KUALA LUMPUR: In the latest episode of Beyond the Headlines, hosts Amalina Kamal and Hazween Hassan break down the top stories that captured the nation's attention this week.
The episode starts with an in-depth analysis of Malaysia's legal victory against the so-called Sulu heirs. Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman highlights the government's strong measures to protect national sovereignty against fraudulent claims.
Despite a decisive ruling by the French Supreme Court, the plaintiffs' lawyer has made fresh threats, reigniting concerns over Sabah's status.
The hosts also discussed the troubling incidents of bullying at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia's Military Training Academy, which recently led to severe injuries among cadets.
His Majesty the King voiced strong condemnation, urging immediate action. The Defence Minister has announced new safety measures, including increased physical examinations and surveillance to prevent future abuse.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received Peru's highest civilian award, the Order of the Sun of Peru, during his first official visit to South America.
The recognition underscores the strengthening bilateral ties between Malaysia and Peru, as Anwar engages in high-level meetings and business discussions at the APEC summit.
In the entertainment segment, the episode covers Netflix's sudden increase in subscription prices across all plans for Malaysian customers, just months after implementing its password-sharing crackdown.
The move is expected to also impact bundled packages with local telcos, but changes are set to take effect in March 2025, at least for Astro customers.
Tune in to get the full breakdown of these headlines, only on Beyond the Headlines.
This episode was recorded on Nov 14