[KiniNews] While certain parties have often ridiculed Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal for his views, an academic on the other hand sees great potential in the figure of the Bersatu Youth leader.In the eyes of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) political science professor, Ahmad Fauzi Abdul Hamid, he does not rule out the possibility that Wan Fayhsal can go further and be significant in politics.He said there are some quality characteristics in Wan Fayhsal such as high spirit, outspokenness and concern for the plight of Muslims abroad.Meanwhile, in a separate story, four suspects who had been detained to assist in the investigation of the kidnapping case involving six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui were released on police bail today.Iskandar Puteri police chief Assistant Commissioner M. Kumarasan reportedly said that their remand order, which ended today, was not extended.__________________📌 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] While certain parties have often ridiculed Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal for his views, an academic on the other hand sees great potential in the figure of the Bersatu Youth leader.In the eyes of Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) political science professor, Ahmad Fauzi Abdul Hamid, he does not rule out the possibility that Wan Fayhsal can go further and be significant in politics.He said there are some quality characteristics in Wan Fayhsal such as high spirit, outspokenness and concern for the plight of Muslims abroad.Meanwhile, in a separate story, four suspects who had been detained to assist in the investigation of the kidnapping case involving six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui were released on police bail today.Iskandar Puteri police chief Assistant Commissioner M. Kumarasan reportedly said that their remand order, which ended today, was not extended.__________________📌 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: Wan Fayhsal could be next Anwar?; Four suspects in Albertine Leo's case out on bail

Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah has urged against bullying, citing the outcome of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain’s murder case.Speaking at an event held at Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM) yesterday, Tunku Azizah advised students to take heed of what happened to Zulfarhan seven years ago.Video source:https://www.instagram.com/p/C9190t7y3xZ/

Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah has urged against bullying, citing the outcome of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain’s murder case.Speaking at an event held at Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM) yesterday, Tunku Azizah advised students to take heed of what happened to Zulfarhan seven years ago.Video source:https://www.instagram.com/p/C9190t7y3xZ/

It's pointless to attend university only to end up on death row, says Pahang sultanah

The remand order for four suspects who had been detained to assist in the investigation of the kidnapping case involving six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui ended today.Iskandar Puteri police chief Assistant Commissioner M. Kumarasan reportedly said that their remand order was not extended.

The remand order for four suspects who had been detained to assist in the investigation of the kidnapping case involving six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui ended today.Iskandar Puteri police chief Assistant Commissioner M. Kumarasan reportedly said that their remand order was not extended.

Four suspects in Albertine Leo's abduction case released on police bail

Police today warned the public against taking part in an anti-government rally in Tambun, Perak tomorrow as it will be an illegal gathering.Ipoh district police chief Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said a notice submitted by rally organiser Save Malaysia Movement Secretariat to police on July 24 was found to be incomplete for it failed to obtain permission from the venue owner.Thus, he said, the notice did not fulfil requirements set by the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012.

Police today warned the public against taking part in an anti-government rally in Tambun, Perak tomorrow as it will be an illegal gathering.Ipoh district police chief Abang Zainal Abidin Abang Ahmad said a notice submitted by rally organiser Save Malaysia Movement Secretariat to police on July 24 was found to be incomplete for it failed to obtain permission from the venue owner.Thus, he said, the notice did not fulfil requirements set by the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012.

Cops warn public against taking part in tomorrow's anti-govt rally in Tambun

The Malaysian contingent’s outfit for the Olympics’ opening ceremony has faced backlash for lacking diversity.Critics argued that the attire, while visually appealing, failed to reflect Malaysia’s rich multicultural tapestry.Speaking to Malaysiakini, former youth and sports deputy minister Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said while the attire is beautiful, it did not convey the Olympic atmosphere and has more of a Hari Raya vibe.

The Malaysian contingent’s outfit for the Olympics’ opening ceremony has faced backlash for lacking diversity.Critics argued that the attire, while visually appealing, failed to reflect Malaysia’s rich multicultural tapestry.Speaking to Malaysiakini, former youth and sports deputy minister Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said while the attire is beautiful, it did not convey the Olympic atmosphere and has more of a Hari Raya vibe.

