[KiniNews] Senior PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has clarified his remarks about PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang being the most qualified candidate for prime minister.This came following various reactions, including negative comments over his remarks.Mokhtar also dismissed the argument that the 77-year-old politician seemed frail which would make it difficult for him to lead, saying that the job of the PM is not about dancing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court after the latter summoned him over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said Sabahans know he is not their enemy and he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.___________________📌 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] Senior PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has clarified his remarks about PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang being the most qualified candidate for prime minister.This came following various reactions, including negative comments over his remarks.Mokhtar also dismissed the argument that the 77-year-old politician seemed frail which would make it difficult for him to lead, saying that the job of the PM is not about dancing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court after the latter summoned him over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said Sabahans know he is not their enemy and he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.___________________📌 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: PAS leader clarifies Hadi most qualified to be PM remark; Fahmi Reza unfazed 

Former deputy law minister Mohamed Hanipa Maidin has urged the government to ensure that the planned anti-corruption rally in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25 is allowed to proceed unhindered.He reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan leaders of their participation in street protests in the past.Note:AI Voiceover

Former deputy law minister Mohamed Hanipa Maidin has urged the government to ensure that the planned anti-corruption rally in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25 is allowed to proceed unhindered.He reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan leaders of their participation in street protests in the past.Note:AI Voiceover

Hanipa: Ensure people’s right to hold any peaceful assembly is protected

PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has responded to comments over his naming of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang as a candidate for prime minister.Mokhtar said he named the PAS president as a candidate if the public desired an Islamic government and an Islamic state to be established in Malaysia."What I mean is TGHH (Hadi) is the most qualified if we want an Islamic government and an Islamic state," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has responded to comments over his naming of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang as a candidate for prime minister.Mokhtar said he named the PAS president as a candidate if the public desired an Islamic government and an Islamic state to be established in Malaysia."What I mean is TGHH (Hadi) is the most qualified if we want an Islamic government and an Islamic state," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

'PM job is not about dancing' - PAS leader responds to criticism on Hadi as candidate

Umno Youth Chief Muhamad Akmal Saleh has urged Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad to postpone the implementation of the Waktu Bekerja Berlainan (WBB) system for shift works in seven hospitals.Akmal expressed concerns about the working hours and added that it could strain the public healthcare system further.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/m.akmalsaleh/videos/972388390888068

Umno Youth Chief Muhamad Akmal Saleh has urged Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad to postpone the implementation of the Waktu Bekerja Berlainan (WBB) system for shift works in seven hospitals.Akmal expressed concerns about the working hours and added that it could strain the public healthcare system further.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/m.akmalsaleh/videos/972388390888068

Akmal calls on govt to postpone implementation of WBB shift system for hospitals

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's keynote address at Invest Malaysia event in London yesterday. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19vqyzNrsd/

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's keynote address at Invest Malaysia event in London yesterday. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19vqyzNrsd/

[Full Video] PM Anwar Ibrahim delivers keynote address at Invest Malaysia, London

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has confirmed the appointment of Ismail Yusop as the director-general of the Community Communications Department (JKOM).The appointment was made after the position had been vacant for three months. Ismail replaces Khairuddin Othman, whose contract was terminated after six months.Note:AI Voiceover

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has confirmed the appointment of Ismail Yusop as the director-general of the Community Communications Department (JKOM).The appointment was made after the position had been vacant for three months. Ismail replaces Khairuddin Othman, whose contract was terminated after six months.Note:AI Voiceover

Former PKR senator appointed as new JKOM DG

PKR has turned to the Federal Court to compel its ex-vice president Zuraida Kamaruddin to pay the full RM10 million bond for defecting from the party.The ruling party’s lawyer Navpreet Singh today said they have on Jan 8 filed for leave to appeal to the apex court to challenge the Court of Appeal’s discount of the bond quantum from RM10 million to RM100,000.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR has turned to the Federal Court to compel its ex-vice president Zuraida Kamaruddin to pay the full RM10 million bond for defecting from the party.The ruling party’s lawyer Navpreet Singh today said they have on Jan 8 filed for leave to appeal to the apex court to challenge the Court of Appeal’s discount of the bond quantum from RM10 million to RM100,000.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR appeals to Federal Court to get full RM10m from Zuraida for defecting

Graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731921

Graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731921

Fahmi Reza ready to defend himself at Native Court over Musa Aman caricature

An anti-corruption rally will be held in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25, organised by Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah.The group has demanded for swift action against all politicians involved in corruption cases, transparent probes into all corruption allegations, and for all political leaders to affirm commitment towards ending corruption.Note:AI Voiceover

An anti-corruption rally will be held in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25, organised by Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah.The group has demanded for swift action against all politicians involved in corruption cases, transparent probes into all corruption allegations, and for all political leaders to affirm commitment towards ending corruption.Note:AI Voiceover

Group to hold anti-corruption rally in KL on Jan 25

[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.The AGC had applied for the gag order at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Jan 13.Meanwhile, in a separate story, food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.The AGC had applied for the gag order at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Jan 13.Meanwhile, in a separate story, food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.___________________📌 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: AGC to continue pursuing gag order on Najib's addendum; Sandwich maker breaks silence

Najib Abdul Razak testified that the MACC covert recording of his alleged conversation was very upsetting as it was a violation of the fundamental rights of sitting prime ministers and citizens.The former premier told the High Court convened in Putrajaya this today over the authorities' taping of an alleged audio conversation between him and a high-ranking official from the United Arab Emirates (UAE)."This is an illegal taping that I am not comfortable with, as sitting prime minister you have a taped conversation (with other heads of state) and I cannot verify the conversation or ascertain its authenticity, this is a serious transgression of my rights," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Najib Abdul Razak testified that the MACC covert recording of his alleged conversation was very upsetting as it was a violation of the fundamental rights of sitting prime ministers and citizens.The former premier told the High Court convened in Putrajaya this today over the authorities' taping of an alleged audio conversation between him and a high-ranking official from the United Arab Emirates (UAE)."This is an illegal taping that I am not comfortable with, as sitting prime minister you have a taped conversation (with other heads of state) and I cannot verify the conversation or ascertain its authenticity, this is a serious transgression of my rights," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

MACC illegal audio taping violates PM, people's rights - Najib

The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.Note:AI Voiceover

The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.Note:AI Voiceover

AGC to continue pursuing gag order on Najib's addendum

An Umno leader has pointed out that if the next prime minister must be one who can maintain a good relationship with the palace, then no one from Perikatan Nasional would make the cut.Mohd Puad Zarkashi said this in response to Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal stating yesterday that good ties with royals were one of the most important criteria PN should consider when choosing their poster boy.Note:AI Voiceover

An Umno leader has pointed out that if the next prime minister must be one who can maintain a good relationship with the palace, then no one from Perikatan Nasional would make the cut.Mohd Puad Zarkashi said this in response to Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal stating yesterday that good ties with royals were one of the most important criteria PN should consider when choosing their poster boy.Note:AI Voiceover

Puad: No PN leaders qualify if good ties with royals are a requirement to be PM

Johor DAP will be filing a police report against those who spread a false statement that was attributed to its youth wing leader Woo Kah Leong.The statement was over the ham and cheese sandwich issue.Johor DAP vice-chairperson Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, said that over the past two days the fabricated statement has been spread by various facebook accounts.

Johor DAP will be filing a police report against those who spread a false statement that was attributed to its youth wing leader Woo Kah Leong.The statement was over the ham and cheese sandwich issue.Johor DAP vice-chairperson Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, said that over the past two days the fabricated statement has been spread by various facebook accounts.

