[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: PAS more qualified to lead PN, says Hashim; PAS as PM? It's pointless to dream, says Zaid

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: No cover-up in Sabah scandal, says PM; Anwar had 24 years to prepare for UPSR - Hanipa

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court acquitted and discharged the late Daim Zainuddin of an asset disclosure charge today.The court granted the acquittal following an application by deputy public prosecutor Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin for the case to be withdrawn.Daim’s lawyer initially argued for the criminal court to continue with the case in spite of prosecutors not wanting to, and that in the alternative the deceased should be acquitted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has given the Anwar Ibrahim-led federal administration a grade of “D” in its mid-term evaluation, with the poor performance attributed to the coalition government’s failure to carry out significant institutional reforms.In a presentation of what Bersih dubbed the government’s report card last night, the electoral reform group also ranked Anwar behind its predecessors Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Dr Mahathir Mohamad in fulfilling their reform promises.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court acquitted and discharged the late Daim Zainuddin of an asset disclosure charge today.The court granted the acquittal following an application by deputy public prosecutor Wan Shaharuddin Wan Ladin for the case to be withdrawn.Daim’s lawyer initially argued for the criminal court to continue with the case in spite of prosecutors not wanting to, and that in the alternative the deceased should be acquitted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has given the Anwar Ibrahim-led federal administration a grade of “D” in its mid-term evaluation, with the poor performance attributed to the coalition government’s failure to carry out significant institutional reforms.In a presentation of what Bersih dubbed the government’s report card last night, the electoral reform group also ranked Anwar behind its predecessors Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Dr Mahathir Mohamad in fulfilling their reform promises.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Court acquits late Daim of asset disclosure charge; Bersih gives Madani govt 'D grade'

[KiniNews] The wife of the late former finance minister Daim Zainuddin has demanded that the attorney-general (AG) continue with the asset-disclosure criminal court case against the deceased.Na’imah Abdul Khalid today said that she wished for the case to continue in court to clear the Daim's name."Daim looked forward to his day in court and had no doubt that he would be finally acquitted. We will not allow (Prime Minister) Anwar Ibrahim to hide behind Daim’s death to evade responsibility for his repeated public slanders against Daim," she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has urged the government, particularly three ministries, to resolve the abuse of the migrant worker quota system.This comes after Malaysiakini exposed how several unscrupulous quarters abuse the system to reap enormous profits.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] The wife of the late former finance minister Daim Zainuddin has demanded that the attorney-general (AG) continue with the asset-disclosure criminal court case against the deceased.Na’imah Abdul Khalid today said that she wished for the case to continue in court to clear the Daim's name."Daim looked forward to his day in court and had no doubt that he would be finally acquitted. We will not allow (Prime Minister) Anwar Ibrahim to hide behind Daim’s death to evade responsibility for his repeated public slanders against Daim," she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has urged the government, particularly three ministries, to resolve the abuse of the migrant worker quota system.This comes after Malaysiakini exposed how several unscrupulous quarters abuse the system to reap enormous profits.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: Don't hide behind Daim's death, widow tells PM; Resolve migrant worker quota abuse - MP

[KiniNews] Kinabatangan MP Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Zizie Izette Abdul Samad's acquittal in an RM2.8 million corruption case has been nullified.The Court of Appeal this morning allowed the prosecution's appeal for the couple to be ordered to enter defence in the criminal case linked to unit trust investments.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has instructed social media platform operators to remove video and audio content related to the alleged Sabah corruption scandal.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the MCMC received removal requests from the police and MACC.He said this is because it could compromise the police and MACC’s investigations into the alleged corruption of several Sabah assemblypersons and a death threat to the whistleblower.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Kinabatangan MP Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Zizie Izette Abdul Samad's acquittal in an RM2.8 million corruption case has been nullified.The Court of Appeal this morning allowed the prosecution's appeal for the couple to be ordered to enter defence in the criminal case linked to unit trust investments.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has instructed social media platform operators to remove video and audio content related to the alleged Sabah corruption scandal.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the MCMC received removal requests from the police and MACC.He said this is because it could compromise the police and MACC’s investigations into the alleged corruption of several Sabah assemblypersons and a death threat to the whistleblower.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Bung and wife ordered to enter defence; MCMC orders removal of Sabah graft video - Fahmi

