What is the story behind the controversy involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH)?What is the connection between GISBH and the Al-Arqam group that was declared deviant in 1994?How did an organization that started as a missionary movement turn into a global conglomerate?Follow this special report by KiniTV on the controversy and history of GISBH.Reporter: Azreen MadzlanHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual editor: John Ng

What is the story behind the controversy involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH)?What is the connection between GISBH and the Al-Arqam group that was declared deviant in 1994?How did an organization that started as a missionary movement turn into a global conglomerate?Follow this special report by KiniTV on the controversy and history of GISBH.Reporter: Azreen MadzlanHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual editor: John Ng

[Special Report] A look at the history of GISBH, Al-Arqam and Abuya

[KiniNews] Umno Veterans’ Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has expressed concerns over clashes between component parties of the coalition government, which he said could impact preparations for the 16th general election."If this goes on, it could affect strategies for GE16. The veterans are concerned that if this (situation) gets out of control, then the government will not last long," he said.Mustapha urged for an immediate pause in attacks between coalition government components and proposed an agreement between the parties involved to cease any hostility against one another.Meanwhile, a DAP leader has also called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali pointed out that voters in Mahkota had supported their cooperation while looking at the bigger picture despite questions being raised on their ties during the by-election campaign trail.___________________📌 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] Umno Veterans’ Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has expressed concerns over clashes between component parties of the coalition government, which he said could impact preparations for the 16th general election."If this goes on, it could affect strategies for GE16. The veterans are concerned that if this (situation) gets out of control, then the government will not last long," he said.Mustapha urged for an immediate pause in attacks between coalition government components and proposed an agreement between the parties involved to cease any hostility against one another.Meanwhile, a DAP leader has also called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali pointed out that voters in Mahkota had supported their cooperation while looking at the bigger picture despite questions being raised on their ties during the by-election campaign trail.___________________📌 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: 'If clashes get out of control govt won't last long'; DAP leader calls for end to attacks

A DAP leader called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN, stressing that politicians should learn from voters who support their cooperation.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said voters were convinced to support the Madani government which led to their victory in the recent Mahkota polls.This was despite questions raised on Harapan-BN ties during the by-election campaign trail, he noted.Note:AI Voiceover

A DAP leader called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN, stressing that politicians should learn from voters who support their cooperation.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said voters were convinced to support the Madani government which led to their victory in the recent Mahkota polls.This was despite questions raised on Harapan-BN ties during the by-election campaign trail, he noted.Note:AI Voiceover

DAP leader tells politicians to stop clashes, learn from Mahkota voters

Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan said the PN's leadership was uninspiring and they lacked policies or ideas.Shahril said this in the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast while discussing the recently concluded Mahkota by-election.He said if it continues, this can lead to Pakatan Harapan and Anwar Ibrahim winning easily in the next general election.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan said the PN's leadership was uninspiring and they lacked policies or ideas.Shahril said this in the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast while discussing the recently concluded Mahkota by-election.He said if it continues, this can lead to Pakatan Harapan and Anwar Ibrahim winning easily in the next general election.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

PN's leadership uninspiring, if this continues Harapan can easily win the next GE - Shahril

Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming believes that Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's position will be safe as long as Najib Abdul Razak is in prison.Ong said this in response to a question from Khairy Jamaluddin on the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast.Khairy had asked Ong about his thoughts on Najib's fate after Umno won in the by-election and Zahid's position is seen as getting stronger.Video sourcehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming believes that Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's position will be safe as long as Najib Abdul Razak is in prison.Ong said this in response to a question from Khairy Jamaluddin on the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast.Khairy had asked Ong about his thoughts on Najib's fate after Umno won in the by-election and Zahid's position is seen as getting stronger.Video sourcehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Zahid's position won't be threatened if Najib is still in prison, says Kian Ming

