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Fahmi: Under-16 social media curbs about protection, not censorship

Minister says supervised access key to shielding minors from predators and cyberbullying

The State of the Nation: Why the under-16 ban for social media is due, and the parental responsibilities that must accompany it – Zainul...

As social media becomes off-limits for those under 16, the real safeguard lies at home and parents must equip their children with the skills and awareness to survive and thrive in the online world

Confronting cyberbullying with law – Cai Yanling, Li Bingling, Istajib Mokhtar

A spike in cyberbullying cases, including one that ended in tragedy, has sparked urgent calls for stronger legal protections and cultural reform in how Malaysians engage online

Online Safety Act to take effect soon to protect children from online harm: Azalina

Recently gazetted law introduces platform accountability and stronger safeguards against digital threats

Emulate Australia’s move in banning kids from social media, lawyers suggest

Legal experts highlight risks of online harm and negative influence, acknowledge moderate or minimal impact on freedom of speech 
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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

Ex-national basketball player arrested for alleged sexual harassment against students

Cheras top cop confirms source's claims, says 36-year-old suspect also has multiple simillar reports lodged against him before; source questions why MoE allowed him to teach

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

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