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When does a lawsuit on journalists become a ‘SLAPP’? – Kassim Noor Mohamed

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

A defamation suit is not necessarily an attack on press freedom, on the contrary… – Rocky Bru

Court battles give reporters the opportunity to defend the truth, fairness and public interest behind their work

Australia pushes Big Tech to fund local journalism

Proposed levy would see tech giants pay 2.25% of Australian revenue unless they strike deals with media outlets

Media Council to enforce ethics and accountability in journalism – Fahmi

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

How many more journalists must die, RSF? — Rocky Bru

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

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Exploring Perak’s ancient limestone formations: Gua Tempurung 

Brown signboards marking sites of cultural interest and recreation along the North South Highway and federal roads often inject some excitement at the possibility of making new discoveries, but many miss out on delving into an actual adventure due to other distractions.

Malaysia must remain firm against Jho Low’s US pardon bid: Gobind

DAP chairman emphasises that all individuals linked to the 1MDB scandal must be held accountable without exception

Ahli PKR keluar parti kecewa tak dapat jawatan: Fuziah

Pada 28 Jun lepas, bekas Naib Pengerusi Majlis Pimpinan PKR Negeri Johor M. Murugan mengumumkan pihaknya bersama kira-kira 200 penyokong keluar parti dan menyertai MIC Bahagian Iskandar Puteri