Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations
The establishment of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) as an independent self-regulatory body involving various industry parties needs to be implemented immediately without further delay.
Sat Nov 02 2024
'Is she Indian or Black?' Trump questions Harris' identity at Black journalists' convention
Donald Trump made a false suggestion about Kamala Harris downplaying her Black heritage in the past.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Morocco releases jailed journalists, pardons 2,476 convicts
The Moroccan constitution gives the right to the king to pardon or commute sentences, a decision usually taken on national days.
Tue Jul 30 2024
The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing
There is growing concern that such regulations could threaten the fundamental democratic values underpinning the nation's governance.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This:MP Pensions (Part 1) - How Many is Too Many?
A new eye-opening investigative report by MalaysiaKini’s Kini News Lab has shed light on the substantial pensions awaiting elected representatives after their tenure. The report highlights how some MPs are eligible for more than one pension due to holding different positions across their careers. Should MPs be entitled to multiple pensions for their various roles that they’ve served? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ooi Choon Nam, Senior Journalist at Malaysiakini, and Aidila Razak, Special Reports Editor at Malaysiakini.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Consider This: Microplastics (Part 2) - The Environmental Cost of Microplastics
A recent study, published in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, found that Malaysia has the highest per capita microplastic consumption amongst 109 countries. Malaysia is also among the top ten countries that inhales the most microplastic particles each day. How are these invisible pollutants entering our lives, and what can be done to stop it from continuing to happen? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to hydro-ecologist Professor Dr Christopher Gibbins, Professor at the School of Environmental and Geographical Sciences at University of Nottingham Malaysia.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Consider This: Microplastics (Part 1) - Malaysia Leads in Microplastic Consumption
A recent study, published in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, found that Malaysia has the highest per capita microplastic consumption amongst 109 countries. Malaysia is also among the top ten countries that inhales the most microplastic particles each day. How are these invisible pollutants entering our lives, and what can be done to stop it from continuing to happen? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr K. Sudesh Kumar, Professor of Applied Microbiology at USM’s School of Biological Sciences.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Journalists from Malaysia, Indonesia to collaborate on comprehensive hajj coverage
The delegation includes nine journalists from Malaysia and 14 from Indonesia, who will join forces to provide the most comprehensive and insightful reporting of the Hajj.
Sat Jun 08 2024
National Journalists’ Day: Leaders appreciate media practitioners’ role
Fahmi Fadzil highlighted the importance of maintaining journalism ethics, which is fundamental to the profession.
Wed May 29 2024
Early education on digital literacy important to produce responsible social media users
Dr Rani Ann Balaraman said early education on digital literacy that emphasises conduct and ethics in the use of social media is important.
Sat May 25 2024
Good news awaits media practitioners at Hawana - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim would announce the good news at the highlight of the three-day celebration on May 27.
Fri May 24 2024
Human touch gives soul to journalists' work, something AI cannot do
AI should not be labelled as only for trivial tasks as it is capable of doing more technological sophistication to produce faster results.
Thu May 23 2024
Hawana 2024: 'Juh Raon' offers participants chance to discover Sarawak iconic spots
Participants of the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2024 event will gain deeper insights into Sarawak's unique culture.
Sat May 11 2024
Astro AWANI launches AI guideline, JIWA, in latest journalism innovation initiative
Astro AWANI successfully launched JIWA: A Guideline for AI Utilisation in Astro AWANI today.
Thu May 09 2024
[COLUMNIST] Kudos to journalists who tell the truth
UNESCO should be congratulated for awarding the Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize for 2024 to Palestinian journalists covering Gaza.
Tue May 07 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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