Malaysia's Olympic attire lacks diversity, says critics

The defence in the murder case of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin, has requested to amend the deceased’s name in the charge sheet presented to his parents. Lawyer Fahmi Abd Moin, representing Zaim Ikhwan Zahari and Ismanira Abdul Manaf, informed Sessions Court Judge Dr. Syahliza Warnoh that the name Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin has been corrected to Zayn Rayyan bin Zaim Ikhwan.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/373053415532127

The defence in the murder case of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin, has requested to amend the deceased’s name in the charge sheet presented to his parents. Lawyer Fahmi Abd Moin, representing Zaim Ikhwan Zahari and Ismanira Abdul Manaf, informed Sessions Court Judge Dr. Syahliza Warnoh that the name Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin has been corrected to Zayn Rayyan bin Zaim Ikhwan.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/373053415532127

Defence lawyer seeks to amend Zayn Rayyan's name in charge sheet

While certain parties have often ridiculed Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal for his views, an academic on the other hand sees great potential in the figure of the Bersatu Youth leader.Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) political science professor, Ahmad Fauzi Abdul Hamid, does not rule out the possibility that Wan Fayhsal can go further and be significant in politics.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/713172

While certain parties have often ridiculed Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal for his views, an academic on the other hand sees great potential in the figure of the Bersatu Youth leader.Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) political science professor, Ahmad Fauzi Abdul Hamid, does not rule out the possibility that Wan Fayhsal can go further and be significant in politics.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/713172

'It's not impossible that Wan Fayhsal could be the next Anwar Ibrahim'

MIC has urged the government to cancel tax exemption incentives on donations from “harmful” sectors, including alcohol companies, to schools.This follows the controversy surrounding Tiger Beer’s involvement in a charity event organised by a Chinese school in Sepang, Selangor last week.

MIC has urged the government to cancel tax exemption incentives on donations from “harmful” sectors, including alcohol companies, to schools.This follows the controversy surrounding Tiger Beer’s involvement in a charity event organised by a Chinese school in Sepang, Selangor last week.

MIC calls on govt to cancel tax exemption for 'harmful' funds to schools

Tiger Beer has denied ever making any monetary contributions to schools.The brewery company has clarified that its role in the Chinese Education Charity Concert (CECC) organised by a Chinese school in Sepang, Selangor was solely in presenting local performing artistes for the event.It added that the CECC has been in existence for 30 years and its mission is to be a platform for the local communities to help raise funds for upgrading Chinese school facilities.

Tiger Beer has denied ever making any monetary contributions to schools.The brewery company has clarified that its role in the Chinese Education Charity Concert (CECC) organised by a Chinese school in Sepang, Selangor was solely in presenting local performing artistes for the event.It added that the CECC has been in existence for 30 years and its mission is to be a platform for the local communities to help raise funds for upgrading Chinese school facilities.

Tiger Beer denies making monetary contributions to schools

[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has described a letter barring four individuals from campaigning in the Nenggiri by-election as fake.“It’s a fake letter… meaning an anonymous letter. There is no truth in it," he said.Earlier today, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam also hinted at possible legal action against individuals accused of slandering him on social media through the spread of the letter which included his name as among the four.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow told his counterpart in Kedah, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to accept that Penang is an independent state and that its position is guaranteed by the Federal Constitution.He was responding to news reports quoting Sanusi on a research team formed by the Kedah state government procuring thousands of documents from abroad regarding the relationship between the two states.___________________📌 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 president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has described a letter barring four individuals from campaigning in the Nenggiri by-election as fake.“It’s a fake letter… meaning an anonymous letter. There is no truth in it," he said.Earlier today, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam also hinted at possible legal action against individuals accused of slandering him on social media through the spread of the letter which included his name as among the four.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow told his counterpart in Kedah, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to accept that Penang is an independent state and that its position is guaranteed by the Federal Constitution.He was responding to news reports quoting Sanusi on a research team formed by the Kedah state government procuring thousands of documents from abroad regarding the relationship between the two states.___________________📌 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: Campaign ban letter is fake, says Zahid; 'Penang an independent state' -Chow tells Sanusi

