[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.“I’m the prime minister…’father of the nation’…when someone apologises, what else should I say? So, I just said I welcome it, he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer-activist Latheefa Koya has challenged Anwar to publicly state that he would oppose any move to get an early release for Najib.Unimpressed with Anwar’s justification, Latheefa said there are good reasons why social media/the internet exploded in anger when Anwar accepted Najib’s apology.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN—📌 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.“I’m the prime minister…’father of the nation’…when someone apologises, what else should I say? So, I just said I welcome it, he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer-activist Latheefa Koya has challenged Anwar to publicly state that he would oppose any move to get an early release for Najib.Unimpressed with Anwar’s justification, Latheefa said there are good reasons why social media/the internet exploded in anger when Anwar accepted Najib’s apology.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN—📌 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: Anwar pans critics over Najib 1MDB apology row; Latheefa responds to Anwar

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria has claimed that he did not intend to insult any race with his comments about “eyes, skin, and blood like mine.”In an interview with Malaysiakini, the Gunong Semanggol assemblyperson explained that he was referring to people with similar traits and claimed that his words had been misinterpreted.

Perak PAS chief Razman Zakaria has claimed that he did not intend to insult any race with his comments about “eyes, skin, and blood like mine.”In an interview with Malaysiakini, the Gunong Semanggol assemblyperson explained that he was referring to people with similar traits and claimed that his words had been misinterpreted.

'Eyes like ours' remark was not meant as an insult, says Razman

Five months have passed since he was assaulted and Ong Ing Keong is still waiting for justice. He is disappointed, but not defeated.“I will continue this fight,” he stressed through a sign language interpreter when asked if he felt like throwing in the towel.“I will wait until I get an answer or until the person who hit me is arrested. I am willing to wait for as long as it takes,” he told Malaysiakini.

Five months have passed since he was assaulted and Ong Ing Keong is still waiting for justice. He is disappointed, but not defeated.“I will continue this fight,” he stressed through a sign language interpreter when asked if he felt like throwing in the towel.“I will wait until I get an answer or until the person who hit me is arrested. I am willing to wait for as long as it takes,” he told Malaysiakini.

I will continue this fight for as long as it takes, says Ong

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, who is suspended from Parliament, today raised further questions over Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul’s decision to ban him from sitting in the lower house’s public gallery.Speaking to reporters, Wan Fayhsal cited Johari’s ruling earlier this morning that he cannot be inside the house as it can “cause a lot of problems”.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ydKz01cvGw

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, who is suspended from Parliament, today raised further questions over Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul’s decision to ban him from sitting in the lower house’s public gallery.Speaking to reporters, Wan Fayhsal cited Johari’s ruling earlier this morning that he cannot be inside the house as it can “cause a lot of problems”.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ydKz01cvGw

What is speaker worried about? - Wan Fayhsal

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul has defended his decision barring suspended Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal from sitting in the public gallery.Johari, who delivered his ruling under Standing Order 44(5), responded to the motion from Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) at the end of Question Time today.

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul has defended his decision barring suspended Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal from sitting in the public gallery.Johari, who delivered his ruling under Standing Order 44(5), responded to the motion from Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) at the end of Question Time today.

Speaker defends decision to bar Wan Fayhsal from Dewan

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has brushed aside Najib Abdul Razak's apology over the 1MDB scandal.He also appeared to dismiss the possibility that the former premier would be eligible for house arrest once a law on that form of incarceration is enacted.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has brushed aside Najib Abdul Razak's apology over the 1MDB scandal.He also appeared to dismiss the possibility that the former premier would be eligible for house arrest once a law on that form of incarceration is enacted.

With or without the apology, a crime is a crime, says Loke on Najib's 1MDB apology

Police are investigating the rally organised by the opposition and the coalition of Teluk Intan NGOs for allegedly not notifying the authorities before holding the demonstration at Dataran Menara Condong last night.Perak police chief Azizi Mat Aris said the case is being investigated under Section 9(1) of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012.

Police are investigating the rally organised by the opposition and the coalition of Teluk Intan NGOs for allegedly not notifying the authorities before holding the demonstration at Dataran Menara Condong last night.Perak police chief Azizi Mat Aris said the case is being investigated under Section 9(1) of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012.

Cops probing Teluk Intan rally featuring PAS leader under PAA

The government has yet to finalise the income classification for the top 15 percent (T15) income bracket concerning the rationalisation of petrol subsidies as the matter is still under review, said Anwar Ibrahim.The prime minister said the classification is being studied to ensure that only the affluent pay the actual price for petrol, while 85 percent of the population will continue to benefit from subsidies.

The government has yet to finalise the income classification for the top 15 percent (T15) income bracket concerning the rationalisation of petrol subsidies as the matter is still under review, said Anwar Ibrahim.The prime minister said the classification is being studied to ensure that only the affluent pay the actual price for petrol, while 85 percent of the population will continue to benefit from subsidies.

