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’ 

DAP Chairman Lim Guan Eng is relieved and grateful for today's High Court decision that ruled in his favour in the defamation suit against Muhyiddin Yassin.The court today ruled that Muhyiddin had defamed the former Finance Minister and ordered him to pay damages of RM1.35 million.This relates to allegations made by the former finance minister regarding the cancellation of tax exemptions to the Albukhary Foundation during the PH administration.

DAP Chairman Lim Guan Eng is relieved and grateful for today's High Court decision that ruled in his favour in the defamation suit against Muhyiddin Yassin.The court today ruled that Muhyiddin had defamed the former Finance Minister and ordered him to pay damages of RM1.35 million.This relates to allegations made by the former finance minister regarding the cancellation of tax exemptions to the Albukhary Foundation during the PH administration.

I'm grateful to have received justice and cleared my name - Guan Eng

The government would not be reviewing the decision to appoint U Mobile as the country’s second 5G network operator, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.He stressed the decision pertaining to U Mobile was made unanimously by the commissioners from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) without interference from the administration.

The government would not be reviewing the decision to appoint U Mobile as the country’s second 5G network operator, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.He stressed the decision pertaining to U Mobile was made unanimously by the commissioners from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) without interference from the administration.

No need for govt to review U Mobile's appointment - Fahmi

The process of recording the testimony of FashionValet founders, related to the investment losses of Khazanah and Permodalan Nasional Bhd, which continued today was completed after about five hours.The couple, Vivy Yusof and  Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar, were seen leaving the MACC headquarters at 1:58 PM, accompanied by their lawyer, Shaarvin Raaj Selva Kumar.

The process of recording the testimony of FashionValet founders, related to the investment losses of Khazanah and Permodalan Nasional Bhd, which continued today was completed after about five hours.The couple, Vivy Yusof and Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar, were seen leaving the MACC headquarters at 1:58 PM, accompanied by their lawyer, Shaarvin Raaj Selva Kumar.

FashionValet: Vivy, Fadza leave MACC after five hours of questioning 

A Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) military cadet has been charged with hurting a fellow cadet with a hot steam iron.  Amirul Iskandar Norhanizan pleaded not guilty to causing harm to Muhammad Salman Mohd Saiful Surash at UPNM, Sungai Besi camp in Kuala Lumpur on October 22.

A Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) military cadet has been charged with hurting a fellow cadet with a hot steam iron. Amirul Iskandar Norhanizan pleaded not guilty to causing harm to Muhammad Salman Mohd Saiful Surash at UPNM, Sungai Besi camp in Kuala Lumpur on October 22.

UPNM cadet charged with causing hurt with hot steam iron

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has reminded his officers escorting VVIPs to uphold the law, following recent indictments of two police personnel.

IGP warns VVIP escort officers: Uphold the law or face consequences

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria has expressed concern that “Malay dominance” in Malaysia is under threat.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, Razman argued that initiatives like the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme could enable non-Malay communities to gain disproportionate influence in the country.He warned that the MM2H programme, aimed at attracting long-term foreign residents, could eventually lead to significant policy shifts.

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria has expressed concern that “Malay dominance” in Malaysia is under threat.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, Razman argued that initiatives like the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme could enable non-Malay communities to gain disproportionate influence in the country.He warned that the MM2H programme, aimed at attracting long-term foreign residents, could eventually lead to significant policy shifts.

[Interview] Razman warns MM2H could undermine 'Malay dominance'

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria appeared to especially be concerned about education, viewing it as a key area under threat.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, the opposition leader of the Perak State Legislative Assembly, claims that Malaysian education system is threatened by calls to recognize the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC).

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria appeared to especially be concerned about education, viewing it as a key area under threat.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, the opposition leader of the Perak State Legislative Assembly, claims that Malaysian education system is threatened by calls to recognize the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC).

[Interview]  PAS Perak considers UEC a threat to Malaysian education

The Malaysian Armed Forces confirmed six members of the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) were injured in an explosion near Saida Stadium, Lebanon, yesterday.News report mentioned that a drone strike targeted a civilian vehicle and killed three passengers but also damaged a bus carrying Malbatt personnel.

The Malaysian Armed Forces confirmed six members of the Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) were injured in an explosion near Saida Stadium, Lebanon, yesterday.News report mentioned that a drone strike targeted a civilian vehicle and killed three passengers but also damaged a bus carrying Malbatt personnel.

Six Malbatt members injured in Israeli drone strike in Lebanon

The Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin defamed former finance minister Lim Guan Eng over the issue of the revocation of Albukhary Foundation’s tax exemption status.Judicial commissioner Roz Mawar Rozain ordered Muhyiddin to pay RM1.35 million in damages to Lim.