[KiniNews] A businessperson, who has been rattling Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s administration with his videos, has unveiled a fourth recording which suggests that the state’s top leader is aware about the quantum of the alleged kickbacks to elected representatives.The clip featured Deputy Chief Minister Shahelmey Yahya, who also serves as the state’s works minister.The businessperson, who admitted to offering bribes to the politicians in exchange for supporting his application for a mining exploration licence, told Malaysiakini that the latest video is an edited version of the one Malaysiakini sighted.Malaysiakini has contacted Shahelmey for comment.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim fired a salvo at Bersatu vice-president Ahmad Faizal Azumu for his remarks that the public should focus on their livelihoods instead of claims on the corruption case.“If we do not worry about corruption, there will be less food on the table, Peja (Faizal),” said Zaid.___________________Read the full story on the whistleblower’s video here: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726058In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] A businessperson, who has been rattling Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s administration with his videos, has unveiled a fourth recording which suggests that the state’s top leader is aware about the quantum of the alleged kickbacks to elected representatives.The clip featured Deputy Chief Minister Shahelmey Yahya, who also serves as the state’s works minister.The businessperson, who admitted to offering bribes to the politicians in exchange for supporting his application for a mining exploration licence, told Malaysiakini that the latest video is an edited version of the one Malaysiakini sighted.Malaysiakini has contacted Shahelmey for comment.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim fired a salvo at Bersatu vice-president Ahmad Faizal Azumu for his remarks that the public should focus on their livelihoods instead of claims on the corruption case.“If we do not worry about corruption, there will be less food on the table, Peja (Faizal),” said Zaid.___________________Read the full story on the whistleblower’s video here: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726058In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: CM knows everyone's portion, deputy CM tells whistleblower; Zaid responds to Peja

[KiniNews] Former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon, who accused Chief Minister Hajiji Noor of abusing his powers, could not hold back tears when he touched on the plight of the people in his state, where hardcore poverty is six times the national rate.Recounting an incident in 2005 when he was with the Sabah Mineral and Geoscience Department, he said close to 5,000 applications were received for three vacancies.According to Jontih, one applicant cried during the interview as he was desperate for a better-paying job.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah assemblyperson Rubin Balang said the video showing him talking about business dealings with a whistleblower had no elements of corruption.However, the Kemabong lawmaker said he would give full cooperation to the MACC if investigated.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

[KiniNews] Former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon, who accused Chief Minister Hajiji Noor of abusing his powers, could not hold back tears when he touched on the plight of the people in his state, where hardcore poverty is six times the national rate.Recounting an incident in 2005 when he was with the Sabah Mineral and Geoscience Department, he said close to 5,000 applications were received for three vacancies.According to Jontih, one applicant cried during the interview as he was desperate for a better-paying job.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah assemblyperson Rubin Balang said the video showing him talking about business dealings with a whistleblower had no elements of corruption.However, the Kemabong lawmaker said he would give full cooperation to the MACC if investigated.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!

#KiniNews: Ex-CEO sheds tears over 'poor' Sabah; No elements of graft in meeting, says Sabah rep

A whistleblower, who claims to have incriminating videos of Sabah assemblypersons, has released a new recording featuring veteran politician Rubin Balang. The whistleblower clarified to Malaysiakini that the video does not involve bribery, but rather a negotiation regarding a mining project, in which he sought to use a firm under his children’s name after his previous license was revoked.Meanwhile, former finance minister Daim Zainuddin passed away this morning at Assunta Hospital in Petaling Jaya at the age of 86. Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad mourned the loss of his friend, lamenting that despite Daim's significant contributions, he was unfairly vilified.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

