[KiniNews] DAP will maintain its position of not pushing for a coalition government to be formed in Johor, said the party’s secretary-general, Anthony Loke.He said he had already told outgoing Johor DAP chief Liew Chin Tong last year not to seek such an agenda and that this position has not changed."Hence, I hope the polemic about a unity government in Johor need not arise. DAP has never and will not beg for government positions," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, in a sarcastic response, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari “apologised” to the home minister and government for congratulating the administration for its action in seizing Swatch watches which promoted LGBTQ+ elements.He said this after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told in an interview with British-American broadcast journalist Mehdi Hasan last week that he disagreed with the action taken.___________________📌 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] DAP will maintain its position of not pushing for a coalition government to be formed in Johor, said the party’s secretary-general, Anthony Loke.He said he had already told outgoing Johor DAP chief Liew Chin Tong last year not to seek such an agenda and that this position has not changed."Hence, I hope the polemic about a unity government in Johor need not arise. DAP has never and will not beg for government positions," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, in a sarcastic response, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari “apologised” to the home minister and government for congratulating the administration for its action in seizing Swatch watches which promoted LGBTQ+ elements.He said this after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told in an interview with British-American broadcast journalist Mehdi Hasan last week that he disagreed with the action taken.___________________📌 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: 'DAP has not and will not beg for govt posts' - Loke; Fadhli retracts praise for govt

Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim announced today that the state will once again revert to Saturday and Sunday as its official weekend days, effective Jan 1, 2025.Tunku Ismail said the decision to change the current Friday and Saturday rest days has received the consent and blessing of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar after considering the views of the Johor Islamic Religious Council.

Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim announced today that the state will once again revert to Saturday and Sunday as its official weekend days, effective Jan 1, 2025.Tunku Ismail said the decision to change the current Friday and Saturday rest days has received the consent and blessing of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar after considering the views of the Johor Islamic Religious Council.

Johor to revert weekend to Saturday and Sunday next year - TMJ

In a sarcastic response, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari “apologised” to the home minister and government for congratulating the administration for its action in seizing Swatch watches celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) rights last year.He said this after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told in an interview with British-American broadcast journalist Mehdi Hasan last week that he disagreed with the action taken.

In a sarcastic response, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari “apologised” to the home minister and government for congratulating the administration for its action in seizing Swatch watches celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) rights last year.He said this after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told in an interview with British-American broadcast journalist Mehdi Hasan last week that he disagreed with the action taken.

Fadhli retracts praise for govt over Swatch raid following Anwar's latest remark

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should be presenting positive instead of negative narratives with regard to the use of Bahasa Malaysia, said former DAP lawmaker Ong Kian Ming.According to him, this would encourage and incentivise others to use BM because it is in their interest to reach the wider BM-speaking community, not because it is being forced on them.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim should be presenting positive instead of negative narratives with regard to the use of Bahasa Malaysia, said former DAP lawmaker Ong Kian Ming.According to him, this would encourage and incentivise others to use BM because it is in their interest to reach the wider BM-speaking community, not because it is being forced on them.

Anwar should highlight positive narratives on use of BM, says Kian Ming

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised certain “elite groups” for their obsession with the English language, which has led them to underestimate the importance of Bahasa Melayu.He said the belief that success and intelligence can only be achieved through mastery of English was misguided.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised certain “elite groups” for their obsession with the English language, which has led them to underestimate the importance of Bahasa Melayu.He said the belief that success and intelligence can only be achieved through mastery of English was misguided.

PM chides 'elite groups' for undermining Bahasa Melayu

Selangor PAS Youth has hit out at the state government over the flood issues in the state.Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar pointed out that billions of ringgit have been allocated for flood mitigation projects in Selangor but the state continues to grapple with flooding.

Selangor PAS Youth has hit out at the state government over the flood issues in the state.Selangor PAS Youth chief Mohamed Sukri Omar pointed out that billions of ringgit have been allocated for flood mitigation projects in Selangor but the state continues to grapple with flooding.

S'gor PAS Youth questions state govt over floods

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that the electricity tariff adjustment and the diesel subsidy rationalisation were not implemented to inflict pain or suffering on the rakyat.Anwar said that instead, billions of ringgit saved from the policies were now being channelled back to the people in terms of other subsidies and cash transfers.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated that the electricity tariff adjustment and the diesel subsidy rationalisation were not implemented to inflict pain or suffering on the rakyat.Anwar said that instead, billions of ringgit saved from the policies were now being channelled back to the people in terms of other subsidies and cash transfers.

