Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million
A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
PM: Media freedom recognition needs improvement but 3Rs limit action
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says this stems from a request by the Malay rulers for the government to take a stricter stance on these matters.
Thu Nov 21 2024
OpenAI launches free AI training course for teachers
The move comes as OpenAI is stepping up efforts to highlight the positive role in education of its ChatGPT chatbot.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Liam Payne's funeral to take place on Wednesday, British media reports
Liam Payne's body was handed over to his father earlier this month and flown back to his native England.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Levelling the playing field: The call for equal regulation across all platforms
Digital platforms like social media share content and ads but are not subject to local governance frameworks.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Cyberbullying: MCMC received 27 reports a day - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says the figure shows a significant increase compared to the previous 10 cases per day.
Tue Nov 19 2024
How social media is reshaping human connection
New hypothesis reveals social media's impact on human connection, possibly worsening social inequalities and mental health issues.
Sun Nov 17 2024
How ASEAN can help mediate in Myanmar
ASEAN faces pressure to mediate in a crisis that challenges its principles and unity.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Chinese social media reels over young woman's illegal surrogacy case
Authorities pledge a strict crackdown on illegal practices, including buying/selling of sperm, eggs, and surrogacy services.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Govt sticks to Jan 1, 2025 deadline for social media licensing - Fahmi
Failure to obtain a license after the effective date will constitute an offence, and appropriate legal action may be taken under Act 588.
Fri Nov 15 2024
South Korea's Yoon practices golf to prepare for future Trump meets
South Korean media said Yoon visited a golf course on Saturday for a sport his office said he had last played in 2016.
Tue Nov 12 2024
TV chef Jamie Oliver withdraws book after 'insensitive' depiction of Indigenous Australians
Australia's Indigenous people continue to face misrepresentation and cultural appropriation in mainstream media, says Sue-Anne Hunter.
Mon Nov 11 2024
How close are we to an accurate AI fake news detector?
In the ambitious pursuit to tackle the harms from false content on social media and news websites, data scientists are getting creative.
Sun Nov 10 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024