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 PAS Ulama Council has dismissed Suhakam’s objections to public caning, stating that questioning a state’s jurisdiction is inappropriate.Its chief Ahmad Yahaya defended the Terengganu Syariah Court’s decision, emphasising that it is based on clear legal provisions and aligns with state powers under the Ninth Schedule of the Federal Constitution.

The PAS Ulama Council has dismissed Suhakam’s objections to public caning, stating that questioning a state’s jurisdiction is inappropriate.Its chief Ahmad Yahaya defended the Terengganu Syariah Court’s decision, emphasising that it is based on clear legal provisions and aligns with state powers under the Ninth Schedule of the Federal Constitution.

Public caning: Suhakam questioning state's jurisdiction is inappropriate - PAS

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has called on PAS leaders to repent and stop undermining the harmony of Malaysia's multi-ethnic society.This comes after recent criticisms from PAS over a Christmas caroling event at his ministry, where Nga emphasised the importance of celebrating diversity.Nga also pledged to continue fostering unity by celebrating various festivals with all communities, and has extended an invitation to PAS leaders to join his ministry's upcoming Aidilfitri celebration.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has called on PAS leaders to repent and stop undermining the harmony of Malaysia's multi-ethnic society.This comes after recent criticisms from PAS over a Christmas caroling event at his ministry, where Nga emphasised the importance of celebrating diversity.Nga also pledged to continue fostering unity by celebrating various festivals with all communities, and has extended an invitation to PAS leaders to join his ministry's upcoming Aidilfitri celebration.

'I'll invite PAS leaders to attend Hari Raya celebration, please bring kompang'

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming criticised PAS Youth vice-chief Muhammad Hanif Jamaluddin for opposing a Christmas caroling session held at his ministry.Speaking to Sin Chew Daily, Nga questioned whether PAS understands the meaning of respect after Hanif objected to Muslims being present in the audience, claiming it violated Islamic principles. Hanif’s remarks sparked a strong reaction from DAP leaders, who quickly came to Nga’s defense and condemned PAS Youth for its stance.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming criticised PAS Youth vice-chief Muhammad Hanif Jamaluddin for opposing a Christmas caroling session held at his ministry.Speaking to Sin Chew Daily, Nga questioned whether PAS understands the meaning of respect after Hanif objected to Muslims being present in the audience, claiming it violated Islamic principles. Hanif’s remarks sparked a strong reaction from DAP leaders, who quickly came to Nga’s defense and condemned PAS Youth for its stance.

DAP calls out PAS Youth over attack on ministry’s Christmas event

Recently Universiti Malaya interdicted a lecturer who had allegedly sent nude photographs of himself to students pending an investigation.The university did not disclose further details about the incident or the identity of the lecturer but reiterated its commitment to upholding a zero-tolerance policy on misconduct within its community.KiniTV spoke to several UM students to get their views on the case and what they think should be done about it. Let's take a look at what they said.Multimedia Journalist: Soneeya Kalaiselvam, Lavis LeeProducer: Robin Koh, Faidzal Mohtar

Recently Universiti Malaya interdicted a lecturer who had allegedly sent nude photographs of himself to students pending an investigation.The university did not disclose further details about the incident or the identity of the lecturer but reiterated its commitment to upholding a zero-tolerance policy on misconduct within its community.KiniTV spoke to several UM students to get their views on the case and what they think should be done about it. Let's take a look at what they said.Multimedia Journalist: Soneeya Kalaiselvam, Lavis LeeProducer: Robin Koh, Faidzal Mohtar

