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The workshop brought together media practitioners from Sinar Daily and members of the UTM community to explore best practices in handling the media with integrity, managing issues and crises, and communicating clearly under pressure.

Malaysia’s reputation as a nation of shopaholics is no longer just a stereotype or a joke among friends. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

The government’s recent proposal to set a minimum age of 16 for social media use has drawn widespread public attention, prompting debate from multiple angles - responsibility, safety, present realities and the future of the younger generation.

Wan Fatin Sufina (left) and Mediha Mahmood

The Ruler urged the government to emulate the move by Denmark, which has introduced educational initiatives that emphasise social and emotional learning as a core component of the national curriculum, most notably through a mandatory weekly class dedicated to developing empathy and respect. - Bernama photo

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Universiti Utara Malaysia School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy criminologist and senior lecturer Dr Zalmizy Hussin

Malaysia’s plan to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026 reflects a broader global trend. Photo: Canva