The “ultra rich” do not care about education subsidies, said Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the wealthy send their children to international schools, costing tens of thousands of ringgit per month, and not to fully residential schools (SBP) or Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM).The rich do not care, nor benefit from SBP or MRSM, which are subsidised by the government, he said.Note:AI Voiceover

The “ultra rich” do not care about education subsidies, said Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the wealthy send their children to international schools, costing tens of thousands of ringgit per month, and not to fully residential schools (SBP) or Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM).The rich do not care, nor benefit from SBP or MRSM, which are subsidised by the government, he said.Note:AI Voiceover

The rich don't care about education subsidies, says Wan Fayhsal

Former research assistant Muhammed Yusoff Rawther has filed an originating summons to seek an order to declare Section 41B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 as unconstitutional, according to his lawyer.Lawyer Rafique Rashid Ali said his client, who is facing charges under Section 39B of the act, is in Sungai Buloh prison while waiting for trial.

Former research assistant Muhammed Yusoff Rawther has filed an originating summons to seek an order to declare Section 41B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 as unconstitutional, according to his lawyer.Lawyer Rafique Rashid Ali said his client, who is facing charges under Section 39B of the act, is in Sungai Buloh prison while waiting for trial.

Yusoff Rawther seeks order to declare 'no bail' provision unconstitutional

The Federal Court today upheld the death sentences of seven Filipinos, including a nephew of self-proclaimed Sulu sultan Jamalul Kiram, for waging war against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong during the Lahad Datu incursion 11 years ago.A three-judge panel, led by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, unanimously dismissed the review applications submitted by the seven men.

The Federal Court today upheld the death sentences of seven Filipinos, including a nephew of self-proclaimed Sulu sultan Jamalul Kiram, for waging war against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong during the Lahad Datu incursion 11 years ago.A three-judge panel, led by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat, unanimously dismissed the review applications submitted by the seven men.

Federal Court upholds death sentences for 7 Filipinos over Lahad Datu incursion

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Johor DAP chairperson Liew Chin Tong over his remarks on the Mahkota polls.Akmal pointed out that the number of Chinese voters had also declined during the Sungai Bakap by-election in July, several months prior to his feud with Teresa Kok.He questioned if this was his fault as well even though he was not in Sungai Bakap then.Note:AI Voiceover

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Johor DAP chairperson Liew Chin Tong over his remarks on the Mahkota polls.Akmal pointed out that the number of Chinese voters had also declined during the Sungai Bakap by-election in July, several months prior to his feud with Teresa Kok.He questioned if this was his fault as well even though he was not in Sungai Bakap then.Note:AI Voiceover

Chinese voters didn't vote in Sg Bakap, is that my fault too? Akmal asks Liew

[KiniNews] Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has argued that Umno’s long list of misdeeds renders it undeserving of an apology.He said this while commenting on Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed asking Harapan to apologise for the accusations levelled against Umno in the past.Contrary to Jazlan’s claim that Harapan desperately needs Umno to remain in power, he pointed out that it was the Anwar Ibrahim-led coalition that offered a “desperate” Umno a lifeline after the last general election.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR deputy information chief Razeef Rakimin said Umno should be grateful to Harapan for helping it shed its arrogance and corruption. Razeef also said that Umno should not let its triumph in the Mahkota polls get to its head because it would not have happened without Harapan’s assistance.___________________📌 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] Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has argued that Umno’s long list of misdeeds renders it undeserving of an apology.He said this while commenting on Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed asking Harapan to apologise for the accusations levelled against Umno in the past.Contrary to Jazlan’s claim that Harapan desperately needs Umno to remain in power, he pointed out that it was the Anwar Ibrahim-led coalition that offered a “desperate” Umno a lifeline after the last general election.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR deputy information chief Razeef Rakimin said Umno should be grateful to Harapan for helping it shed its arrogance and corruption. Razeef also said that Umno should not let its triumph in the Mahkota polls get to its head because it would not have happened without Harapan’s assistance.___________________📌 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: Umno undeserving of apology, says Tajuddin; PKR leader hits back at Nur Jazlan

A lawyer for former finance minister Daim Zainuddin and his wife Na’imah Abdul Khalid wants a task force formed to probe a media report the couple claims vindicates them of corruption charges.Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan said a multi-agency task force is needed as the investigation could involve questioning Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who was named in the Bloomberg report.

