Upko president Ewon Benedick has resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan, sending a strong signal that he will not compromise on Sabah’s rights, especially the long-debated 40 percent revenue entitlement. In a Facebook video, Ewon said that despite numerous MPs raising the issue in Parliament, it seemed that Putrajaya hadn’t taken sufficient actionEwon’s move comes after DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke criticized him for “playing to the gallery.”Meanwhile, As Sabah’s polls heat up, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is taking the fight personally, leading PKR’s election efforts in the state. Contesting just 12 of 73 seats, PKR insists it doesn’t aim to helm the state government—but with its historically weak track record in Sabah, the stakes are high, making Anwar’s high-profile push a make-or-break moment for the party.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

Upko president Ewon Benedick has resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan, sending a strong signal that he will not compromise on Sabah’s rights, especially the long-debated 40 percent revenue entitlement. In a Facebook video, Ewon said that despite numerous MPs raising the issue in Parliament, it seemed that Putrajaya hadn’t taken sufficient actionEwon’s move comes after DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke criticized him for “playing to the gallery.”Meanwhile, As Sabah’s polls heat up, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is taking the fight personally, leading PKR’s election efforts in the state. Contesting just 12 of 73 seats, PKR insists it doesn’t aim to helm the state government—but with its historically weak track record in Sabah, the stakes are high, making Anwar’s high-profile push a make-or-break moment for the party.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Ewon tells Loke - ‘Sabah’s 40% revenue non-negotiable, this is my limit’

Residents of Kampung Papan in Pandamaran have urged the Selangor government to issue an official written guarantee for the settlement offer announced after last week’s chaotic house demolition incident.They said that after 25 years of fighting to protect their homes, the state has still not provided any formal document confirming the offer.Teoh Ah Guat, deputy chairperson of the Kampung Papan Residents Association, said the delay has only heightened their anxiety.

Residents of Kampung Papan in Pandamaran have urged the Selangor government to issue an official written guarantee for the settlement offer announced after last week’s chaotic house demolition incident.They said that after 25 years of fighting to protect their homes, the state has still not provided any formal document confirming the offer.Teoh Ah Guat, deputy chairperson of the Kampung Papan Residents Association, said the delay has only heightened their anxiety.

Residents of Kampung Papan demand official written guarantee

Deputy Works Minister Ahmad Maslan (BN-Pontian) has backed calls for Genting Malaysia Bhd to ensure fair exemptions from a new private road charge for vehicles entering Jalan Genting Highlands.Addressing the Dewan Rakyat today, Ahmad asserted that, in his personal opinion, the toll fee should only apply to those who are heading up to Jalan Genting Highlands for “leisure”, instead of a blanket charge on every road user.

Deputy Works Minister Ahmad Maslan (BN-Pontian) has backed calls for Genting Malaysia Bhd to ensure fair exemptions from a new private road charge for vehicles entering Jalan Genting Highlands.Addressing the Dewan Rakyat today, Ahmad asserted that, in his personal opinion, the toll fee should only apply to those who are heading up to Jalan Genting Highlands for “leisure”, instead of a blanket charge on every road user.

Ahmad Maslan moots fair exemptions for Genting road charge

Upko president Ewon Benedick said he resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan to send a firm message that he will not compromise when it comes to Sabah’s rights, particularly the 40 percent revenue entitlement.Ewon said this in response to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke's criticism yesterday, who accused the Upko leader of “playing to the gallery” over the issue.

Upko president Ewon Benedick said he resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan to send a firm message that he will not compromise when it comes to Sabah’s rights, particularly the 40 percent revenue entitlement.Ewon said this in response to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke's criticism yesterday, who accused the Upko leader of “playing to the gallery” over the issue.

No compromise when it comes to 40pct revenue, Ewon tells Loke

Umno Central Committee member Puad Zarkashi has hit out at MIC after its president, SA Vigneswaran, insisted the party will not apologise to Umno. Puad dismissed the idea entirely, saying Umno never asked for an apology — even though Vigneswaran had previously called BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a “liar.” He said MIC owes an apology to the Indian community instead, especially after its poor showing in the last general election.

