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

Meta, the company behind Facebook, has apologised for the removal of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s social media posts regarding Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.This followed a tongue-lashing the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) gave Meta representatives during a meeting yesterday."We apologise for an operational error where content from the Prime Minister’s Facebook and Instagram pages were removed, and the content has since been restored with the correct newsworthy label," a Meta spokesperson said.

Meta, the company behind Facebook, has apologised for the removal of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s social media posts regarding Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.This followed a tongue-lashing the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) gave Meta representatives during a meeting yesterday."We apologise for an operational error where content from the Prime Minister’s Facebook and Instagram pages were removed, and the content has since been restored with the correct newsworthy label," a Meta spokesperson said.

Meta apologises for 'operational error' in removing PM's posts

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has given Meta representatives a tongue-lashing today over the removal of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s posts on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.It also made several demands from Meta, including an open apology.

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has given Meta representatives a tongue-lashing today over the removal of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s posts on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.It also made several demands from Meta, including an open apology.

PMO gives Meta tongue lashing over removal of PM's posts, wants apology

[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has apologised to supporters of the Palestinian struggle over a slip of the tongue at a rally when he accidentally chanted support for Israel.The Umno president said on Facebook that the gaffe occurred as he was delivering a fiery speech at the “Himpunan Pembebasan Palestin” (Free Palestine Rally) held in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said any party that continues to raise issues about BlackRock should also cease using all services related to the world's largest international asset management company.Fahmi labeled those persistently discussing BlackRock as hypocritical and accused them of manipulating perceptions.“If you claim you want nothing to do with BlackRock, then stop using WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram," he said.___________________📌 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 Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has apologised to supporters of the Palestinian struggle over a slip of the tongue at a rally when he accidentally chanted support for Israel.The Umno president said on Facebook that the gaffe occurred as he was delivering a fiery speech at the “Himpunan Pembebasan Palestin” (Free Palestine Rally) held in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said any party that continues to raise issues about BlackRock should also cease using all services related to the world's largest international asset management company.Fahmi labeled those persistently discussing BlackRock as hypocritical and accused them of manipulating perceptions.“If you claim you want nothing to do with BlackRock, then stop using WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram," he said.___________________📌 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: Zahid apologises for 'Hidup Israel' chant mistake; Fahmi responds to Blackrock issue

Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has slammed Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis for accusing the party of trying to bankrupt him by demanding he pay RM100 million for defecting to PAS.Labelling Jailani as someone with “no class”, Puad said the turncoat lawmaker had brought “bankruptcy” upon himself.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/714426

Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has slammed Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis for accusing the party of trying to bankrupt him by demanding he pay RM100 million for defecting to PAS. Labelling Jailani as someone with “no class”, Puad said the turncoat lawmaker had brought “bankruptcy” upon himself.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/714426

Jailani brought 'bankruptcy' upon himself, says Puad

Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis has accused Umno of trying to bankrupt him by demanding RM100 million from him for defecting to PAS.“I joined PAS, I was threatened with a RM100 million lawsuit, they (Umno) want to bankrupt me.“How do I feed my children... but this is a matter of principle and values,” he said during a ceramah in Nenggiri, Kelantan last night.

Rembia assemblyperson Muhammad Jailani Khamis has accused Umno of trying to bankrupt him by demanding RM100 million from him for defecting to PAS. “I joined PAS, I was threatened with a RM100 million lawsuit, they (Umno) want to bankrupt me. “How do I feed my children... but this is a matter of principle and values,” he said during a ceramah in Nenggiri, Kelantan last night.

Umno wants to bankrupt me, says Rembia rep on RM100m compensation

The man suspected of kidnapping six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui has been remanded again today to assist in investigations into a case of possessing child sexual abuse material and pornography.Magistrate Azureen Sahira Sauffe Afandi granted the remand order against the 31-year-old man for six days, starting today until next Saturday, following an application made at the Kulai Magistrate's Court today.

The man suspected of kidnapping six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui has been remanded again today to assist in investigations into a case of possessing child sexual abuse material and pornography.Magistrate Azureen Sahira Sauffe Afandi granted the remand order against the 31-year-old man for six days, starting today until next Saturday, following an application made at the Kulai Magistrate's Court today.