A lawyer for former finance minister Daim Zainuddin and his wife Na’imah Abdul Khalid wants a task force formed to probe a media report the couple claims vindicates them of corruption charges.Lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan said a multi-agency task force is needed as the investigation could involve questioning Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who was named in the Bloomberg report.

Form multi-agency task force to probe Bloomberg report, says Daim's lawyer

Rafizi Ramli has slammed social media influencer “Lim Sian See” for writing statements that do not portray the full picture to mislead Malay voters.The economy minister made the accusation in the latest episode of “Yang Bakar Menteri” (YBM) podcast with Lim, who was unmasked as Eric See-To, the BN strategic communications deputy director when Najib Abdul Razak was prime minister in the run-up to the 2018 election.Note:AI VoiceoverVideo source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-tpyLr5kwxI

Rafizi Ramli has slammed social media influencer “Lim Sian See” for writing statements that do not portray the full picture to mislead Malay voters.The economy minister made the accusation in the latest episode of “Yang Bakar Menteri” (YBM) podcast with Lim, who was unmasked as Eric See-To, the BN strategic communications deputy director when Najib Abdul Razak was prime minister in the run-up to the 2018 election.Note:AI VoiceoverVideo source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-tpyLr5kwxI

Rafizi claims pro-Najib influencer misleading Malay voters

There is no need for PAS to reveal its electoral post-mortem results to the media, the Islamist party’s information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said.He said this in response to Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi accusing PAS of being in denial over Perikatan Nasional’s defeat in Mahkota.Note:AI Voiceover

There is no need for PAS to reveal its electoral post-mortem results to the media, the Islamist party’s information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said.He said this in response to Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi accusing PAS of being in denial over Perikatan Nasional’s defeat in Mahkota.Note:AI Voiceover

No need for PAS to announce Mahkota post-mortem results to the media, Fadhli tells Puad

Na'imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin was summoned to the Sentul District Police Headquarters today.Nai'imah had been called in to give her statement to assist with investigations over the police report she lodged on abuse of power and conspiracy allegations related to MACC’s investigation into her husband.This was following Bloomberg’s Sept 26 report detailing claims of political interference in the graftbuster’s operations.

Na'imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin was summoned to the Sentul District Police Headquarters today.Nai'imah had been called in to give her statement to assist with investigations over the police report she lodged on abuse of power and conspiracy allegations related to MACC’s investigation into her husband.This was following Bloomberg’s Sept 26 report detailing claims of political interference in the graftbuster’s operations.

Na'imah arrives at Sentul police station to give statement over report

Following Umno’s triumph in the Mahkota polls, party supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi chided PAS for still being in denial over Perikatan Nasional’s decline.He said Bersatu president) Muhyiddin Yassin is a gentleman and accepted Mahkota’s results with an open heart, saying he would work to improve his party.Whereas, Gerakan president Dominic Lau was more open, expressing concerns about Malay voters returning to the Umno fold - both in Nenggiri and Mahkota.Note:AI Voiceover

Following Umno’s triumph in the Mahkota polls, party supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi chided PAS for still being in denial over Perikatan Nasional’s decline.He said Bersatu president) Muhyiddin Yassin is a gentleman and accepted Mahkota’s results with an open heart, saying he would work to improve his party.Whereas, Gerakan president Dominic Lau was more open, expressing concerns about Malay voters returning to the Umno fold - both in Nenggiri and Mahkota.Note:AI Voiceover

Mahkota polls: PAS has a denial syndrome, says Puad

Over 120 protesters rallied in front of the Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) office in Selayang, Selangor, this morning.Banding together under a coalition called the Rawang Tolak Insinerator (RTI) Network, they demanded the authorities stop a plan to build an incinerator in Batu Arang, Rawang.RTI spokesperson Abdul Hanan Abd Mokti said they hope the local government would review its recent decision to re-zone a plot of land in Batu Arang, which effectively makes way for the construction of the incinerator.