Several members of the Teoh Beng Hock Association for Democratic Advancement (TBH-ADA) lodged reports at the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) against the police earlier this morning.This comes after a scuffle between the group’s members and police outside Parliament’s gates when the former tried to pass a memorandum to MPs on July 15.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/713090

Several members of the Teoh Beng Hock Association for Democratic Advancement (TBH-ADA) lodged reports at the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) against the police earlier this morning.This comes after a scuffle between the group’s members and police outside Parliament’s gates when the former tried to pass a memorandum to MPs on July 15.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/713090

Teoh Beng Hock group lodges report with IPCC over altercation at march

There is nothing to worry about regarding rumoured talks between Umno and PAS potentially cooperating in the next general election, said Pakatan Harapan leaders.Several Harapan leaders who Malaysiakini contacted said meetings between political leaders, especially with those perceived as rivals, are common occurrences.

There is nothing to worry about regarding rumoured talks between Umno and PAS potentially cooperating in the next general election, said Pakatan Harapan leaders.Several Harapan leaders who Malaysiakini contacted said meetings between political leaders, especially with those perceived as rivals, are common occurrences.

Harapan leaders not worried of Umno-PAS talks, says it's just propaganda

There is no need to travel the world to collect documents to show well-known historical facts - this was Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow’s message to his counterpart in Kedah, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.He was responding to news reports quoting Sanusi on a research team formed by the Kedah state government procuring thousands of documents from abroad regarding the relationship between the two states.

There is no need to travel the world to collect documents to show well-known historical facts - this was Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow’s message to his counterpart in Kedah, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.He was responding to news reports quoting Sanusi on a research team formed by the Kedah state government procuring thousands of documents from abroad regarding the relationship between the two states.

Sanusi should accept that Penang is an independent state, says Chow

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has hinted at possible legal action against individuals accused of slandering him on social media.Specifically, Lokman referred to a false statement attributed to BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi which named him as one of four individuals supposedly banned from campaigning in the upcoming Nenggiri by-election.

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has hinted at possible legal action against individuals accused of slandering him on social media.Specifically, Lokman referred to a false statement attributed to BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi which named him as one of four individuals supposedly banned from campaigning in the upcoming Nenggiri by-election.

BN denies issuing 'campaign ban' statement, Lokman mulls legal action

Amid controversy surrounding SJK(C) Tche Min and a brewery’s involvement in its fundraising event, DAP’s Sungai Pelek assemblyperson Lwi Kian Keong is taking issue with the school’s silence.Lwi, a guest at the event along with Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu, said he felt they were put on the spot and left to suffer the consequences.

Amid controversy surrounding SJK(C) Tche Min and a brewery’s involvement in its fundraising event, DAP’s Sungai Pelek assemblyperson Lwi Kian Keong is taking issue with the school’s silence.Lwi, a guest at the event along with Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Aiman Athirah Sabu, said he felt they were put on the spot and left to suffer the consequences.

Brewery donation issue: School should explain itself, says DAP rep

A Bersatu leader has stressed that his party is unfazed about rumoured talks between Umno and PAS, as claimed by government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.On the contrary, Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Fahmi’s statement showed that Pakatan Harapan was desperate to split Perikatan Nasional’s unity.

A Bersatu leader has stressed that his party is unfazed about rumoured talks between Umno and PAS, as claimed by government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.On the contrary, Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Fahmi’s statement showed that Pakatan Harapan was desperate to split Perikatan Nasional’s unity.

Bersatu is not worried, says Wan Fayhsal on Umno PAS talks

[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed Transport Minister Anthony Loke for seeking to revise Education Ministry guidelines on schools receiving funds from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.The Merlimau assemblyperson urged the government to defend its policies despite pressure from the minister to change them.Elaborating, Akmal stressed that the country had laws to adhere to, and it should not be following Loke’s own rules instead.Meanwhile, in a separate story, six-year-old Albertine Leo, who was found at a budget hotel in Batang Kali yesterday, has been reunited with her family.A photo of the reunion with Albertine Leo and her family was shared in a social media post yesterday.___________________📌 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 Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed Transport Minister Anthony Loke for seeking to revise Education Ministry guidelines on schools receiving funds from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.The Merlimau assemblyperson urged the government to defend its policies despite pressure from the minister to change them.Elaborating, Akmal stressed that the country had laws to adhere to, and it should not be following Loke’s own rules instead.Meanwhile, in a separate story, six-year-old Albertine Leo, who was found at a budget hotel in Batang Kali yesterday, has been reunited with her family.A photo of the reunion with Albertine Leo and her family was shared in a social media post yesterday.___________________📌 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: Akmal slams Loke for defending brewery donation issue; Albertine Leo reunited with family

