Criminologist says lawsuits against journalists should not automatically be viewed as attempts to silence the media, stressing the need to distinguish intimidation from legitimate legal recourse
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil says the Malaysian Media Council, established under the Media Council Act 2025, will serve as a self-regulatory body to uphold ethical standards and handle public complaints against the media
Despite the unprecedented culling of reporters in occupied Palestine, Israel has lost only 11 spots on RSF’s World Press Freedom Index; China is still considered dangerous; Malaysia is up by only 19 places
Concerns emerge over the use of AI agents linked to an official work email, highlighting the need for stronger oversight, accountability and safeguards