Umno Central Committee member Puad Zarkashi has hit out at MIC after its president, SA Vigneswaran, insisted the party will not apologise to Umno. Puad dismissed the idea entirely, saying Umno never asked for an apology — even though Vigneswaran had previously called BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a “liar.” He said MIC owes an apology to the Indian community instead, especially after its poor showing in the last general election.

MIC’s turmoil driven by leaders unhappy not getting positions - Puad

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has described Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Ewon Benedick’s decision to resign over the 40% special grant issue as more of an attention-seeking move than an act of courage based on principle.Loke said the cabinet had even held a special meeting on Nov 11 specifically to discuss the 40% claim, which he said shows how seriously the matter is being treated.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has described Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Ewon Benedick’s decision to resign over the 40% special grant issue as more of an attention-seeking move than an act of courage based on principle.Loke said the cabinet had even held a special meeting on Nov 11 specifically to discuss the 40% claim, which he said shows how seriously the matter is being treated.

Ewon’s resignation over 40% Sabah claim was just for attention - Loke

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has dismissed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and his son Nazifuddin’s appeal to postpone a bankruptcy proceeding.The ruling paved the way for the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to proceed with bankruptcy action against the father-son duo, unless they pay their RM1.69 billion and RM37.6 billion in unpaid taxes and penalties.

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has dismissed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and his son Nazifuddin’s appeal to postpone a bankruptcy proceeding.The ruling paved the way for the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to proceed with bankruptcy action against the father-son duo, unless they pay their RM1.69 billion and RM37.6 billion in unpaid taxes and penalties.

Najib, son fail to delay bankruptcy over RM1.69b in unpaid taxes

Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs, Na’im Mokhtar. This follows his suggestion that Wan Sabrina, a member of the girl group Dolla, could face potential syariah offence charges over her outfit in their latest music video.

Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs, Na’im Mokhtar. This follows his suggestion that Wan Sabrina, a member of the girl group Dolla, could face potential syariah offence charges over her outfit in their latest music video.

Latheefa slams minister for threatening Dolla over music video

The Sabah polls are underway and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thrown himself into the mix, personally leading the election machinery for his party, PKR, in the state.While PKR is contesting just a dozen of the 73 seats and claims to have no intention of helming the state government, the stakes are high.

The Sabah polls are underway and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thrown himself into the mix, personally leading the election machinery for his party, PKR, in the state.While PKR is contesting just a dozen of the 73 seats and claims to have no intention of helming the state government, the stakes are high.

Sabah polls: Anwar’s personal gamble to lift PKR’s weak track record

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chamber has appealed against parts of the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling dated Oct 17 that ordered the federal government to hold another review with Sabah state’s government.This is regarding the 40 percent special grant as per Article 112D of the Federal Constitution.However, the AGC said it is not appealing Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement and will move forward with negotiations with the Sabah Government as soon as possible.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Albert Tei has called on Sabah voters to weigh their options and reject those implicated in the Sabah mining scandal."If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei during the 'Tangkap Jerung' rally outside the MACC headquarters this morning.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chamber has appealed against parts of the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling dated Oct 17 that ordered the federal government to hold another review with Sabah state’s government.This is regarding the 40 percent special grant as per Article 112D of the Federal Constitution.However, the AGC said it is not appealing Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement and will move forward with negotiations with the Sabah Government as soon as possible.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Albert Tei has called on Sabah voters to weigh their options and reject those implicated in the Sabah mining scandal."If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei during the 'Tangkap Jerung' rally outside the MACC headquarters this morning.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: AGC files appeal against parts of Sabah ruling; Albert tells voters to reject 'sharks'

Visuals of water leaking through the ceiling of KLIA made its round on social media today.Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) later confirmed there were storm-related water leakages affecting several parts of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 this afternoon.MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams were immediately mobilized to manage the situation, with a focus on passenger safety, containment efforts, and protecting electrical systems.

Visuals of water leaking through the ceiling of KLIA made its round on social media today.Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) later confirmed there were storm-related water leakages affecting several parts of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 this afternoon.MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams were immediately mobilized to manage the situation, with a focus on passenger safety, containment efforts, and protecting electrical systems.

Water leaks from KLIA ceiling amid heavy storm

The court has rejected the police’s remand applications for Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) members and activists protesting the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan.Following the development, PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan told Malaysiakini that the group of 10 individuals are expected to be released today after certain processing works are completed at the Klang police station.However, any sense of reprieve was dampened by the arrest of another nine people today.