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek will clarify issues related to donations to a Chinese vernacular school involving Tiger Beer, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.This comes after it was reported that Chinese vernacular schools have been given an exemption to ministry guidelines on school funding.Speaking to the media today, Fahmi said the issue was raised at the weekly cabinet meeting today.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek will clarify issues related to donations to a Chinese vernacular school involving Tiger Beer, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.This comes after it was reported that Chinese vernacular schools have been given an exemption to ministry guidelines on school funding.Speaking to the media today, Fahmi said the issue was raised at the weekly cabinet meeting today.

Fahmi: Education Ministry will respond to brewery donation issue

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has responded to  Amanah women’s wing chief Aiman Athirah Sabu over the issue of a donation to a Chinese vernacular school which involved Tiger Beer.Aiman had previously labelled PAS leaders as “hypocrites” for attacking her presence at the fundraiser. She claimed that her detractors had no qualms meeting and greeting non-Muslims who were consuming alcohol or pork during election campaigns.

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has responded to Amanah women’s wing chief Aiman Athirah Sabu over the issue of a donation to a Chinese vernacular school which involved Tiger Beer.Aiman had previously labelled PAS leaders as “hypocrites” for attacking her presence at the fundraiser. She claimed that her detractors had no qualms meeting and greeting non-Muslims who were consuming alcohol or pork during election campaigns.

Fadhli: It's about MOE guidelines, has nothing to do with eating pork

Six-year-old girl Albertine Leo who was found at a budget hotel in Batang Kali reunited with her family yesterday.Albertine Leo had gone missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri on Saturday.Police said the five suspects have been arrested so far over the case are all locals, aged between 30 and 45.

Six-year-old girl Albertine Leo who was found at a budget hotel in Batang Kali reunited with her family yesterday.Albertine Leo had gone missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri on Saturday.Police said the five suspects have been arrested so far over the case are all locals, aged between 30 and 45.

Albertine Leo reunited with family

Bersatu should be “worried sick” about rumoured talks between Umno and PAS potentially cooperating in the next general election, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.Speaking in a press conference today, Fahmi, who is also PKR information chief, said Bersatu knows and understands that they are a liability to PAS and Perikatan Nasional.

Bersatu should be “worried sick” about rumoured talks between Umno and PAS potentially cooperating in the next general election, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.Speaking in a press conference today, Fahmi, who is also PKR information chief, said Bersatu knows and understands that they are a liability to PAS and Perikatan Nasional.

Bersatu must be worried sick, says Fahmi on Umno-PAS talks

Two government lawmakers have gotten court leave to commence a challenge against then prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s advice to the Agong for Parliament to be suspended during the Covid-19 emergency.The Federal Court this morning granted leave for the judicial review by Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim and Tebing Tinggi assemblyperson Abdul Aziz Bari to be heard on its merits.

Two government lawmakers have gotten court leave to commence a challenge against then prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s advice to the Agong for Parliament to be suspended during the Covid-19 emergency.The Federal Court this morning granted leave for the judicial review by Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim and Tebing Tinggi assemblyperson Abdul Aziz Bari to be heard on its merits.

Harapan lawmakers get leave to challenge Covid-era Parliament suspension

The Malaysian Bar has turned to the Court of Appeal to challenge the attorney-general’s decision to withdraw a graft case against Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.The legal profession body filed the notice of appeal today against the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision to deny leave to commence the judicial review.

The Malaysian Bar has turned to the Court of Appeal to challenge the attorney-general’s decision to withdraw a graft case against Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.The legal profession body filed the notice of appeal today against the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s decision to deny leave to commence the judicial review.

