MCMC removes over 130,000 scam content items as of September 30

MCMC removes over 130,000 scam content items as of September 30

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has submitted nearly 140,000 requests to service providers for the removal of scam-related content. A total of 133,348 scam content items were successfully removed between January 1, 2022, and September 30, 2025, representing a 95% success rate. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil also revealed that 50,160 requests were made to remove cyberbullying content during the same period. He stated that 38,470 pieces of cyberbullying content were successfully taken down, achieving a 77% removal rate. “These takedown actions are based on public complaints and each platform’s community guidelines, in line with local laws,” he said during Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat. Fahmi was responding to a query from Azahari Hasan regarding measures to address scammers and online bullying, which cause financial losses and affect mental wellbeing. He explained that MCMC has enforced licensing requirements for internet messaging and social media service providers starting January this year. Eligible providers must now apply for the Application Service Provider (Class) License under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. “This step ensures all service providers bear responsibility in managing their operations in Malaysia, including tackling harmful content like scams and bullying,” he said. Fahmi added that MCMC introduced the Code of Practice for Internet Messaging and Social Media Service Providers on December 20 last year. This code outlines providers’ responsibilities in protecting users from harmful online content. To further strengthen Malaysia’s digital safety framework, the Online Safety Act 2025 was enacted to regulate harmful online content. The act establishes clear obligations for app providers, content providers, and network service providers. “MCMC is currently developing subsidiary instruments under Act 866, with a focus on online risk management and other related issues,” he said. As part of its digital safety efforts, the ministry has also expanded the Safe Internet Campaign to promote awareness of cyber scams. – Bernama

Pelajar kelas peralihan didakwa bawa senjata ke dalam kelas

Pelajar kelas peralihan didakwa bawa senjata ke dalam kelas

KUALA LUMPUR – Suspek kes bunuh seorang pelajar perempuan berusia 16 tahun didakwa masuk ke sebuah kelas sambil memegang senjata tajam dengan kesan seperti darah pada baju selepas kejadian di sebuah sekolah menengah di Bandar Utama, di sini hari ini. Seorang pelajar tingkatan satu yang enggan dikenali berkata, bagaimanapun suspek tidak mencederakan pelajar lain di ... Read more The post Pelajar kelas peralihan didakwa bawa senjata ke dalam kelas appeared first on Kosmo Digital .

Pelan damai Gaza perlu jadi perintis negara Palestin merdeka

Pelan damai Gaza perlu jadi perintis negara Palestin merdeka

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia mahu pelan damai yang sedang berlangsung di Gaza menjadi gencatan senjata kekal sekali gus merintis pembentukan negara Palestin merdeka. Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata, Malaysia mengalu-alukan inisiatif Presiden Amerika Syarikat (AS), Donald Trump yang mengusahakan pelan damai itu namun melihatnya sebagai gencatan senjata yang rapuh. “Kami memantau dari semasa ke ... Read more The post Pelan damai Gaza perlu jadi perintis negara Palestin merdeka appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

Applications open for January 2026 intake at public TVET institutions

Applications open for January 2026 intake at public TVET institutions

KUALA LUMPUR: Applications for enrolment into public Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions for the January 2026 academic session are now being accepted. The National TVET Council secretariat announced that the application period will remain open until November 16. Prospective students can submit their applications through the UP_TVET Perdana system at the official website https://mohon.tvet.gov.my/main/perdana. A total of 94 public TVET institutions under three key ministries are participating in this intake. These institutions are offering 460 different courses at certificate, diploma and degree levels. Notable participating institutions include Universiti Kuala Lumpur and the German-Malaysian Institute. Other institutions involved are MARA Skills Institutes and the Japan-Malaysia Technical Institute. The application opportunity is extended to school leavers, youth and any individuals seeking to build careers through TVET education. Eligible candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for the wide range of courses available. For the previous July 2025 session, the UP_TVET Perdana system received an overwhelming 182,162 applications from 42,365 individual applicants. From that pool, a total of 23,038 successful candidates were offered places to pursue full-time studies. Any enquiries regarding the application process can be directed to the provided email address up_tvet@mohr.gov.my. Applicants can also contact the helpline numbers 019-2318243, 019-2318264 or 019-2318291 for further assistance. – Bernama

