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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has conveyed condolences to the family of Datuk Jailani Harun, a veteran journalist and former media officer at the UMNO President's Office, who passed away at age 66.
A US federal judge has ordered Paramount Skydance to pause its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery through August 3, siding with a coalition of states concerned about media market competition.
Penang has been selected to host the 2026 National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) celebrations, drawing approximately 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and the ASEAN region. The event, themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', recognises the contributions of journalists and media professionals.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Penang following his official visit to Turkmenistan, where he will participate in the National Journalists' Day 2026 grand finale and oversee several investment-focused initiatives.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib hosted a dinner recognising Malaysian and ASEAN media practitioners ahead of the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day main event, attended by nearly 350 guests including government officials and media leaders.