M'sian Bar files appeal for court leave to challenge Zahid's DNAA

Gua Musang PAS has committed to supporting the Bersatu candidate in the upcoming Nenggiri by-election despite its disappointment in not being able to field its candidate.Azman Ahmad, the local PAS chief, reportedly assured that PAS is gearing up its campaign machinery and coordinating with other Perikatan Nasional parties.

Gua Musang PAS has committed to supporting the Bersatu candidate in the upcoming Nenggiri by-election despite its disappointment in not being able to field its candidate.Azman Ahmad, the local PAS chief, reportedly assured that PAS is gearing up its campaign machinery and coordinating with other Perikatan Nasional parties.

We won't boycott Bersatu candidate in Nenggiri polls, says Gua Musang PAS

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has slammed Transport Minister Anthony Loke for seeking to revise Education Ministry guidelines on schools receiving funds from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.He said Umno Youth fully supports Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek for defending the policy not to allow brewery, cigarette, and gambling companies to contribute to schools.

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has slammed Transport Minister Anthony Loke for seeking to revise Education Ministry guidelines on schools receiving funds from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.He said Umno Youth fully supports Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek for defending the policy not to allow brewery, cigarette, and gambling companies to contribute to schools.

Brewery donation ban: Akmal hits out at Loke over call to review guideline

Amid uproar over a school’s fundraising programme involving a brewery company, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said he would seek the cabinet’s view about revising an Education Ministry guideline.The set of instructions forbids schools from receiving money generated from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.

Amid uproar over a school’s fundraising programme involving a brewery company, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said he would seek the cabinet’s view about revising an Education Ministry guideline.The set of instructions forbids schools from receiving money generated from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages.

Brewery donation ban: All this while it has never been an issue, says Loke

An aircraft carrying more than 120 Malaysian students that departed from Bangladesh earlier today touched down safely at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 around 5pm.The students were evacuated from Bangladesh following deadly riots in the country over a controversial civil service hiring policy.

An aircraft carrying more than 120 Malaysian students that departed from Bangladesh earlier today touched down safely at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 around 5pm.The students were evacuated from Bangladesh following deadly riots in the country over a controversial civil service hiring policy.

More than 120 Malaysian students arrive at KLIA from Bangladesh

[KiniNews] Police have found the six-year-old girl who went missing in Johor Bahru on Saturday.In a press conference today, Johor police chief M Kumar said Albertine Leo Jia Hui was rescued from a budget hotel in Batang Kali where they also arrested a 31-year-old man for kidnapping her.“The victim is safe and the suspect has been taken to Johor for further investigations," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s son Mohd Nizar has denied meeting opposition representatives to discuss toppling the Pahang state government.“I strictly deny claims that I met with opposition leaders to topple the Pahang state government. The fictional meeting did not take place at all," said Nizar.___________________📌 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] Police have found the six-year-old girl who went missing in Johor Bahru on Saturday.In a press conference today, Johor police chief M Kumar said Albertine Leo Jia Hui was rescued from a budget hotel in Batang Kali where they also arrested a 31-year-old man for kidnapping her.“The victim is safe and the suspect has been taken to Johor for further investigations," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s son Mohd Nizar has denied meeting opposition representatives to discuss toppling the Pahang state government.“I strictly deny claims that I met with opposition leaders to topple the Pahang state government. The fictional meeting did not take place at all," said Nizar.___________________📌 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: Missing six-year-old Albertine Leo found in S'gor; Najib's son denies meeting PN leaders

No official meetings or discussions between Umno and PAS to form an electoral pact have taken place, said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.However, he did not rule out that certain quarters could have held meetings in their personal capacities.

No official meetings or discussions between Umno and PAS to form an electoral pact have taken place, said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.However, he did not rule out that certain quarters could have held meetings in their personal capacities.

No official talks between Umno, PAS on electoral pact, says Zahid

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow dismissed speculations that Jagdeep Singh Deo would be removed as deputy chief minister II after the latter took leave for medical reasons.“As for the speculation about him being replaced, the matter has never been discussed."“The Penang state government and its leadership pray that Jagdeep will recover soon and return to work to develop the state for the people,” said Chow.

