Freedom of Information Act: Right of the public to seek, receive, give information
The government's primary goal is to provide the public with open, transparent, and authentic information, says Datuk Seri Azalina Othman.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Govt to study parameters before enacting freedom of information legislation
The government is currently studying the parameters involved in enacting a Freedom of Information legislation for Malaysia.
Fri Dec 10 2021
BBC says it will hold 'robust' inquiry into Princess Diana interview
Charles Spencer said forged documents and "other deceit" led him to introduce journalist Martin Bashir to Diana.
Tue Nov 10 2020
Need for freedom of information law alongside OSA - Suhakam
Tan Sri Razali Ismail said both laws would be able to act as checks and balances between the government and society and also in ensuring that transparency and national security were jointly protected.
Fri Aug 04 2017
Information freedom in Malaysia: Why we must empower the media and whistleblowers
In the current state, can the media in Malaysia be recognised as the fourth estate? And does the Whistleblowers Protection Act 2010 (WPA) provide adequate protection?
Wed Oct 26 2016
Cristiano Ronaldo faces controversy after throwing journalist's microphone into lake
The Portuguese footballer's attitude could be considered a crime against the freedom of information.
Fri Jun 24 2016
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