Sandwich issue: DAP to file report over false statement attributed to Woo

From climbing a tree to studying creatures under the sea, Veveonah Mosibin dominated public discussions during the Covid-19 pandemic with her 11-minute video “24 Hours on Tree” to secure an internet connection for an online examination.Several years later, the 23-year-old from Pitas, Sabah, graduated with a Marine Science degree from Universiti Malaysia Sabah, and since Oct 1, commenced her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the Management and Science University (MSU), Shah Alam.Beyond her personal journey, Veveonah’s story shed light on the digital divide in rural areas, sparking public discourse and contributing to improved internet infrastructure in Sabah. Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlamVideo Editor: Khoo Shiyuan Producer: Azreen Madzlan

From climbing a tree to studying creatures under the sea, Veveonah Mosibin dominated public discussions during the Covid-19 pandemic with her 11-minute video “24 Hours on Tree” to secure an internet connection for an online examination.Several years later, the 23-year-old from Pitas, Sabah, graduated with a Marine Science degree from Universiti Malaysia Sabah, and since Oct 1, commenced her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the Management and Science University (MSU), Shah Alam.Beyond her personal journey, Veveonah’s story shed light on the digital divide in rural areas, sparking public discourse and contributing to improved internet infrastructure in Sabah. Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlamVideo Editor: Khoo Shiyuan Producer: Azreen Madzlan

From tree tops to ocean floor, Veveonah now on a journey to be doctor

Veveonah Mosibin went viral during the pandemic for camping atop a tree in Sabah for internet access during her online exams. Fast forward to today, she’s an aspiring doctor with big dreams and an even bigger impact. On this episode of KiniZ with Cammy, we chat about how her story reshaped her life and Malaysia’s digital divide.Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlanVideo Editor: Khoo Shiyuan Producer: Azreen Madzlan

Veveonah Mosibin went viral during the pandemic for camping atop a tree in Sabah for internet access during her online exams. Fast forward to today, she’s an aspiring doctor with big dreams and an even bigger impact. On this episode of KiniZ with Cammy, we chat about how her story reshaped her life and Malaysia’s digital divide.Reporter: Camelia Nor AzlanVideo Editor: Khoo Shiyuan Producer: Azreen Madzlan

Veveonah Mosibin: The Girl Who Climbed a Tree and Changed Her Life | KiniZ With Cammy

Food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.The company said ingredients for the sandwich include bread, cheese, and chicken slices.It also said the chicken slices used were halal-certified by Jakim.

Food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.The company said ingredients for the sandwich include bread, cheese, and chicken slices.It also said the chicken slices used were halal-certified by Jakim.

Shake and Bake breaks silence on sandwich issue

A senior PAS leader has publicly endorsed party president Abdul Hadi Awang as the opposition’s prime ministerial candidate.Mokhtar Senik outlined the qualities of the Marang MP, who, in his view, is qualified to lead the government.

A senior PAS leader has publicly endorsed party president Abdul Hadi Awang as the opposition’s prime ministerial candidate.Mokhtar Senik outlined the qualities of the Marang MP, who, in his view, is qualified to lead the government.

Hadi qualified to be PN's PM candidate, says PAS leader

Hamas and Israel have reached a ceasefire deal in Gaza, which will start with an initial phase lasting six weeks this Sunday.According to reports the deal included the release of hostages held by Hamas in the past 15 months of war and the freeing of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

Hamas and Israel have reached a ceasefire deal in Gaza, which will start with an initial phase lasting six weeks this Sunday.According to reports the deal included the release of hostages held by Hamas in the past 15 months of war and the freeing of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

