Category: World

LAHORE: Journalists covering human rights violations, armed conflicts, violence and the experiences of vulnerable communities face significant professional and ethical challenges, highlighting the importance of specialized training in trauma-informed reporting.The Ochberg Fellowship, administered by the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma at Columbia Journalism School, is designed for experienced journalists whose work involves reporting on…

NEW YORK: Fifteen countries have been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term in a vote that has drawn criticism from human rights organisations over the lack of competition among candidates.According to reporting by The Associated Press, all regional groups nominated exactly as many candidates as there were available seats…

LAHORE: Pakistan continues to face significant human rights challenges, including concerns over freedom of expression, enforced disappearances, judicial independence and the protection of vulnerable communities, according to the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan’s annual report on the state of human rights in 2025.The report, titled State of Human Rights in 2025, highlights concerns about restrictions…

BANGKOK: Developing countries have taken a significant step towards strengthening cooperation on debt-related challenges as the Borrowers’ Platform convened its first Governing Council meeting in Bangkok, bringing together finance ministers, central bank governors and senior government officials.The meeting, held during the IMF World Bank Annual Meetings, marks the beginning of the Platform’s first annual cycle…

LONDON: Journalists from around the world have an opportunity to apply for travel fellowships to attend the 14th World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ2027), scheduled to take place in London in September 2027.The fellowship programme aims to help journalists and eligible students who face financial barriers to participating in the international conference, which brings together…

LAHORE: An international travel fellowship programme for the 2027 World Conference of Science Journalists is seeking to broaden participation by journalists who face financial barriers to attending professional events abroad.The 14th World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ2027) will take place from September 6 to 9, 2027, at Central Hall Westminster in London, under the theme…

KUALA LUMPUR: Investigative journalism organisations around the world are developing new funding models by engaging readers as active participants in reporting, as traditional media revenues continue to decline.The issue was highlighted at the 14th Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC25) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where journalists and media experts discussed ways to build stronger relationships between…

LAHORE: Investigative journalists are increasingly combining satellite imagery, vessel-tracking technology, corporate records and information obtained from coastal communities to uncover environmental crimes at sea, including illegal fishing and wildlife trafficking.The approaches were highlighted at the 14th Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC25), where international experts and reporters discussed practical methods for investigating maritime crimes despite limited…

CANADA: Canada has what the world wants, and we are stepping up as a trusted partner in critical minerals production. Defence and clean technology supply chains depend on stable access to mineral supply, yet markets are increasingly shaped by concentration and geopolitical risks.In this environment, Canada is being looked to not only as a resource…

LAHORE: Global interest in critical minerals, mining investment and secure supply chains is expected to remain a major focus of the international resource sector ahead of the PDAC 2027 Convention, scheduled to take place in Toronto, Canada, from March 7 to 10.The annual convention, organised by the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada, brings together…