A whistleblower, who claims to have incriminating videos of Sabah assemblypersons, has released a new recording featuring veteran politician Rubin Balang. The whistleblower clarified to Malaysiakini that the video does not involve bribery, but rather a negotiation regarding a mining project, in which he sought to use a firm under his children’s name after his previous license was revoked.Meanwhile, former finance minister Daim Zainuddin passed away this morning at Assunta Hospital in Petaling Jaya at the age of 86. Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad mourned the loss of his friend, lamenting that despite Daim's significant contributions, he was unfairly vilified.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Whistleblower drops Sabah rep’s video, Daim Zainuddin dies at 86

[KiniNews] The whistleblower, who grabbed headlines over an alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, appealed to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar to review the evidence he possessed and decide if he should be accorded protection.In an open letter to the monarch, the businessperson, for the first time, confessed that he had given the alleged bribes to the eight state assemblypersons.“I swear that, at the time, I was desperate and saw no alternative, as I had already invested heavily in preparation for the mineral exploration project and had incurred debts with investors..The GLC’s CEO confirmed to me that licenses would only be issued if a YB backed the applicant,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the whistleblower has also released a video which is not part of the eight that involve politicians.This video features former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon claiming that decisions made in relation to the state-government-owned firm were “very politically driven”.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] The whistleblower, who grabbed headlines over an alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, appealed to Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar to review the evidence he possessed and decide if he should be accorded protection.In an open letter to the monarch, the businessperson, for the first time, confessed that he had given the alleged bribes to the eight state assemblypersons.“I swear that, at the time, I was desperate and saw no alternative, as I had already invested heavily in preparation for the mineral exploration project and had incurred debts with investors..The GLC’s CEO confirmed to me that licenses would only be issued if a YB backed the applicant,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the whistleblower has also released a video which is not part of the eight that involve politicians.This video features former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon claiming that decisions made in relation to the state-government-owned firm were “very politically driven”.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Whistleblower pens open letter to Agong, reveals video on alleged corruption scandal

[KiniNews] The whistleblower in possession of video evidence regarding an alleged corruption scandal involving several politicians has sent an official letter to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim requesting he be granted protection before lodging an MACC report.The letter, a copy of which was furnished to Malaysiakini, claimed that apart from the eight assemblypersons, the state’s “top leader” (pemimpin tertinggi) was also involved in the matter.It is learnt that the letter was drafted after one of the prime minister’s aides reached out to the whistleblower following his comments in a Malaysiakini article where he expressed concern over potential reprisals and appealed for Anwar to intervene.Meanwhile, the whistleblower provided Malaysiakini with a brief audio recording of a politician purportedly discussing the bribe he had received to support a project in his state.This is the 17-second clip which MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki told Malaysiakini was played during a meeting between the whistleblower’s lawyer and the commission’s officers on Oct 30.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] The whistleblower in possession of video evidence regarding an alleged corruption scandal involving several politicians has sent an official letter to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim requesting he be granted protection before lodging an MACC report.The letter, a copy of which was furnished to Malaysiakini, claimed that apart from the eight assemblypersons, the state’s “top leader” (pemimpin tertinggi) was also involved in the matter.It is learnt that the letter was drafted after one of the prime minister’s aides reached out to the whistleblower following his comments in a Malaysiakini article where he expressed concern over potential reprisals and appealed for Anwar to intervene.Meanwhile, the whistleblower provided Malaysiakini with a brief audio recording of a politician purportedly discussing the bribe he had received to support a project in his state.This is the 17-second clip which MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki told Malaysiakini was played during a meeting between the whistleblower’s lawyer and the commission’s officers on Oct 30.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Whistleblower sends letter to PM; Exclusive - 'RM500k sahaja' audio clip revealed

The Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled that former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin defamed former finance minister Lim Guan Eng over the alleged revocation of Albukhary Foundation’s tax-exempt status.Judicial commissioner Roz Mawar Rozain ordered Muhyiddin to pay RM1.35 million in damages to LimIn a statement today, Muhyiddin expressed disappointment over the court's decision but will remove his related social media posts to comply with the court's ruling.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

The Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled that former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin defamed former finance minister Lim Guan Eng over the alleged revocation of Albukhary Foundation’s tax-exempt status.Judicial commissioner Roz Mawar Rozain ordered Muhyiddin to pay RM1.35 million in damages to LimIn a statement today, Muhyiddin expressed disappointment over the court's decision but will remove his related social media posts to comply with the court's ruling.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Muhyiddin ordered to pay Guan Eng RM1.3m, ‘I have cleared my name’ 