Subsidy rationalisation not done to burden the people, says Anwar

A Perikatan Nasional leader has claimed that the relatively low number of political appointments made under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was misleading.This was due to the continued presence of appointees from previous administrations - particularly those linked to Umno, said PN Federal Territories secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais.

A Perikatan Nasional leader has claimed that the relatively low number of political appointments made under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was misleading.This was due to the continued presence of appointees from previous administrations - particularly those linked to Umno, said PN Federal Territories secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais.

Many political appointees from previous administrations still in office, says PN leader

DAP will maintain its position of not pushing for a coalition government to be formed in Johor, said the party’s secretary-general, Anthony Loke.He said he had already told outgoing Johor DAP chief Liew Chin Tong last year not to seek such an agenda and that this position has not changed.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=497810759746695

DAP will maintain its position of not pushing for a coalition government to be formed in Johor, said the party’s secretary-general, Anthony Loke.He said he had already told outgoing Johor DAP chief Liew Chin Tong last year not to seek such an agenda and that this position has not changed.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=497810759746695

DAP not seeking for a unity govt in Johor, says Loke

The Bersatu party polls set for later this month will see its top two positions going uncontested, where incumbent president Muhyiddin Yassin will continue to be at the helm while current secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin is set to be his deputy.Bersatu party elections committee deputy chairperson Saiful Adli Arshad told a press conference earlier today that they only received one nomination each for the party president and deputy president posts.Outgoing deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu, meanwhile, has been named among the six contenders for the three vice-president posts.

The Bersatu party polls set for later this month will see its top two positions going uncontested, where incumbent president Muhyiddin Yassin will continue to be at the helm while current secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin is set to be his deputy. Bersatu party elections committee deputy chairperson Saiful Adli Arshad told a press conference earlier today that they only received one nomination each for the party president and deputy president posts. Outgoing deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu, meanwhile, has been named among the six contenders for the three vice-president posts.

Bersatu polls: Hamzah new deputy president, Peja to contest for veep post

[KiniNews] Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This came in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.PKR activist Syed Badli Shah Syed Osman said it is unbecoming for a senior leader of a government component party to make such a disuniting statement.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Selangor State Fatwa Committee has outlawed the beliefs held by the Global Ikhwan Services and Businesses Holdings (GISBH) group, which practises the Aurad Muhammadiah doctrine.Yesterday, the Selangor Royal Office announced that the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, had approved the decision reached in a Selangor State Fatwa Committee special meeting regarding GISBH.___________________📌 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 has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This came in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.PKR activist Syed Badli Shah Syed Osman said it is unbecoming for a senior leader of a government component party to make such a disuniting statement.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Selangor State Fatwa Committee has outlawed the beliefs held by the Global Ikhwan Services and Businesses Holdings (GISBH) group, which practises the Aurad Muhammadiah doctrine.Yesterday, the Selangor Royal Office announced that the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, had approved the decision reached in a Selangor State Fatwa Committee special meeting regarding GISBH.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: PKR leader hits out at Nur Jazlan, calls for action; S'gor declares GISBH deviant

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today approved the application by former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s wife, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, for the temporary release of her passport for business trips to the United Kingdom and Japan.Judge Azura Alwi approved the request after Nizamuddin Abdul Hamid, Na’imah’s lawyer, informed the court his client was seeking to retrieve her passport from today until Nov 11, and that the prosecution did not object to it.

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today approved the application by former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s wife, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, for the temporary release of her passport for business trips to the United Kingdom and Japan. Judge Azura Alwi approved the request after Nizamuddin Abdul Hamid, Na’imah’s lawyer, informed the court his client was seeking to retrieve her passport from today until Nov 11, and that the prosecution did not object to it.

Na'imah gets temporary release of passport for business trips to UK, Japan

Outgoing Bersatu deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu defended Perikatan Nasional elections director Azmin Ali, who was blamed for the coalition’s loss in the recent Mahkota by-election.At a press conference today, he praised the former Selangor menteri besar for his efforts during the by-election, saying it was among the best election machinery he had seen.

Outgoing Bersatu deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu defended Perikatan Nasional elections director Azmin Ali, who was blamed for the coalition’s loss in the recent Mahkota by-election.At a press conference today, he praised the former Selangor menteri besar for his efforts during the by-election, saying it was among the best election machinery he had seen.