Sivasangari ke separuh akhir Terbuka Silicon Valley

Sivasangari ke separuh akhir Terbuka Silicon Valley

PETALING JAYA: Pemain skuasy No. 8 dunia, S. Sivasangari menewaskan wakil tuan rumah, Amanda Sobhy pada suku akhir Terbuka Silicon Valley 2025 di Redwood City, California, Amerika Syarikat (AS), hari ini. Pemain kelahiran Sungai Petani, Kedah itu mengambil masa selama 48 minit untuk mengetepikan Sobhy yang menghuni ranking No. 9 dunia 12-10, 12-10, 8-11, 11-6. ... Read more The post Sivasangari ke separuh akhir Terbuka Silicon Valley appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

Program Menjelang Deepavali Perkukuh Perpaduan Kaum Di Jeram Padang

Program Menjelang Deepavali Perkukuh Perpaduan Kaum Di Jeram Padang

JEMPOL, 14 Okt — Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) Jeram Padang, Datuk Mohd Zaidy Abdul Kadir menegaskan bahawa sambutan perayaan seperti Deepavali bukan sekadar acara tahunan, tetapi menjadi medium penting dalam memperkukuh hubungan harmoni dan semangat muhibah antara rakyat pelbagai kaum. Beliau berkata demikian selepas menghadiri Majlis Penyampaian Sumbangan Perayaan Deepavali DUN Jeram Padang 2025 yang diadakan di Dewan Terbuka [...]

'Pemecatan dirancang kumpulan dalam parti' - Mohd Isa

'Pemecatan dirancang kumpulan dalam parti' - Mohd Isa

SHAH ALAM - Bekas Ketua Bersatu Bahagian Ampang, Mohd Isa Mohd Saidi mendakwa pemecatannya daripada parti itu merupakan sebahagian daripada perancangan terancang kumpulan tertentu untuk menyingkirkan pemimpin yang tidak sehaluan.Menurutnya, keputusan yang dibuat oleh Lembaga Disiplin Bersatu didakwa berat sebelah dan dikawal oleh kumpulan diketuai seorang pemimpin kanan parti."Pemecatan saya memang sudah dijangka kerana kebanyakan ahli dalam lembaga itu terdiri daripada kumpulan terbabit dan kita sudah tahu apa keputusannya," katanya ketika dihubungi pada Selasa.Beliau mendakwa tindakan terhadapnya bukan berpunca daripada salah laku, sebaliknya disebabkan perbezaan pandangan dalam urusan parti di peringkat bahagian."Ini semua perancangan untuk menyingkirkan orang yang tidak sebulu dengan mereka, tapi saya terima dengan hati terbuka," katanya.Mengulas lanjut, Mohd Isa berkata, beliau akan menunggu keputusan Lembaga Rayuan sebelum menentukan langkah seterusnya sama ada mahu merayu atau terus bergerak sebagai penyokong parti dari luar."Kita tunggu keputusan rayuan dan kalau perlu, kita akan merayu. Jika tidak, kita teruskan perjuangan dari luar," ujarnya.Mohd Isa menjelaskan bahawa meskipun telah dipecat, beliau kekal menyokong perjuangan Bersatu melalui platform Sukarelawan Bersatu, sebuah inisiatif sukarela tanpa kepentingan jawatan."Saya masih bantu Bersatu sebab bos kita, Timbalan Presiden Bersatu, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin ada di situ kerana beliau pemimpin yang diterima semua ketua bahagian, kecuali mereka yang berebut jawatan," katanya.Terdahulu, Bersatu telah memecat keahlian Mohd Isa bersama empat lagi ahli termasuk Ahli Majlis Pimpinan Tertinggi, Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan.Turut dipecat ialah Mohd Azrudin Md Idris, Mohd Faizal Asmar dan Mohd Fahdli Ismail.Dalam tindakan berasingan, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal digantung hak keahlian bagi tempoh satu penggal di bawah Fasal 22.5 Perlembagaan Bersatu.