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has dismissed claims that a royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest is anything more than baseless ‘hearsay’In a fiery retort to questions raised by several MPs in the Dewan Rakyat, Saifuddin tore into the rumours, pointing to the Kuala Lumpur High Court's decisive ruling in July, which unequivocally shot down Najib's attempt to legally confirm the addendum’s existence.In another development, the pressure is mounting on Khazanah Nasional and Permodalan Nasional Berhad, with both government-linked companies (GLCs) now under intense scrutiny. The ongoing MACC probe into their troubled FashionValet investment has intensified, and the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is also launching its own investigation into the matter___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has dismissed claims that a royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest is anything more than baseless ‘hearsay’In a fiery retort to questions raised by several MPs in the Dewan Rakyat, Saifuddin tore into the rumours, pointing to the Kuala Lumpur High Court's decisive ruling in July, which unequivocally shot down Najib's attempt to legally confirm the addendum’s existence.In another development, the pressure is mounting on Khazanah Nasional and Permodalan Nasional Berhad, with both government-linked companies (GLCs) now under intense scrutiny. The ongoing MACC probe into their troubled FashionValet investment has intensified, and the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is also launching its own investigation into the matter___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib not qualified for house arrest, addendum only hearsay  - Saifuddin

Republican candidate Donald Trump has surpassed the 270 electoral college votes needed to win the 2024 US presidential election.Trump defeated his rival, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, by winning 277 electoral votes, and securing his spot as the nation’s 47th president, according to Fox News, which traditionally favours Trump and the Republican Party.In another development, a war of words erupts as Umno leaders Mohamad Hasan and Dr. Muhamad Akmal Saleh fire back at DAP veteran, Tony Pua over the FashionValet investment scandal.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Republican candidate Donald Trump has surpassed the 270 electoral college votes needed to win the 2024 US presidential election.Trump defeated his rival, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, by winning 277 electoral votes, and securing his spot as the nation’s 47th president, according to Fox News, which traditionally favours Trump and the Republican Party.In another development, a war of words erupts as Umno leaders Mohamad Hasan and Dr. Muhamad Akmal Saleh fire back at DAP veteran, Tony Pua over the FashionValet investment scandal.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Trump returns to White House, ‘America First’ agenda takes centre stage

[KiniNews] After waiting for justice to be served for more than five months, deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong is disappointed that he did not catch a glimpse of the police officer who assaulted him.Ong was also upset that his assailant was let off with a RM1,000 fine.His response was shared with Malaysiakini through the assistance of a sign language interpreter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP wants Pendang MP Awang Hashim to apologise and repent for making defamatory statements regarding an alleged discovery of RM94 million in cash at the residence of a former minister from the party.Party chairperson Lim Guan Eng said Awang was clearly making allegations against former human resources minister V Sivakumar.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] After waiting for justice to be served for more than five months, deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong is disappointed that he did not catch a glimpse of the police officer who assaulted him.Ong was also upset that his assailant was let off with a RM1,000 fine.His response was shared with Malaysiakini through the assistance of a sign language interpreter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP wants Pendang MP Awang Hashim to apologise and repent for making defamatory statements regarding an alleged discovery of RM94 million in cash at the residence of a former minister from the party.Party chairperson Lim Guan Eng said Awang was clearly making allegations against former human resources minister V Sivakumar.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: I wanted to see his face, says disappointed deaf driver; DAP wants Awang to apologise

