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[COLUMNIST] Kudos to journalists who tell the truth

[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
World Press Freedom Day 2024: Change needs to happen now before we drop further in RSF ranking

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
Govt has no intention of curbing press freedom - Fahmi

Govt has no intention of curbing press freedom - Fahmi

Fahmi Fadzil said freedom of the press is one of the core principles that we do not only need to support but also further enhance.
Tue Mar 12 2024
India journalists seek top court's protection after police raids

India journalists seek top court's protection after police raids

Eighteen media organisations in a joint letter asked the judiciary to intervene to defend press freedom.
Thu Oct 05 2023
HAWANA: Foreign journalists laud Malaysia's improved press freedom index

HAWANA: Foreign journalists laud Malaysia's improved press freedom index

aAid the rapidly evolving media landscape, a new benchmark indicates the improvement of press freedom in the country.
Fri May 26 2023
Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF

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

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?

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
Malaysia ranked 73rd in World Press Freedom Index 2023 - RSF

Malaysia ranked 73rd in World Press Freedom Index 2023 - RSF

Malaysia has jumped 40 places with 62.83 points compared with the previous year when it was placed at 113 with 51.55 points.
Wed May 03 2023
Elon Musk restores Twitter accounts of journalists but concerns persist

Elon Musk restores Twitter accounts of journalists but concerns persist

The reinstatements came after the unprecedented suspensions evoked stinging criticism with some saying it was jeopardizing press freedom.
Sun Dec 18 2022
Press freedom is vital for a vibrant and functioning economy - Johan Jaaffar

Press freedom is vital for a vibrant and functioning economy - Johan Jaaffar

Malaysia need a free press more so now than ever before.
Sun Dec 11 2022
I will ensure gov't respects press freedom - Teo Nie Ching

I will ensure gov't respects press freedom - Teo Nie Ching

Deputy Communications and Digital Minister Teo Nie Ching will ensure the government will respect press freedom and recognise the important role played by media practitioners in the country.
Sat Dec 10 2022
Anwar expresses concern attempts to intimidate, interfere with press freedom

Anwar expresses concern attempts to intimidate, interfere with press freedom

Anwar says he is very concerned by attempts to intimidate journalists and to interfere in the operation of the free press in Malaysia.
Fri Sep 16 2022
Government guarantees freedom of press - PM

Government guarantees freedom of press - PM

Ismail Sabri said media practitioners in the country are free to report any news but the reports should be based on accurate facts.
Wed Sep 07 2022
No absolute press freedom but journalists, media organisations should push the envelope

No absolute press freedom but journalists, media organisations should push the envelope

There is no such thing as absolute press freedom but journalists or media organisations should always attempt to push the envelope.
Wed May 25 2022
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request

Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request

It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers

DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers

Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup

National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup

The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu

G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu

The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend

Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend

A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024