The court has rejected the police’s remand applications for Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) members and activists protesting the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan.Following the development, PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan told Malaysiakini that the group of 10 individuals are expected to be released today after certain processing works are completed at the Klang police station.However, any sense of reprieve was dampened by the arrest of another nine people today.

Just as 10 walk free, fresh arrests jolt Kg Papan

Heated discussions of banning Roblox have come up of late, after a recent incident where a nine-year-old boy allegedly slashed his younger brother’s neck after losing points on the platform.The incident has raised questions among parents about how this could happen and what Roblox actually is. Join us as we take a look at the issue.

Heated discussions of banning Roblox have come up of late, after a recent incident where a nine-year-old boy allegedly slashed his younger brother’s neck after losing points on the platform.The incident has raised questions among parents about how this could happen and what Roblox actually is. Join us as we take a look at the issue.

[KINI EXPLAINER] What is Roblox? Should parents be concerned?

The “Tangkap Jerung” rally targeting Sabah caretaker chief minister Hajiji Noor and over a dozen Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining corruption scandal concluded peacefully after about two hours outside the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.Whistleblower Albert Tei fronted the rally of some 100 people, comprising mostly activists and influencers who amplified the call to their social media followers for MACC to act against the incumbent lawmakers.“If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei, who has been charged with offering the bribes.The MACC had previously cleared Hajiji, who is defending his Sulaman seat, of any wrongdoing.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760744

The “Tangkap Jerung” rally targeting Sabah caretaker chief minister Hajiji Noor and over a dozen Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining corruption scandal concluded peacefully after about two hours outside the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.Whistleblower Albert Tei fronted the rally of some 100 people, comprising mostly activists and influencers who amplified the call to their social media followers for MACC to act against the incumbent lawmakers.“If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei, who has been charged with offering the bribes.The MACC had previously cleared Hajiji, who is defending his Sulaman seat, of any wrongdoing.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760744

Albert joins rally outside MACC HQ, calls on Sabah voters to reject 'sharks'

Warisan’s legal adviser Chin Tek Ming urged Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor the upcoming Sabah polls to ensure no money politics is involved.He also called upon the Election Commission (EC) to enforce stricter transparency on campaign financing and impose immediate penalties on candidates found distributing money or goods.

Warisan’s legal adviser Chin Tek Ming urged Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor the upcoming Sabah polls to ensure no money politics is involved.He also called upon the Election Commission (EC) to enforce stricter transparency on campaign financing and impose immediate penalties on candidates found distributing money or goods.

Warisan urges Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor Sabah polls

Albert Tei has accused DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng of lacking the courage to confront Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Tei also challenged Lim’s claim that if he had followed the lawmaker’s advice, he might not have been prosecuted because he would have submitted the information on the scandal through proper channels.

Albert Tei has accused DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng of lacking the courage to confront Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Tei also challenged Lim’s claim that if he had followed the lawmaker’s advice, he might not have been prosecuted because he would have submitted the information on the scandal through proper channels.

I don't think you would dare oppose Anwar - Albert responds to Lim Eng

Israeli demolition orders threaten the Bedouin village of Umm al-Kheir in the occupied West Bank, leaving residents in fear. Bulldozers recently targeted nearby Masafer Yatta, where homes like that owned by Sameer Hamamdeh's were razed. Israel deems most Palestinian structures illegal due to permit restrictions, while settlers expand outposts. Despite appeals and a temporary delay, uncertainty looms over forced displacement.*Video provided by DW

Israeli demolition orders threaten the Bedouin village of Umm al-Kheir in the occupied West Bank, leaving residents in fear. Bulldozers recently targeted nearby Masafer Yatta, where homes like that owned by Sameer Hamamdeh's were razed. Israel deems most Palestinian structures illegal due to permit restrictions, while settlers expand outposts. Despite appeals and a temporary delay, uncertainty looms over forced displacement.*Video provided by DW

