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K. Bhagyaraj, the revered Tamil filmmaker and 'Screenplay King' who shaped cinema across South Asia through his distinctive storytelling, has died at 73 following a cardiac episode in Chennai.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep sorrow at the death of Abu Bakar, a revered educator and prominent voice in Malay literary circles whose contributions shaped generations of writers and scholars.
Malaysian actor Hisyam Hamid has rejected rumours circulating on Threads claiming he visited actress Erysha Emyra's home, describing the allegations as baseless and expressing disappointment over their viral spread.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has mourned the death of Professor Emeritus Datuk Abu Bakar Abd Hamid, a towering figure in Malay literature and instrumental in establishing Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
Dr Zubaida Rahman, spouse of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, experienced a leisurely boat tour of Putrajaya's landmarks during the couple's first official visit since his February 2026 election.
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A 24-year-old Penang artist is transforming perceptions of nature through cyanotype, an environmentally-conscious sunlight-based printing technique that highlights weather's influence on creative outcomes.
Jalan Burma in George Town showcases Penang's layered identity: a restored 1926 heritage hotel, Michelin-listed food stalls, and Burmese cultural heritage spanning nearly 5km of walkable history.
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Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has praised the RIUH Pi HAWANA carnival held in Butterworth as a successful platform for showcasing local creative talents and entrepreneurs, calling for continued public support and future iterations.
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Legendary Malaysian band Exists has reflected on how journalists and editors once served as gatekeepers, protecting artistes from unfounded controversies through rigorous fact-checking and editorial standards during the golden age of print media.
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TV3's pantun team successfully defended its championship at the HAWANA-DBP 2026 Pantun Festival, with Bernama finishing runner-up. The prizes were presented by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the event held in Butterworth.
Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman, former RTM director-general with three decades in broadcasting, has been honored with the National Journalists' Day 2026 Award by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his significant media contributions.
The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 concert in Butterworth attracted large audiences across all demographics as popular local bands performed to celebrate National Journalists' Day, despite light rain dampening conditions.
Acclaimed Malaysian musician Datuk M. Nasir is pursuing a RM5 million lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd (Grab Malaysia) over alleged unauthorised commercial use of his name, asserting his fundamental right to control personal identity.
A Malaysian father and daughter share a passion for aviation. After 26 years as an RMAF fighter pilot, Lieutenant-Colonel John Sham Alagarsamy watched his daughter Samantha Laura John graduate as a qualified pilot in 2025, continuing the family's flying legacy.
Penang will host HAWANA 2026, the National Journalists' Day celebration, expected to attract 1,000 media practitioners and 30,000 carnival visitors, generating significant economic benefits for tourism and creative sectors.
The Malaysian Artistes' Association will submit resolutions to the Prime Minister following a Music Practitioners Convention, tackling long-standing industry challenges including royalty systems, artificial intelligence guidelines, and career development pathways.