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In Malaysia, interpreters and translators play a crucial role in bridging communication gaps in a diverse, multilingual society. However, as gig workers, they often face significant legal and economic challenges that undermine their professional security and well-being. The current regulatory framework in Malaysia falls short in addressing the unique vulnerabilities of gig workers in this field. This article aims to examine the pressing need for enhanced legal protections for these professionals who encountered issues such as inconsistent income, lack of social security and inadequate work protection. The article is mainly library-based research referring to articles, journals, books, legislation, case laws and websites, which focus on interpreters and translators, who play a crucial role in court proceedings, and their position under the legal framework in Malaysia.

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The tragic death of Malaysian TikTok influencer Esha, who committed suicide, which is linked to online harassment and death threats, has sparked anger and disappointment among many Malaysians. Thus, due to this issue, this paper will dive into the legal dimension of cyberbullying concerning the legal principle of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and Penal Code, emphasising the necessity for future improvements as well as the efficiency of existing regulations. This paper is based on a doctrinal approach and relies on primary sources such as legislation and cases. This paper will also look closely into the current cases, such as the case of Rajeswary Appahu, which has sparked controversy among Malaysians because of the light punishment imposed on the offender. The findings of this paper suggest that while existing laws have made strides in combating online harassment, they remain insufficient in addressing the growing number of cyberbullying cases, with penalties often seen as too lenient. This paper concludes that Malaysia must implement stronger regulations, enhance online safety education, and ensure tougher penalties for offenders to protect victims better and deter future incidents. Apart from the discussion, a conclusion and recommendations to improve the sufficiency and strict regulations of current cyberbullying laws are to be proposed in this discussion.

The apex court rules that transactions premised on gambling activities are against public policy and are illegal, null, and void.

A gambling debt is not legally enforceable in Malaysia on grounds of public policy, the Federal Court has ruled. In delivering the unanimous judgment of the court, Justice Nordin Hassan noted that the government had repeatedly and firmly voiced its stance against gambling in Parliament on grounds that the public derives no benefit from it.

Globally, there is an unfettered right of access to court proceedings by the public, which is consilient with the principle of open justice as it is regarded as an essential tenet of any justice system to guarantee public confidence, independence, and accountability in the administration of justice. In Malaysia, Section 15 of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964 states that all civil and criminal matters shall be deemed to be open and accessible to the public. Journalists are often keen to report on cases that are newsworthy and those that garners public interest wherein they act as an intermediary between the public and the courts.