Israel plans more demolitions in occupied West Bank

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Controversial rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, was released on police bail today.Namewee left the Dang Wangi district police headquarters at around 3.50pm.Kuala Lumpur police chief Fadil Marsus said Namewee will be released on police bail from today until November 26.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police arrested ten more people as Kampung Papan demolition works entered their fourth day.They were arrested under Section 186 of the Penal Code for allegedly obstructing civil servants from doing their duty.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Controversial rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, was released on police bail today.Namewee left the Dang Wangi district police headquarters at around 3.50pm.Kuala Lumpur police chief Fadil Marsus said Namewee will be released on police bail from today until November 26.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police arrested ten more people as Kampung Papan demolition works entered their fourth day.They were arrested under Section 186 of the Penal Code for allegedly obstructing civil servants from doing their duty.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Namewee released on 13-day police bail; 10 arrested in Kg Papan for alleged obstruction

The Kedah government's plan to review its rights over Penang is not intended to challenge the Federal Constitution or the state’s sovereignty as claimed by certain parties, said Pokok Sena MP Ahmad Saad.The PAS lawmaker argued that the Kedah government is acting within its constitutional rights.

The Kedah government's plan to review its rights over Penang is not intended to challenge the Federal Constitution or the state’s sovereignty as claimed by certain parties, said Pokok Sena MP Ahmad Saad.The PAS lawmaker argued that the Kedah government is acting within its constitutional rights.

PAS MP: Kedah's plan to review Penang lease not against Constitution

DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng has reminded businessperson Albert Tei that he was the first politician to publicly support him when the Sabah mining scandal was first exposed, implicating more than a dozen Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) politicians, allies of Pakatan Harapan.He was responding to Tei’s claim that DAP had remained silent on the issue while praising PAS and Bersatu for their support.

DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng has reminded businessperson Albert Tei that he was the first politician to publicly support him when the Sabah mining scandal was first exposed, implicating more than a dozen Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) politicians, allies of Pakatan Harapan.He was responding to Tei’s claim that DAP had remained silent on the issue while praising PAS and Bersatu for their support.

I want to remind Tei that I was the first politician to support him, says DAP MP

The BN leadership has reportedly asked MIC to postpone any decision regarding the party’s future in the coalition until after the Sabah election on Nov 29.A BN insider told Malaysiakini that leaders from both BN and Pakatan Harapan are concerned that MIC’s move to leave BN could affect their performance in the state polls.

The BN leadership has reportedly asked MIC to postpone any decision regarding the party’s future in the coalition until after the Sabah election on Nov 29.A BN insider told Malaysiakini that leaders from both BN and Pakatan Harapan are concerned that MIC’s move to leave BN could affect their performance in the state polls.

MIC told to keep quiet on 'quit' decision until after Sabah polls, claims source

As Kampung Papan demolition works enter their fourth day, the police arrested ten more people today.The group comprises PSM and Mandiri activists, as well as local residents.The demolition works at Kampung Papan began on Monday and will continue until tomorrow.

As Kampung Papan demolition works enter their fourth day, the police arrested ten more people today.The group comprises PSM and Mandiri activists, as well as local residents.The demolition works at Kampung Papan began on Monday and will continue until tomorrow.

Ten arrested in Kg Papan for alleged obstruction

The federal government will only appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling that claimed Putrajaya and the Sabah government had made major mistakes since 1974, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He told the Dewan Rakyat this morning that this will not affect the ruling over Sabah's entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state."I emphasise, I don't want this to become a political polemic on the question of the 40 percent (revenue rights), because that is not being appealed, but statements that we consider as inconsistent and inaccurate must be appealed," he said.

The federal government will only appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling that claimed Putrajaya and the Sabah government had made major mistakes since 1974, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He told the Dewan Rakyat this morning that this will not affect the ruling over Sabah's entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state."I emphasise, I don't want this to become a political polemic on the question of the 40 percent (revenue rights), because that is not being appealed, but statements that we consider as inconsistent and inaccurate must be appealed," he said.

Appeal not over Sabah's 40pct ruling, but court's 'inaccurate' findings, says Anwar

The attorney-general (AG) has determined that an appeal will be filed against High Court verdicts ruling the police and the government responsible for the disappearances of pastor Raymond Koh and activist Amri Che Mat.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed, however, that the appeal should not be viewed as the government taking lightly issues of lives, rights, or freedoms.Some considerations behind the appeal, the minister said, include financial costs and the potential establishment of a precedent for future cases.