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow dismissed speculations that Jagdeep Singh Deo would be removed as deputy chief minister II after the latter took leave for medical reasons.“As for the speculation about him being replaced, the matter has never been discussed."“The Penang state government and its leadership pray that Jagdeep will recover soon and return to work to develop the state for the people,” said Chow.

Penang CM: No discussion about removing Jagdeep

A DAP lawmaker has pointed out that a circular which forbids schools from receiving funds generated from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages was issued in March 2018 when MCA was part of the BN government.Kampar MP Chong Zhemin also highlighted that at the time MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon was serving as deputy education minister.He was responding to MCA president Wee Ka Siong, who criticised DAP over the controversy surrounding a Chinese vernacular school in Sepang, Selangor receiving donations from a company producing alcoholic beverages.

A DAP lawmaker has pointed out that a circular which forbids schools from receiving funds generated from the sale of tobacco products and alcoholic beverages was issued in March 2018 when MCA was part of the BN government.Kampar MP Chong Zhemin also highlighted that at the time MCA secretary-general Chong Sin Woon was serving as deputy education minister.He was responding to MCA president Wee Ka Siong, who criticised DAP over the controversy surrounding a Chinese vernacular school in Sepang, Selangor receiving donations from a company producing alcoholic beverages.

Circular on school donation issued when MCA in govt, DAP MP tells Wee

Four individuals linked to the case of the missing six-year-old child were remanded for four days from today.The suspects were detained to assist in the case of Albertine Leo Jia Hui, who was reported missing in Iskandar Puteri last Saturday and found in the Batang Kali area this morning.Earlier, Johor Police Chief M Kumar told the media that the victim was rescued this morning and another suspect was arrested in Batang Kali, in the Kuala Kubu Baharu district at about 4am.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/z7vgamAvhZTHezTt/

Four individuals linked to the case of the missing six-year-old child were remanded for four days from today.The suspects were detained to assist in the case of Albertine Leo Jia Hui, who was reported missing in Iskandar Puteri last Saturday and found in the Batang Kali area this morning.Earlier, Johor Police Chief M Kumar told the media that the victim was rescued this morning and another suspect was arrested in Batang Kali, in the Kuala Kubu Baharu district at about 4am.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/z7vgamAvhZTHezTt/

Suspects in Albertine Leo's kidnapping remanded for four days

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s son Mohd Nizar has denied meeting opposition representatives to discuss toppling the Pahang state government.The Peramu Jaya assemblyperson said he would remain loyal to Umno and BN.“I strictly deny claims that I met with opposition leaders to topple the Pahang state government. The fictional meeting did not take place at all," he said.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s son Mohd Nizar has denied meeting opposition representatives to discuss toppling the Pahang state government.The Peramu Jaya assemblyperson said he would remain loyal to Umno and BN.“I strictly deny claims that I met with opposition leaders to topple the Pahang state government. The fictional meeting did not take place at all," he said.

Najib's son denies claims of meeting with PN leaders to topple Pahang govt

The Dewan Negara has recorded its heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, on His Majesty’s installation on Saturday (July 20).Dewan Negara president Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah, in his address before commencing the session on Tuesday (July 23), stated that all members of the Dewan Negara are prepared to serve and contribute under Sultan Ibrahim’s reign.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvXNkFffkEs

The Dewan Negara has recorded its heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, on His Majesty’s installation on Saturday (July 20).Dewan Negara president Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah, in his address before commencing the session on Tuesday (July 23), stated that all members of the Dewan Negara are prepared to serve and contribute under Sultan Ibrahim’s reign.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvXNkFffkEs

Dewan Negara records heartfelt congratulations to King on His Majesty's installation

Six former Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) students were sentenced to death over the murder of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain seven years ago.A three-person Court of Appeal bench today unanimously found the six ex-students guilty of murder, setting aside their initial conviction for the offence of causing death with no intent to kill.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/712827

Six former Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) students were sentenced to death over the murder of navy cadet Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain seven years ago.A three-person Court of Appeal bench today unanimously found the six ex-students guilty of murder, setting aside their initial conviction for the offence of causing death with no intent to kill.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/712827

Six former UPNM students sentenced to death over navy cadet's murder

Facebook owner Meta has apologised for a mistranslation by the platform’s automated translation feature, involving a Facebook post regarding Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar’s installation ceremony on Saturday.Meta Southeast Asia public policy director Rafael Frankel said the technical error has since been resolved.