Anwar: Govt has yet to finalise income classification for T15

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has emphasised that excessive reactions to the China flag-waving issue could harm Malaysia's tourism sector.He said it could create the perception that the country does not welcome foreign visitors and deter such tourists from coming.

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has emphasised that excessive reactions to the China flag-waving issue could harm Malaysia's tourism sector.He said it could create the perception that the country does not welcome foreign visitors and deter such tourists from coming.

Tiong: Overreaction to China flag issue could deter tourists

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/KeadilanRakyat/videos/1107559717498878

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rebuked those who criticised him for welcoming former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.Anwar said his actions were about showing good leadership, particularly when the other party approached with goodwill.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/KeadilanRakyat/videos/1107559717498878

Najib's 1MDB apology: When someone apologises, what do you want me to do? - Anwar

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has denied that he was involved with a Guan Gong cultural festival in Teluk Intan, Perak that had become an issue after a video spread showing several individuals waving China flags.He said he had instructed his officer to file a police report against Perak PAS commissioner Razman Zakaria who had made a slanderous allegation against him over it.Nga said he was in a meeting in Kuala Lumpur on that day so it was clearly a lie.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has denied that he was involved with a Guan Gong cultural festival in Teluk Intan, Perak that had become an issue after a video spread showing several individuals waving China flags.He said he had instructed his officer to file a police report against Perak PAS commissioner Razman Zakaria who had made a slanderous allegation against him over it.Nga said he was in a meeting in Kuala Lumpur on that day so it was clearly a lie.

China flags at festival: Nga lodges report against PAS leader over claims

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he reportedly said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.“(It is) Not his job. Since Najib maintains innocence, Anwar’s acceptance condones the crime," she 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he reportedly said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.“(It is) Not his job. Since Najib maintains innocence, Anwar’s acceptance condones the crime," she 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: Anwar welcomes Najib's 1MDB apology; 'PM has no business accepting apology' - Latheefa

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcoming Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal has drawn flak from several quarters.Lawyer Latheefa Koya slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.Note:AI Voiceover

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcoming Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal has drawn flak from several quarters.Lawyer Latheefa Koya slammed Anwar, saying he has no authority to accept such an apology.Note:AI Voiceover

PM has no business, no authority to accept Najib's apology, says Latheefa

Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil denied that the proposed law to allow house arrest of prisoners is not designed to facilitate the release of any specific individual, including VIPs.He said this amid speculation that the law is meant to pave the way for releasing former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=445027391527423

Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil denied that the proposed law to allow house arrest of prisoners is not designed to facilitate the release of any specific individual, including VIPs.He said this amid speculation that the law is meant to pave the way for releasing former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=445027391527423

Fahmi: House arrest bill has nothing to do with Najib

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Note:AI Voiceover

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak’s apology over the 1MDB scandal.“I welcome it,” he said when quizzed on the matter after Friday prayers in Putrajaya.Yesterday, Najib, in a statement read out by his son Nizar at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, apologised that the 1MDB scandal happened during his watch but maintained his innocence.Note:AI Voiceover

Anwar welcomes Najib's apology over 1MDB scandal

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has filed a defamation suit against Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks against her in relation to the halal certification issue.The Seputeh MP’s lawyers, SN Nair and Partners, served the writ of summons and statement of claim through Akmal’s legal firm Messrs Fahri, Azzat & Co.Note:AI Voiceover

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has filed a defamation suit against Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks against her in relation to the halal certification issue.The Seputeh MP’s lawyers, SN Nair and Partners, served the writ of summons and statement of claim through Akmal’s legal firm Messrs Fahri, Azzat & Co.Note:AI Voiceover

Halal certification issue: Teresa files defamation suit against Akmal

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) continuously monitors all airports to detect potential counter-setting activities at the country's entry points, said Chief Commissioner Azam Baki.He stated that particular focus is given to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), as it serves as the main gateway for foreign nationals.Note:AI Voiceover

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) continuously monitors all airports to detect potential counter-setting activities at the country's entry points, said Chief Commissioner Azam Baki.He stated that particular focus is given to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), as it serves as the main gateway for foreign nationals.Note:AI Voiceover

MACC monitoring all airports to detect potential counter setting, says Azam

Leaks of purported meeting minutes from a GLC under the Prime Minister's Department's purview have cast a spotlight on a "bonus" paid to a top executive despite the company achieving less than half of its key performance index (KPI).During a Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad's (PHB) board of directors meeting early this year, it approved a payout of three months basic salary equivalent to RM210,000 to the executive.Note:AI Voiceover