'Among the best election machinery' - Faizal defends Azmin over PN's loss in Mahkota

Is it fair for affluent families to receive subsidies for their children's education? Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim recently sparked debate by suggesting that children from wealthier backgrounds should no longer benefit from subsidized fees at government-funded schools like MRSM and SBP.  The goal? To ensure these subsidies go to those who truly need them.But what do the students and parents think? KiniTV hits the ground to find out their views on this controversial proposal.Reporter: Soneeya KalaiselvamVisual editor: John Ng

Is it fair for affluent families to receive subsidies for their children's education? Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim recently sparked debate by suggesting that children from wealthier backgrounds should no longer benefit from subsidized fees at government-funded schools like MRSM and SBP. The goal? To ensure these subsidies go to those who truly need them.But what do the students and parents think? KiniTV hits the ground to find out their views on this controversial proposal.Reporter: Soneeya KalaiselvamVisual editor: John Ng

[Voxpop] Education subsidy cut for the wealthy - fair play or not?

Corporate figure Nazir Razak has expressed concern that the focus on the 1MDB scandal seems to be centered on his brother, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak only.In an episode of the Keluar Sekejap Lagi podcast, he said they should look at the whole system and those involved.He added that Malaysia needs to learn from all the systemic issues that the 1MDB crisis brought up.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZ2g4KVF8Uk

Corporate figure Nazir Razak has expressed concern that the focus on the 1MDB scandal seems to be centered on his brother, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak only.In an episode of the Keluar Sekejap Lagi podcast, he said they should look at the whole system and those involved.He added that Malaysia needs to learn from all the systemic issues that the 1MDB crisis brought up.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZ2g4KVF8Uk

'I'm a bit concerned that the whole focus on 1MDB is on one person only' - Nazir

Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This was in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.

Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This was in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.

PKR activist urges Umno to take action against Nur Jazlan

Several districts in Selangor were struck by floods forcing 1,968 individuals from 480 families to be evacuated to six temporary relief centres (PPS) which had opened this morning.According to reports the affected areas were Shah Alam, Gombak, and Kuala Selangor.Video source: Social media

Several districts in Selangor were struck by floods forcing 1,968 individuals from 480 families to be evacuated to six temporary relief centres (PPS) which had opened this morning.According to reports the affected areas were Shah Alam, Gombak, and Kuala Selangor.Video source: Social media

Several districts in Selangor hit by floods

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has consented to the latest fatwa issued by the Selangor State Fatwa Committee, declaring that the leaders, followers, employees, or members of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) and its affiliates have deviated from the true teachings of Islam.The Selangor Royal Office announced that this decision was made because GISBH members were believed to still be practising the “Aurad Muhammadiah" or the "Zikir Agung" ritual propagated by the Darul Arqam group which had been declared deviant from the true teachings of Islam according to Gazette No. 54, published on Feb 4, 1993.

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has consented to the latest fatwa issued by the Selangor State Fatwa Committee, declaring that the leaders, followers, employees, or members of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) and its affiliates have deviated from the true teachings of Islam.The Selangor Royal Office announced that this decision was made because GISBH members were believed to still be practising the “Aurad Muhammadiah" or the "Zikir Agung" ritual propagated by the Darul Arqam group which had been declared deviant from the true teachings of Islam according to Gazette No. 54, published on Feb 4, 1993.

Selangor ruler consents to fatwa declaring GISBH as deviant

DAP lawmaker RSN Rayer has asked a PN component party leader what Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin did to help the poor when he was the prime minister.The Jelutong MP said this in response to Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam who had said that it is a “sin” to be rich under the Madani government, due to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s alleged “attacks” on the elite and the wealthy.

DAP lawmaker RSN Rayer has asked a PN component party leader what Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin did to help the poor when he was the prime minister.The Jelutong MP said this in response to Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam who had said that it is a “sin” to be rich under the Madani government, due to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s alleged “attacks” on the elite and the wealthy.

'What did Muhyiddin do for the poor when he was PM?' - Rayer responds to MIPP

The caretaker of charity homes linked to Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) pleaded not guilty at the Selayang Sessions Court to charges of abusing a six-year-old child under the care of one of its homes.Mohd Syahid Hanapiah, 35, made the plea when the charges were read out to him before judge Lailatul Zuraida Harron @ Haron.Syahid was accused of caning the victim in the morning between February and September this year at premises in Bandar Country Homes Rawang, Selangor.

