[KiniNews] The police have confirmed that activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza is under a one-day remand over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Penampang police chief Sammy Newton told Malaysiakini that Fahmi is being investigated under three legal provisions: Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act 1948, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act for misuse of network facilities, and Section 504 of the Penal Code for intentional insult intended to provoke a breach of peace.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng has hit out at Umno over their solidarity rally supporting former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak, which will be attended by PAS members.Lim cautioned Umno that any joint programme with the opposition party PAS - whether solidarity gatherings or demonstrations - risks undermining political stability and casting doubt on Umno’s position in the government.In a response later, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said that his party had never held discussions with PAS to hold the rally together and had planned it before PAS came out with a letter requesting its members to attend the rally. ___________________📌 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 police have confirmed that activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza is under a one-day remand over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Penampang police chief Sammy Newton told Malaysiakini that Fahmi is being investigated under three legal provisions: Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act 1948, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act for misuse of network facilities, and Section 504 of the Penal Code for intentional insult intended to provoke a breach of peace.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng has hit out at Umno over their solidarity rally supporting former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak, which will be attended by PAS members.Lim cautioned Umno that any joint programme with the opposition party PAS - whether solidarity gatherings or demonstrations - risks undermining political stability and casting doubt on Umno’s position in the government.In a response later, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said that his party had never held discussions with PAS to hold the rally together and had planned it before PAS came out with a letter requesting its members to attend the rally. ___________________📌 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: Fahmi Reza remanded for one day; Guan Eng slams Umno over rally with PAS

The youth wings of PAS and Bersatu announced they would hold a joint rally on Friday (Jan 3) in Kuala Lumpur.This is over a sense of feeling “threatened”, with intentions to highlight statements related to DAP leaders Nga Kor Ming and Hannah Yeoh, said PAS Youth deputy chief Mohd Hafez Sabri.

The youth wings of PAS and Bersatu announced they would hold a joint rally on Friday (Jan 3) in Kuala Lumpur.This is over a sense of feeling “threatened”, with intentions to highlight statements related to DAP leaders Nga Kor Ming and Hannah Yeoh, said PAS Youth deputy chief Mohd Hafez Sabri.

PAS, Bersatu youth wings to hold joint rally on Friday

PAS Youth has called for an official explanation from the government over minister Nga Kor Ming’s Christmas event held at the Housing and Local Government Ministry.PAS Youth information chief Nazir Helmi said PAS is not against Christmas celebrations in general but merely wishes to know if it is allowed on government premises.

PAS Youth has called for an official explanation from the government over minister Nga Kor Ming’s Christmas event held at the Housing and Local Government Ministry.PAS Youth information chief Nazir Helmi said PAS is not against Christmas celebrations in general but merely wishes to know if it is allowed on government premises.

PAS Youth calls on govt to explain Christmas event at ministry

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has obtained an injunction order from the Kuala Lumpur High Court today prohibiting blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, also known as Papagomo, from continuing to issue allegedly defamatory statements against him.Judicial commissioner Gan Techiong, in allowing the ex-parte application, said Razarudin has shown the existence of a serious issue in the case and it needs to be tried.

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain has obtained an injunction order from the Kuala Lumpur High Court today prohibiting blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, also known as Papagomo, from continuing to issue allegedly defamatory statements against him.Judicial commissioner Gan Techiong, in allowing the ex-parte application, said Razarudin has shown the existence of a serious issue in the case and it needs to be tried.

Court grants IGP injunction order, Papagomo ordered to remove defamatory videos

As Umno and PAS prepare for a solidarity rally supporting former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng has warned that such actions raise concerns about the stability of the federal coalition government.The Bagan MP cautioned Umno that any joint programme with the opposition party PAS - whether solidarity gatherings or demonstrations - risks undermining political stability and casting doubt on Umno’s position in the government.

