Govt mulling to tighten law to check offensive social media posts - Annuar
Annuar said the Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 was not so effective in checking contents uploaded from overseas.
Thu Apr 28 2022
Zul Ariffin investigated over posting of steamy scene teaser
Zul Ariffin will be investigated for putting out an Instagram post which infringed the law.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Amend Act 588 to impose heavier penalties against individuals mocking PWD - Ras Adiba
The government has been asked to amend Section 233 (1) (b) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988 (Act 588) to impose heavier penalties against individuals who humiliate PwDs.
Mon Mar 21 2022
Do not abuse social media, share provocative content - MCMC
Sharing of offensive and menacing content is an offence under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Sept 7: Management of DJ Patrick Teoh's case for insulting TMJ
The charge was framed under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588), with the offence punishable under subsection 233(1) of the same Act.
Mon Jul 20 2020
Police question activist over Facebook posting
Refuge For The Refugees director, Heidy Quah, gave her statement to the police today over her Facebook posting on alleged mistreatment of refugees at the Immigration detention centres.
Tue Jul 07 2020
Police to summon owner of 'Hannah Yeoh', 'Siti Kasim' Facebook accounts
The police will summon the owners of Facebook accounts 'Hannah Yeoh' and 'Siti Kasim' to assist investigations into postings which were uploaded in the respective accounts, recently.
Wed Jun 17 2020
MCO: MAF denies assaulting member of the public
The allegation, which went viral on social media, was fake news and those disseminating it could be charged under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988.
Wed Apr 01 2020
Those spreading distorted pictures of national leaders will face legal action
Those who spread distorted pictures of national leaders will face legal action under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Sat Feb 06 2016
NGOs condemn the arrest of media editors, director
NGOs have voiced their grouses over the detainment of five media personnel by police under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act and Section 4 of the Sedition Act
Tue Mar 31 2015
MCMC investigating video ridiculing hudud following complaints
The MCMC is investigating a video clip the contents of which allegedly ridiculed the implementation of hudud laws in Kelantan under Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Sun Mar 22 2015
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024