The Kuala Lumpur High Court ruled former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin defamed former finance minister Lim Guan Eng over the issue of the revocation of Albukhary Foundation’s tax exemption status.Judicial commissioner Roz Mawar Rozain ordered Muhyiddin to pay RM1.35 million in damages to Lim.

Court orders Muhyiddin to pay RM1.3 million for defaming Guan Eng

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today paid a courtesy visit to Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking a significant highlight of Anwar’s visit to China.At a press conference, Anwar confirmed he had invited Xi to attend the ASEAN-GCC Summit, set to be held in Malaysia next year.He also emphasized that while Malaysia-China relations are growing stronger, this does not mean Malaysia is taking sides, as the country maintains a balanced and neutral stance.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today paid a courtesy visit to Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking a significant highlight of Anwar’s visit to China.At a press conference, Anwar confirmed he had invited Xi to attend the ASEAN-GCC Summit, set to be held in Malaysia next year.He also emphasized that while Malaysia-China relations are growing stronger, this does not mean Malaysia is taking sides, as the country maintains a balanced and neutral stance.

PM Anwar meets Xi Jinping, affirms close Malaysia-China ties 

Watch the full video of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering a public lecture at Peking University, Beijing, 7 November 2024.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1088063752949778

Watch the full video of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim delivering a public lecture at Peking University, Beijing, 7 November 2024.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1088063752949778

[Full Video] PM Anwar Ibrahim delivers speech at Peking University, China

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

Tempers flared in the Dewan Rakyat when Kampar MP Chong Zhemin questioned the 'loyalty' of Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong, sparking a heated exchange.Chong raised concerns about whether the MCA president might follow in the footsteps of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, who had previously withdrawn his support for the government.

Tempers flared in the Dewan Rakyat when Kampar MP Chong Zhemin questioned the 'loyalty' of Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong, sparking a heated exchange.Chong raised concerns about whether the MCA president might follow in the footsteps of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, who had previously withdrawn his support for the government.

'He wants to be like Muar?' - PH MP questions Wee Ka Siong's 'loyalty'

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continued his packed schedule in Beijing with a business meeting at China International Capital Corp (CICC), a leading investment firm. Following the meeting, he toured Huawei's Executive Briefing Centre and held discussions with its senior executives. Despite his busy itinerary, the 77-year-old Prime Minister also delivered a public lecture at Peking University.Video source: Prime Minister's Office

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continued his packed schedule in Beijing with a business meeting at China International Capital Corp (CICC), a leading investment firm. Following the meeting, he toured Huawei's Executive Briefing Centre and held discussions with its senior executives. Despite his busy itinerary, the 77-year-old Prime Minister also delivered a public lecture at Peking University.Video source: Prime Minister's Office

PM Anwar’s Beijing visit: Business talks with CICC and Huawei tour

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the police’s decision to invoke the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (Sosma) to detain several leaders from Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH.)The minister said the decision was justified as the investigation was carried out under Section 130B(1) of the Penal Code, which covers organised crime.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the police’s decision to invoke the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (Sosma) to detain several leaders from Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH.)The minister said the decision was justified as the investigation was carried out under Section 130B(1) of the Penal Code, which covers organised crime.

GISBH: KDN defends use of Sosma, citing 'organised crime' elements

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today stressed to the Dewan Rakyat that a purported royal addendum ordering house arrest for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak is only hearsay.In his response to queries by several MPs on the matter, Saifuddin referred them to the Kuala Lumpur High Court's decision in July which dismissed Najib's legal action to affirm the addendum's existence.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today stressed to the Dewan Rakyat that a purported royal addendum ordering house arrest for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak is only hearsay.In his response to queries by several MPs on the matter, Saifuddin referred them to the Kuala Lumpur High Court's decision in July which dismissed Najib's legal action to affirm the addendum's existence.

Addendum on Najib's house arrest is hearsay, Saifuddin tells Parliament

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will begin proceedings concerning investment losses that Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) incurred.Its chairperson Mas Ermieyati Samsudin announced that the proceedings relate to investments made in the fashion business FashionValet.

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will begin proceedings concerning investment losses that Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) incurred.Its chairperson Mas Ermieyati Samsudin announced that the proceedings relate to investments made in the fashion business FashionValet.

PAC to grill Khazanah, PNB over RM44m loss in FashionValet investment

Wee Ka Siong (BN-Ayer Hitam) has called on Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli to address alleged inaccuracies in the Dewan Rakyat regarding the development and implementation costs of the Main Database System (Padu), in a bid to clear his name.Wee expressed his disappointment, saying Rafizi accused him of lying by citing "incorrect" data on Padu's costs.Following this, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul suggested that Wee submit a motion if he seeks an apology or correction from Rafizi.

