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The government is reportedly targeting all social media platforms to implement digital user identity verification (eKYC) by the end of the second quarter of 2026 to enforce the minimum age requirement for account registration. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
The government is reportedly targeting all social media platforms to implement digital user identity verification (eKYC) by the end of the second quarter of 2026 to enforce the minimum age requirement for account registration. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
National
Enforcement of age limit for social media use to take effect as early as July - Teo
KULAI - The implementation of a minimum age limit of 16 for social media use, aimed at protecting...
A teenager holds a mobile phone displaying a message from social media platform Instagram after the account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. (Photo by AFP)
A teenager holds a mobile phone displaying a message from social media platform Instagram after the account was locked for age verification in Sydney on December 9, 2025. (Photo by AFP)
World
UK, France mull social media bans for youth as debate rages
PARIS, France - Countries including France and Britain are considering following Australia's...
Recent studies show that nine in ten children now have social media accounts and average a staggering eight hours a day on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Recent studies show that nine in ten children now have social media accounts and average a staggering eight hours a day on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
National
Laws cannot curb social media addiction without parental example - Experts
KUALA LUMPUR - A spike in concerning social incidents involving school students last year has...
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.
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.
National
Social media at 16: Protection or digital necessity?
KUALA LUMPUR - In today’s borderless digital age, social media platforms such as TikTok, X,...
Today’s content exposure landscape has undergone a fundamental shift, making regulatory efforts increasingly challenging in a borderless digital era.
Today’s content exposure landscape has undergone a fundamental shift, making regulatory efforts increasingly challenging in a borderless digital era.
National
Digital content landscape shifts rapidly, making regulation increasingly difficult
SHAH ALAM – Today’s content exposure landscape has undergone a fundamental shift, making...
Concerns over foreign digital content on streaming platforms containing LGBTQ and other deviant elements have raised alarms about their potential impact on children and adolescents, particularly those still in the process of forming their personal identity.
Concerns over foreign digital content on streaming platforms containing LGBTQ and other deviant elements have raised alarms about their potential impact on children and adolescents, particularly those still in the process of forming their personal identity.
National
Unfiltered streaming content may trigger identity confusion among children
SHAH ALAM – Concerns over foreign digital content on streaming platforms containing LGBTQ and...
Universiti Utara Malaysia School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy criminologist and senior lecturer Dr Zalmizy Hussin
Universiti Utara Malaysia School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy criminologist and senior lecturer Dr Zalmizy Hussin
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Malaysia’s Digital Paradox: Ban the apps or build the skills?
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Reddit says it disagrees with Australia's under-16 social media ban. - David GRAY/AFP/File
Reddit says it disagrees with Australia's under-16 social media ban. - David GRAY/AFP/File
World
Reddit says Australia's under-16 social media ban 'legally erroneous'
SYDNEY - Australia's world-first legislation comes into effect Dec 10, curbing the globe's...
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri speaks during the Third Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament at the Dewan Rakyat in Parliament House on Nov 11, 2025. (BERNAMA PHOTO)
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri speaks during the Third Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament at the Dewan Rakyat in Parliament House on Nov 11, 2025. (BERNAMA PHOTO)
National
16,951 teens recorded pregnant out of wedlock over 4 years – Nancy
KUALA LUMPUR - A total of 16,951 unmarried teenagers aged 19 and below were recorded as pregnant at...
Parents often dismiss early signs of unhealthy weight gain, assuming that their child will grow out of it. Photo illustrated via Canva
Parents often dismiss early signs of unhealthy weight gain, assuming that their child will grow out of it. Photo illustrated via Canva
HEALTH
Teen obesity on the rise: 'It's no longer cute, it's a health crisis,' warns expert
SHAH ALAM – Malaysian teenagers are becoming increasingly obese and experts warn that what once...
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Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Five hectares of forest at Penang Botanical Gardens ablaze
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Screening of high-risk travellers a proactive measure to prevent Nipah - Dzulkefly
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Three children drown in sewage pond near Sibu Jaya Flats
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
12 Selangor FC supporters charged with drug possession, tested positive for drugs
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, the only pardoned prisoner the Sultan met in person
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Restaurant allegedly washed leftover food before reselling
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
Girl injured in alleged attack, attempted abduction while walking to Rawang night market
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
SK Labu Besar student reports bullying case to Home Minister, Kedah police chief
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
Zahid seeks to be freed of all 47 charges linked to Yayasan Akalbudi
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Ex-defence intelligence DG charged with accepting US$20,000 bribe, flight tickets
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
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