The Attorney-General's Chambers has filed an application for a gag order over former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest judicial review linked to an alleged royal addendum.Najib's counsel Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee confirmed with Malaysiakini that  the AGC filed the application at the Kuala Lumpur High Court at around 7.45 last night.

The Attorney-General's Chambers has filed an application for a gag order over former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest judicial review linked to an alleged royal addendum.Najib's counsel Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee confirmed with Malaysiakini that the AGC filed the application at the Kuala Lumpur High Court at around 7.45 last night.

AGC files for gag order on Najib's addendum

Donald Trump was sworn in as US President for a returning second term in office on Monday.Meanwhile, former US Senator JD Vance was sworn in as US Vice President.The inauguration ceremony was held indoors at the at the US Capitol and was not held at its usual location, the National Mall, due to the cold weather.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/7mHYtO-kR38?feature=shared

Donald Trump was sworn in as US President for a returning second term in office on Monday.Meanwhile, former US Senator JD Vance was sworn in as US Vice President.The inauguration ceremony was held indoors at the at the US Capitol and was not held at its usual location, the National Mall, due to the cold weather.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/7mHYtO-kR38?feature=shared

Donald Trump, JD Vance sworn in as US President and Vice President

[KiniNews] A PKR leader has expressed outrage over Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah’s accusation against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim regarding the royal addendum.Fahmi Zainol demanded that the 87-year-old Umno politician publicly apologise to the prime minister for his “reckless and baseless” claims.The PKR supreme council member regretted that Tengku Razaleigh, also known as Ku Li, had accused Anwar of concealing documents and obstructing justice despite explanations on the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called for fairness toward newly appointed Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh amid demands for his resignation, saying he could have just been following orders.This was over critics alleging that Terrirudin, during his tenure as attorney-general, concealed the royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.___________________📌 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] A PKR leader has expressed outrage over Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah’s accusation against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim regarding the royal addendum.Fahmi Zainol demanded that the 87-year-old Umno politician publicly apologise to the prime minister for his “reckless and baseless” claims.The PKR supreme council member regretted that Tengku Razaleigh, also known as Ku Li, had accused Anwar of concealing documents and obstructing justice despite explanations on the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called for fairness toward newly appointed Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh amid demands for his resignation, saying he could have just been following orders.This was over critics alleging that Terrirudin, during his tenure as attorney-general, concealed the royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.___________________📌 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: Ku Li should apologise to Anwar, says PKR leader; Zaid- Be fair to Terrirudin on addendum

DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng has called on leaders to acknowledge their mistakes and accept constructive criticism as a path to improvement and progress.Speaking at a Chinese New Year appreciation banquet for Bagan DAP branch members, community representatives, and local teams on Sunday night, he stressed the importance of sincerity and honesty in providing feedback.

DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng has called on leaders to acknowledge their mistakes and accept constructive criticism as a path to improvement and progress.Speaking at a Chinese New Year appreciation banquet for Bagan DAP branch members, community representatives, and local teams on Sunday night, he stressed the importance of sincerity and honesty in providing feedback.

Leaders must accept criticism and be willing to improve, says Guan Eng

Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah has expressed surprise over the police's instruction to obtain consent from the owners of the premises where the group is planning to hold an anti-corruption rally.Its legal adviser, Zaid Malek, said the additional condition imposed upon them had no legal basis as the protest will be in a public space.

Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah has expressed surprise over the police's instruction to obtain consent from the owners of the premises where the group is planning to hold an anti-corruption rally.Its legal adviser, Zaid Malek, said the additional condition imposed upon them had no legal basis as the protest will be in a public space.

Organisers of anti-graft rally surprised with extra conditions by police

Politicians from across the divide have rallied behind a man, purportedly with an intellectual disability, who was assaulted following an accident in Kemaman, Terengganu, on Friday.This included Umno Youth chief Akmal Saleh who said Umno Youth offered free legal assistance to the victim and promised to see the case through until the perpetrators face justice.

Politicians from across the divide have rallied behind a man, purportedly with an intellectual disability, who was assaulted following an accident in Kemaman, Terengganu, on Friday.This included Umno Youth chief Akmal Saleh who said Umno Youth offered free legal assistance to the victim and promised to see the case through until the perpetrators face justice.

Akmal condemns those who assaulted disabled man

A PKR leader has expressed outrage over Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah’s accusation against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim regarding the royal addendum.Fahmi Zainol demanded that the 87-year-old Umno politician publicly apologise to the prime minister for his “reckless and baseless” claims.