As Umno and PAS prepare for a solidarity rally supporting former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng has warned that such actions raise concerns about the stability of the federal coalition government.The Bagan MP cautioned Umno that any joint programme with the opposition party PAS - whether solidarity gatherings or demonstrations - risks undermining political stability and casting doubt on Umno’s position in the government.

Guan Eng hits out at Umno's joint Najib solidarity rally with PAS

PKR Youth has condemned the arrest of activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza in Penampang, Sabah, over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Lawyer Asheeq Ali Sethi Alivi, who heads the wing’s legal bureau, said the arrest does not align with values held by the present administration.He also reminded the authorities that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim himself had said he did not believe Fahmi should be arrested or charged for caricatures critical of the government.

PKR Youth has condemned the arrest of activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza in Penampang, Sabah, over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Lawyer Asheeq Ali Sethi Alivi, who heads the wing’s legal bureau, said the arrest does not align with values held by the present administration.He also reminded the authorities that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim himself had said he did not believe Fahmi should be arrested or charged for caricatures critical of the government.

PKR Youth condemns arrest of Fahmi Reza

The Sessions Court has allowed the application by FashionValet founder Vivy Yusof and her husband, Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, for a temporary release of their passports to enable them to perform the Umrah.Judge Rosli Ahmad allowed the applications by the couple after their lawyer, Ashok Athimulan informed the court that they needed the passport from today until January 15th to perform the Umrah.

The Sessions Court has allowed the application by FashionValet founder Vivy Yusof and her husband, Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, for a temporary release of their passports to enable them to perform the Umrah.Judge Rosli Ahmad allowed the applications by the couple after their lawyer, Ashok Athimulan informed the court that they needed the passport from today until January 15th to perform the Umrah.

Vivy Yusof, husband gets temporary release of passport to perform umrah

Bersih has voiced its support for Sabah student activists’ “Gempur Rasuah Sabah” rally, which is scheduled for today.The NGO reminded all parties that the right to assemble and express opinions is enshrined under Article 10 of the Federal Constitution.

Bersih has voiced its support for Sabah student activists’ “Gempur Rasuah Sabah” rally, which is scheduled for today.The NGO reminded all parties that the right to assemble and express opinions is enshrined under Article 10 of the Federal Constitution.

Bersih expresses support for Gempur Rasuah Sabah rally

Activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza was arrested in Penampang, Sabah yesterday over his caricature of Sabah Governor Musa Aman.Sabah police commissioner Jauteh Dikun confirmed the arrest when contacted by Malaysiakini.Earlier at around 5pm, Fahmi posted that he was on the way to a police station for questioning about the poster of Musa that he posted in Kota Kinabalu.

Activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza was arrested in Penampang, Sabah yesterday over his caricature of Sabah Governor Musa Aman.Sabah police commissioner Jauteh Dikun confirmed the arrest when contacted by Malaysiakini.Earlier at around 5pm, Fahmi posted that he was on the way to a police station for questioning about the poster of Musa that he posted in Kota Kinabalu.

Fahmi Reza detained by Sabah police over Musa Aman poster

An activist was found guilty by the Sessions Court today for posting inflammatory and disrespectful statements about the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on his Facebook page three years ago.Judge Datuk M.M. Edwin Paramjothy made the ruling after concluding that the defence failed to raise a reasonable doubt on the case against Iswardy Morni, 47. His lawyer Nik Mohamed Ikhwan Nik Mahamud said the court set Jan 23 next year for mitigation submissions from both parties before sentencing.

An activist was found guilty by the Sessions Court today for posting inflammatory and disrespectful statements about the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on his Facebook page three years ago.Judge Datuk M.M. Edwin Paramjothy made the ruling after concluding that the defence failed to raise a reasonable doubt on the case against Iswardy Morni, 47. His lawyer Nik Mohamed Ikhwan Nik Mahamud said the court set Jan 23 next year for mitigation submissions from both parties before sentencing.

