[KiniNews] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the first day of the oral test for the SPM went smoothly nationwide today.She reportedly said that no SPM candidates, including those in flood-affected states, were left out from sitting for the examination.Fadhlina added that the ministry successfully completed the large-scale relocation of SPM candidates in collaboration with the security agencies yesterday.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan (above, left) was not the only PN MP to do so, but their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders only.___________________📌 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] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the first day of the oral test for the SPM went smoothly nationwide today.She reportedly said that no SPM candidates, including those in flood-affected states, were left out from sitting for the examination.Fadhlina added that the ministry successfully completed the large-scale relocation of SPM candidates in collaboration with the security agencies yesterday.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan (above, left) was not the only PN MP to do so, but their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders only.___________________📌 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: Floods- SPM oral exams went smoothly, says Minister; It's not just Shahidan, says Zahid

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has responded to Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin's proposal to establish an umbrella body similar to the United Chinese School Committee Association but for bumiputera NGOs.He said Muhyiddin's proposal reflects a misunderstanding of both Dong Zong and the current system and pointed out that Bumiputera rights are already supported by various government policies and institutions, such as MARA. He added that rather than proposing something new and unnecessary, Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled and the gaps in MARA’s efforts that need to be addressed.Note:AI Voiceover

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has responded to Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin's proposal to establish an umbrella body similar to the United Chinese School Committee Association but for bumiputera NGOs.He said Muhyiddin's proposal reflects a misunderstanding of both Dong Zong and the current system and pointed out that Bumiputera rights are already supported by various government policies and institutions, such as MARA. He added that rather than proposing something new and unnecessary, Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled and the gaps in MARA’s efforts that need to be addressed.Note:AI Voiceover

Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled, says Lip Eng

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today urged the private sector to assist with flood aid.He told Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) staffers this morning that the aid can be in the form of funds or machinery.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/948003014056432

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today urged the private sector to assist with flood aid.He told Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) staffers this morning that the aid can be in the form of funds or machinery.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/948003014056432

PM Anwar urges private sector to help with flood aid

An Umno veteran has hit out at Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar for not joining Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday to oversee the flood situation in the state.Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub described Samsuri’s decision to attend the Bersatu annual general assembly in Selangor as a sign of disrespect.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727598

An Umno veteran has hit out at Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar for not joining Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday to oversee the flood situation in the state.Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub described Samsuri’s decision to attend the Bersatu annual general assembly in Selangor as a sign of disrespect.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727598

'Prioritising political allies over the people' - Umno veteran hits out at T’ganu MB

The PAS women's wing has urged the government to postpone the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations as many students have been affected by floods.The wing’s information chief Dr Najihatussalehah Ahmad said the Education Ministry’s solution of relocating SPM students to government facilities where they can continue to prepare for and undertake the exams, is flawed.Note:AI Voiceover

The PAS women's wing has urged the government to postpone the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations as many students have been affected by floods.The wing’s information chief Dr Najihatussalehah Ahmad said the Education Ministry’s solution of relocating SPM students to government facilities where they can continue to prepare for and undertake the exams, is flawed.Note:AI Voiceover

PAS: Relocating SPM flood victims doesn't help them mentally

Several MPs reacted in anger to Pendang MP Awang Hashim's pantun in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, which had mocked DAP.Awang Hashim, in his 4-line pantun, alluded to DAP being a party without integrity, which prompted RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong) to raise his objection with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar) also standing up to back him.They described Awang’s pantun as disrespectful and urged deputy speaker Mohd Shahar Abdullah to order the Perikatan Nasional leader to retract it.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/gpnAKnFHH0c

Several MPs reacted in anger to Pendang MP Awang Hashim's pantun in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, which had mocked DAP.Awang Hashim, in his 4-line pantun, alluded to DAP being a party without integrity, which prompted RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong) to raise his objection with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar) also standing up to back him.They described Awang’s pantun as disrespectful and urged deputy speaker Mohd Shahar Abdullah to order the Perikatan Nasional leader to retract it.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/gpnAKnFHH0c

