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Thestar.com.my is the online portal of The Star, one of Malaysia's leading English-language newspapers. Here's a comprehensive explanation of The Star and its online presence: | |||
== History and Background == | |||
The Star was first established in 1971 as a regional newspaper in Penang, Malaysia[1]. It expanded to national circulation in 1976 when it set up an office in Kuala Lumpur[1]. In 1981, the newspaper headquarters moved to Petaling Jaya, where it remains today[1]. | |||
The Star Online (Thestar.com.my) was launched on June 23, 1995, making it Malaysia's first news website4<ref name="ref5">5</ref>. This early adoption of digital media has helped The Star maintain its position as one of the country's top English news portals. | |||
== Ownership and Management == | |||
The Star is owned by Star Media Group Berhad, a publicly listed company on the Malaysian stock exchange[1]. The Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA), a political party, has historically been a major shareholder in the company through its investment arm[1]. | |||
== Content and Features == | |||
Thestar.com.my provides a wide range of content, including: | |||
1. Breaking news and current affairs | |||
2. Business and financial news | |||
3. Sports coverage | |||
4. Lifestyle and entertainment content | |||
5. Opinion pieces and editorials | |||
6. Regional and international news | |||
The website offers several features to enhance user experience: | |||
- Customizable news feeds | |||
- Bookmarking capabilities | |||
- Audio news summaries | |||
- Dark mode for easier reading | |||
- Mobile app for iOS and Android devices[8] | |||
== | == Readership and Reach == | ||
The | As of 2017, The Star had a daily circulation of about 250,000 copies, making it the largest paid English-language newspaper in Malaysia[1]. The online portal, Thestar.com.my, reportedly has more than 11 million average monthly online users[5]. | ||
== | == Digital Access and Subscriptions == | ||
The Star offers a paid digital membership called The Star Digital Access, which provides full access to content on the website and app, including premium articles[6]. They offer various subscription plans, including weekly, monthly, and annual options[6]. | |||
== Mobile Application == | |||
The Star has a mobile app available for both iOS and Android devices. The app offers features such as offline reading, customizable navigation menus, and breaking news alerts[8]. | |||
== Reputation and Trust == | |||
According to a 2020 Reuters Institute poll, 56% of Malaysian respondents trusted reporting from The Star, tying it for the third-highest trust rating among 14 media outlets surveyed in the country[1]. | |||
== Challenges and Controversies == | |||
Like many traditional media organizations, The Star has faced challenges in adapting to the digital age. In 1987, the newspaper's publication license was temporarily withdrawn during a government crackdown known as Operation Lalang[1]. After resuming publication in 1988, some observers noted that the paper lost some of its previous "liberal flavour"[1]. | |||
In conclusion, Thestar.com.my represents the digital evolution of one of Malaysia's most prominent English-language newspapers. It has successfully transitioned into the online space while maintaining a significant readership and trust among Malaysians. As with many news organizations worldwide, it continues to adapt to changing media consumption habits and the challenges of the digital era. | |||
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