[KiniNews] The police officer who assaulted deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong pleaded guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court today.The court then sentenced Muhammad Taufik Ismail to a RM1,000 fine for causing hurt to the 47-year-old deaf driver around 11.40am in front of the lobby of St Regis Hotel in Kuala Lumpur on May 28.During the open-court proceedings, Taufik apologised through his lawyer A Ashok.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC was at FashionValet Sdn Bhd’s office in Kuala Lumpur today as part of investigations into the local fashion brand.The anti-graft body said that four locations were raided simultaneously.Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Permodalan Nasional Berhad’s (PNB) losses after investing public funds amounting to RM43.9 million are being investigated under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009, which governs the offence of providing false claims.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The police officer who assaulted deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong pleaded guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court today.The court then sentenced Muhammad Taufik Ismail to a RM1,000 fine for causing hurt to the 47-year-old deaf driver around 11.40am in front of the lobby of St Regis Hotel in Kuala Lumpur on May 28.During the open-court proceedings, Taufik apologised through his lawyer A Ashok.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC was at FashionValet Sdn Bhd’s office in Kuala Lumpur today as part of investigations into the local fashion brand.The anti-graft body said that four locations were raided simultaneously.Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Permodalan Nasional Berhad’s (PNB) losses after investing public funds amounting to RM43.9 million are being investigated under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009, which governs the offence of providing false claims.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Cop pleads guilty to assaulting deaf driver, fined RM1k; MACC raids FashionValet office

[KiniNews] For ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak to redeem himself in court, it all hinges on comprehensive evidence, not sentiment, said former attorney-general Abu Talib Othman.He said Najib still has an opportunity to clear himself of charges of misappropriating 1MDB funds when he gives his sworn testimony on Dec 2, but this depends on whether the evidence he presented is genuine..“This is Najib’s chance to provide his testimony and defend himself if he believes there are facts that can support his position," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim, who is an Umno member, has claimed that Umno has abandoned Najib.He said in Najib’s case, there are numerous issues which can become narratives to show that Najib is not as how he is portrayed about being directly involved in the 1MDB scandal.However, he said Umno is not raising these issues and it is as if Umno accepts that he is guilty___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] For ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak to redeem himself in court, it all hinges on comprehensive evidence, not sentiment, said former attorney-general Abu Talib Othman.He said Najib still has an opportunity to clear himself of charges of misappropriating 1MDB funds when he gives his sworn testimony on Dec 2, but this depends on whether the evidence he presented is genuine..“This is Najib’s chance to provide his testimony and defend himself if he believes there are facts that can support his position," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim, who is an Umno member, has claimed that Umno has abandoned Najib.He said in Najib’s case, there are numerous issues which can become narratives to show that Najib is not as how he is portrayed about being directly involved in the 1MDB scandal.However, he said Umno is not raising these issues and it is as if Umno accepts that he is guilty___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib needs clear evidence to clear himself, says ex-AG; Umno pretending to care - Zaid

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered Najib Abdul Razak to enter his defence over four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts involving RM2.27 billion of funds from 1MDB.Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah ruled that the prosecution succeeded in establishing a prima facie (answerable case) against the former prime minister over the Minister of Finance Incorporated (MOF Inc) company.During open-court proceedings today, the former finance minister indicated he would give a sworn statement from the witness stand.Meanwhile, in a separate story, following the decision Najib's daughter Nooryana Najwa shared a message on not losing hope.Last night, she had also posted a photograph of her father, who has been in prison since August 2022, with the message: “We will get through this together. Sentiasa bersamamu (with you always).”___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered Najib Abdul Razak to enter his defence over four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts involving RM2.27 billion of funds from 1MDB.Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah ruled that the prosecution succeeded in establishing a prima facie (answerable case) against the former prime minister over the Minister of Finance Incorporated (MOF Inc) company.During open-court proceedings today, the former finance minister indicated he would give a sworn statement from the witness stand.Meanwhile, in a separate story, following the decision Najib's daughter Nooryana Najwa shared a message on not losing hope.Last night, she had also posted a photograph of her father, who has been in prison since August 2022, with the message: “We will get through this together. Sentiasa bersamamu (with you always).”___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib ordered to enter defence in 1MDB case; Storms make people stronger, says Nooryana