Wee Ka Siong (BN-Ayer Hitam) has called on Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli to address alleged inaccuracies in the Dewan Rakyat regarding the development and implementation costs of the Main Database System (Padu), in a bid to clear his name.Wee expressed his disappointment, saying Rafizi accused him of lying by citing "incorrect" data on Padu's costs.Following this, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul suggested that Wee submit a motion if he seeks an apology or correction from Rafizi.

'I want to clear my name!' - Wee demands Rafizi’s explanation over 'lying' accusation

A nephew of Sultan Pahang, Tengku Eddie Akasya Tengku Abd Rahman is among five accused of assaulting 44-year-old Alias Awang in Kuantan.The attack occurred on June 6 and was first reported by Malaysiakini on 5th September drawing attention from Pahang Crown Prince, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah.

A nephew of Sultan Pahang, Tengku Eddie Akasya Tengku Abd Rahman is among five accused of assaulting 44-year-old Alias Awang in Kuantan.The attack occurred on June 6 and was first reported by Malaysiakini on 5th September drawing attention from Pahang Crown Prince, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah.

Pahang Tengku Muda's son, cop charged with assaulting man

Top officials from the Communications Ministry were not involved in the decision to appoint U Mobile as the country's second 5G network operator, said its minister Fahmi Fadzil.He said this when Hassan Abdul Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) grilled the minister on whether the U Mobile shareholders were a factor in the decision-making.The MCMC's decision to appoint U Mobile faces scrutiny due to its largest shareholders: Temasek-linked Straits Mobile Investments (48.3%) and Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim (22.3%).

Top officials from the Communications Ministry were not involved in the decision to appoint U Mobile as the country's second 5G network operator, said its minister Fahmi Fadzil.He said this when Hassan Abdul Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) grilled the minister on whether the U Mobile shareholders were a factor in the decision-making.The MCMC's decision to appoint U Mobile faces scrutiny due to its largest shareholders: Temasek-linked Straits Mobile Investments (48.3%) and Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim (22.3%).

5G: MCMC chose U Mobile on its own, minister not involved - Fahmi

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has urged the Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) to evaluate whether the National Professors’ Council (NPC) remains a vital force in driving academic expertise to support the nation’s development.This is after the committee identified several concerns, including the inability to determine NPC’s effectiveness and functions.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8nELl_rLPo

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has urged the Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) to evaluate whether the National Professors’ Council (NPC) remains a vital force in driving academic expertise to support the nation’s development.This is after the committee identified several concerns, including the inability to determine NPC’s effectiveness and functions.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8nELl_rLPo

PAC urges govt to assess if professors council still relevant

Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof defended the "bonus" paid by Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad (PHB) despite the government-linked company failing to meet its 2023 key performance indicator (KPI). Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Fadillah explained that the payout, described as a "special payment" or "incentive," was due to increased revenue. Previously it was reported that PHB achieved only 42% of its KPI for 2023 but still decided to award a bonus of 2.75 months.

Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof defended the "bonus" paid by Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad (PHB) despite the government-linked company failing to meet its 2023 key performance indicator (KPI). Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, Fadillah explained that the payout, described as a "special payment" or "incentive," was due to increased revenue. Previously it was reported that PHB achieved only 42% of its KPI for 2023 but still decided to award a bonus of 2.75 months.

'Due to increased revenue' - DPM justifies Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad 'bonus

The upcoming PKR election, expected to take place next year, will be Anwar Ibrahim’s final term as the party’s president.PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh, as quoted by Utusan Online, said the party constitution permits each president to serve up to three terms.

The upcoming PKR election, expected to take place next year, will be Anwar Ibrahim’s final term as the party’s president.PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh, as quoted by Utusan Online, said the party constitution permits each president to serve up to three terms.

‘Anwar approaching PKR president term limit, but can still remain PM’

The MACC has frozen several private and company bank accounts linked to FashionValet founders Vivy Yusof and Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar. The accounts, amounting to RM1.1 million, were frozen as part of the agency's "Op Favish" investigation.Earlier yesterday, MACC officers raided the couple’s Mont Kiara home after they were brought there from the agency’s headquarters, where they had been providing statements.

The MACC has frozen several private and company bank accounts linked to FashionValet founders Vivy Yusof and Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar. The accounts, amounting to RM1.1 million, were frozen as part of the agency's "Op Favish" investigation.Earlier yesterday, MACC officers raided the couple’s Mont Kiara home after they were brought there from the agency’s headquarters, where they had been providing statements.

FashionValet: MACC freezes RM1.1m in bank accounts, seizes RM200,000 luxury items

More than 300 cats left in cages in two houses in Bangkok have been rescued after neighbours alerted animal activists that their owner had abandoned them.

The cats were thought to have been strays the owner had given shelter to. But she could no longer afford to feed them after her circumstances changed due to the coronavirus pandemic, said activist Warattada Pattarodom.

"The owner did not come to this place for quite a while, many months," Pattarodom said.

More than 300 abandoned cats rescued from two Bangkok houses