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South Korean authorities raided Starbucks' national headquarters following complaints that an advertising campaign defamed activists killed during 1980 pro-democracy demonstrations.
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An engineer and his three family members—including his elderly mother and two adult children—voted together in Negeri Sembilan's state election, marking a significant democratic milestone as the younger generation participated in shaping their state's future.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has invited Indian historian Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, to visit Malaysia next year to deliver lectures on democracy, peace and harmony.
Over 200,000 Australians have paid A$20 administrative fines for not voting in the 2025 general election, with the electoral commission issuing notices to 1.3 million people overall.
Indonesian press unions are demanding President Prabowo Subianto apologize for calling journalists 'londo ireng' (black Dutchmen), a derogatory colonial-era term implying collaboration with foreign powers and threats to press freedom.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has underscored the critical importance of ethical, independent and responsible media in sustaining democratic institutions and combating misinformation in Malaysia.
South Korea has enacted stricter penalties for online misinformation, including fines up to 1 billion won. Critics warn the vague law could stifle press freedom and encourage self-censorship in the nation.
Pakatan Harapan's performance in Johor's July 11 election will be critical for maintaining democratic checks and balances, according to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke, who warns against single-coalition political hegemony.
Malaysia's Election Commission has released the May 2026 supplementary electoral roll for public review until July 29. The updated registry includes 40,139 newly registered voters, 23,902 constituency transfers, and 3,400 status changes.