A PKR leader has expressed outrage over Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah’s accusation against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim regarding the royal addendum.Fahmi Zainol demanded that the 87-year-old Umno politician publicly apologise to the prime minister for his “reckless and baseless” claims.

Ku Li should apologise to Anwar over 'reckless and baseless' claims - PKR leader

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called for fairness toward newly appointed Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh amid demands for his resignation.This came after critics alleged that Terrirudin, during his tenure as attorney-general, concealed the royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called for fairness toward newly appointed Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh amid demands for his resignation.This came after critics alleged that Terrirudin, during his tenure as attorney-general, concealed the royal addendum ordering former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.

Terrirudin could have been merely acting on orders, says Zaid

A student group in Sabah has called out the Native Court of Keningau for demanding compensation from graphic artist Fahmi Reza over his caricature critical of state Governor Musa Aman.Suara Mahasiswa Universiti Malaysia Sabah deputy president Qistina Qaisara Syahril Akmar said the court's decision to impose “sogit” on Fahmi (above) was unnecessary as such punishment is meant for individuals who broke customary laws or their code of ethics.

A student group in Sabah has called out the Native Court of Keningau for demanding compensation from graphic artist Fahmi Reza over his caricature critical of state Governor Musa Aman.Suara Mahasiswa Universiti Malaysia Sabah deputy president Qistina Qaisara Syahril Akmar said the court's decision to impose “sogit” on Fahmi (above) was unnecessary as such punishment is meant for individuals who broke customary laws or their code of ethics.

Students call out Native Court over 'sogit' on Fahmi Reza

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Brussels on Sunday for a two-day working visit to Belgium, as well as meeting leaders of the European Union (EU).The aircraft carrying Anwar landed at the Brussels Airport at 2 pm (Sunday, 9 pm Malaysian time) from London, where he had just concluded his working visit to the United Kingdom. He later attended a gathering with around 200 Malaysians living in Belgium.During his speech, Anwar shared that he had brought up the issue of postal voting for overseas Malaysians with the Election Commission (EC), saying that Malaysians living abroad must have the same right to vote in elections as those at home.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Brussels on Sunday for a two-day working visit to Belgium, as well as meeting leaders of the European Union (EU).The aircraft carrying Anwar landed at the Brussels Airport at 2 pm (Sunday, 9 pm Malaysian time) from London, where he had just concluded his working visit to the United Kingdom. He later attended a gathering with around 200 Malaysians living in Belgium.During his speech, Anwar shared that he had brought up the issue of postal voting for overseas Malaysians with the Election Commission (EC), saying that Malaysians living abroad must have the same right to vote in elections as those at home.

Anwar meets M'sians in Brussels during two-day working visit to Belgium

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi hopes no one continues to make a big deal out of the “ham” sandwich issue.He said various quarters had already taken action on the matter."I hope this issue is no longer played up because the convenience store chain had also taken proactive measures to pull the product, and it may have been a mistake. We hope this serves as a good lesson," he reportedly said.

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi hopes no one continues to make a big deal out of the “ham” sandwich issue.He said various quarters had already taken action on the matter."I hope this issue is no longer played up because the convenience store chain had also taken proactive measures to pull the product, and it may have been a mistake. We hope this serves as a good lesson," he reportedly said.

'Ham sandwich' issue: I hope this issue is no longer played up, says Zahid

Hamas released the first three Israeli prisoners under the ceasefire and prisoner swap agreement shortly after it took affect on Sunday.Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher and Emily Damari were among the first prisoners to be released, while Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners.In a video sent via telegram by the Al-Qassam Brigades, the three were seen smiling as they were transported in a Hamas vehicle in Gaza before being transferred to the Red Cross.

Hamas released the first three Israeli prisoners under the ceasefire and prisoner swap agreement shortly after it took affect on Sunday.Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher and Emily Damari were among the first prisoners to be released, while Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners.In a video sent via telegram by the Al-Qassam Brigades, the three were seen smiling as they were transported in a Hamas vehicle in Gaza before being transferred to the Red Cross.