[Voxpop] Sexual harassment: Universiti Malaya students speak out

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal has exposed WhatsApp messages and details of 500,000 ringgit allegedly paid to Sabah Minister Mohd Arifin Arif.Ariffin who is the Membakut assemblyperson is also the son-in-law of Sabah’s new governor Musa AmanIn another development, PAS’s decision to launch a “jihad donation” fund to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay a defamation lawsuit has been criticized as an act that seemingly “legitimises” slander.UMNO Supreme Council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi claimed the initiative was also a strategy by PAS to sensationalise the issue and garner public sympathy.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal has exposed WhatsApp messages and details of 500,000 ringgit allegedly paid to Sabah Minister Mohd Arifin Arif.Ariffin who is the Membakut assemblyperson is also the son-in-law of Sabah’s new governor Musa AmanIn another development, PAS’s decision to launch a “jihad donation” fund to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay a defamation lawsuit has been criticized as an act that seemingly “legitimises” slander.UMNO Supreme Council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi claimed the initiative was also a strategy by PAS to sensationalise the issue and garner public sympathy.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: RM500k linked to Musa Aman's son-in-law, Is slander now 'halal' according to PAS?

Sirens sounded in Indonesia on Thursday as survivors and families gathered to remember over 220,000 lives lost in the Indian Ocean tsunami 20 years ago.A ceremony at Banda Aceh’s Baiturrahman Grand Mosque marked the start of regional memorials, with a three-minute siren at the exact moment the December 26, 2004, earthquake struck.

Sirens sounded in Indonesia on Thursday as survivors and families gathered to remember over 220,000 lives lost in the Indian Ocean tsunami 20 years ago.A ceremony at Banda Aceh’s Baiturrahman Grand Mosque marked the start of regional memorials, with a three-minute siren at the exact moment the December 26, 2004, earthquake struck.

Three-minute siren in Banda Aceh honours 2004 tsunami victims

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal has unveiled screenshots of WhatsApp messages, along with details of the time and location of transactions allegedly tied to a payment of RM500,000 to state Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Mohd Arifin Arif.Arifin is also the assemblyperson for Membakut and the son-in-law of the newly appointed Sabah governor, Musa Aman.Read more here: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/729910

The whistleblower in the Sabah corruption scandal has unveiled screenshots of WhatsApp messages, along with details of the time and location of transactions allegedly tied to a payment of RM500,000 to state Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Mohd Arifin Arif.Arifin is also the assemblyperson for Membakut and the son-in-law of the newly appointed Sabah governor, Musa Aman.Read more here: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/729910

'When, how, where' - RM500k linked to Musa Aman's son-in-law

Large holes visible on the tail of an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 that crashed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday have sparked speculation it was downed by an attack, Anadolu Agency reported. Online commentators and the public suggested the holes may have been caused by weapons fire, though investigators have not confirmed this. The crash claimed 38 lives, with 29 people surviving the tragic incident.

Large holes visible on the tail of an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 that crashed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday have sparked speculation it was downed by an attack, Anadolu Agency reported. Online commentators and the public suggested the holes may have been caused by weapons fire, though investigators have not confirmed this. The crash claimed 38 lives, with 29 people surviving the tragic incident.

Holes in crashed Azerbaijan plane spark speculation of attack

PAS’s decision to launch a “jihad donation” fund to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay a defamation lawsuit has been criticized as an act that seemingly “legitimises” slander.UMNO Supreme Council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi claimed the initiative was also a strategy by PAS to sensationalise the issue and garner public sympathy.

PAS’s decision to launch a “jihad donation” fund to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay a defamation lawsuit has been criticized as an act that seemingly “legitimises” slander.UMNO Supreme Council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi claimed the initiative was also a strategy by PAS to sensationalise the issue and garner public sympathy.

‘Derma jihad’: PAS’s interpretation makes slander ‘ditanggung halal’ - Puad

Twelve aid containers from the Malaysian Consultative Council for Islamic Organisations (Mapim) have successfully crossed the Rafah border into Gaza. Sani Araby, head of the Malaysia Emergency Aid Mission to Gaza, shared a heartfelt moment from a viral video showing a Gazan refugee running joyfully with a Malaysian-flagged aid box. This marks the first phase of the mission, with plans underway to deliver 100 containers in total.Video source: MAPIM Malaysia 