The caretaker of charity homes linked to Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) pleaded not guilty at the Selayang Sessions Court to charges of abusing a six-year-old child under the care of one of its homes.Mohd Syahid Hanapiah, 35, made the plea when the charges were read out to him before judge Lailatul Zuraida Harron @ Haron.Syahid was accused of caning the victim in the morning between February and September this year at premises in Bandar Country Homes Rawang, Selangor.

Caretaker of GISBH-linked welfare home pleads not guilty to child abuse

A senior DAP leader today rebuked Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for suggesting PKR and Amanah were mere passengers of the coalition government.DAP central committee member Lee Chin Chen regarded Jazlan’s statement as an attempt from within Umno to sow discord among Pakatan Harapan component parties.

A senior DAP leader today rebuked Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for suggesting PKR and Amanah were mere passengers of the coalition government.DAP central committee member Lee Chin Chen regarded Jazlan’s statement as an attempt from within Umno to sow discord among Pakatan Harapan component parties.

Nur Jazlan should stop making divisive statements, says DAP leader

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak had the highest number of political appointments, at 301, while Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has the second-lowest so far, at 95.This is according to the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (Ideas), which ranked recent former prime ministers on their website Pantau Kuasa based on the number of political appointments made.Its ranking from highest to lowest was: Najib (301), Ismail Sabri Yaakob (273), Muhyiddin Yassin (186), Anwar (95), and Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s second tenure (86).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used a poker analogy to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.In the context of a poker game, Jazlan said only the truly skilled and experienced are qualified to sit at the main table.___________________📌 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 prime minister Najib Abdul Razak had the highest number of political appointments, at 301, while Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has the second-lowest so far, at 95.This is according to the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (Ideas), which ranked recent former prime ministers on their website Pantau Kuasa based on the number of political appointments made.Its ranking from highest to lowest was: Najib (301), Ismail Sabri Yaakob (273), Muhyiddin Yassin (186), Anwar (95), and Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s second tenure (86).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used a poker analogy to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.In the context of a poker game, Jazlan said only the truly skilled and experienced are qualified to sit at the main table.___________________📌 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: Political appointments - Anwar second-lowest; PKR, Amanah just passengers - Nur Jazlan

Several non-Muslim parents obtained an interim court order today for preacher Firdaus Wong to take down a TikTok video containing alleged advice for secret underage conversion.The parents' counsel M Visvanathan confirmed with Malaysiakini that judge Amarjeet Singh issued the order this morning.The lawyer said the plaintiffs are now in the process of serving a copy of today's restraining order on Firdaus.Note:Ai Voiceover

Several non-Muslim parents obtained an interim court order today for preacher Firdaus Wong to take down a TikTok video containing alleged advice for secret underage conversion.The parents' counsel M Visvanathan confirmed with Malaysiakini that judge Amarjeet Singh issued the order this morning.The lawyer said the plaintiffs are now in the process of serving a copy of today's restraining order on Firdaus.Note:Ai Voiceover

Secret conversion: Court orders preacher to take down TikTok video

Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for the latter's “attack” on the elite and the wealthy.The Perikatan Nasional component party leader said Anwar’s remark about the group made it as if it were a sin to be rich under the Madani government.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721395

Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for the latter's “attack” on the elite and the wealthy.The Perikatan Nasional component party leader said Anwar’s remark about the group made it as if it were a sin to be rich under the Madani government. Note:AI Voiceover Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721395

MIPP leader: It's a sin to be rich under Anwar's government

Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used “poker” and a raft of other analogies to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.The Johor BN deputy chairperson was commenting on the demands for a coalition government in the state if Umno won the Mahkota by-election.Note:AI Voiceover

Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used “poker” and a raft of other analogies to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.The Johor BN deputy chairperson was commenting on the demands for a coalition government in the state if Umno won the Mahkota by-election.Note:AI Voiceover

Amanah, PKR lack the qualification to sit at political poker table, says Nur Jazlan

The government will provide support to the families of those who lost their lives in the Elmina plane crash.According to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Putrajaya will help in “whatever way possible”, including managing the deceased’ remains.Anwar arrived at the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital (HTAR) earlier to pay a visit and lend emotional support for the next-of-kin in the Elmina plane crash, accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

The government will provide support to the families of those who lost their lives in the Elmina plane crash.According to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Putrajaya will help in “whatever way possible”, including managing the deceased’ remains.Anwar arrived at the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital (HTAR) earlier to pay a visit and lend emotional support for the next-of-kin in the Elmina plane crash, accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

PM, DPM extend support to Elmina plane crash victims’ families