[KiniNews] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has praised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as a “good leader” for accepting former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology for the 1MDB scandal.“A good leader should accept apologies from anyone, and Umno stands by the statement made by the secretary-general (Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki)," he reportedly said.“We believe Najib was misled by somebody and a group of people, and this matter should be taken seriously," he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the criminal court will decide tomorrow whether Najib will walk free or must answer 25 counts of abuse of power and money laundering involving RM2.27 billion from 1MDB.The Kuala Lumpur High Court end-of-prosecution ruling will come on the heels of the former prime minister's statement last week where he apologised over the 1MDB debacle while still maintaining his innocence.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has praised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as a “good leader” for accepting former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology for the 1MDB scandal.“A good leader should accept apologies from anyone, and Umno stands by the statement made by the secretary-general (Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki)," he reportedly said.“We believe Najib was misled by somebody and a group of people, and this matter should be taken seriously," he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the criminal court will decide tomorrow whether Najib will walk free or must answer 25 counts of abuse of power and money laundering involving RM2.27 billion from 1MDB.The Kuala Lumpur High Court end-of-prosecution ruling will come on the heels of the former prime minister's statement last week where he apologised over the 1MDB debacle while still maintaining his innocence.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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: Anwar a 'good leader' for accepting Najib's apology - Zahid; Najib to know fate tomorrow

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.“I’m the prime minister…’father of the nation’…when someone apologises, what else should I say? So, I just said I welcome it, he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer-activist Latheefa Koya has challenged Anwar to publicly state that he would oppose any move to get an early release for Najib.Unimpressed with Anwar’s justification, Latheefa said there are good reasons why social media/the internet exploded in anger when Anwar accepted Najib’s apology.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN—📌 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.“I’m the prime minister…’father of the nation’…when someone apologises, what else should I say? So, I just said I welcome it, he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer-activist Latheefa Koya has challenged Anwar to publicly state that he would oppose any move to get an early release for Najib.Unimpressed with Anwar’s justification, Latheefa said there are good reasons why social media/the internet exploded in anger when Anwar accepted Najib’s apology.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN—📌 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: Anwar pans critics over Najib 1MDB apology row; Latheefa responds to Anwar

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he reportedly said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.“(It is) Not his job. Since Najib maintains innocence, Anwar’s acceptance condones the crime," she said.___________________📌 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he reportedly said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.“(It is) Not his job. Since Najib maintains innocence, Anwar’s acceptance condones the crime," she said.___________________📌 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: Anwar welcomes Najib's 1MDB apology; 'PM has no business accepting apology' - Latheefa

[KiniNews] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which was ignored for years.This is in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar Ishak also said that Pakatan Harapan had raised the 1MDB issue since 2011.___________________📌 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] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which was ignored for years.This is in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar Ishak also said that Pakatan Harapan had raised the 1MDB issue since 2011.___________________📌 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: Najib apologises over 1MDB debacle, maintains innocence; PKR Youth hits back at Akmal

[KiniNews] Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali was charged this morning at the Selayang Sessions Court with being a member of an organised crime group.Nasiruddin’s wife Azura Md Yusof was also charged with the same offence, as were 20 other GISBH members - 12 men and eight women.The Selayang court complex was under heavy police security while the individuals were there, with the courtroom cleared except for the accused, court officials, and media personnel.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said more than 30 other individuals associated with GISBH and detained under Sosma are still being investigated."We arrested approximately 60 people under SOSMA. After that, we worked with the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC), and with the evidence we had, we were able to charge 22 individuals," he said.___________________📌 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] Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali was charged this morning at the Selayang Sessions Court with being a member of an organised crime group.Nasiruddin’s wife Azura Md Yusof was also charged with the same offence, as were 20 other GISBH members - 12 men and eight women.The Selayang court complex was under heavy police security while the individuals were there, with the courtroom cleared except for the accused, court officials, and media personnel.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said more than 30 other individuals associated with GISBH and detained under Sosma are still being investigated."We arrested approximately 60 people under SOSMA. After that, we worked with the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC), and with the evidence we had, we were able to charge 22 individuals," he said.___________________📌 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: GISBH CEO charged with organised crime; Remaining detainees still being investigated -IGP