The attorney-general (AG) has determined that an appeal will be filed against High Court verdicts ruling the police and the government responsible for the disappearances of pastor Raymond Koh and activist Amri Che Mat.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed, however, that the appeal should not be viewed as the government taking lightly issues of lives, rights, or freedoms.Some considerations behind the appeal, the minister said, include financial costs and the potential establishment of a precedent for future cases.

AG believes there are grounds to appeal court's verdict on Koh, Amri's cases - Minister

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan, activist M Mythreyar and Kampung Papan residents’ representative M Logesvaran are expected to be released by the police later today.Lawyer Shashi Devan told reporters outside the Klang court today that the court had granted a one-day remand for the three individuals who were detained during the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan, Klang, yesterday.He said

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan, activist M Mythreyar and Kampung Papan residents’ representative M Logesvaran are expected to be released by the police later today.Lawyer Shashi Devan told reporters outside the Klang court today that the court had granted a one-day remand for the three individuals who were detained during the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan, Klang, yesterday.He said

PSM's Arutchelvan, two others to be released today - lawyer

When Upko announced it was exiting Pakatan Harapan, questions arose on what would happen to the five seats allocated for the party, and whether others in the coalition would swoop in to claim them.Sabah PKR chief Mustapha Sakmud did not respond to initial inquiries from Malaysiakini on Tuesday - the day after Upko announced its departure. However, he inadvertently revealed the party's interests yesterday.

When Upko announced it was exiting Pakatan Harapan, questions arose on what would happen to the five seats allocated for the party, and whether others in the coalition would swoop in to claim them.Sabah PKR chief Mustapha Sakmud did not respond to initial inquiries from Malaysiakini on Tuesday - the day after Upko announced its departure. However, he inadvertently revealed the party's interests yesterday.

Sabah PKR eyeing Upko seats just days after separation

Rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, will be released on police bail today.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar told Malaysiakini that as of now, there are no leads in the police investigation paper that could connect the rapper to the death of a Taiwanese influencer, Hsieh Yu-hsin.

Rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, will be released on police bail today.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar told Malaysiakini that as of now, there are no leads in the police investigation paper that could connect the rapper to the death of a Taiwanese influencer, Hsieh Yu-hsin.

No evidence linking Namewee to influencer's death, says AG

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).“The outcome was poor. PKR lost all seats, despite previously recording its biggest victory in its history in Malacca during the 2018 general election," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Upko president Ewon Benedick said that the AGC’s decision to appeal against one part of the judge’s verdict in the ruling to restore the 40 percent revenue claim for Sabah felt contradictory.He said the AGC's statement underscored the lack of clarity and commitment he had been questioning from within the government on the issue.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).“The outcome was poor. PKR lost all seats, despite previously recording its biggest victory in its history in Malacca during the 2018 general election," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Upko president Ewon Benedick said that the AGC’s decision to appeal against one part of the judge’s verdict in the ruling to restore the 40 percent revenue claim for Sabah felt contradictory.He said the AGC's statement underscored the lack of clarity and commitment he had been questioning from within the government on the issue.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#Kininews: PKR didn't learn from Malacca wipeout - Rafizi; Upko cautious over no appeal decision

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is heading for a massive collision with BN in at least 40 state seats, after unveiling its candidate lineup for 51 seats today.Of the 41 seats BN has said it will contest, the only seat that GRS will not fight them in, for now at least, is Sebatik.GRS will contest 55 seats in total, with four yet to be announced.

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is heading for a massive collision with BN in at least 40 state seats, after unveiling its candidate lineup for 51 seats today.Of the 41 seats BN has said it will contest, the only seat that GRS will not fight them in, for now at least, is Sebatik.GRS will contest 55 seats in total, with four yet to be announced.

Sabah polls: GRS contests 55 seats, clashes with BN in 40

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) Hajiji Noor's full speech at the candidate unveiling event for the Sabah polls.GRS will contest 55 seats in total in the elections.

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) Hajiji Noor's full speech at the candidate unveiling event for the Sabah polls.GRS will contest 55 seats in total in the elections.

[Full Video] Hajiji's speech at unveiling of GRS candidates for Sabah polls

The demolition of houses in Kampung Jalan Papan, Pandamaran, has entered its third day today, in what appears to violate the state government’s commitment that only vacant, unoccupied homes would be torn down.Checks by Malaysiakini as of noon found that four houses, including two that were still occupied, had been demolished.Earlier, tensions rose when residents, activists, and PSM members blocked developers from demolishing homes that were still inhabited.