Over 120 protesters rallied in front of the Selayang Municipal Council (MPS) office in Selayang, Selangor, this morning.Banding together under a coalition called the Rawang Tolak Insinerator (RTI) Network, they demanded the authorities stop a plan to build an incinerator in Batu Arang, Rawang.RTI spokesperson Abdul Hanan Abd Mokti said they hope the local government would review its recent decision to re-zone a plot of land in Batu Arang, which effectively makes way for the construction of the incinerator.

Protesters rally outside Selayang Municipal Council against incinerator plan

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has argued that Umno’s long list of misdeeds renders it undeserving of an expression of regret.He said this in response to Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed asking Pakatan Harapan to apologise for casting his party in a negative light for decades.Note:AI Voiceover

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has argued that Umno’s long list of misdeeds renders it undeserving of an expression of regret.He said this in response to Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed asking Pakatan Harapan to apologise for casting his party in a negative light for decades. Note:AI Voiceover

Umno should be grateful for lifeline, says Tajuddin

A PKR leader has hit back at Nur Jazlan Mohamed, who suggested that Pakatan Harapan apologise for the accusations levelled against Umno in the past.According to Razeef Rakimin, it is Umno who should be grateful to Harapan for helping it shed its “arrogance and corruption”. Note:AI Voiceover

A PKR leader has hit back at Nur Jazlan Mohamed, who suggested that Pakatan Harapan apologise for the accusations levelled against Umno in the past.According to Razeef Rakimin, it is Umno who should be grateful to Harapan for helping it shed its “arrogance and corruption”. Note:AI Voiceover

'Harapan does not need to apologise to Umno' - PKR leader responds to Nur Jazlan

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has expressed confidence in the efficiency and credibility of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to complete the investigation into GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH).Speaking at the monthly assembly of the Home Ministry today, he voiced full support for the enforcement actions carried out by the police through Op Global since the beginning of the month.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has expressed confidence in the efficiency and credibility of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) to complete the investigation into GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH).Speaking at the monthly assembly of the Home Ministry today, he voiced full support for the enforcement actions carried out by the police through Op Global since the beginning of the month.

I fully support the actions taken by police against GISB, says Saifuddin

[KiniNews] Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, has contended that a Bloomberg report vindicates both of them.After lodging a police report at the Petaling Jaya police station today, she claimed the international news media report showed that they were subjected to politically motivated investigations and trumped-up charges instigated by Anwar Ibrahim.Both the Prime Minister's Office and the MACC had previously denied the allegations in the article.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar has taken aim at Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his “exaggerated” statement regarding his willingness to go to court on the issue of the halal certification.His claim that he is out to defend Islam and the Malays in the issue of halal certification is, in fact 'lebih sudu dari kuah', 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] Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, has contended that a Bloomberg report vindicates both of them.After lodging a police report at the Petaling Jaya police station today, she claimed the international news media report showed that they were subjected to politically motivated investigations and trumped-up charges instigated by Anwar Ibrahim.Both the Prime Minister's Office and the MACC had previously denied the allegations in the article.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar has taken aim at Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his “exaggerated” statement regarding his willingness to go to court on the issue of the halal certification.His claim that he is out to defend Islam and the Malays in the issue of halal certification is, in fact 'lebih sudu dari kuah', 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: Bloomberg article vindicates us, says Daim's wife; 'Akmal's statement is an exaggeration'

Ahead of the presentation of Budget 2025, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signalled that the government is examining the distribution of education subsidies to the people.Speaking in Putrajaya today, Anwar said that the government wants to ensure that such subsidies are channelled to those who really deserve them.