Thousands across Gaza celebrate ceasefire deal

[KiniNews] Perikatan Nasional’s next prime minister candidate must be someone who is well accepted by the Malay rulers, said Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.Saying that it is one of the most important criteria that PN should consider when choosing their poster boy, the Machang MP named four leaders from Bersatu and PAS who he believes can maintain a good relationship with the royals should the coalition form the government.Malaysiakini had contacted Wan Fayhsal to get his response to PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin, who reportedly said the Islamist party should be leading the opposition coalition.In an interview with Utusan Malaysia, Hashim also responded in the affirmative when asked if PAS is ready to nominate its own prime minister candidate.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth is launching a campaign urging the public to ensure that products carrying the halal logo are legitimate.This follows the discovery that a sandwich vendor for a convenience store chain had allegedly fraudulently placed a halal logo on its packaging despite not having proper certification.___________________📌 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] Perikatan Nasional’s next prime minister candidate must be someone who is well accepted by the Malay rulers, said Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.Saying that it is one of the most important criteria that PN should consider when choosing their poster boy, the Machang MP named four leaders from Bersatu and PAS who he believes can maintain a good relationship with the royals should the coalition form the government.Malaysiakini had contacted Wan Fayhsal to get his response to PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin, who reportedly said the Islamist party should be leading the opposition coalition.In an interview with Utusan Malaysia, Hashim also responded in the affirmative when asked if PAS is ready to nominate its own prime minister candidate.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth is launching a campaign urging the public to ensure that products carrying the halal logo are legitimate.This follows the discovery that a sandwich vendor for a convenience store chain had allegedly fraudulently placed a halal logo on its packaging despite not having proper certification.___________________📌 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: Wan Fayhsal names potential PM candidates; Akmal campaigns against fake halal logos

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had not discussed the controversy over a ham and cheese sandwich that allegedly used the halal logo fraudulently.“We weren’t served sandwiches today either,” he quipped.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15zFWRbfNo/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had not discussed the controversy over a ham and cheese sandwich that allegedly used the halal logo fraudulently.“We weren’t served sandwiches today either,” he quipped.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15zFWRbfNo/

Cabinet didn't discuss sandwich issue, says Fahmi

The ham and cheese sandwich debacle shows that convenience store chain KK Mart must review and step up its procurement procedures, said a PKR lawmaker.Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung said it was not enough for KK Mart to pass the buck to the supplier."KK Mart must review its procurement mechanisms, including setting standard operating procedures (SOPs) and announce it to the public," he said.

The ham and cheese sandwich debacle shows that convenience store chain KK Mart must review and step up its procurement procedures, said a PKR lawmaker.Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung said it was not enough for KK Mart to pass the buck to the supplier."KK Mart must review its procurement mechanisms, including setting standard operating procedures (SOPs) and announce it to the public," he said.

KK Mart must improve procurement SOP, says PKR MP 

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal must admit that his party is the weakest link in Perikatan Nasional, said PKR’s Najwan Halimi.He said this on Wan Fayhsal's response to PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin, who reportedly said the Islamist party should be leading the opposition coalition.

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal must admit that his party is the weakest link in Perikatan Nasional, said PKR’s Najwan Halimi.He said this on Wan Fayhsal's response to PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin, who reportedly said the Islamist party should be leading the opposition coalition.

Wan Fayhsal must admit Bersatu is the weakest party in PN - PKR leader

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today said the cabinet has not discussed a gag order on the royal addendum granting former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak house detention.We did not discuss it. We do not instruct the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC),” he told a press conference at his ministry today.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1ZPTUEMmtG/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today said the cabinet has not discussed a gag order on the royal addendum granting former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak house detention.We did not discuss it. We do not instruct the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC),” he told a press conference at his ministry today.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1ZPTUEMmtG/

Najib's addendum: We did not instruct AGC, says Fahmi on gag order

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has pointed out that one significant Perikatan Nasional party leader was missing from Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal's list of potential PN prime ministerial candidates.The DAP lawmaker questioned Wan Fayhsal’s omission of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang from his picks.

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has pointed out that one significant Perikatan Nasional party leader was missing from Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal's list of potential PN prime ministerial candidates.The DAP lawmaker questioned Wan Fayhsal’s omission of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang from his picks.

Wan Fayhsal did not mention Hadi as a PM candidate for PN - Lip Eng

Almost 80,000 people have signed a petition seeking justice for Chee Gaik Yap who was raped and murdered 7 years ago.

The suspect, Shahril Jaafar was acquitted of murder two weeks ago, with the court ruling there was no evidence to show that he killed the 25-year old.

This is despite having found traces of Shahril's semen inside the victim.

80,000 sign petition demanding justice for Chee Gaik Yap