Licensing social media, harsher punishment for cyberbullying the right moves, says Zahid

BAGAN DATUK: The move by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to require all social media and internet messaging services to apply for an Application Service Provider Class Licence under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) is a step in the right direction, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The Deputy Prime...

MCMC investigating two suspects for offensive TikTok comments

PETALING JAYA: Two suspects are under investigation by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for allegedly posting offensive comments on a social media platform. The MCMC said in a statement on Tuesday (July 16) that the two men made offensive and provocative remarks on a replay of a Parliament session on the TikTok platform on...

Stern action against extreme comments on social media, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA: The government will take stern action against those who post offensive, intimidating and outrageous comments on social media and messaging platforms, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking at the ministry's monthly assembly here on Monday (July 15), he revealed that immoral and intimidating statements have been circulated on such platforms, including death threats against Prime...

QuickCheck: Did bare-chested durian sellers stir up an official inquiry?

AS THE durian season arrives, the heat isn't the only thing turning up in Kajang. A trio of shirtless "strongmen" selling the King of Fruits in Kajang has caught the public's attention. With muscles flexed and cleavers in hand, these vendors have stirred more than just social media buzz—they've prompted an official response. But is the Health...

QuickCheck: Were two cops hurt when a car crashed into their vehicle in Selangor?

A VIDEO circulating on social media shows what appears to be police personnel by the roadside with a damaged patrol vehicle in the background. It was said that they were hurt when another vehicle crashed into them at a Shah Alam traffic light junction, and it was also claimed that the crash occurred while their mobile...

Zayn Rayyan’s murder: MCMC submits request to Telegram, Tiktok to remove unverified content

PETALING JAYA: Several social media sites have been identified as spreading alleged leaked investigation information related to the Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin murder case, says the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). In a statement on Saturday (June 15), MCMC said it had submitted requests to social media platform operators, including TikTok and Telegram, to remove...

Zayn Rayyan’s parents told to lodge police report if they feel threatened

BANDAR BAHARU: The family of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin has been advised to lodge a police report if they feel threatened following the dissemination of what is said to be an investigation report on the murder of the autistic child. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (pic) said it is the police's responsibility to ensure...

Zayn Rayyan’s murder: MCMC submits request to Telegram, Tiktok to remove unverified content

PETALING JAYA: Several social media sites have been identified as spreading alleged leaked investigation information related to the Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin murder case, says the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). In a statement on Saturday (June 15), MCMC said it had submitted requests to social media platform operators, including TikTok and Telegram, to remove...

Heartwarming video of woman feeding hospital patient goes viral

JOHOR BARU: A 26-second video clip of a woman feeding a stranger in the next hospital bed has generated and spread feel-good vibes among Malaysians. It was understood that the woman, who was visiting a sick family member at Hospital Sultanah Aminah here, noticed the man struggling with his meal and decided to lend him a...

Don’t fall for investment schemes on social media, says CCID director

KUALA LUMPUR: Most investment schemes advertised on social media are scams and should not be believed, says Comm Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf. The Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) director said regardless of the platform, the schemes advertised are typically scams designed to dupe people. "Don't believe the investment schemes being advertised on social media. ALSO...