Twelve aid containers from the Malaysian Consultative Council for Islamic Organisations (Mapim) have successfully crossed the Rafah border into Gaza. Sani Araby, head of the Malaysia Emergency Aid Mission to Gaza, shared a heartfelt moment from a viral video showing a Gazan refugee running joyfully with a Malaysian-flagged aid box. This marks the first phase of the mission, with plans underway to deliver 100 containers in total.Video source: MAPIM Malaysia

Joy in Gaza as Malaysia’s food aid reaches those in need

[KiniNews] The whistleblower at the heart of Sabah's corruption scandal will lodge a report with the MACC onver his allegations.The whistleblower’s lawyer, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, revealed that he had advised his client to file a report with the MACC to “break the stalemate”.“My client will lodge a report and submit all the evidence in his possession to ensure action is taken. This includes videos, screenshots of WhatsApp conversations, documents, and other evidence to substantiate his allegations,” he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a DAP leader has asked whether anyone in PAS would voice out against slander.This comes following reports that PAS was allegedly organising a donation drive to help  Siti Mastura Muhammad pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders after losing a court battle.___________________📌 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 whistleblower at the heart of Sabah's corruption scandal will lodge a report with the MACC onver his allegations.The whistleblower’s lawyer, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, revealed that he had advised his client to file a report with the MACC to “break the stalemate”.“My client will lodge a report and submit all the evidence in his possession to ensure action is taken. This includes videos, screenshots of WhatsApp conversations, documents, and other evidence to substantiate his allegations,” he added.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a DAP leader has asked whether anyone in PAS would voice out against slander.This comes following reports that PAS was allegedly organising a donation drive to help Siti Mastura Muhammad pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders after losing a court battle.___________________📌 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: Sabah whistleblower to file MACC report; Will PAS speak out against slander? - DAP leader

The organisers of a dinner event hosted by a mining company in Tanah Merah last Saturday, which featured a provocative dance performance, have been fined 10,000 ringgit.According to Kosmo, state Local Government, Housing, Health, and Environment Committee chairperson Hilmi Abdullah said the compound was paid under Section 6 of the Entertainment and Control of Entertainment Places Enactment 1998.

The organisers of a dinner event hosted by a mining company in Tanah Merah last Saturday, which featured a provocative dance performance, have been fined 10,000 ringgit.According to Kosmo, state Local Government, Housing, Health, and Environment Committee chairperson Hilmi Abdullah said the compound was paid under Section 6 of the Entertainment and Control of Entertainment Places Enactment 1998.

Organisers of event in Kelantan featuring obscene dance fined RM10,000

The Kuala Lumpur High Court today dismissed an application by Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman for leave to challenge the government’s decision to withdraw allocation intended for his constituency.Judge Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh who made the ruling, said that the application was made out of time, and he has no jurisdiction to determine the matter.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/729789

The Kuala Lumpur High Court today dismissed an application by Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman for leave to challenge the government’s decision to withdraw allocation intended for his constituency.Judge Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh who made the ruling, said that the application was made out of time, and he has no jurisdiction to determine the matter.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/729789

Court rejects Syed Saddiq's judicial review bid over allocations for Muar

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has instructed the Road Transport Department to immediately investigate the deadly three-vehicle crash which left seven dead and 33 others injured.He said preliminary probe by the authorities found the accident occurred after the trailer’s tyre got detached on the highway, resulting in the tour bus trying to avoid it crashing into three vehicles moving in the opposite direction.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke has instructed the Road Transport Department to immediately investigate the deadly three-vehicle crash which left seven dead and 33 others injured.He said preliminary probe by the authorities found the accident occurred after the trailer’s tyre got detached on the highway, resulting in the tour bus trying to avoid it crashing into three vehicles moving in the opposite direction.

Initial probe finds dislodged tyre caused three-vehicle crash in Ayer Keroh - Loke

The whistleblower at the heart of Sabah's corruption scandal has unveiled new allegations implicating Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and several state assemblypersons.The whistleblower’s lawyer, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, revealed that he had advised his client to file a report with the MACC to “break the stalemate”.

The whistleblower at the heart of Sabah's corruption scandal has unveiled new allegations implicating Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and several state assemblypersons.The whistleblower’s lawyer, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, revealed that he had advised his client to file a report with the MACC to “break the stalemate”.

