'Sorry' won't stop authorities from going after those posting fake news - minister

CORONAVIRUS | Retractions and apologies won't deter authorities from going after those who have posted "fake news" on social media, said Defence Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

"Recently, we heard about an individual who posted fake news then later apologised and deleted it.

"I understand that police have called the individual for investigation. Do not think that after publishing and then apologising and deleting it will solve the problem. Action will still continue...