First three Israeli hostages released by Hamas in Gaza

[KiniNews] Senior PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has clarified his remarks about PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang being the most qualified candidate for prime minister.This came following various reactions, including negative comments over his remarks.Mokhtar also dismissed the argument that the 77-year-old politician seemed frail which would make it difficult for him to lead, saying that the job of the PM is not about dancing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court after the latter summoned him over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said Sabahans know he is not their enemy and he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.___________________📌 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] Senior PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has clarified his remarks about PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang being the most qualified candidate for prime minister.This came following various reactions, including negative comments over his remarks.Mokhtar also dismissed the argument that the 77-year-old politician seemed frail which would make it difficult for him to lead, saying that the job of the PM is not about dancing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court after the latter summoned him over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said Sabahans know he is not their enemy and he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.___________________📌 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 leader clarifies Hadi most qualified to be PM remark; Fahmi Reza unfazed 

Former deputy law minister Mohamed Hanipa Maidin has urged the government to ensure that the planned anti-corruption rally in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25 is allowed to proceed unhindered.He reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan leaders of their participation in street protests in the past.Note:AI Voiceover

Former deputy law minister Mohamed Hanipa Maidin has urged the government to ensure that the planned anti-corruption rally in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25 is allowed to proceed unhindered.He reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Pakatan Harapan leaders of their participation in street protests in the past.Note:AI Voiceover

Hanipa: Ensure people’s right to hold any peaceful assembly is protected

PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has responded to comments over his naming of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang as a candidate for prime minister.Mokhtar said he named the PAS president as a candidate if the public desired an Islamic government and an Islamic state to be established in Malaysia."What I mean is TGHH (Hadi) is the most qualified if we want an Islamic government and an Islamic state," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

PAS leader Mokhtar Senik has responded to comments over his naming of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang as a candidate for prime minister.Mokhtar said he named the PAS president as a candidate if the public desired an Islamic government and an Islamic state to be established in Malaysia."What I mean is TGHH (Hadi) is the most qualified if we want an Islamic government and an Islamic state," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

'PM job is not about dancing' - PAS leader responds to criticism on Hadi as candidate

Umno Youth Chief Muhamad Akmal Saleh has urged Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad to postpone the implementation of the Waktu Bekerja Berlainan (WBB) system for shift works in seven hospitals.Akmal expressed concerns about the working hours and added that it could strain the public healthcare system further.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/m.akmalsaleh/videos/972388390888068

Umno Youth Chief Muhamad Akmal Saleh has urged Health Minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad to postpone the implementation of the Waktu Bekerja Berlainan (WBB) system for shift works in seven hospitals.Akmal expressed concerns about the working hours and added that it could strain the public healthcare system further.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/m.akmalsaleh/videos/972388390888068

Akmal calls on govt to postpone implementation of WBB shift system for hospitals

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's keynote address at Invest Malaysia event in London yesterday. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19vqyzNrsd/

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's keynote address at Invest Malaysia event in London yesterday. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19vqyzNrsd/

[Full Video] PM Anwar Ibrahim delivers keynote address at Invest Malaysia, London

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has confirmed the appointment of Ismail Yusop as the director-general of the Community Communications Department (JKOM).The appointment was made after the position had been vacant for three months. Ismail replaces Khairuddin Othman, whose contract was terminated after six months.Note:AI Voiceover

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has confirmed the appointment of Ismail Yusop as the director-general of the Community Communications Department (JKOM).The appointment was made after the position had been vacant for three months. Ismail replaces Khairuddin Othman, whose contract was terminated after six months.Note:AI Voiceover

Former PKR senator appointed as new JKOM DG

PKR has turned to the Federal Court to compel its ex-vice president Zuraida Kamaruddin to pay the full RM10 million bond for defecting from the party.The ruling party’s lawyer Navpreet Singh today said they have on Jan 8 filed for leave to appeal to the apex court to challenge the Court of Appeal’s discount of the bond quantum from RM10 million to RM100,000.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR has turned to the Federal Court to compel its ex-vice president Zuraida Kamaruddin to pay the full RM10 million bond for defecting from the party.The ruling party’s lawyer Navpreet Singh today said they have on Jan 8 filed for leave to appeal to the apex court to challenge the Court of Appeal’s discount of the bond quantum from RM10 million to RM100,000.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR appeals to Federal Court to get full RM10m from Zuraida for defecting

Graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731921

Graphic artist Fahmi Reza is prepared to appear and defend himself at the Keningau Native Court over his caricature of Sabah governor Musa Aman.Fahmi said he is also prepared to face any punishment, including jail and fine, to defend his right to use art to fight corruption.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/731921

Fahmi Reza ready to defend himself at Native Court over Musa Aman caricature

An anti-corruption rally will be held in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25, organised by Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah.The group has demanded for swift action against all politicians involved in corruption cases, transparent probes into all corruption allegations, and for all political leaders to affirm commitment towards ending corruption.Note:AI Voiceover