Sabah scandal: Whistleblower will file MACC report, says Shafee

With PAS organising a donation drive to help PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad, a DAP leader asked whether anyone in the Islamist party would voice out against slander.This comes after PAS allegedly organised a donation drive to help Siti Mastura pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders after losing a court battle.

With PAS organising a donation drive to help PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad, a DAP leader asked whether anyone in the Islamist party would voice out against slander.This comes after PAS allegedly organised a donation drive to help Siti Mastura pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders after losing a court battle.

Derma jihad: Will anyone in PAS voice out against slander? - DAP leader

Sabah Umno chief Bung Moktar Radin has urged all parties to respect Sabah’s harmony and abide by the rule of law.He said this after another group, purportedly in support of Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor, had decided to hold a rally at the same place where a group of students had planned to gather to oppose corruption in the state.

Sabah Umno chief Bung Moktar Radin has urged all parties to respect Sabah’s harmony and abide by the rule of law.He said this after another group, purportedly in support of Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor, had decided to hold a rally at the same place where a group of students had planned to gather to oppose corruption in the state.

Sabah rallies: Bung urges all parties to respect state's harmony

As Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim begins his second year in office, a survey found that voters had given him a slightly improved rating of 54 percent.This is according to the findings of a Merdeka Center survey that asked 1,207 people from Nov 27 and Dec 10 whether they were satisfied with the prime minister’s performance.

As Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim begins his second year in office, a survey found that voters had given him a slightly improved rating of 54 percent.This is according to the findings of a Merdeka Center survey that asked 1,207 people from Nov 27 and Dec 10 whether they were satisfied with the prime minister’s performance.

Anwar's approval rating increases to 54pct in second year - survey

[KiniNews] PAS is allegedly organising a donation drive to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders.This is after she lost a defamation case for claiming that Lim Kit Siang and Lim Guan Eng were related to Communist Party of Malaya (CPM) leader Chin Peng and that Teresa Kok was also related to the Lims.In a letter that had spread on social media, PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said that to avoid Siti Mastura being disqualified as an MP, the party is organising a donation drive.Malaysiakini is trying to contact Takiyuddin and other PAS leaders to confirm the authenticity of the letter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Universiti Malaya has suspended a lecturer accused of sending nude photos to students, pending an investigation.The university said the measure was taken under the Statutory Bodies (Discipline and Surcharge) Act 2000.___________________📌 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 is allegedly organising a donation drive to help Kepala Batas MP Siti Mastura Muhammad pay RM825,000 in damages to DAP leaders.This is after she lost a defamation case for claiming that Lim Kit Siang and Lim Guan Eng were related to Communist Party of Malaya (CPM) leader Chin Peng and that Teresa Kok was also related to the Lims.In a letter that had spread on social media, PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said that to avoid Siti Mastura being disqualified as an MP, the party is organising a donation drive.Malaysiakini is trying to contact Takiyuddin and other PAS leaders to confirm the authenticity of the letter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Universiti Malaya has suspended a lecturer accused of sending nude photos to students, pending an investigation.The university said the measure was taken under the Statutory Bodies (Discipline and Surcharge) Act 2000.___________________📌 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 allegedly seeking donations to help Siti Mastura pay DAP; UM suspends lecturer

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he has no information about a purported addendum added to the partial pardon granted to Najib Abdul Razak which would allow the former premier to finish his sentence under house arrest.“I only received an application from Najib seeking to spend the rest of his jail time under house arrest.“And I have no information about this additional document,” he said at a press conference at the Home Ministry’s office in Putrajaya today.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he has no information about a purported addendum added to the partial pardon granted to Najib Abdul Razak which would allow the former premier to finish his sentence under house arrest.“I only received an application from Najib seeking to spend the rest of his jail time under house arrest.“And I have no information about this additional document,” he said at a press conference at the Home Ministry’s office in Putrajaya today.

I have no information about addendum on house arrest for Najib, says Saifuddin