Facebook owner Meta has apologised for a mistranslation by the platform’s automated translation feature, involving a Facebook post regarding Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar’s installation ceremony on Saturday.Meta Southeast Asia public policy director Rafael Frankel said the technical error has since been resolved.

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Police have found the six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui who went missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru on Saturday.In a press conference this morning, Johor police chief M Kumar said she was safely found at a low-cost hotel in Batang Kali, Selangor.“The victim is safe and the suspect has been taken to Johor for further investigations,” he said.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=w8EBqM&ref=watch_permalink&v=1017858686320729&rdid=t0tRNrLKaXs8qPd4

Police have found the six-year-old Albertine Leo Jia Hui who went missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru on Saturday.In a press conference this morning, Johor police chief M Kumar said she was safely found at a low-cost hotel in Batang Kali, Selangor.“The victim is safe and the suspect has been taken to Johor for further investigations,” he said.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=w8EBqM&ref=watch_permalink&v=1017858686320729&rdid=t0tRNrLKaXs8qPd4

Missing six-year-old Albertine Leo found at hotel in Batang Kali

Police have found the six-year-old girl who went missing in Johor Bahru on Saturday.Albertine Leo Jia Hui reportedly went missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri on Saturday.

Police have found the six-year-old girl who went missing in Johor Bahru on Saturday.Albertine Leo Jia Hui reportedly went missing from a shopping mall in Iskandar Puteri on Saturday.

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Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to advise those around him to be humble instead of belittling others to cover their weaknesses.Zaid called out Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli, and other “showmen” for being easily provoked, leading them to exaggerate in reaction to criticism.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/712804

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to advise those around him to be humble instead of belittling others to cover their weaknesses.Zaid called out Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli, and other “showmen” for being easily provoked, leading them to exaggerate in reaction to criticism.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/712804

Anwar must tell 'showmen' to be humble, says Zaid

[KiniNews] Umno has denied rumours of alleged formal discussions between the party and PAS for a new cooperation.Its secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said while such talks may arise between party members or supporters, no formal discussions were held among the parties’ leaders.He was responding to a report on claims by PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari that a series of meetings with Umno leaders had taken place recently.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah have failed to obtain a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning denied the defence team’s bid after the prosecution informed they still had not managed to secure the declassification of troves of trial documents.___________________📌 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 has denied rumours of alleged formal discussions between the party and PAS for a new cooperation.Its secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said while such talks may arise between party members or supporters, no formal discussions were held among the parties’ leaders.He was responding to a report on claims by PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari that a series of meetings with Umno leaders had taken place recently.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah have failed to obtain a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning denied the defence team’s bid after the prosecution informed they still had not managed to secure the declassification of troves of trial documents.___________________📌 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 denies rumours of 'cooperation talks' with PAS; No DNAA for Najib, Irwan

The Education Ministry is investigating allegations that a Chinese vernacular school in Sepang, Selangor had received donations from a company producing alcoholic beverages.“The ministry takes this seriously and we wish to remind school administrators to adhere to existing guidelines when it comes to organising programmes and receiving donations."“And this covers the prohibition of receiving donations from gains made through gambling activities, cigarette manufacturers, alcoholic beverage makers and its likes as they could jeopardise our students physically, intellectually, spiritually and emotionally,” it said.

The Education Ministry is investigating allegations that a Chinese vernacular school in Sepang, Selangor had received donations from a company producing alcoholic beverages.“The ministry takes this seriously and we wish to remind school administrators to adhere to existing guidelines when it comes to organising programmes and receiving donations."“And this covers the prohibition of receiving donations from gains made through gambling activities, cigarette manufacturers, alcoholic beverage makers and its likes as they could jeopardise our students physically, intellectually, spiritually and emotionally,” it said.

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