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K. Bhagyaraj, the revered Tamil filmmaker and actor dubbed the 'Screenplay King', has died at 73 following a cardiac episode in Chennai. His five-decade career shaped modern Tamil cinema through influential screenplays and directorial works.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep sorrow at the death of Abu Bakar, a revered Malay literary scholar and former university lecturer whose contributions shaped the region's literary landscape.
Actor Hisyam Hamid has rejected unfounded claims that he visited actress Erysha Emyra's residence, expressing frustration over the rumour that circulated on social media.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has mourned the death of Professor Emeritus Datuk Abu Bakar Abd Hamid, a towering figure in Malay literary studies who shaped Malaysia's higher education landscape.
The wife of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman toured Putrajaya's landmarks aboard a scenic lake cruise, part of a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening Malaysia-Bangladesh ties.
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A 24-year-old Penang artist is using the ancient cyanotype technique—which harnesses sunlight to create photographic prints—to build greater environmental awareness among Malaysian audiences.
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Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has praised the RIUH Pi HAWANA carnival in Butterworth as a successful showcase of local creative talent and entrepreneurship, urging expanded attendance and annual integration with National Journalists' Day celebrations.
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Legendary Malaysian band Exists reflects on how journalists and editors once protected entertainers through careful fact-checking, contrasting that era with today's rapid social media landscape where unverified content spreads instantly.
Jalan Burma in George Town connects Penang's colonial past with its modern culinary fame, stretching nearly 5km from the UNESCO heritage zone through historic Burmese cultural sites to the upscale Pulau Tikus neighbourhood.
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TV3 has successfully retained its pantun championship title at the HAWANA-DBP 2026 Festival, defeating the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) in the annual competition held during National Journalists' Day celebrations in Butterworth.
Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman, former Broadcasting Malaysia director-general, has been recognised with the 2026 National Journalists' Day Award for his three-decade career spanning broadcasting and journalism.
A three-day music carnival celebrating National Journalists' Day opened in Butterworth with strong attendance, featuring indie and established bands alongside family-friendly activities and local vendors.
Legendary Malaysian musician Datuk M. Nasir has filed a RM5 million lawsuit against MyTeksi (Grab Malaysia), claiming the ride-hailing company used his name without authorisation to market a beverage product, asserting it is his fundamental right to control his identity.
Samantha Laura John, 26, has become a qualified pilot, continuing the aviation legacy of her father, retired Royal Malaysian Air Force fighter pilot Lieutenant-Colonel John Sham Alagarsamy. Her journey reflects how family influence shapes career aspirations.
Penang will host the inaugural National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 celebration, attracting thousands of media professionals and visitors. The event is projected to significantly strengthen the state's tourism sector and creative economy through high-profile exposure across Malaysia and ASEAN.
A three-day music and cultural carnival kicks off in Penang this weekend, bringing together established acts and emerging local talent alongside workshops celebrating the region's heritage.
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Malaysia's Artistes' Association will draft resolutions for the Prime Minister following a music practitioners convention, addressing concerns over royalties, AI usage, and career pathways in the local music industry.