Uproar in Dewan Rakyat over Pendang MP's pantun mocking DAP

Perikatan Nasional will include the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in its campaign for the  upcoming Sabah state election next year, said coalition chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.In a press conference yesterday, he said he agreed to a request from Bersatu vice-president Ronald Kiandee, who asked for the party to include the issue in its election manifesto.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/BedMWDrBhLkytZfo/

Perikatan Nasional will include the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in its campaign for the upcoming Sabah state election next year, said coalition chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.In a press conference yesterday, he said he agreed to a request from Bersatu vice-president Ronald Kiandee, who asked for the party to include the issue in its election manifesto.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/BedMWDrBhLkytZfo/

Muhyiddin: PN will include MA63 in campaign for Sabah polls

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan was not the only PN MP to do so, but said their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders.Note:AI Voiceover

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan was not the only PN MP to do so, but said their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders.Note:AI Voiceover

It’s not just Shahidan who met me, says Zahid

PAS has the right to want a prime ministerial candidate from its party, said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.However, the Bersatu president said such decisions are made by component party leaders within the coalition and not him.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

PAS has the right to want a prime ministerial candidate from its party, said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.However, the Bersatu president said such decisions are made by component party leaders within the coalition and not him.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Muhyiddin: PAS has a right to want a PM from their party

Bersatu is weighing all its options and may drag the MACC into a legal battle for freezing the party’s fund accounts, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.Muhyiddin claimed that it was unlawful for MACC to continue suspending Bersatu’s access to its accounts for over 12 months.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Bersatu is weighing all its options and may drag the MACC into a legal battle for freezing the party’s fund accounts, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.Muhyiddin claimed that it was unlawful for MACC to continue suspending Bersatu’s access to its accounts for over 12 months.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Muhyiddin: Bersatu mulls legal action against MACC over frozen accounts

Veteran lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has volunteered to represent a whistleblower accusing Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assembly members of accepting bribes in exchange for supporting a mineral exploration licence application.Shafee clarified that his involvement is not politically motivated and stated that whistleblowers must be safeguarded from any consequences to encourage them to speak out.In another development, newly minted Bersatu deputy president Hamzah Zainudin revealed today that a Perikatan Nasional lawmaker had recently met Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and suggested that the party quit the government.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Veteran lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has volunteered to represent a whistleblower accusing Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assembly members of accepting bribes in exchange for supporting a mineral exploration licence application.Shafee clarified that his involvement is not politically motivated and stated that whistleblowers must be safeguarded from any consequences to encourage them to speak out.In another development, newly minted Bersatu deputy president Hamzah Zainudin revealed today that a Perikatan Nasional lawmaker had recently met Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and suggested that the party quit the government.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Shafee to represent Sabah 'scandal' whistleblower’, 'Old friend' from PN met Zahid

Shahidan Kassim’s invitation for UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to join the coalition was nothing more than idle talk in Parliament.According to Perikatan Nasional Secretary-General Hamzah Zainudin, the Arau MP did not have the mandate to extend such an offer to other parties.

Shahidan Kassim’s invitation for UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to join the coalition was nothing more than idle talk in Parliament.According to Perikatan Nasional Secretary-General Hamzah Zainudin, the Arau MP did not have the mandate to extend such an offer to other parties.

Hamzah reveals 'old friend' from PN met Zahid in Parliament

Umno leader Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has criticized Kelantan state exco Kamarudin Md Noor's proposal to turn floods into a tourist attraction, calling it short-sighted. He stressed that floods are a serious disaster requiring urgent and careful attention.

Umno leader Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has criticized Kelantan state exco Kamarudin Md Noor's proposal to turn floods into a tourist attraction, calling it short-sighted. He stressed that floods are a serious disaster requiring urgent and careful attention.