Leaks of purported meeting minutes from a GLC under the Prime Minister's Department's purview have cast a spotlight on a "bonus" paid to a top executive despite the company achieving less than half of its key performance index (KPI).During a Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad's (PHB) board of directors meeting early this year, it approved a payout of three months basic salary equivalent to RM210,000 to the executive.Note:AI Voiceover

Leaked documents show GLC exec getting RM210k bonus despite company's poor KPI

Lawyer Siti Kasim has dared a PAS lawmaker to repeat his claim that she insulted Islam outside of Parliament. "Right now, you're speaking in Parliament, and you’re brave because you know I can’t sue you. That’s the problem - you’re a coward. You’ve got no guts.""When and where have I ever insulted Islam? Show me. I’ve sued someone before and won because there is no evidence that I have insulted Islam," she said.Note:AI Voiceover

Lawyer Siti Kasim has dared a PAS lawmaker to repeat his claim that she insulted Islam outside of Parliament. "Right now, you're speaking in Parliament, and you’re brave because you know I can’t sue you. That’s the problem - you’re a coward. You’ve got no guts.""When and where have I ever insulted Islam? Show me. I’ve sued someone before and won because there is no evidence that I have insulted Islam," she said.Note:AI Voiceover

Siti Kasim dares PAS MP to repeat claims outside Dewan Rakyat

Umno vice-president Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail is convinced that former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology for the 1MDB scandal is genuine.He said he felt that Najib made the apology with a sincerity and it wasn't to seek sympathy.Note:Ai Voiceover

Umno vice-president Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail is convinced that former premier Najib Abdul Razak’s apology for the 1MDB scandal is genuine.He said he felt that Najib made the apology with a sincerity and it wasn't to seek sympathy.Note:Ai Voiceover

Umno veep believes Najib's apology is sincere, says it wasn't to garner sympathy

[KiniNews] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which was ignored for years.This is in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar Ishak also said that Pakatan Harapan had raised the 1MDB issue since 2011.___________________📌 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 premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which was ignored for years.This is in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar Ishak also said that Pakatan Harapan had raised the 1MDB issue since 2011.___________________📌 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: Najib apologises over 1MDB debacle, maintains innocence; PKR Youth hits back at Akmal

The Dewan Rakyat erupted after Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) raised the issue of an alleged royal addendum linked to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Unimpressed, RSN Rayer (Harapan- Jelutong) stood up and raised a standing order, chiding the Perikatan Nasional chief whip.The DAP lawmaker reminded Takiyuddin that as a lawyer, he should not question the previous Agong’s decisions and conduct.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/cPmsZF-mR0E

The Dewan Rakyat erupted after Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) raised the issue of an alleged royal addendum linked to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak.Unimpressed, RSN Rayer (Harapan- Jelutong) stood up and raised a standing order, chiding the Perikatan Nasional chief whip.The DAP lawmaker reminded Takiyuddin that as a lawyer, he should not question the previous Agong’s decisions and conduct.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/cPmsZF-mR0E

Dewan Rakyat heats up as Takiyuddin brings up royal addendum issue

A PKR lawmaker raised the growing calls for justice for a disabled e-hailing driver who was allegedly assaulted on May 28 by a police officer that was escorting a Johor royal.Hassan Abdul Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) stressed that several months have passed since the alleged incident took place but to date the perpetrator has yet to be charged.

A PKR lawmaker raised the growing calls for justice for a disabled e-hailing driver who was allegedly assaulted on May 28 by a police officer that was escorting a Johor royal.Hassan Abdul Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) stressed that several months have passed since the alleged incident took place but to date the perpetrator has yet to be charged.

Hassan Karim calls for answers from law minister, deputy on deaf driver assault case

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak has apologised for the 1MDB debacle.However, in a statement read out by his son Nizar, he maintained his innocence and pointed fingers at fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) and Petrosaudi executives.

Najib apologises for 1MDB scandal

PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which Umno ignored for years.It said this in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR Youth said that student debt could have been severely reduced, if it were not due to the 1MDB scandal which Umno ignored for years.It said this in response to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, who yesterday poked at Pakatan Harapan for ignoring BN leaders saying that the country could not afford to waive National Higher Education Fund (PTPTN) loan repayments.Note:AI Voiceover

1MDB issue: We warned you about it in 2011, PKR Youth hits back at Akmal

Unravel the mysteries affecting your food plate!  It's not just about climate change—price plays a pivotal role. Explore the unseen factors affecting what lands on your table. Click now for insights that will reshape your understanding of food security challenges.This video is produced as part of an investigative journalism project funded by Asia Democracy Network (ADN).

Unravel the mysteries affecting your food plate! It's not just about climate change—price plays a pivotal role. Explore the unseen factors affecting what lands on your table. Click now for insights that will reshape your understanding of food security challenges.This video is produced as part of an investigative journalism project funded by Asia Democracy Network (ADN).

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