The family of the late navy cadet J Soosaimanicckam handed a memorandum to the Bukit Aman police headquarters in Kuala Lumpur today, calling for an investigation into his death.His brother, Charles Joseph said they were devastated with the tragedy and were seeking justice.

The family of the late navy cadet J Soosaimanicckam handed a memorandum to the Bukit Aman police headquarters in Kuala Lumpur today, calling for an investigation into his death.His brother, Charles Joseph said they were devastated with the tragedy and were seeking justice.

'We want justice' - Late navy cadet's family submits memorandum to police

[KiniNews] Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has criticised those who turn corruption into a racial and religious issue.After pointing out that a large number of those detained for corruption are Muslims, he also noted that certain quarters, whom he did not name, have questioned the reasons for not arresting those who give bribes along the lines that the latter group comprise non-Muslims.“If our faith as Muslims is truly strong, we would not take bribes. There is no need to blame others. There is no need to blame non-Muslims,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has responded to those who criticised her for raining praise on Thai shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who defeated Malaysian ace Lee Zii Jia in the semifinals of the Paris Olympics 2024.The DAP lawmaker cited the “Olympic values” which emphasise “respect and friendship” as well as its goal to “build a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practised without discrimination”.___________________📌 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] Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has criticised those who turn corruption into a racial and religious issue.After pointing out that a large number of those detained for corruption are Muslims, he also noted that certain quarters, whom he did not name, have questioned the reasons for not arresting those who give bribes along the lines that the latter group comprise non-Muslims.“If our faith as Muslims is truly strong, we would not take bribes. There is no need to blame others. There is no need to blame non-Muslims,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has responded to those who criticised her for raining praise on Thai shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who defeated Malaysian ace Lee Zii Jia in the semifinals of the Paris Olympics 2024.The DAP lawmaker cited the “Olympic values” which emphasise “respect and friendship” as well as its goal to “build a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practised without discrimination”.___________________📌 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: Don't blame non-Muslims for graft, says Ayob Khan; Hannah Yeoh responds to critics

An unemployed man faced 15 charges related to the kidnapping of a six-year-old girl, Albertine Leo Jia Hui, in two separate Johor Bahru Sessions Courts and the Kulai Magistrate’s Court today.Leang Win Son, 31, pleaded not guilty to all charges read in Chinese.

An unemployed man faced 15 charges related to the kidnapping of a six-year-old girl, Albertine Leo Jia Hui, in two separate Johor Bahru Sessions Courts and the Kulai Magistrate’s Court today.Leang Win Son, 31, pleaded not guilty to all charges read in Chinese.

Albertine Leo case: Unemployed man faces 15 charges

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has criticised those who turn corruption into a racial and religious issue.After pointing out that a large number of those detained for corruption are Muslims, he also noted that certain quarters, whom he did not name, have questioned the reasons for not arresting those who give bribes along the lines that the latter group comprise non-Muslims.“If our faith as Muslims is truly strong, we would not take bribes. There is no need to blame others. There is no need to blame non-Muslims,” he said.

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has criticised those who turn corruption into a racial and religious issue.After pointing out that a large number of those detained for corruption are Muslims, he also noted that certain quarters, whom he did not name, have questioned the reasons for not arresting those who give bribes along the lines that the latter group comprise non-Muslims.“If our faith as Muslims is truly strong, we would not take bribes. There is no need to blame others. There is no need to blame non-Muslims,” he said.

Don't blame non-Muslims for graft, says DIGP

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has responded to those who criticised her for raining praise on Thai shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who defeated Malaysian ace Lee Zii Jia in the semifinals of the Paris Olympics 2024.The DAP lawmaker cited the “Olympic values” which emphasise “respect and friendship” as well as its goal to “build a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practised without discrimination”.

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has responded to those who criticised her for raining praise on Thai shuttler Kunlavut Vitidsarn, who defeated Malaysian ace Lee Zii Jia in the semifinals of the Paris Olympics 2024.The DAP lawmaker cited the “Olympic values” which emphasise “respect and friendship” as well as its goal to “build a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport practised without discrimination”.

Yeoh responds to critics over post on Thai shuttler

BN’s alleged usage of government-owned premises for its election operation in Nenggiri clearly contradicts the practice of clean and fair elections, said electoral watchdog Bersih.Government premises and buildings should not be used as the election campaign headquarters of any political party, Bersih told Malaysiakini.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/714816

BN’s alleged usage of government-owned premises for its election operation in Nenggiri clearly contradicts the practice of clean and fair elections, said electoral watchdog Bersih.Government premises and buildings should not be used as the election campaign headquarters of any political party, Bersih told Malaysiakini.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/714816

It's a clear violation, says Bersih on BN usage of govt buildings in by-election

Former finance minister Daim Zainuddin is seeking the MACC report that initiated a criminal investigation against him.The businessperson said this is necessary to ensure a fair criminal trial of his asset-disclosure court case

Former finance minister Daim Zainuddin is seeking the MACC report that initiated a criminal investigation against him.The businessperson said this is necessary to ensure a fair criminal trial of his asset-disclosure court case

Daim seeks MACC's report against him on asset-disclosure case

The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) has urged the government to stop harassing the media in its bid to compel the disclosure of sources.It said protection of sources is an internationally recognised principle, and invoking “archaic and repressive local laws” to force the media to reveal sources is likely to prevent whistleblowing and lead journalists to self-censor.