The demolition of houses in Kampung Jalan Papan, Pandamaran, has entered its third day today, in what appears to violate the state government’s commitment that only vacant, unoccupied homes would be torn down.Checks by Malaysiakini as of noon found that four houses, including two that were still occupied, had been demolished.Earlier, tensions rose when residents, activists, and PSM members blocked developers from demolishing homes that were still inhabited.

Activists, residents continue to protest against demolition of Kg Papan homes

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).

Sabah polls: Rafizi cautions PKR against fielding candidates who had defected

The late Bersih acting chairperson, Shahrul Aman Shaari, and SIS Forum have been named among the winners of the 38th Lim Lian Geok Spirit Award, in recognition of their unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and social reform in Malaysia.Bersih and the Malaysian Centre for Constitutionalism and Human Rights (MCCHR) nominated the two recipients, respectively.The 38th edition of the award also honoured three other recipients from various fields, namely headmistress Hee Kam Fong, former Universiti Malaya student activist Lee Phung Koon and educationist Teoh Huat.

The late Bersih acting chairperson, Shahrul Aman Shaari, and SIS Forum have been named among the winners of the 38th Lim Lian Geok Spirit Award, in recognition of their unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and social reform in Malaysia.Bersih and the Malaysian Centre for Constitutionalism and Human Rights (MCCHR) nominated the two recipients, respectively.The 38th edition of the award also honoured three other recipients from various fields, namely headmistress Hee Kam Fong, former Universiti Malaya student activist Lee Phung Koon and educationist Teoh Huat.

SIS Forum, late Bersih acting chair among recipients of Lim Lian Geok Spirit Award

Deputy Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister R Ramanan said the government remains committed to supporting bumiputera fruit pickle entrepreneurs through various financing and grant programmes.“For the information of the members of the house, the ministry is always committed to strengthening the competitiveness of micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including entrepreneurs who run fruit pickle businesses - pickle, not pickleball,” he said in jest.He was responding to Siti Mastura Muhammad (PN-Kepala Batas), who asked how the government is helping bumiputera entrepreneurs in the business of pickled fruit, known as “jeruk” in Malay, to improve competitiveness, obtain halal certification, and access wider markets locally and internationally.

Deputy Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister R Ramanan said the government remains committed to supporting bumiputera fruit pickle entrepreneurs through various financing and grant programmes.“For the information of the members of the house, the ministry is always committed to strengthening the competitiveness of micro, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including entrepreneurs who run fruit pickle businesses - pickle, not pickleball,” he said in jest.He was responding to Siti Mastura Muhammad (PN-Kepala Batas), who asked how the government is helping bumiputera entrepreneurs in the business of pickled fruit, known as “jeruk” in Malay, to improve competitiveness, obtain halal certification, and access wider markets locally and internationally.

Govt won't leave bumi 'jeruk' producers in a pickle - deputy minister

Norhayati Arifin, the wife of missing activist Amri Che Mat, has questioned what Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been doing for the last three years.This was after Saifuddin said on Monday that he is waiting to get a detailed briefing from the police on Amri and pastor Raymond Koh’s disappearance while ordering them to reopen investigations.

Norhayati Arifin, the wife of missing activist Amri Che Mat, has questioned what Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been doing for the last three years.This was after Saifuddin said on Monday that he is waiting to get a detailed briefing from the police on Amri and pastor Raymond Koh’s disappearance while ordering them to reopen investigations.

'Has the home minister not read the report?' - Amri's wife

Displaced Gaza residents like Mahmoud Ayyoub have begun returning to what remains of their homes after two years of Israel-Hamas war, navigating rubble and danger.Ayyoub's neighborhood is barely livable — no water, no roads, and the threat of renewed war looms.Nearby areas remain under Israeli control, making return impossible for many. Despite the ceasefire, hope is fragile, and life remains on hold.*Video provided by DW

Displaced Gaza residents like Mahmoud Ayyoub have begun returning to what remains of their homes after two years of Israel-Hamas war, navigating rubble and danger.Ayyoub's neighborhood is barely livable — no water, no roads, and the threat of renewed war looms.Nearby areas remain under Israeli control, making return impossible for many. Despite the ceasefire, hope is fragile, and life remains on hold.*Video provided by DW

Gaza ceasefire: Palestinians return to war-torn homes

An opposition lawmaker has urged the government to take action against Malaysiakini over its report detailing a coordinated campaign by at least 263 accounts to artificially boost support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Facebook.Referring to the exposé published on Sept 30, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari (PN-Pasir Mas) pressed Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching to address why Putrajaya has yet to “summon” the news site over claims made in the article.“I think Malaysiakini should face action for spreading things that tarnish the prime minister’s image,” the PAS MP said in an additional question to Teo in the Dewan Rakyat today.