Kemudahan permohonan kuota pekerja asing diberi mengikut kes

Kemudahan permohonan kuota pekerja asing diberi mengikut kes

PUTRAJAYA: Kerajaan bersetuju memberikan kemudahan permohonan kuota pekerja asing secara mengikut kes kepada tiga sektor iaitu perladangan, pertanian selain perlombongan dan pengkuarian bagi memenuhi keperluan tenaga kerja dalam sektor kritikal. Kemudahan itu turut ditawarkan pada 10 subsektor iaitu kawalan keselamatan, barang logam dan lusuh; pembersihan dan pencucian bangunan, borong runcit, dobi, restoran, gudang darat, kargo, ... Read more The post Kemudahan permohonan kuota pekerja asing diberi mengikut kes appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

36 influenza clusters recorded in Penang - Chow

36 influenza clusters recorded in Penang - Chow

GEORGE TOWN: A total of 36 influenza clusters have been reported in Penang as of the 41st epidemiological week (ME 41), involving educational institutions such as kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, as well as institutions of higher learning (IPTs). Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said, however, that no deaths or new virus mutations have been detected, and all identified clusters are currently under control. “Based on the report from the State Health Department, a total of nine influenza clusters were recorded between ME 1 and ME 39. For ME 40, from Sept 28 to Oct 4, 10 clusters involving 418 cumulative cases were reported. “For ME 41, covering the period from Oct 5 to Oct 11, 17 clusters were recorded, bringing the total number of clusters reported since the beginning of the year to 36,” he told reporters after officiating the State Disaster Command Centre at Komtar here today. Also present was the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) deputy director-general (Post-Disaster Division) Hussain Moh. Meanwhile, in SELANGOR, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the latest developments and measures to curb the spread of influenza will be discussed in detail at the State Executive Council (MMKN) meeting this Friday. He said the meeting will also review the latest situation report from the Selangor Health Department and deliberate on the possible procurement of influenza vaccines. “Under the Selangor Sihat initiative, we already have allocations that can be utilised for the purchase of vaccines, including for influenza. “We will discuss this in the MMKN meeting to determine whether additional support is required, either through existing funds or the allocation of new resources for the programme,” he said. Amirudin said this to reporters after officiating the two-day Shah Alam Urban Forum 2025 at the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) Convention Centre here today. Yesterday, Education director-general Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad said that 6,000 school students nationwide have so far been infected with influenza, leading to several schools being temporarily closed on the advice of their respective district health offices. He said the closures were carried out in accordance with procedures and guidelines set by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to safeguard the wellbeing of students, teachers, and school staff. Last Thursday, the MOH announced that 97 clusters of influenza A and B infections were reported in ME 40, compared to only 14 clusters the previous week, with the majority involving educational institutions. According to the MOH, all states recorded an increase, with the highest numbers reported in Selangor (43 clusters), followed by Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya (15), Penang (10), Johor (9) and Kedah (5). Most cases, it added, involved mild symptoms. - Bernama

Selangor pertimbang guna dana negeri beli vaksin influenza

Selangor pertimbang guna dana negeri beli vaksin influenza

SHAH ALAM – Kerajaan Selangor akan meneliti semula keperluan menyalurkan dana khas bagi memperluas pemberian vaksin influenza berikutan peningkatan kes jangkitan terutama dalam kalangan pelajar sekolah sejak kebelakangan ini. Selangor sebelum ini melaksanakan pemberian vaksin influenza secara percuma yang bermula Februari lalu kepada kumpulan berisiko khususnya warga emas dengan satu atau lebih penyakit kronik. Menteri ... Read more The post Selangor pertimbang guna dana negeri beli vaksin influenza appeared first on Kosmo Digital .