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Malaysian authorities have arrested two people as part of a sedition inquiry into a podcast programme that allegedly broached religious themes, raising fresh concerns about free expression and religious sensitivity in the country.
Malaysia's Communications Ministry has reiterated that Sebenarnya.my operates as an independent fact-checking platform based on official sources, rejecting perceptions it merely defends government narratives.
While Johor's 16th state election campaign embraces social media, elderly voters continue valuing direct candidate encounters. A Bernama survey reveals physical events remain trusted touchstones for assessing authenticity, though seniors increasingly use digital platforms as complementary tools.