Sessions court finds Iswardy Morni guilty of insulting Agong

[KiniNews] Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has backed Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming after the latter’s spat with PAS over a Christmas event held at his ministry recently.This comes after Nga defended the event and said he would continue to celebrate various festivals with all levels of society without succumbing to bigots and extremists.Zaid praised Nga and commended the latter for standing up for the right thing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader has expressed disappointment over the opposition rallying in support of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Federal Territories Perikatan Nasional state secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais described the opposition's involvement in the rally as "disheartening" and reeking of "political opportunism".He condemned both the government and the opposition for organising the event.___________________📌 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] Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has backed Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming after the latter’s spat with PAS over a Christmas event held at his ministry recently.This comes after Nga defended the event and said he would continue to celebrate various festivals with all levels of society without succumbing to bigots and extremists.Zaid praised Nga and commended the latter for standing up for the right thing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader has expressed disappointment over the opposition rallying in support of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Federal Territories Perikatan Nasional state secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais described the opposition's involvement in the rally as "disheartening" and reeking of "political opportunism".He condemned both the government and the opposition for organising the event.___________________📌 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: Zaid back Nga over Christmas event; Pro-Najib rally - Bersatu leader disappointed

Perak Amanah Youth chief Khairol Najib Hashim has hit out at Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria over his remarks about taking over the government before the 16th general election.He said Razman's remarks were not surprising but disappointing and PAS' lust for power also disrespected the democratic processes.

Perak Amanah Youth chief Khairol Najib Hashim has hit out at Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria over his remarks about taking over the government before the 16th general election.He said Razman's remarks were not surprising but disappointing and PAS' lust for power also disrespected the democratic processes.

Amanah youth leader hits out at Razman over remarks on forming govt before GE16

Sabah Bersatu deputy chief Aksyah Nasrah has announced his departure from the party and pledged support for Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS).He said he was resigning from all positions in Bersatu with immediate effect.

Sabah Bersatu deputy chief Aksyah Nasrah has announced his departure from the party and pledged support for Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS).He said he was resigning from all positions in Bersatu with immediate effect.

'Not influenced by anyone' - Sabah Bersatu deputy chief quits party, supports GRS

A Bersatu leader has expressed disappointment over opposition members rallying in support of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Federal Territories Perikatan Nasional state secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais described the opposition's involvement in the rally as "disheartening" and reeking of "political opportunism".

A Bersatu leader has expressed disappointment over opposition members rallying in support of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Federal Territories Perikatan Nasional state secretary Mahathir Mohd Rais described the opposition's involvement in the rally as "disheartening" and reeking of "political opportunism".

It's a political circus, says Bersatu leader on opposition's involvement in Najib rally

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) administration is the most ineffective government in the state’s history, said Sabah Umno chief Bung Moktar Radin.Speaking at the Sabah Umno Gerak-17 event for the Bengkoka constituency yesterday, Bung also criticised the state government’s reliance on political donations, describing it as a sign of inefficiency.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730174

Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) administration is the most ineffective government in the state’s history, said Sabah Umno chief Bung Moktar Radin.Speaking at the Sabah Umno Gerak-17 event for the Bengkoka constituency yesterday, Bung also criticised the state government’s reliance on political donations, describing it as a sign of inefficiency.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730174

GRS the 'most inefficient' Sabah government, says Bung

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has backed Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming after the latter’s spat with PAS over a Christmas event held at his ministry recently.This comes after Nga defended the event and said he would continue to celebrate various festivals with all levels of society without succumbing to bigots and extremists.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730170

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has backed Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming after the latter’s spat with PAS over a Christmas event held at his ministry recently.This comes after Nga defended the event and said he would continue to celebrate various festivals with all levels of society without succumbing to bigots and extremists.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730170

Nga standing up for the right thing, says Zaid

Umno and PAS are set to put aside their differences temporarily as they prepare to stand together in a solidarity gathering for incarcerated former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak on Jan 6 at the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya.The rally coincides with a hearing concerning an alleged royal addendum that could potentially allow Najib to serve the remainder of his prison term under house arrest.

