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When solidarity becomes spectacle: A note on journalistic decorum – A. Azim Idris

Emotional reporting can signal solidarity—but when it overshadows frontline suffering, it risks turning tragedy into theatre

Malaysia to introduce AI communication guidelines to uphold ethics in digital media

Fahmi Fadzil says upcoming framework will support media, PR professionals in navigating AI-driven communication while ensuring human judgement remains at the core

Khalid Samad agrees to settle defamation suit involving ex-FMT editor

In a joint statement endorsed by the court, Abdar Rahman Koya admitted the report lacked accuracy in both tone and meaning

Is it good journalism to accept AirAsia’s media discount? — Rocky Bru 

As the media debates ethics over AirAsia’s 50% offer to journalists, Rocky Bru reflects on goodwill, integrity, and where the line should be drawn

Media influence should be shaped by ethics, not clicks: CMCF

CEO Mediha Mahmood highlights the value of trust and responsible content over virality which could also help prevent misinformation from being shared

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Duck and cover? FashionValet bought Vivy’s 30 Maple for RM95 mil in 2018

Purchase of Duck's holding company which appears to be owned wholly by Datin Vivy Yusof and husband Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar was made same year GLICs invested RM47 mil

12 hours on the road no guarantee for liveable wages, say several food delivery riders

Long working hours and cut-throat remuneration structure have been a bane for food delivery riders recently with some considering to leave their current service platform for another – or find a new job altogether.

National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports