown of foreign media outlets operating in the country until November, Anadolu Agency…