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
Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF
Traditional forms of political interference are also gaining ground in many countries, RSF said.
Sat May 06 2023
Finnish newspaper hides news for Russians in video game
While several foreign independent media are banned in Russia, online games are not.
Thu May 04 2023
Press Freedom: Can we go any higher?
Malaysia ranked 73rd in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders, but laws restricting the media continue to persist.
Wed May 03 2023
World Press Freedom Day: Journalism under digital siege
Media practitioners need to adapt to changes led on by demands of internet revolution in the era of digitalisation.
Thu May 05 2022
Twitter's latest mission? Drumming up followers for local journalists
Twitter says, the goal is to spotlight these reporters' work and increase their audience.
Tue May 04 2021
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
Press freedom should be in line with principles of truth, justice - Saifuddin Abdullah
The government is committed to upholding the freedom of the press, while keeping it in line with the principles of truth and justice.
Sun May 03 2020
Stop the media clampdown and repeal oppressive laws
The Institute of Journalists Malaysia calls for an end to any and all intimidation of the press by the authorities.
Tue May 03 2016
Reality in the eye of the reporter
Meek some may be on the inside, once the shackles are broken, watch out for the book.
Tue May 03 2016
Malaysia, journalism and Star Wars
Social observer Hafidz Baharom pens a belated thought on World Press Freedom Day.
Fri May 08 2015
Honour journos who risk their lives while on duty
Based on statistics since 1992 till now, 1,052 journalists had been killed in the line of duty across the globe.
Sat May 03 2014
Defend free media as a fundamental right -- Ban Ki-moon
United Nations Secretary-General's Message for World Press Freedom Day 2014.
Sat May 03 2014
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
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