The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) has urged the government to stop harassing the media in its bid to compel the disclosure of sources.It said protection of sources is an internationally recognised principle, and invoking “archaic and repressive local laws” to force the media to reveal sources is likely to prevent whistleblowing and lead journalists to self-censor.

Protection of news sources is an internationally recognised principle - CIJ tells govt

Bersatu vice-president Mohd Radzi Md Jidin describes the process of selecting the Perikatan Nasional candidate as “very difficult” as he fears history repeating itself.He said there were many candidates who fit the criteria and the one they found was from PAS, while the Nenggiri seat belongs to Bersatu.He explained that this resulted in his party requesting for PN candidate to be transferred from PAS to Bersatu.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1026502772503682

Bersatu vice-president Mohd Radzi Md Jidin describes the process of selecting the Perikatan Nasional candidate as “very difficult” as he fears history repeating itself.He said there were many candidates who fit the criteria and the one they found was from PAS, while the Nenggiri seat belongs to Bersatu.He explained that this resulted in his party requesting for PN candidate to be transferred from PAS to Bersatu.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1026502772503682

Radzi: Choosing PN candidate for Nenggiri polls was difficult

[KiniNews] Former Umno minister Nazri Aziz has joined Muafakat Nasional, the NGO which is helmed by another former Umno minister Annuar Musa.However, the Malaysian ambassador to the United States, who had declared his support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has distanced himself from Annuar’s backing for Perikatan Nasional.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Nazri clarified that he is still an Umno member. Annuar, on the other hand, is a PAS member.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kini News Lab has found that the allocated salary for the prime minister position in Malaysia is lower than those of six state MBs or chief ministers.This is despite the PM position being the most sought-after political position.___________________📌 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 Umno minister Nazri Aziz has joined Muafakat Nasional, the NGO which is helmed by another former Umno minister Annuar Musa.However, the Malaysian ambassador to the United States, who had declared his support for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has distanced himself from Annuar’s backing for Perikatan Nasional.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Nazri clarified that he is still an Umno member. Annuar, on the other hand, is a PAS member.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kini News Lab has found that the allocated salary for the prime minister position in Malaysia is lower than those of six state MBs or chief ministers.This is despite the PM position being the most sought-after political position.___________________📌 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: Nazri joins Muafakat Nasional; PM salary lower than six state MBs or CMs

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has courted flak from netizens and opposition lawmakers, over her post on Thailand's badminton player Kunlavut Vitidsarn, where she had lauded him on his silver medal in the men’s singles at the Paris Olympics.Her post courted flak from netizens and opposition lawmakers with Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad, who was the former deputy youth and sports minister, claiming that her remarks were insensitive.

Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has courted flak from netizens and opposition lawmakers, over her post on Thailand's badminton player Kunlavut Vitidsarn, where she had lauded him on his silver medal in the men’s singles at the Paris Olympics. Her post courted flak from netizens and opposition lawmakers with Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad, who was the former deputy youth and sports minister, claiming that her remarks were insensitive.

Hannah Yeoh courts flak over post on Thai badminton player

Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis who joined PAS while on suspension from Umno has advised Nenggiri voters not to vote for candidates who "migrate" to other parties for allocation, like the incumbent for the state seat Mohd Azizi Abu NaimJailani first won the Rembia seat on a PKR ticket during the 14th general election in 2018, and two years later defected to BN along with three others from Pakatan Harapan to form the new state government.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/KMYSqsRkjBSE8jkz/

Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis who joined PAS while on suspension from Umno has advised Nenggiri voters not to vote for candidates who "migrate" to other parties for allocation, like the incumbent for the state seat Mohd Azizi Abu Naim Jailani first won the Rembia seat on a PKR ticket during the 14th general election in 2018, and two years later defected to BN along with three others from Pakatan Harapan to form the new state government. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/KMYSqsRkjBSE8jkz/

Don't choose a candidate who 'migrated' for allocation, says Rembia rep

The riots that erupted in the United Kingdom (UK) have sent a clear message to Malaysia that disinformation or the deliberate spread of fake news cannot be taken lightly, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi, who is also the Unity Government’s spokesperson, said the government took note of the call by the UK members of Parliament in the UK about the urgent need to look into issues related to the spread of false information, especially after the violent rioting continues in England.He said the government is monitoring the UK riots and wants it to be a lesson for Malaysia.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/RoUiVbAAbvKLizYF/

