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Today, May 3, the United Nations lead the world in commemorating World Press Freedom Day 2007.

This year, bloggers shall feature prominently in Malaysia's observation of the meaningful day.

Al-Jazeera International, which broadcasts from Kuala Lumpur for the Asia-Pacific segment, will air a week-long programme on bloggers in the region on its 101 East on ASTRO Channel 20 from today, May 3 (Thursday) at 10.30 pm.

Here is the schedule for repeats:
- May 4 (Friday) at 1.30 pm
- May 5 (Saturday) at 3.30 pm and 9.30 pm
- May 6 (Sunday) at 4.30 pm
- May 7 (Monday) at 10.30 am
- May 8 (Tuesday) at 11.00 am
- May 9 (Wednesday) at 9.30 am and 3.00 pm
- May 10 (Thursday) at 8.30 am

Earlier, I have blogged about three other events related to the commemoration of the World Press Freedom day around Kuala Lumpur:
1 ) May 3: "Press Freedom, Safety of Journalists and Impunity" forum organised by Aidcom
2 ) May 4: "Bloggers: New Breed of Journalists or Online Journal Keepers?" forum organised by NUJ
3 ) May 19: 'Embrace & Engage' Forum & Dinner organised by Advocates of Bloggers United Malaysia

In addition, Nanyang Siang Pau will hold an English-speaking forum on blogs and bloggers at its Kelana Jaya head office at 7.30pm, May 12 (Saturday).

The Centre of Independent Journalists (CIJ) is holding a 2-day People's Art Fest at the Central Market, on May 5 - 6.