[KiniNews] Umno’s Mohamed Khairuddin Aman Razali has hit out at PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man over his remarks on Anwar Ibrahim’s declaration that he would not accept salaries as the prime minister and finance minister.Khairuddin, a former PAS ulama council member, said the PAS leadership must feel compassion for Pasti workers who are not paid or given allowances because PAS Youth had classified them as volunteers and perhaps, the teachers in Pasti are angels too.He said this in response to Tuan Ibrahim who had pointed out yesterday that even Prophet Muhammad accepted what Allah had provided and quipped that Anwar must therefore be a malaikat or angel.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor’s special officer has buried the hatchet with a night market trader following a purported altercation between them.The special officer, Salmy Anas Ahmad, also said that there is no issue between them and they have known each other for more than a year.___________________📌 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] Umno’s Mohamed Khairuddin Aman Razali has hit out at PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man over his remarks on Anwar Ibrahim’s declaration that he would not accept salaries as the prime minister and finance minister.Khairuddin, a former PAS ulama council member, said the PAS leadership must feel compassion for Pasti workers who are not paid or given allowances because PAS Youth had classified them as volunteers and perhaps, the teachers in Pasti are angels too.He said this in response to Tuan Ibrahim who had pointed out yesterday that even Prophet Muhammad accepted what Allah had provided and quipped that Anwar must therefore be a malaikat or angel.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor’s special officer has buried the hatchet with a night market trader following a purported altercation between them.The special officer, Salmy Anas Ahmad, also said that there is no issue between them and they have known each other for more than a year.___________________📌 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: Umno cleric responds to Tuan Ibrahim over PM's pay; MB's aide makes peace with trader

[KiniNews] The government is prepared for choppy waters ahead over its commitment to rolling back petrol subsidies in mid-2025, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.In an interview with Bloomberg Television, he acknowledged that the politically sensitive pledge is likely to evoke a public backlash when it takes effect.“My hope, and our responsibility in the government, is to make sure that we manage this properly so that it is sustainable,” said Rafizi.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has taken the government to task for referring to the T15 (top 15 percent) income group in the Budget 2025 tabled last Friday even though its parameters have yet to be defined.He said this in response to Rafizi saying the T15 classification was being refined.___________________📌 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] The government is prepared for choppy waters ahead over its commitment to rolling back petrol subsidies in mid-2025, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.In an interview with Bloomberg Television, he acknowledged that the politically sensitive pledge is likely to evoke a public backlash when it takes effect.“My hope, and our responsibility in the government, is to make sure that we manage this properly so that it is sustainable,” said Rafizi.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has taken the government to task for referring to the T15 (top 15 percent) income group in the Budget 2025 tabled last Friday even though its parameters have yet to be defined.He said this in response to Rafizi saying the T15 classification was being refined.___________________📌 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: RON 95- Govt prepared for choppy waters, says Rafizi; 'Don't announce first, think later'

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has tabled his coalition government’s third fiscal plan for the nation in the Dewan Rakyat today.Anwar, who is also finance minister, said Budget 2025 will further drive economic growth and ensure justice for the people.Among others, Anwar announced an increase in cash aids, special allowances for civil servants and pensioners, an expansion of a more progressive Sales and Services Tax as well as details on the long-awaited subsidy rationalisation programme for RON95 petrol.He also indicated that the government has plans to draft a new law to allow “house arrest” as an alternative punishment for selected offences. This was included in a portion of his budget speech that focused on “second chances”.He did not verbally announce this in the Dewan Rakyat but the plans were included in the printout of his Budget 2025 speech released by the Finance Ministry.___________________📌 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has tabled his coalition government’s third fiscal plan for the nation in the Dewan Rakyat today.Anwar, who is also finance minister, said Budget 2025 will further drive economic growth and ensure justice for the people.Among others, Anwar announced an increase in cash aids, special allowances for civil servants and pensioners, an expansion of a more progressive Sales and Services Tax as well as details on the long-awaited subsidy rationalisation programme for RON95 petrol.He also indicated that the government has plans to draft a new law to allow “house arrest” as an alternative punishment for selected offences. This was included in a portion of his budget speech that focused on “second chances”.He did not verbally announce this in the Dewan Rakyat but the plans were included in the printout of his Budget 2025 speech released by the Finance Ministry.___________________📌 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