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The Sun
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
National Month 2025 kicks off in Johor with vibrant celebrations
MUAR: The National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang Campaign 2025 will officially begin at Dataran Tanjung Emas on July 27, with a series of engaging activities for the public. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event, which aligns with the theme 'Malaysia MADANI: Rakyat Disantuni.' Communications Ministry Secretary-General Datuk Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa highlighted the Karnival Kita MADANI, running from July 25 to 27, as a key attraction. The carnival will feature government service booths, including mobile units from agencies like the National Registration Department and Road Transport Department. 'This carnival is similar to a mini MADANI Rakyat Programme. We will set up booths showcasing government initiatives and mobile services,' said Mohamad Fauzi during an appearance on RTM's Selamat Pagi Malaysia. Other highlights include the Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang Convoy, involving 93 vehicles, and the Merdeka 6.8KM Fun Run & Walk, commemorating 68 years of independence. The first 1,000 registrants for the run will receive free T-shirts, with medals and lucky draw prizes for finishers. A fleet of 56 watercraft will also sail along the Muar River, adding to the festive atmosphere. Mohamad Fauzi extended an open invitation to all Malaysians and thanked the Johor state government for its support. For more details, visit or follow Merdeka360 on social media. - Bernama
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Rear seatbelt use in Malaysia drops from 20pct to 2pct in 16 years
KUALA LUMPUR: The rate of car rear seat belt use has plummeted to a mere two per cent from the 20 per cent recorded in 2009, when the regulation came into force. The finding was made by Universiti Putra Malaysia's Associate Professor Dr Law Teik Hua in a recent survey. Law, the head of UPM's Road Safety Research Centre, said the drop was believed to stem from public attitudes and weak enforcement. "Many rear passengers assume the front seats will shield them in the event of an accident. But the reality is quite the opposite. "During a crash, passengers in the back may tumble or be thrown about and anything can happen. "While the public often expresses grief when seeing accidents, deaths or injuries, the sentiment typically fades within five minutes, causing people to overlook the importance of wearing seatbelts," he said. He was speaking during an interview on the "Selamat Pagi Malaysia" programme aired on Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) today. Rear seat belt regulations were enforced on Jan 1, 2009, under the Motor Vehicles (Seat Belt) (Amendment) Rules 2008. Those who fail to wear front or rear seat belts can be fined up to RM2,000 or jailed for up to six months upon first conviction. Repeat offenders face a maximum RM4,000 fine, a jail term of up to 12 months, or both. Law said using a seat belt could prevent drivers and passengers from being hurled out of the vehicle during a crash and improve survival rates by three to five times. "There have been many cases where children in the rear seats, who were not wearing seatbelts, died after colliding with their parents sitting in front. "If you're not buckled up and a crash occurs, even if you're not thrown out of the vehicle, you'll likely collide with other passengers in the front or back. "For example, if the passenger weighs 70kg and the vehicle is travelling at 90kph during impact, the collision force can reach up to 2,000kg. "This is the kind of impact that causes passengers to be thrown out, and is often the reason why so many bus passengers die in accidents," he said. He added that compliance varies between urban and rural populations. "Older individuals, in particular, tend to dismiss the need for rear seat belts because they use village roads regularly and think it's not a problem. "There's also a misconception that vehicle safety features are sufficient, which is misleading. "For instance, Volvo cars are rated among the safest due to their structural strength. But this doesn't mean a Volvo occupant involved in an accident won't die.
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Rate of car rear seat belt use dives to just 2pc, UPM study finds
KUALA LUMPUR: The rate of car rear seat belt use has plummeted to a mere two per cent from the 20 per cent recorded in 2009, when the regulation came into force. The finding was made by Universiti Putra Malaysia's Associate Professor Dr Law Teik Hua in a recent survey. Law, the head of UPM's Road Safety Research Centre, said the drop was believed to stem from public attitudes and weak enforcement. "Many rear passengers assume the front seats will shield them in the event of an accident. But the reality is quite the opposite. "During a crash, passengers in the back may tumble or be thrown about and anything can happen. "While the public often expresses grief when seeing accidents, deaths or injuries, the sentiment typically fades within five minutes, causing people to overlook the importance of wearing seatbelts," he said. He was speaking during an interview on the "Selamat Pagi Malaysia" programme aired on Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) today. Rear seat belt regulations were enforced on Jan 1, 2009, under the Motor Vehicles (Seat Belt) (Amendment) Rules 2008. Those who fail to wear front or rear seat belts can be fined up to RM2,000 or jailed for up to six months upon first conviction. Repeat offenders face a maximum RM4,000 fine, a jail term of up to 12 months, or both. Law said using a seat belt could prevent drivers and passengers from being hurled out of the vehicle during a crash and improve survival rates by three to five times. "There have been many cases where children in the rear seats, who were not wearing seatbelts, died after colliding with their parents sitting in front. "If you're not buckled up and a crash occurs, even if you're not thrown out of the vehicle, you'll likely collide with other passengers in the front or back. "For example, if the passenger weighs 70kg and the vehicle is travelling at 90kph during impact, the collision force can reach up to 2,000kg. "This is the kind of impact that causes passengers to be thrown out, and is often the reason why so many bus passengers die in accidents," he said. He added that compliance varies between urban and rural populations. "Older individuals, in particular, tend to dismiss the need for rear seat belts because they use village roads regularly and think it's not a problem. "There's also a misconception that vehicle safety features are sufficient, which is misleading. "For instance, Volvo cars are rated among the safest due to their structural strength. But this doesn't mean a Volvo occupant involved in an accident won't die. "All safety measures must be observed inside a vehicle to ensure everyone's wellbeing," he said.