The riots that erupted in the United Kingdom (UK) have sent a clear message to Malaysia that disinformation or the deliberate spread of fake news cannot be taken lightly, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the Unity Government’s spokesperson, said the government took note of the call by the UK members of Parliament in the UK about the urgent need to look into issues related to the spread of false information, especially after the violent rioting continues in England. He said the government is monitoring the UK riots and wants it to be a lesson for Malaysia.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/RoUiVbAAbvKLizYF/

UK riots prove fake news cannot be taken lightly - Fahmi

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called on journalists to cooperate with the police in investigations into their sources.He said his ministry understands the media’s right to protect their sources but existing laws apply.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/RoUiVbAAbvKLizYF/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called on journalists to cooperate with the police in investigations into their sources.He said his ministry understands the media’s right to protect their sources but existing laws apply.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/RoUiVbAAbvKLizYF/

Journos should cooperate with cops if there's any probe over sources, says Fahmi

As the chief executive of the country, the prime minister position is the most highly sought after political position and correspondingly, popularly believed to be the most well-remunerated.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s decision to forgo his salary further supports this perception.However, according to a report by Kini News Lab, checks on remuneration data for the federal and state governments’ top positions reveal otherwise.

As the chief executive of the country, the prime minister position is the most highly sought after political position and correspondingly, popularly believed to be the most well-remunerated.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s decision to forgo his salary further supports this perception.However, according to a report by Kini News Lab, checks on remuneration data for the federal and state governments’ top positions reveal otherwise.

Salary for Prime Minister position lower than six state MBs or CMs

PAS leader Nik Abduh Nik Aziz has likened Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis to Hang Jebat for leaving Umno and joining the Islamist party.Nik Abduh said he had never seen an Umno representative join PAS and described it as a historical moment in Malaysian politics.

PAS leader Nik Abduh Nik Aziz has likened Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis to Hang Jebat for leaving Umno and joining the Islamist party.Nik Abduh said he had never seen an Umno representative join PAS and described it as a historical moment in Malaysian politics.

Jailani is truly like ‘Hang Jebat’, says Nik Abduh

Police have confirmed receiving a report over Malaysiakini’s article claiming that the Bukit Aman federal police headquarters is planning a major reshuffle of its top leadership.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said a Bukit Aman officer lodged the report to facilitate further investigations.

Police have confirmed receiving a report over Malaysiakini’s article claiming that the Bukit Aman federal police headquarters is planning a major reshuffle of its top leadership.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said a Bukit Aman officer lodged the report to facilitate further investigations.

Bukit Aman lodges report over Mkini article on police reshuffle

The opposition's tactic of using Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s slip of the tongue when addressing the Palestine issue is a low blow that won't catch on, said Umno supreme council member Ahmad Maslan.He attributed Zahid's misspeaking to fatigue and a tight schedule, which resulted in the error even though Zahid knew that the event was to support Palestinians.

The opposition's tactic of using Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s slip of the tongue when addressing the Palestine issue is a low blow that won't catch on, said Umno supreme council member Ahmad Maslan.He attributed Zahid's misspeaking to fatigue and a tight schedule, which resulted in the error even though Zahid knew that the event was to support Palestinians.

Ahmad Maslan: Using Zahid's slip of tongue as campaign tool a low blow

Lawmakers who fail to attend Dewan Rakyat sessions for a certain period risk losing their allowances once the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA) comes into effect.Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul said attendance requirements for MPs are clearly stipulated in the law, noting that those who are absent for six consecutive months without a valid reason may lose their seats.“We are just waiting for the PSA to come out. It may have received cabinet clearance. It may be tabled during the end of the third Parliament sitting,” he said.

Lawmakers who fail to attend Dewan Rakyat sessions for a certain period risk losing their allowances once the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA) comes into effect.Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul said attendance requirements for MPs are clearly stipulated in the law, noting that those who are absent for six consecutive months without a valid reason may lose their seats.“We are just waiting for the PSA to come out. It may have received cabinet clearance. It may be tabled during the end of the third Parliament sitting,” he said.

