World Press Freedom Day 2024: Change needs to happen now before we drop further in RSF ranking
The RSF release of the 2024 World Press Freedom Index spotlights the challenges we face in Malaysia as we drop to a dismal ranking of 107.
Fri May 03 2024
Commemorating the International Day for Universal Access to Information 2023!
IDUAI theme recognises the significance of accessibility to digital technologies and its intersection with the right to access information.
Thu Sep 28 2023
Ahmad Zahid wants MCMC to monitor social media posts on race and religion
DPM Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the culture of respecting religion and race needs to be applied by all parties.
Wed May 31 2023
Court allows application for documents in Pulau Batu Puteh case not to be disclosed to outside parties
Justice Rohana made the ruling after allowing the application by the two parties for a protection order which was filed on Nov 29 last year.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Three media NGOs submit memorandum to KKMM on press freedom
The memorandum was handed over in conjunction with World Press Freedom Day which is celebrated on May 3.
Mon May 03 2021
1MDB-Goldman Sachs: Confidentiality clause not an 'easy way' to block access to public interest - CIJ
This is very much related to the element of malpractice that is taking place within 1MDB, which has become public interest.
Sun Nov 22 2020
TI-M questions confidentiality clause in Goldman Sachs issue
Muhammad Mohan said it is an issue of public interest and should be examined by the Parliamentary committee.
Sat Nov 21 2020
4 suits over Bersih resolved after NSTP apologised
Four suits over an article on Bersih 2.0 published by the New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd were resolved Wednesday after the publishing company tendered an apology in the High Court.
Wed Nov 13 2013
Tun M's internet censorship posting draws mixed reactions
The latest statement by former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad expressing his preference for censorship of the internet is criticised by some.
Mon Feb 18 2013
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024