Barnama
25-06-2025
- Barnama
Accurate News Reporting Key To Upholding Media Integrity
KUALA LUMPUR, June 25 (Bernama) -- The dissemination of accurate and ethical news remains the cornerstone of mainstream media, especially amid the growing threat of misinformation and the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI). Malaysian Broadcasting Department (RTM) Current Affairs News Division director Md Shahri Saripan said every RTM report undergoes a rigorous vetting process to ensure accuracy and balance. "Since its inception, RTM has upheld the principles of accuracy and credibility. In this era of information overload and social media dominance, RTM must remain the primary point of reference for the public," he said during RTM's Selamat Pagi Malaysia programme themed 'Integrity and Professionalism: Pillars of Responsible News Broadcasting' aired earlier today. Bernama TV Editor-in-Chief Nor Hamzeela Md Hambali said all Bernama reports are subject to strict editorial checks and rely solely on verified, authoritative sources. "We do not publish news without confirming its source. Integrity, balance and transparency are central to our work and this is what sustains public trust in Bernama," she said. She noted that while AI enhances efficiency, human oversight remains essential to ensure factual accuracy. Astro Awani Editor-in-Chief Ashwad Ismail added that public trust is the 'heartbeat' of any newsroom, especially amid today's information challenges. He also highlighted how professional journalists and citizen journalists, can work in synergy to accelerate the flow of accurate information. "For example, when something happens in their area and citizen journalists share stories or videos, it speeds our delivery process, especially for wider public dissemination.
Barnama
13-06-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Bernama, RTM Collaboration Enhances Delivery Ahead Of HAWANA
Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) Chief Executive Officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin (right) shares her insights during a live broadcast of the Selamat Pagi Malaysia (SPM) X Apa Khabar Malaysia (AKM) programme, held in conjunction with the National Journalists Day (HAWANA) 2025 at the World Trade Center (WTC), today. KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The joint effort between the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) and the Broadcasting Department (RTM) in successfully organising a talk show in conjunction with the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) celebration this year should be continued. Bernama chief executive officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin said the close collaboration between Bernama and RTM through the combination of presentation styles of both parties in SPM x AKM (Selamat Pagi Malaysia and Apa Khabar Malaysia) programme has breathed new life into the approach to delivering mainstream media content. "It is more interesting when the approaches of RTM and Bernama are combined into SPM x AKM. That is what we feel needs to be continued this year, not to mention HAWANA being held in the federal capital. I think it is only right that programme like this should be continued," she said. She was speaking to reporters after appearing as a guest on SPMxAKM programme titled 'Journalism in the New Era: Embracing AI, Safeguarding Ethics", in conjunction with HAWANA 2025 which was broadcast live by BernamaTV and RTM from the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTC KL) here, today. Director-General Datuk Suhaimi Sulaiman represented RTM as a guest in the programme. Nur-ul Afida said the collaboration opened up an opportunity for both organisations to work together not only technically, but also in the provision of content and other broadcasting elements, thus reflecting the strength of two major brands under one ministry. "RTM and Bernama are both under the Ministry of Communications. So as sibling organisations, I believe we can show how the results can be more effective and interesting when two big brands work together," she said. In concurring with her view, Suhaimi said the collaboration between RTM and Bernama is a strategic relationship that strengthens the country's information delivery ecosystem. "This partnership is very strong and is a good collaboration because we not only work together in the field but also across radio, television and digital platforms. When many thinkers come together, the result is something good in terms of quality content, relevance and is capable of attracting the interest of various strata of society," he said.