An anti-corruption rally will be held in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 25, organised by Sekretariat Rakyat Benci Rasuah.The group has demanded for swift action against all politicians involved in corruption cases, transparent probes into all corruption allegations, and for all political leaders to affirm commitment towards ending corruption.Note:AI Voiceover

Group to hold anti-corruption rally in KL on Jan 25

[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.The AGC had applied for the gag order at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Jan 13.Meanwhile, in a separate story, food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.___________________📌 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 Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.The AGC had applied for the gag order at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on Jan 13.Meanwhile, in a separate story, food manufacturer Shake and Bake Cafe Sdn Bhd has broken its silence on the sandwich controversy but did not explain why it used the Islamic Development Department (Jakim)’s halal logo on its sandwich packaging when it did not have the certification.___________________📌 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: AGC to continue pursuing gag order on Najib's addendum; Sandwich maker breaks silence

Najib Abdul Razak testified that the MACC covert recording of his alleged conversation was very upsetting as it was a violation of the fundamental rights of sitting prime ministers and citizens.The former premier told the High Court convened in Putrajaya this today over the authorities' taping of an alleged audio conversation between him and a high-ranking official from the United Arab Emirates (UAE)."This is an illegal taping that I am not comfortable with, as sitting prime minister you have a taped conversation (with other heads of state) and I cannot verify the conversation or ascertain its authenticity, this is a serious transgression of my rights," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Najib Abdul Razak testified that the MACC covert recording of his alleged conversation was very upsetting as it was a violation of the fundamental rights of sitting prime ministers and citizens.The former premier told the High Court convened in Putrajaya this today over the authorities' taping of an alleged audio conversation between him and a high-ranking official from the United Arab Emirates (UAE)."This is an illegal taping that I am not comfortable with, as sitting prime minister you have a taped conversation (with other heads of state) and I cannot verify the conversation or ascertain its authenticity, this is a serious transgression of my rights," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

MACC illegal audio taping violates PM, people's rights - Najib

The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.Note:AI Voiceover

The Attorney-General’s Chambers will continue seeking a gag order to bar the public from discussing the royal addendum instructing for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.Senior federal counsel Shamsul Bolhassan reportedly said his team would pursue the application unless instructed otherwise.Note:AI Voiceover

AGC to continue pursuing gag order on Najib's addendum

An Umno leader has pointed out that if the next prime minister must be one who can maintain a good relationship with the palace, then no one from Perikatan Nasional would make the cut.Mohd Puad Zarkashi said this in response to Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal stating yesterday that good ties with royals were one of the most important criteria PN should consider when choosing their poster boy.Note:AI Voiceover

An Umno leader has pointed out that if the next prime minister must be one who can maintain a good relationship with the palace, then no one from Perikatan Nasional would make the cut.Mohd Puad Zarkashi said this in response to Bersatu MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal stating yesterday that good ties with royals were one of the most important criteria PN should consider when choosing their poster boy.Note:AI Voiceover

Puad: No PN leaders qualify if good ties with royals are a requirement to be PM

Controversial preacher Zakir Naik has made some pointed remarks about Chinese Malaysians, while rebuffing calls for him to leave the country.The remarks were made at a talk in Kelantan last Thursday where he also commented that Hindu Malaysians seemed to trust the Indian government more than Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Zakir made his remarks about Chinese Malaysians while talking about how Islam had spread peacefully in the region through traders."You know someone called me a guest. So I said, before me, the Chinese were the guests. If you want the new guest to go first, ask the old guest to go back."The Chinese aren't born here, most of them. Maybe the new generations, yes."If you want the guest to go back, and those guests which (sic) are bringing peace in the community, they are benefit (sic) for the family," he said before trailing off and getting back on the topic which was about denying that Islam was "spread by the sword".

Controversial preacher Zakir Naik has made some pointed remarks about Chinese Malaysians, while rebuffing calls for him to leave the country.The remarks were made at a talk in Kelantan last Thursday where he also commented that Hindu Malaysians seemed to trust the Indian government more than Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Zakir made his remarks about Chinese Malaysians while talking about how Islam had spread peacefully in the region through traders."You know someone called me a guest. So I said, before me, the Chinese were the guests. If you want the new guest to go first, ask the old guest to go back."The Chinese aren't born here, most of them. Maybe the new generations, yes."If you want the guest to go back, and those guests which (sic) are bringing peace in the community, they are benefit (sic) for the family," he said before trailing off and getting back on the topic which was about denying that Islam was "spread by the sword".

Zakir: You want me to leave, then ask the 'old guests' Chinese to go back too