Suspect in Albertine Leo's kidnapping remanded again

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today acknowledged that the retirement of Chief Secretary to the Government Mohd Zuki Ali marks the departure of a crucial ally and pillar of the civil service.Addressing the monthly assembly of the Prime Minister's Department, Anwar said that this gathering would be Zuki’s final one in his role as the chief secretary to the government.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=WC7FNe&amp;ref=watch_permalink&amp;v=361397116836922&amp;rdid=eBLMaptrv8oMAKZm

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today acknowledged that the retirement of Chief Secretary to the Government Mohd Zuki Ali marks the departure of a crucial ally and pillar of the civil service.Addressing the monthly assembly of the Prime Minister's Department, Anwar said that this gathering would be Zuki’s final one in his role as the chief secretary to the government.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=WC7FNe&amp;ref=watch_permalink&amp;v=361397116836922&amp;rdid=eBLMaptrv8oMAKZm

PM: Retirement of Chief Secretary Zuki Ali a loss to the civil service

Malaysia plans to provide medical aid to Palestinians who are suffering from the ongoing Israeli aggression, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Speaking at a pro-Palestinian rally in Kuala Lumpur last night, he said the government is seeking to bring in Palestinian women and children who are injured or ill so they can get the necessary help.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1627961488052484

Malaysia plans to provide medical aid to Palestinians who are suffering from the ongoing Israeli aggression, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Speaking at a pro-Palestinian rally in Kuala Lumpur last night, he said the government is seeking to bring in Palestinian women and children who are injured or ill so they can get the necessary help.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1627961488052484

M'sia to take in injured Palestinians, provide medical help, says Anwar

Any party that continues to raise issues about BlackRock should also cease using all services related to the world's largest international asset management company, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi labeled those persistently discussing BlackRock as hypocritical and accused them of manipulating perceptions.“If you claim you want nothing to do with BlackRock, then stop using WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram," he said.

Any party that continues to raise issues about BlackRock should also cease using all services related to the world's largest international asset management company, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi labeled those persistently discussing BlackRock as hypocritical and accused them of manipulating perceptions. “If you claim you want nothing to do with BlackRock, then stop using WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram," he said.

Those raising issues about Blackrock shouldn't be hypocrites, says Fahmi

The government is considering the proposal to develop a social media application specifically for Malaysians, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.He said this was because some social media application providers are profiting off Malaysians but fail to ensure user safety.

The government is considering the proposal to develop a social media application specifically for Malaysians, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. He said this was because some social media application providers are profiting off Malaysians but fail to ensure user safety.

Govt considering proposal to develop social media platform for M'sians, says Fahmi

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu called upon Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to use his global influence and organise a new world order against Israel.Speaking at a pro-Palestinian rally in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, he said the world cannot possibly hope for Western superpowers like the US and the UK to deal with atrocities committed by the Israeli regime.

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu called upon Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to use his global influence and organise a new world order against Israel. Speaking at a pro-Palestinian rally in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, he said the world cannot possibly hope for Western superpowers like the US and the UK to deal with atrocities committed by the Israeli regime.

Mat Sabu calls on Anwar to form new world order to fight Israel

In a powerful show of solidarity, thousands gathered at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil yesterday for the ‘Himpunan Pembebasan Palestin’ rally.Attendees, who were mostly dressed in white, wearing Palestine-theme scarves and carrying Palestinian flags, also listened to a tazkirah and tadabur ibrah on the Palestinian cause and performed congregational Maghrib prayers led by a Palestinian representative.

In a powerful show of solidarity, thousands gathered at the Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil yesterday for the ‘Himpunan Pembebasan Palestin’ rally. Attendees, who were mostly dressed in white, wearing Palestine-theme scarves and carrying Palestinian flags, also listened to a tazkirah and tadabur ibrah on the Palestinian cause and performed congregational Maghrib prayers led by a Palestinian representative.

Thousands gather in solidarity with Palestine at Bukit Jalil

The Nenggiri state by-election in Kelantan will see a straight fight between Barisan Nasional (BN) and PAS candidates.BN is fielding Kelantan UMNO Youth chief Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani, while ex-Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) officer Mohd Rizwadi Ismail is the candidate for PAS.Video source:https://fb.watch/tJmwuYsq48/

The Nenggiri state by-election in Kelantan will see a straight fight between Barisan Nasional (BN) and PAS candidates. BN is fielding Kelantan UMNO Youth chief Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani, while ex-Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) officer Mohd Rizwadi Ismail is the candidate for PAS.Video source:https://fb.watch/tJmwuYsq48/

Nenggiri by-election a straight fight between BN, PAS

On July 31st, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, where he had been attending the new Iranian president's inauguration.In a statement, Hamas said Ismail was targeted in a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran.Who was Ismail Haniyeh and what are the implications of his death?

On July 31st, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, where he had been attending the new Iranian president's inauguration. In a statement, Hamas said Ismail was targeted in a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran. Who was Ismail Haniyeh and what are the implications of his death?

[KINI EXPLAINER] Why was Ismail Haniyeh targeted? What are the implications of his death?