Ahead of the presentation of Budget 2025, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim signalled that the government is examining the distribution of education subsidies to the people.Speaking in Putrajaya today, Anwar said that the government wants to ensure that such subsidies are channelled to those who really deserve them.

Anwar indicates govt may cut education subsidies for the rich

PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar has taken aim at Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his “exaggerated” statement regarding his willingness to go to court on the issue of the halal certification.“His claim that he is out to defend Islam and the Malays in the issue of halal certification is, in fact, more spoon than gravy (lebih sudu dari kuah - a proverb meaning an exaggeration without substance)."He said the statement is an exaggeration compared to the issue of halal certification, which is a consumer issue.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR Youth communications director Haziq Azfar has taken aim at Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his “exaggerated” statement regarding his willingness to go to court on the issue of the halal certification.“His claim that he is out to defend Islam and the Malays in the issue of halal certification is, in fact, more spoon than gravy (lebih sudu dari kuah - a proverb meaning an exaggeration without substance)."He said the statement is an exaggeration compared to the issue of halal certification, which is a consumer issue.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR Youth chides Akmal for exaggerating

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man urged the public and law enforcement agencies not to get ahead of the justice system in the case of Global Ikhwan Services And Business Holdings (GISBH).He stressed that only the court can determine if the group and its members are guilty of crimes as alleged.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721000Note:AI Voiceover

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man urged the public and law enforcement agencies not to get ahead of the justice system in the case of Global Ikhwan Services And Business Holdings (GISBH).He stressed that only the court can determine if the group and its members are guilty of crimes as alleged.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721000Note:AI Voiceover

Don't get ahead of the court, says Tuan Ibrahim on GISBH case

Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, has contended that a Bloomberg report vindicates both of them.After lodging a police report at the Petaling Jaya police station today, she claimed the international news media report showed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim abused power in the criminal prosecution against the couple.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/720988Note:AI Voiceover

Na’imah Abdul Khalid, the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, has contended that a Bloomberg report vindicates both of them.After lodging a police report at the Petaling Jaya police station today, she claimed the international news media report showed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim abused power in the criminal prosecution against the couple.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/720988Note:AI Voiceover

We are vindicated, says Daim's wife on Bloomberg report

Former Umno supreme council member Isham Jalil has hit back at Mohd Puad Zarkashi for pinning Perikatan Nasional’s defeat in the Mahkota by-election on him.He chided the veteran Umno leader, saying Puad behaved like a “low-level cybertrooper” and not befitting his position as the Johor state assembly speaker.Note:AI Voiceover

Former Umno supreme council member Isham Jalil has hit back at Mohd Puad Zarkashi for pinning Perikatan Nasional’s defeat in the Mahkota by-election on him.He chided the veteran Umno leader, saying Puad behaved like a “low-level cybertrooper” and not befitting his position as the Johor state assembly speaker.Note:AI Voiceover

'Like a cybertrooper' - Isham hits back at Puad

The Health Ministry today reported 3,027 new Covid-19 cases and eight deaths over the past 24 hours.Johor (1,103) reported more cases than the entire of the Klang Valley (1,039).Most of the new cases in Johor are attributed to the Bukit Pasir cluster (779 new cases, 1379 total) which started in the Muar district and has spread to the Sik district in Kedah.

The Health Ministry today reported 3,027 new Covid-19 cases and eight deaths over the past 24 hours. Johor (1,103) reported more cases than the entire of the Klang Valley (1,039). Most of the new cases in Johor are attributed to the Bukit Pasir cluster (779 new cases, 1379 total) which started in the Muar district and has spread to the Sik district in Kedah.

#KiniNews: Malaysia records over 3,000 new Covid-19 cases