Asyraf slams Kelantan exco's proposal to turn floods into tourist attraction

Umno Supreme Council member Lokman Noor Adam fires back at Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin after his mockery of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin had accused Anwar of resorting to “bersilat" to wriggle out of the mess created over his recent overseas trips.In response, Lokman suggested Muhyiddin should take a break, focus on his court cases, and clean up the mess within his own party. 

Umno Supreme Council member Lokman Noor Adam fires back at Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin after his mockery of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin had accused Anwar of resorting to “bersilat" to wriggle out of the mess created over his recent overseas trips.In response, Lokman suggested Muhyiddin should take a break, focus on his court cases, and clean up the mess within his own party.

Look in the mirror before criticising PM, Lokman tells Muhyiddin

Bersatu Deputy President Hamzah Zainudin has dismissed claims of internal divisions within the party, describing the situation as nothing more than minor "ripples," which he says are normal in any political organization.His comments come amidst growing speculation about the party’s internal unity.Source: https://www.facebook.com/hamzahzainudinofficial/videos/474018341893797

Bersatu Deputy President Hamzah Zainudin has dismissed claims of internal divisions within the party, describing the situation as nothing more than minor "ripples," which he says are normal in any political organization.His comments come amidst growing speculation about the party’s internal unity.Source: https://www.facebook.com/hamzahzainudinofficial/videos/474018341893797

Who said Bersatu is divided? There's just a little 'rippling', says Hamzah 

Perlis Mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin is suing Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) for RM10 million in defamation damages.He filed the lawsuit at the Shah Alam High Court on Oct 1 over a press conference by GISBH on Aug 29.

Perlis Mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin is suing Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) for RM10 million in defamation damages.He filed the lawsuit at the Shah Alam High Court on Oct 1 over a press conference by GISBH on Aug 29.

Perlis Mufti files RM10 million defamation suit against GISBH

The recently concluded Bersatu election has put forth a great team to lead the party and country forward, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin cited his success in arranging for the election of a “compromise team” to alleviate friction in the party.

The recently concluded Bersatu election has put forth a great team to lead the party and country forward, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin cited his success in arranging for the election of a “compromise team” to alleviate friction in the party.

[Interview] What I planned has come together, Bersatu is ready - Muhyiddin

Mohamed Azmin Ali has been appointed as the Secretary-General of Bersatu for the 2024-2027 Supreme Leadership Council session, effective yesterday.Meanwhile, former Umno leader and Special Affairs Department (Jasa) director Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz has been appointed as the new Bersatu information chief.

Mohamed Azmin Ali has been appointed as the Secretary-General of Bersatu for the 2024-2027 Supreme Leadership Council session, effective yesterday.Meanwhile, former Umno leader and Special Affairs Department (Jasa) director Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz has been appointed as the new Bersatu information chief.

Azmin appointed as Bersatu sec gen, Tun Faisal named info chief

Continuous heavy rain has caused a significant increase in the number of flood victims across several states, with Kelantan recording the highest number. As of this morning, 59,232 people have been relocated to 221 temporary relief centers (PPS), compared to 50,947 people in 207 PPS last night.

Continuous heavy rain has caused a significant increase in the number of flood victims across several states, with Kelantan recording the highest number. As of this morning, 59,232 people have been relocated to 221 temporary relief centers (PPS), compared to 50,947 people in 207 PPS last night.

Number of flood victims rises sharply, Kelantan records the highest

When Malaysiakini exposed the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, both sides of the divide appeared muted in their response.This prompted speculation that it is because Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is considered a valuable asset for politicians on this side of the South China Sea.However, Perikatan Nasional chief Muhyiddin Yassin denied this allegation, arguing it is difficult to make a stand beyond calling for an investigation because he is not aware of the “whole story”.When asked if Perikatan Nasional's reaction would have been different if the state implicated was under Pakatan Harapan, Muhyiddin said their stance would remain unchanged, emphasizing that the matter must be investigated regardless of the state involved.

