KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Media Council (MMC) will serve not only as a regulatory body, but also a key support system for local media agency and practitioners to safeguards the industry amidst rapid technological advancements. MMC pro-tem committee chairman Premesh Chandran said industry players should view the Council’s framework as a form of strategic collaboration, rather… Continue reading Media Council not just regulator, but key support for local media

KOTA TINGGI: New laws, such as the Corporate Manslaughter Act adopted in the United Kingdom (UK) and proposed for introduction in Malaysia, would establish broader and proportionate liability to companies, not just individuals, accountable in cases of accidents or management negligence. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman… Continue reading Gerik crash: Not just driver, bus company should also be held responsible – Azalina

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) to officiate the highlight of the National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) 2025 celebration. He arrived at 11.45 am and was welcomed by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and his deputy Teo Nie Ching. Also present were Minister in… Continue reading PM Anwar arrives to officiate HAWANA 2025 celebration

KUALA LUMPUR: Human qualities must remain the central focus in the adaptation and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in newsrooms to ensure that the integrity and core values of journalism are preserved. Astro Awani editor-in-chief Ashwad Ismail said that while AI brings greater convenience and efficiency to newsroom operations, it cannot replace the role of… Continue reading Human qualities remain core of journalism in AI era – media practitioners

KUALA LUMPUR: The enactment of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Act marks a significant milestone in the country’s media landscape, serving to enhance media integrity, said Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) president Datuk Yong Soo Heong. Speaking at the HAWANA 2025 Forum today, Yong said the MMC Bill, passed by Parliament this year, culminated years of… Continue reading HAWANA 2025: MMC act to strengthen media integrity – MPI President

KUALA LUMPUR: A banker from Johor won the RM10.38 million Sports Toto 4D Jackpot 1 of the June 8 draw by combining his identity card number and “God-sent” digits. When collecting his winnings at the STM Lottery head office in the capital, the 49-year-old winner said he went to a temple to make offerings to… Continue reading Banker hits RM10m jackpot with ‘God-sent’ numbers combo

PETALING JAYA: The success of the MyKiosk programme may ultimately hinge on two key factors – strategic location and the willingness of traders to seize opportunities. A check by theSun at the Lake Park Hillpark parking lot in Puncak Alam, where several MyKiosk stalls are located, revealed strong interest from operators, encouraged by the steady… Continue reading Good location vital for success of MyKiosk initiative

PETALING JAYA: The Royal Malaysia Police Cooperative may be given the opportunity to carry out physical development projects under the Home Ministry, subject to its governance performance and compliance with financial procedures. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the proposal was made following a policy announcement by the prime minister, who in principle… Continue reading Police co-op may be granted development projects

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday announced that the government is considering writing off the premises debt of Kolej Unikop, an educational institution linked to the Royal Malaysian Police Cooperative, as part of a broader effort to ease financial burdens faced by public service cooperatives. Speaking at the 90th Annual General Delegates… Continue reading Govt mulls writing off Kolej Unikop debt

KUALA LUMPUR: The proposal to mandate the installation of telematics systems directly connected to driver databases for bus and logistics operators is a proactive measure to enhance public and commercial transport safety in Malaysia, said an automotive and transport engineering expert, Dr Mohd Azman Abas. He said the telematics system enables direct monitoring of speed,… Continue reading Installation of telematics system directly to driver database can enhance public transport safety

IPOH: “Haliza Hashim, TV3…London.” That was the iconic sign off of TV3 news correspondent, Haliza Hashim who was the face connecting Malaysian viewers with major events in Europe for over 30 years. In an era of increasingly advanced technology, this 60-year-old woman takes on the task of a versatile solo journalist who can double as… Continue reading Veteran solo journalist, Haliza Hashim links two continents

GEORGE TOWN: Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) has made history by launching its first-ever international industrial training programme, UniMAP@3i. This innovative initiative provides UniMAP students with the opportunity to undergo industrial training overseas, offering valuable global exposure that will significantly enhance their future career prospects. UniMAP vice-chancellor Datuk Prof Dr Zaliman Sauli said the UniMAP@3i was… Continue reading UniMAP@3i empowers students with global internship opportunities