An opposition lawmaker has urged the government to take action against Malaysiakini over its report detailing a coordinated campaign by at least 263 accounts to artificially boost support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Facebook.Referring to the exposé published on Sept 30, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari (PN-Pasir Mas) pressed Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching to address why Putrajaya has yet to “summon” the news site over claims made in the article.“I think Malaysiakini should face action for spreading things that tarnish the prime minister’s image,” the PAS MP said in an additional question to Teo in the Dewan Rakyat today.

Why didn't govt summon Mkini over report on PM 'cybertroopers'? - PAS MP

Putrajaya will not appeal against the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling affirming Sabah’s entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state.The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) said the federal government respects the constitutional principle of the “Special Grant” under Article 112C of the Federal Constitution and has agreed to proceed with negotiations with the Sabah government immediately.

Putrajaya will not appeal against the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling affirming Sabah’s entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state.The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) said the federal government respects the constitutional principle of the “Special Grant” under Article 112C of the Federal Constitution and has agreed to proceed with negotiations with the Sabah government immediately.

Govt will not appeal Sabah 40pct revenue ruling - AGC

Businessperson Albert Tei has released another video in the Sabah corruption scandal - the latest of which implicates caretaker state youth and sports minister Ellron Angin.In the video uploaded to the "Pejuang Tun Dr Mahathir" Facebook page yesterday, Ellron can be seen discussing with Tei the receipt of alleged RM530,000 in funds.In July, Ellron denied receiving an alleged RM530,000 bribe in connection with the corruption scandal, dismissing the accusation as "baseless slander".Malaysiakini has contacted Ellron, caretaker state chief minister Hajiji Noor, and his aide for comment.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/reel/815329431278884Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760464

Businessperson Albert Tei has released another video in the Sabah corruption scandal - the latest of which implicates caretaker state youth and sports minister Ellron Angin.In the video uploaded to the "Pejuang Tun Dr Mahathir" Facebook page yesterday, Ellron can be seen discussing with Tei the receipt of alleged RM530,000 in funds.In July, Ellron denied receiving an alleged RM530,000 bribe in connection with the corruption scandal, dismissing the accusation as "baseless slander".Malaysiakini has contacted Ellron, caretaker state chief minister Hajiji Noor, and his aide for comment.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/reel/815329431278884Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760464

'Money to buy car, shop' - Albert drops 'RM500k' video

Sabah corruption scandal whistleblower Albert Tei has amplified a call for Malaysians to attend an anti-graft rally scheduled outside the MACC headquarters this Friday.Tei, who was charged as an alleged bribe giver in the Sabah mining scandal, said Sabahans in Peninsular Malaysia, in particular, should join him to pressure MACC into pressing charges against other implicated assemblypersons.https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760421

Sabah corruption scandal whistleblower Albert Tei has amplified a call for Malaysians to attend an anti-graft rally scheduled outside the MACC headquarters this Friday.Tei, who was charged as an alleged bribe giver in the Sabah mining scandal, said Sabahans in Peninsular Malaysia, in particular, should join him to pressure MACC into pressing charges against other implicated assemblypersons.https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760421

'Tangkap jerung': Albert thanks PAS and Bersatu, asks why DAP silent

The ringgit is trading at RM4.16 against the US dollar, making it the best-performing currency in Asia, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar, who also serves as Finance Minister, said the ringgit’s performance was achieved despite earlier criticism of the government when the domestic currency had weakened against the greenback.

The ringgit is trading at RM4.16 against the US dollar, making it the best-performing currency in Asia, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar, who also serves as Finance Minister, said the ringgit’s performance was achieved despite earlier criticism of the government when the domestic currency had weakened against the greenback.