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
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
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
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
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
University of Nottingham, Astro AWANI to host 'Journalism in the Age of AI Disruption' roundtable
The roundtable aims to provide a platform for journalists, media organisations, academia, civil society and government agencies to deliberate on the implications of AI on journalism and society.
Mon May 06 2024
FEATURE - Afghan women become YouTubers as Taliban restrict work
The Taliban said female YouTubers need to meet criteria for a license, which include a journalism degree and three years' work experience.
Sat Apr 20 2024
Ahmad Rejal left profound impact on journalism in Malaysia - PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today described the deeds and contributions put forth by National Journalism Laureate 2014 Datuk Ahmad Rejal Arbee Mohamed Isa Arbee as profound
Fri Mar 29 2024
New code of ethics in line with needs of world of journalism - Shabery
Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek said this code of ethics requires industry players to conduct their duties in a professional and ethical way.
Tue Mar 05 2024
Move to launch journalism ethics manual timely - Lecturer
The move by the Ministry of Communications to launch a journalism ethics manual is considered relevant and timely taking into account the current trends in the emergence of various media platforms.
Mon Feb 12 2024
15 local journalists exposed to Indonesia's democratic process courtesy of ISWAMI
Fifteen journalists from various news agencies in Malaysia are participating in the ISWAMI Malaysia programme from Feb 12 to 21.
Mon Feb 12 2024
Big tech poses 'existential threat' to UK journalism, survey finds
A poll by the News Media Association found 90% of editors believe Google and Meta pose a threat to the news industry.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Journalism in digital age, attracting advertisement revenue among key topics in HAWANA forum
The Forum will be held on the second of the three-day event which kicks off on May 27.
Fri May 26 2023
Welcome 'Joon' and 'Monica' to Astro AWANI, as the waves of AI have arrived
Joon and Monica are the result of the synergy between two aspects: generative AI technology and professional journalism practices.
Mon May 08 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
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