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Ex-MIC man Awtar Singh apologises to MCMC chief over baseless scammer claims

Former MIC politician Awtar Singh has publicly apologised to Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission chairman Tan Sri Mohamad Salim Fateh Din, admitting his allegations of inaction against scammers were baseless and unfair

Phone scams cost Malaysians over RM600 mil in 4 years, cops warn of rising parcel fraud

Commissioner Gilbert urges public to stay alert, verify suspicious calls and avoid panic payments as authorities ramp up efforts with MCMC and courier firms to dismantle scam syndicates

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Smoking to cost more: BAT Malaysia lights up price tags with new cigarette rates

Cigarette prices for top brands will rise between RM12.40 and RM18.40 per pack starting November 21, 2025

Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

AFC to name 2031 and 2035 Asian Cup hosts in joint announcement

Record number of bids for 2031 edition prompts AFC to consider back-to-back host decisions at upcoming congress