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Fauwaz (left) and Yusoff. Photo: Bernama and edited via Canva
Fauwaz (left) and Yusoff. Photo: Bernama and edited via Canva
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Punishing children even in consensual underage sex cases deepens their trauma, stigma
SHAH ALAM - Calls to punish complainants and victims of underage sex, even in cases where consent is...
Photo for illustrative purposes only and edited via Canva.
Photo for illustrative purposes only and edited via Canva.
Deep Dive
Open conversations, education seen as key to curbing underage sex in Malaysia
SHAH ALAM - Reducing underage sexual intercourse is a complex challenge that cannot be solved with a...
A recent proposal by Kelantan police to prosecute teenage girls involved in underage consensual sex has sparked debate nationwide, drawing strong criticism from child rights advocates, women’s groups, legal experts and politicians. - 123RF photo
A recent proposal by Kelantan police to prosecute teenage girls involved in underage consensual sex has sparked debate nationwide, drawing strong criticism from child rights advocates, women’s groups, legal experts and politicians. - 123RF photo
National
Underage consensual sex: Should teenage girls be prosecuted too?
SHAH ALAM – A recent proposal by Kelantan police to prosecute teenage girls involved in underage...
Photo: Social media
Photo: Social media
National
Father-daughter pose seen as ‘couple-like’ prompts backlash, concern among netizens
SHAH ALAM – A photo of a father and daughter posing in matching outfits has gone viral, triggering...
When a court sits as a Children’s Court, it is presided over by a Magistrate who is assisted and advised by two panel advisers, one of whom must be a woman. Photo by Bernama
When a court sits as a Children’s Court, it is presided over by a Magistrate who is assisted and advised by two panel advisers, one of whom must be a woman. Photo by Bernama
National
Why children’s cases are heard behind closed doors in Malaysian courts
KUALA LUMPUR - The Child Act 2001 not only protects victims, but covers all children, whether they...
Legal experts are urging parents to take immediate action themselves, using existing laws to protect their children before harm escalates. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Legal experts are urging parents to take immediate action themselves, using existing laws to protect their children before harm escalates. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Features
Dear parents, take bullying seriously: Legal steps you can take immediately
WHEN a child is bullied, every second counts and waiting for authorities can mean waiting too long....
The child, who hadn’t attended school in over two years, was meant to be enrolled using government funding. - 123RF photo for illustration purpose only
The child, who hadn’t attended school in over two years, was meant to be enrolled using government funding. - 123RF photo for illustration purpose only
World
Authorities rescue boy who only barks, found living alone with dogs in Thailand
SHAH ALAM – An eight-year-old boy in northern Thailand was discovered to be unable to speak and...
In this photograph taken on May 4, 2025, motorcyclists ride past a hostel for children of sugarcane workers in Umrad Khalsa village in Beed district of India's state of Maharashtra. - (Photo by INDRANIL MUKHERJEE / AFP)
In this photograph taken on May 4, 2025, motorcyclists ride past a hostel for children of sugarcane workers in Umrad Khalsa village in Beed district of India's state of Maharashtra. - (Photo by INDRANIL MUKHERJEE / AFP)
Culture
Indian activists seek to save child brides
BEED - When wedding season comes in India, the phone of child rights activist Tatwashil Kamble never...
Australia passed a law to ban social media use for under-16s. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Australia passed a law to ban social media use for under-16s. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
World
Social media fuelling 'devastating' kids' mental health crisis - NGO
AMSTERDAM - The "unchecked expansion" of social media platforms is driving an unprecedented global...
Of the cases recorded this year, 113 cases involved girls while 88 involved boys and this breakdown shows a long-standing pattern where girls are more likely to be sexual abuse victims. - 123RF photo
Of the cases recorded this year, 113 cases involved girls while 88 involved boys and this breakdown shows a long-standing pattern where girls are more likely to be sexual abuse victims. - 123RF photo
National
4,080 child abuse cases recorded in Penang since 2010
GEORGE TOWN - A total of 4,080 child abuse cases have been recorded by the Penang Social Welfare...
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Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin resumed his role as Opposition Leader on June 18. Photo by Bernama
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin resumed his role as Opposition Leader on June 18. Photo by Bernama
Speaker confirms Hamzah's return as Opposition Leader
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia has granted royal assent to eight bills passed during the First Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament, which was held from Jan 19 to March 3. BERNAMA FILE PIX
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia has granted royal assent to eight bills passed during the First Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament, which was held from Jan 19 to March 3. BERNAMA FILE PIX
King grants royal assent to eight bills
Tunku Ismail criticised certain politicians for cultivating a popular image on social media to gain public support. Photo: HRH Crown Prince of Johor's Facebook account
Tunku Ismail criticised certain politicians for cultivating a popular image on social media to gain public support. Photo: HRH Crown Prince of Johor's Facebook account
TMJ takes swipe at 'Hollywood' politicians, says the biggest one is in Muar
The despicable act of a father who used his own daughter to satisfy his lust since the victim was six years old has finally come to light after the man was arrested by police on Saturday. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
The despicable act of a father who used his own daughter to satisfy his lust since the victim was six years old has finally come to light after the man was arrested by police on Saturday. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
Father suspected of raping daughter since age six arrested
Two rooms at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Parit Serong in Tanjung Karang, near Kuala Selangor, were damaged in a fire shortly after midnight today, but no casualties were reported.
Two rooms at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Parit Serong in Tanjung Karang, near Kuala Selangor, were damaged in a fire shortly after midnight today, but no casualties were reported.
Two rooms at SK Parit Serong damaged in fire
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Rohingya activist draws backlash after Australia speech criticising Malaysia
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
Mama made it: When a manuscript comes home
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Return to 300-litre Budi Madani quota hinges on economic recovery
Muhammad Kamil (second from right) presents a token of appreciation to a recipient during the Appreciation Ceremony for Government Agencies and the Tun Perak Secondary School community in Padang Rengas.
Muhammad Kamil (second from right) presents a token of appreciation to a recipient during the Appreciation Ceremony for Government Agencies and the Tun Perak Secondary School community in Padang Rengas.
Pas trying to consolidate grip on Perikatan Nasional, says Tun Faisal
Bersatu information chief Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Azizhas accused Pas of attempting to consolidate its grip on Perikatan Nasional (PN) by increasing its representation in the coalition's top decision-making body while reducing Bersatu's influence. FILE PIX
Bersatu information chief Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Azizhas accused Pas of attempting to consolidate its grip on Perikatan Nasional (PN) by increasing its representation in the coalition's top decision-making body while reducing Bersatu's influence. FILE PIX
Bersatu on the brink of collapse as Muhyiddin fails to manage Pas conflict, says Wan Ahmad Fayhsal
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
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