‘Mentega Terbang’ director, producer granted leave to refer constitutional questions to High Court
The Magistrate's Court granted the leave after determining that the application filed was meritorious.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Mentega Terbang director fails to get leave to appeal, gag order stays
The judge said Mohd Khairianwar Jailani failed to show that magistrate erred in exercising their discretions to impose the gag order on him.
Fri Apr 19 2024
For Malaysian filmmakers, censorship stifles optimism after overseas glory
Under Malaysian law, films intended for public viewing must be approved by the Film Censorship Board.
Sat Feb 10 2024
“Mentega Terbang” director, producer get leave to challenge Home Ministry’s ban on film
Mohd Khairianwar Jailani and Tan Meng Kheng are seeking an order to revoke the ban and declare the Film Censorship Act unconstitutional.
Wed Jan 31 2024
High Court sets aside gag order on 'Mentega Terbang' producer
'Mentega Terbang' film producer Tan Meng Kheng is prohibited from making any statement or comment regarding his ongoing case.
Mon Jan 29 2024
High Court maintains gag order on Mentega Terbang director, scriptwriter
The gag order imposed prohibits Mohd Khairianwar Jailani from making any statement or comment regarding his ongoing case.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Charges against 'Mentega Terbang' cloud Malaysian film industry’s future
Filmmakers of 'Mentega Terbang' were charged under Section 298 of Malaysia's Penal Code, a move that may affect film industry as a whole.
Thu Jan 18 2024
'Mentega Terbang' film director, producer claim trial for allegedly offending religious beliefs of others
'Mentega Terbang' has faced objections from some Muslims in the country who allege that the film contains elements of religious pluralism.
Wed Jan 17 2024
RM3 million for content creators in Sabah, Sarawak to produce award-winning content
The fund is aimed at enhancing talent development, stimulating activities and innovation, and creating job opportunities, Fahmi Fadzil said.
Fri Sep 15 2023
The rising threat of the treacherous triad: Super elites, hardcore racial bigots and extreme religious zealots
Malaysia is facing a triple threat of super elites, hardcore racial bigots and extreme religious zealots and the unprecedented collusion thereof, between the three prime evils.
Fri Mar 17 2023
Police receive reports of threats from Mentega Terbang crew members
Police said one of the crew member's car was splashed with paint and a death threat note was found.
Fri Mar 17 2023
Follow the law, don't resort to violence - Fahmi Fadzil
Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil has reminded the people to abide by the law and not to resort to actions which can damage property or threaten lives.
Thu Mar 16 2023
Cops record statements from producer, six actors over controversial 'Mentega Terbang' movie
The movie has been objected to by Muslims in Malaysia for allegedly containing elements of religious pluralism that can affect their faith.
Wed Mar 15 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