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K. Bhagyaraj, the celebrated Tamil actor-director and screenwriter known as the 'Screenplay King', has died at 73 after suffering a heart attack in Chennai. His five-decade career shaped modern Tamil cinema.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Abu Bakar, a revered Malay literary scholar and his former lecturer, highlighting the intellectual's significant contributions to Malaysian letters.
Malaysian actor Hisyam Hamid has firmly rejected gossip circulating on social media alleging he visited co-star Erysha Emyra's home, dismissing the rumours as entirely unfounded and expressing dismay at their rapid viral spread.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed profound grief over the passing of Professor Emeritus Datuk Abu Bakar Abd Hamid, a towering figure in Malay literature and higher education who died on June 21.
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Dr Zubaida Rahman, wife of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, enjoyed a Putrajaya Lake Cruise showcasing Malaysia's administrative capital's iconic landmarks during an official two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties.
A Penang-based cyanotype artist is using UV-sensitive printing to explore humanity's connection with nature, hoping to elevate art's role in society and environmental awareness among young people.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has praised the response to the RIUH Pi HAWANA carnival in Butterworth, calling it an effective platform for showcasing local creative talent and entrepreneurship during National Journalists' Day celebrations.
Legendary band Exists has reflected on how journalists and editors once played a crucial protective role for entertainers, contrasting the fact-checked print era with today's unmoderated social media landscape.
Jalan Burma in George Town blends Penang's colonial past with its world-renowned food scene. The newly renovated 1926 heritage hotel sits steps from Michelin-listed hawker stalls, offering visitors an authentic taste of the city's layered history and culinary fame.
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TV3's pantun ensemble has successfully defended its championship title at the HAWANA-DBP 2026 Pantun Festival, with Bernama finishing second. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presented the awards at the national journalists' day celebration in Butterworth.
Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman, former Broadcasting Malaysia director-general, received the HAWANA 2026 Award recognising his three decades of contributions to Malaysia's media sector. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim presented the honour at the National Journalists' Day ceremony in Butterworth.
The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 concert in Butterworth attracted diverse audiences for its opening night, featuring indie and popular bands amid festivities marking National Journalists' Day celebrations.
Renowned Malaysian composer Datuk M. Nasir has filed a RM5 million lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd, the operator of Grab Malaysia, alleging the ride-hailing company unauthorisedly used his name to promote a beverage product without consent.
Penang will host the prestigious HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration in June, anticipated to generate significant economic benefits through increased tourism, media coverage, and creative sector growth across the state.
A three-day music and arts carnival in Penang will showcase local acts including headliners Exists, Bunkface and Masdo, coinciding with the HAWANA 2026 media practitioners' summit.
Malaysia's Karyawan is drafting resolutions for the Prime Minister based on a music practitioners convention, addressing long-standing industry concerns including royalty disparities, AI integration, and career development pathways.