Absent MPs could risk losing allowances, says Johari

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described Meta's action of removing his message of condolence and criticism of the murder of the late Ismail Haniyeh as 'biadap.'Ismail was killed at a guesthouse in Tehran, Iran on July 31 after attending the inauguration ceremony of the new Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian.The Prime Minister’s Office had summoned Meta to get an explanation and demanded that they apologize for taking down the content from the prime minister's official account. Meta has restored the posts, however, the restored posts include a note that they are still in violation of Meta’s community guidelines.KiniTV spoke to several individuals to get their views on the action of the social media platform.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described Meta's action of removing his message of condolence and criticism of the murder of the late Ismail Haniyeh as 'biadap.'Ismail was killed at a guesthouse in Tehran, Iran on July 31 after attending the inauguration ceremony of the new Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian.The Prime Minister’s Office had summoned Meta to get an explanation and demanded that they apologize for taking down the content from the prime minister's official account. Meta has restored the posts, however, the restored posts include a note that they are still in violation of Meta’s community guidelines.KiniTV spoke to several individuals to get their views on the action of the social media platform.

[Voxpop] Meta's removal of PM's post on Haniyeh - 'Are you really surprised?'

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke took a swipe at Gerakan president Dominic Lau today, contrasting his own "big face" to the latter's "thick face".Speaking to reporters, Loke said he accepted Umno's view that there is little need for DAP's assistance in the ongoing Nenggiri by-election campaign because there are very few Chinese voters.I have already said we have the spirit of cooperation. If there was an invitation (from BN), we would go (to Nenggiri)," he said.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke took a swipe at Gerakan president Dominic Lau today, contrasting his own "big face" to the latter's "thick face".Speaking to reporters, Loke said he accepted Umno's view that there is little need for DAP's assistance in the ongoing Nenggiri by-election campaign because there are very few Chinese voters.I have already said we have the spirit of cooperation. If there was an invitation (from BN), we would go (to Nenggiri)," he said.

Loke: My face is big, not thick like Dominic Lau's

Khairy Jamaluddin believes the by-election for the Nenggiri state seat in Kelantan will witness the first “flip” since the general election in 2022.The former Umno leader attributed this to several factors, which included DAP’s absence during the campaign period in the Malay-majority seat located in the PAS-dominated state.Khairy also said the influence of Umno veteran Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah would be a crucial factor in determining the outcome.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh3k2mS2h34&t=0s

Khairy Jamaluddin believes the by-election for the Nenggiri state seat in Kelantan will witness the first “flip” since the general election in 2022.The former Umno leader attributed this to several factors, which included DAP’s absence during the campaign period in the Malay-majority seat located in the PAS-dominated state.Khairy also said the influence of Umno veteran Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah would be a crucial factor in determining the outcome.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh3k2mS2h34&t=0s

KJ believes DAP's absence will help flip seat for Umno in Nenggiri polls

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has described speculations of a major reshuffle involving Bukit Aman's top leadership as "untrue" as the federal police headquarters has not issued an official statement on the matter.Razarudin said police are aware of a news report quoting sources alleging that it was a Bukit Aman "internal plan" with several senior officers expected to be transferred out of the agency."The Royal Malaysian Police urged all quarters to not quote unofficial sources particularly when involving the security forces and government agencies," he said.

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has described speculations of a major reshuffle involving Bukit Aman's top leadership as "untrue" as the federal police headquarters has not issued an official statement on the matter.Razarudin said police are aware of a news report quoting sources alleging that it was a Bukit Aman "internal plan" with several senior officers expected to be transferred out of the agency."The Royal Malaysian Police urged all quarters to not quote unofficial sources particularly when involving the security forces and government agencies," he said.

Bukit Aman reshuffle report 'untrue' - IGP

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has accepted Meta’s apology over the removal of the premier’s social media posts regarding slain Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.The government spokesperson said this is despite Meta representatives’ “poor explanation” on the matter during a meeting with the Prime Minister’s Office yesterday.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1532745687332279/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has accepted Meta’s apology over the removal of the premier’s social media posts regarding slain Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.The government spokesperson said this is despite Meta representatives’ “poor explanation” on the matter during a meeting with the Prime Minister’s Office yesterday.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1532745687332279/

Meta reps couldn't give good answers, but PM accepts apology, says Fahmi

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu has rapped his party members for using the media to lobby for the recently vacated Mahkota state seat in Johor.He said the party should focus on Nenggiri, where Umno is looking to win the seat back from Bersatu.

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu has rapped his party members for using the media to lobby for the recently vacated Mahkota state seat in Johor.He said the party should focus on Nenggiri, where Umno is looking to win the seat back from Bersatu.

Quit lobbying for Mahkota through media, Mat Sabu tells Amanah

Najib Abdul Razak's supporters today chanted 'Bossku' and demanded for his freedom outside the Palace of Justice after a Federal Court bench in a majority 4-1 verdict today denied the former prime minister's review application.Najib will continue to serve his 12-year jail term in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.

Najib Abdul Razak's supporters today chanted 'Bossku' and demanded for his freedom outside the Palace of Justice after a Federal Court bench in a majority 4-1 verdict today denied the former prime minister's review application.Najib will continue to serve his 12-year jail term in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.

Najib supporters shed tears, demand he be freed