Our Mission & Story
"Delivering truth with integrity, serving our community with unwavering dedication to journalistic excellence."
Our Founding Story
Founded in 2015 in the heart of Johor Bahru, My News Center emerged from a simple yet powerful vision: to create a news platform that truly serves the Malaysian community with unbiased, comprehensive, and timely reporting. What began as a small team of dedicated journalists has grown into a trusted source of news and information across the region.
Our founders recognized the growing need for reliable journalism in an era of information overload. They believed that quality news should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or location. This principle continues to guide everything we do today.
From covering local council meetings to breaking national news, we have built our reputation on thorough research, multiple source verification, and an unwavering commitment to presenting facts without bias or agenda.
Integrity First
We prioritize truth and accuracy above all else, ensuring every story meets the highest standards of journalistic integrity.
Community Focus
Our reporting centers on issues that matter most to our community, amplifying local voices and concerns.
Timely Updates
We deliver breaking news and important updates with speed and accuracy, keeping our readers informed when it matters most.
Editorial Team
Meet the experienced journalists and editors who bring you reliable, unbiased news every day. Our diverse team brings together decades of experience in Malaysian and international journalism.
Sarah Ahmad
Sarah leads our editorial vision with over 15 years of experience in Malaysian journalism. She previously worked with major publications and is known for her investigative reporting on local governance and public policy. Her commitment to journalistic ethics and fact-checking ensures our standards remain uncompromising.
David Lim
Senior Political CorrespondentDavid covers Malaysian politics and policy developments with over 12 years of experience. His deep understanding of Malaysian political dynamics and ability to explain complex issues clearly make him an invaluable member of our team. He has covered multiple elections and government transitions.
Priya Raman
Community ReporterPriya specializes in local community stories and human interest features. Her ability to connect with people from all walks of life and tell their stories with sensitivity and respect has made her a beloved reporter. She often covers community events, local business spotlights, and social initiatives.
Michael Tan
Business AnalystMichael brings financial expertise to our team, covering Malaysian business news and economic developments. With an MBA and 10 years in financial journalism, he breaks down complex economic concepts for our readers and provides insightful analysis of market trends and business developments.
Fatimah Yusof
Fatimah curates our lifestyle and culture content, covering everything from local dining scenes to cultural events and community initiatives. Her background in cultural studies and 8 years of magazine publishing experience help bring depth and context to our lifestyle coverage.
Raj Kumar
Sports ReporterRaj covers local and national sports with particular focus on Malaysian athletes competing internationally. His 9 years of sports journalism experience includes coverage of major sporting events and his ability to interview athletes and coaches makes him an essential part of our team.
Editorial Guidelines
Our commitment to journalistic excellence is reflected in these comprehensive editorial guidelines that govern every aspect of our reporting and publishing process.
Accuracy Standards
Every fact is verified through multiple independent sources. We double-check all quotes, statistics, and claims before publication. Our fact-checking process involves at least two team members reviewing each story's accuracy.
- • Multiple source verification required
- • Direct quotes approved by sources
- • Statistics cross-referenced
Source Attribution
We clearly identify and credit all sources, distinguishing between firsthand accounts, expert opinions, and reported information. Anonymous sources are used only when necessary and must meet strict criteria for credibility.
- • All sources clearly identified
- • Anonymous sources minimized
- • Credibility assessments documented
Correction Policies
When errors occur, we promptly correct them with full transparency. Each correction is clearly marked and timestamped. We investigate the source of errors to prevent recurrence and maintain detailed logs of all corrections.
- • Immediate corrections for significant errors
- • Clear marking of corrected content
- • Root cause analysis conducted
Bias Prevention
We actively work to minimize bias by presenting multiple perspectives on complex issues. Our team includes diverse viewpoints, and we regularly review stories for unconscious bias. Personal opinions are never presented as facts.
- • Multiple perspective inclusion
- • Regular bias training for staff
- • Opinion vs. fact clearly separated
Ethical Guidelines
Our journalists adhere to strict ethical standards regarding conflicts of interest, sources, and story selection. We decline gifts and avoid situations that could compromise objectivity. Personal relationships with sources are disclosed.
- • Conflict of interest disclosure required
- • Gift acceptance prohibited
- • Source relationship transparency
Editorial Process
Every story follows a rigorous editorial process including initial fact-checking, copy editing, legal review, and final approval before publication. Breaking news follows an expedited but still thorough process.
- • Multi-stage editorial review
- • Legal compliance checking
- • Breaking news expedited process
Our Standards in Action
What We Do
- Verify all information through multiple reliable sources
- Present stories with full context and background
- Provide opportunities for response and rebuttal
- Maintain reader trust through consistent quality
- Regularly review and update our editorial policies
What We Avoid
- Publishing unverified claims or rumors
- Allowing personal opinions to influence reporting
- Publishing sensationalized or clickbait content
- Accepting payment or favors for favorable coverage
- Publishing without proper attribution or consent
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