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Singapore parliament passes online fake news law
Published on 09/05/2019
» SINGAPORE: Singapore's parliament passed a controversial bill late Wednesday aimed at combating fake news online, amid strong concerns from rights groups and journalists that it will further curtail freedom of expression and speech in the city-state.
Tech giants caution Singapore against new law on fake news
Published on 23/03/2018
» SINGAPORE: Several major technology companies have expressed concern over Singapore's plan to enact new legislation to tackle fake news.
At press dinner, Hun Sen berates media
Reuters, Published on 22/01/2018
» PHNOM PENH: Cambodia's long-serving Prime Minister Hun Sen berated journalists on Sunday at a dinner his government hosted for correspondents and accused some of spreading fabricated stories.
Duterte defiant, moves to close Rappler news website
AFP, Published on 17/01/2018
» MANILA: Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said Tuesday he "did not give a shit" as his government moved to shut down a news website that has been critical in its reporting on his deadly drug war, with media watchdogs raising fears over eroding freedoms.
Ajinomoto returns to Myanmar with ingredient from Thailand
Published on 20/09/2017
» YANGON: Japanese seasoning and food maker Ajinomoto Co has restarted sales of its namesake seasoning in Myanmar through a local subsidiary, aiming to cater to growing demand after suspending business in the country in 2000.