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
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024