A Bersatu leader shadowing the Communications Ministry has questioned the government’s priorities as it introduces new regulations for social media platforms.Specifically, Tasek Gelugor MP Wan Saiful Wan Jan pointed to the delay in setting up the Malaysian Media Council, with a draft bill on the matter expected to be tabled in Parliament’s October session.

A Bersatu leader shadowing the Communications Ministry has questioned the government’s priorities as it introduces new regulations for social media platforms.Specifically, Tasek Gelugor MP Wan Saiful Wan Jan pointed to the delay in setting up the Malaysian Media Council, with a draft bill on the matter expected to be tabled in Parliament’s October session.

Govt has misplaced its priorities, says Bersatu MP on social media licence

A Bersatu supreme council member has appealed for top Perikatan Nasional leaders from his party as well as PAS and Gerakan to be mindful and say the “right things” at the “right place”.Speaking to reporters at his office in Kuala Lumpur, Tasek Gelugor MP Wan Saiful Wan Jan noted there are views of PN leaders expressed in public which could have remained behind closed doors after the coalition’s supreme council meeting

A Bersatu supreme council member has appealed for top Perikatan Nasional leaders from his party as well as PAS and Gerakan to be mindful and say the “right things” at the “right place”.Speaking to reporters at his office in Kuala Lumpur, Tasek Gelugor MP Wan Saiful Wan Jan noted there are views of PN leaders expressed in public which could have remained behind closed doors after the coalition’s supreme council meeting

Wan Saiful tells PN leaders to 'say the right thing at the right place'

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed on Wednesday by a bomb planted in the guesthouse he was staying in Tehran, Iran, months before the deadly blast, according to The New York Times.The report quoted seven Middle Eastern officials, including two Iranians, and an American official, confirming the matter - dispelling previous claims that the assassination was carried out via an Israeli airstrike.

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed on Wednesday by a bomb planted in the guesthouse he was staying in Tehran, Iran, months before the deadly blast, according to The New York Times. The report quoted seven Middle Eastern officials, including two Iranians, and an American official, confirming the matter - dispelling previous claims that the assassination was carried out via an Israeli airstrike.

Report: Ismail Haniyeh was killed by bomb planted in Iran guesthouse

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has defended former Bersih chairperson Ambiga Sreenevasan for calling the Pakatan Harapan-led government “dictatorial”.Zaid said the test to determine how dictatorial a government is relies on whether it permits free speech and how often it uses the police to charge people with sedition.It would also depend on whether the government is facing any major crisis to justify strict action and frequent police use, he added.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has defended former Bersih chairperson Ambiga Sreenevasan for calling the Pakatan Harapan-led government “dictatorial”. Zaid said the test to determine how dictatorial a government is relies on whether it permits free speech and how often it uses the police to charge people with sedition. It would also depend on whether the government is facing any major crisis to justify strict action and frequent police use, he added.

Ambiga is right, says Zaid on 'dictatorial govt' remark

PAS has rebuked Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi over perceived attempts to entice voters in Nenggiri with offers for various development projects.Perikatan Nasional election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor also reportedly questioned BN’s failure to provide developments in the state seat held by the coalition through Umno since independence until the 15th general election.

PAS has rebuked Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi over perceived attempts to entice voters in Nenggiri with offers for various development projects.Perikatan Nasional election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor also reportedly questioned BN’s failure to provide developments in the state seat held by the coalition through Umno since independence until the 15th general election.

Sanusi hits out at Zahid over offers for Nenggiri, questions why it wasn't done before

The assassination of Hamas Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh has huge implications for global stability and peace with the threat of triggering a regional war in the Middle East, the Dewan Negara was told Thursday (Aug 1).Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said the entire Malaysian Cabinet and the people stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and strongly condemn the brutal killing of Haniyeh."The killing has directly contributed to the escalation of the war. It further breeds the prospect of a war in Gaza and dragged various countries in the Middle East to the battlefield," he said.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrctjPv2nR4

The assassination of Hamas Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh has huge implications for global stability and peace with the threat of triggering a regional war in the Middle East, the Dewan Negara was told Thursday (Aug 1). Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said the entire Malaysian Cabinet and the people stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and strongly condemn the brutal killing of Haniyeh. "The killing has directly contributed to the escalation of the war. It further breeds the prospect of a war in Gaza and dragged various countries in the Middle East to the battlefield," he said.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrctjPv2nR4

Haniyeh's assassination may trigger regional war in Middle East, says Minister

There will be no contest for the PAS Youth chief post at the upcoming party polls later this week.However, there will still be a leadership change as incumbent wing chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari will not be defending his post.

There will be no contest for the PAS Youth chief post at the upcoming party polls later this week.However, there will still be a leadership change as incumbent wing chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari will not be defending his post.

Ahmad Fadhli not defending PAS Youth chief post