Umno and PAS are set to put aside their differences temporarily as they prepare to stand together in a solidarity gathering for incarcerated former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak on Jan 6 at the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya.The rally coincides with a hearing concerning an alleged royal addendum that could potentially allow Najib to serve the remainder of his prison term under house arrest.

Umno, PAS to rally in solidarity with Najib

Nazifuddin Najib's full speech at an event on Saturday 28th December.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100050533567463/videos/1107037481061631

Nazifuddin Najib's full speech at an event on Saturday 28th December.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100050533567463/videos/1107037481061631

[Full Video] Nazifuddin's speech at pro-Najib event

A DAP leader has questioned PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s recent call for the party to take responsibility for the mistakes of its members, particularly regarding Kepala Batas MP YB Siti Mastura Muhammad.The party’s Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng asked if PAS would act on Hadi’s statement and hold the Kepala Batas MP accountable after she lost a defamation suit launched by three DAP leaders.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730132

A DAP leader has questioned PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s recent call for the party to take responsibility for the mistakes of its members, particularly regarding Kepala Batas MP YB Siti Mastura Muhammad.The party’s Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng asked if PAS would act on Hadi’s statement and hold the Kepala Batas MP accountable after she lost a defamation suit launched by three DAP leaders.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/730132

Will PAS take responsibility for Siti Mastura's mistake? - DAP leader

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has pledged not to succumb to “bigots, bigotry, and extremists” in the wake of criticisms over a Christmas carolling session held at his ministry in Putrajaya.In response to PAS Youth vice-chief Muhammad Hanif Jamaluddin, Nga said his ministry upholds the value of unity in diversity as a pillar of the nation’s strength.In a controversial move, Terengganu is set to make history with its first public caning sentence under Syariah, sparking a heated debate on human rights and state jurisdiction.Mohd Affendi Awang, 42, a widower, was sentenced to six strokes of the cane after his third khalwat (close proximity) conviction for being in seclusion with another person of the opposite gender.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has pledged not to succumb to “bigots, bigotry, and extremists” in the wake of criticisms over a Christmas carolling session held at his ministry in Putrajaya.In response to PAS Youth vice-chief Muhammad Hanif Jamaluddin, Nga said his ministry upholds the value of unity in diversity as a pillar of the nation’s strength.In a controversial move, Terengganu is set to make history with its first public caning sentence under Syariah, sparking a heated debate on human rights and state jurisdiction.Mohd Affendi Awang, 42, a widower, was sentenced to six strokes of the cane after his third khalwat (close proximity) conviction for being in seclusion with another person of the opposite gender.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Nga wants PAS to ‘repent’, Terengganu hold its first public caning for khalwat

KiniTV journalist Cammy chats with Illya Sumanto and Sarah Amer from Wayang Women, a Southeast Asian all-female wayang kulit troupe breaking barriers in the traditional art of shadow puppetry.From their bold production 'Hantu Tetek' to redefining cultural norms, this episode explores how they’re giving this ancient art a fresh, feminist glow-up!Reporter: Camelia Nor Azlan (Cammy)Producer: Azreen Madzlan#KiniZWithCammy #WayangWomen #WayangKulit #HantuTetek #SoutheastAsia

KiniTV journalist Cammy chats with Illya Sumanto and Sarah Amer from Wayang Women, a Southeast Asian all-female wayang kulit troupe breaking barriers in the traditional art of shadow puppetry.From their bold production 'Hantu Tetek' to redefining cultural norms, this episode explores how they’re giving this ancient art a fresh, feminist glow-up!Reporter: Camelia Nor Azlan (Cammy)Producer: Azreen Madzlan#KiniZWithCammy #WayangWomen #WayangKulit #HantuTetek #SoutheastAsia

Hantu Tetek’s Glow-Up – The All-Girl Wayang Kulit Squad | KiniZ with Cammy

KiniTV chats with Illya Sumanto and Sara Amer from 'Wayang Women', an all-female Southeast Asian wayang kulit troupe pushing the limits of traditional shadow puppetry.They discuss how productions like 'Hantu Tetek' are reimagining cultural norms, preserving heritage, and modernising wayang kulit.The conversation also touches on the challenges of being women in a male-dominated field and how they're using their platform to amplify women's voices and tackle social issues.