When Malaysiakini exposed the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, both sides of the divide appeared muted in their response.This prompted speculation that it is because Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is considered a valuable asset for politicians on this side of the South China Sea.However, Perikatan Nasional chief Muhyiddin Yassin denied this allegation, arguing it is difficult to make a stand beyond calling for an investigation because he is not aware of the “whole story”.When asked if Perikatan Nasional's reaction would have been different if the state implicated was under Pakatan Harapan, Muhyiddin said their stance would remain unchanged, emphasizing that the matter must be investigated regardless of the state involved.

[Interview] Sabah graft: Muhyiddin denies different reaction if it's PH state

[KiniNews] Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86. The tycoon’s death was confirmed by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired."It is with great sadness that we announce the demise of our chairperson, Ananda Krishnan Tatparandam, who passed away peacefully on Nov 28," the company said.Ranked among Malaysia's richest men, his business empire includes stakes in Maxis and Astro.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism has urged the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.___________________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] Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86. The tycoon’s death was confirmed by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired."It is with great sadness that we announce the demise of our chairperson, Ananda Krishnan Tatparandam, who passed away peacefully on Nov 28," the company said.Ranked among Malaysia's richest men, his business empire includes stakes in Maxis and Astro.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism has urged the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.___________________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: Ananda Krishnan dies at 86; AGC urged to reinstate charges against Najib, Irwan

Penang PAS Youth said they will consider BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as prone to “lying” if he fails to disclose who purportedly tried to persuade his coalition to leave the government.Penang PAS information chief Ibrahim Ani expressed doubts about the deputy prime minister’s claims.

Penang PAS Youth said they will consider BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as prone to “lying” if he fails to disclose who purportedly tried to persuade his coalition to leave the government.Penang PAS information chief Ibrahim Ani expressed doubts about the deputy prime minister’s claims.

Penang PAS Youth calls on Zahid to reveal MPs who wooed BN to leave govt

Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86.The tycoon’s death was confirmed in a statement issued by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired.

Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86.The tycoon’s death was confirmed in a statement issued by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired.

Business tycoon Ananda Krishnan dies at 86

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said economic considerations, although very important, will not constrain Malaysia’s stance in voicing the demands and justice of the Palestinian people, especially in Gaza.He said Malaysia as an independent and sovereign country will continue to voice its stance on international issues including the oppression and tyranny in Gaza.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vp5AkIoyTvM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said economic considerations, although very important, will not constrain Malaysia’s stance in voicing the demands and justice of the Palestinian people, especially in Gaza.He said Malaysia as an independent and sovereign country will continue to voice its stance on international issues including the oppression and tyranny in Gaza.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vp5AkIoyTvM

PM: Economic considerations do not limit Malaysia's stance on Gaza conflict

Na'imah Abdul Khalid has succeeded in having her court-impounded passport permanently returned to her.The Court of Appeal today allowed the appeal by the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, ruling that the lower court erred in allowing the impounding of the travel document as part of bail terms.

Na'imah Abdul Khalid has succeeded in having her court-impounded passport permanently returned to her.The Court of Appeal today allowed the appeal by the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, ruling that the lower court erred in allowing the impounding of the travel document as part of bail terms.

Daim's wife gets her passport permanently returned

The body of a man was found at the landslide site in Batang Kali, Selangor by the Search and Rescue (SAR) team, raising the death toll to 26.In a statement today, the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department said the man was found around 11.16am today.“The operation of taking out the body is underway,” said the department in a statement.

The body of a man was found at the landslide site in Batang Kali, Selangor by the Search and Rescue (SAR) team, raising the death toll to 26.In a statement today, the Selangor Fire and Rescue Department said the man was found around 11.16am today.“The operation of taking out the body is underway,” said the department in a statement.

Batang Kali tragedy: Death toll now 26