KiniTV chats with Illya Sumanto and Sara Amer from 'Wayang Women', an all-female Southeast Asian wayang kulit troupe pushing the limits of traditional shadow puppetry.They discuss how productions like 'Hantu Tetek' are reimagining cultural norms, preserving heritage, and modernising wayang kulit.The conversation also touches on the challenges of being women in a male-dominated field and how they're using their platform to amplify women's voices and tackle social issues.

Wayang Women: The all-female troupe rewriting wayang kulit’s story

The government is ensuring that any electricity tariff hike will not burden the public, focusing instead on high-income groups or profit-heavy industries, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said he had also instructed Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof to seek an immediate explanation from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).  

The government is ensuring that any electricity tariff hike will not burden the public, focusing instead on high-income groups or profit-heavy industries, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said he had also instructed Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof to seek an immediate explanation from Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB).

PM assures tariff hike won't affect public, TNB to clarify

The opening of the third session of the 15th Melaka State Assembly turned tense today following a heated exchange between Muhamad Akmal Saleh (BN-Merlimau) and Muhammad Jailani Khamis (PAS-Rembia).The dispute followed State Assembly Speaker Ibrahim Durum's announcement that the Rembia assemblyperson had been officially moved to the opposition bloc, effective immediately.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/MelakaHariIniOfficial/videos/840832164724330

The opening of the third session of the 15th Melaka State Assembly turned tense today following a heated exchange between Muhamad Akmal Saleh (BN-Merlimau) and Muhammad Jailani Khamis (PAS-Rembia).The dispute followed State Assembly Speaker Ibrahim Durum's announcement that the Rembia assemblyperson had been officially moved to the opposition bloc, effective immediately.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/MelakaHariIniOfficial/videos/840832164724330

Chaos in DUN Melaka: Shouts of 'katak', 'pengkhianat' fill the hall

A 42-year-old widower in Terengganu became the first person to be publicly caned under syariah law at the Al-Muktafi Billah Shah Mosque hall today. Mohd Affendi Awang received six strokes for his third khalwat (close proximity) conviction, with the punishment carried out by Prisons Department officers. Around 90 people, including lawmakers and media, witnessed the sentencing.

A 42-year-old widower in Terengganu became the first person to be publicly caned under syariah law at the Al-Muktafi Billah Shah Mosque hall today. Mohd Affendi Awang received six strokes for his third khalwat (close proximity) conviction, with the punishment carried out by Prisons Department officers. Around 90 people, including lawmakers and media, witnessed the sentencing.

Widower receives six lashes, witnessed by 90 people in Terengganu

The verbal altercation between Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing and Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor turned ugly with both parties lobbing insults against each other.Today, Tiong accused Sanusi of having "lost his mind", two days after the latter accused the former of looking like a "pot-bellied, bald deity (Buddha)."On Wednesday, Sanusi slammed Tiong during the state legislative assembly sitting, saying: "If I were to make fun of his face, it's like a bald, pot-bellied tokong."Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/688589

The verbal altercation between Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing and Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor turned ugly with both parties lobbing insults against each other.Today, Tiong accused Sanusi of having "lost his mind", two days after the latter accused the former of looking like a "pot-bellied, bald deity (Buddha)."On Wednesday, Sanusi slammed Tiong during the state legislative assembly sitting, saying: "If I were to make fun of his face, it's like a bald, pot-bellied tokong."Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/688589

'Has Sanusi lost his mind?' - Tiong hits out at Sanusi over 'pot-bellied tokong' remark