Tensions escalated in Parliament today as prime minister Anwar Ibrahim became furious when Perikatan Nasional MP Takiyuddin Hassan pressed him on the royal addendum related to Najib Razak's pardon. Anwar questioned Takiyuddin's legal credentials, citing sub judice rules, and fired back at the opposition for defending Najib despite their previous condemnation of him.In another development, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad responded to Anwar’s accusation of treachery over Malaysia's Batu Puteh appeal withdrawal, clarifying that the 2018 decision was made by the cabinet, which included Anwar's wife, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Tensions escalated in Parliament today as prime minister Anwar Ibrahim became furious when Perikatan Nasional MP Takiyuddin Hassan pressed him on the royal addendum related to Najib Razak's pardon. Anwar questioned Takiyuddin's legal credentials, citing sub judice rules, and fired back at the opposition for defending Najib despite their previous condemnation of him.In another development, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad responded to Anwar’s accusation of treachery over Malaysia's Batu Puteh appeal withdrawal, clarifying that the 2018 decision was made by the cabinet, which included Anwar's wife, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar furious as PN presses him on royal addendum, ‘Wan Azizah didn’t say anything’

Former MACC chief Latheefa Koya has questioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s understanding of the Federal Constitution, accusing him of misleading both the Dewan Rakyat and the public regarding the Pardons Board and the Agong’s role in the process.Latheefa criticized Anwar’s claim that the Prime Minister cannot comment on the operations of the Pardons Board, arguing that it is factually incorrect. 

Former MACC chief Latheefa Koya has questioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s understanding of the Federal Constitution, accusing him of misleading both the Dewan Rakyat and the public regarding the Pardons Board and the Agong’s role in the process.Latheefa criticized Anwar’s claim that the Prime Minister cannot comment on the operations of the Pardons Board, arguing that it is factually incorrect.

Latheefa slams Anwar: Stop passing the buck to Agong

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad questioned how the government is planning to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry on Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge report when 47 pages of the publication have been redacted.He also asked why his court request for the RCI to conduct open proceedings had been rejected.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/TunDrMahathir/videos/1253040805746647

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad questioned how the government is planning to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry on Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge report when 47 pages of the publication have been redacted.He also asked why his court request for the RCI to conduct open proceedings had been rejected.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/TunDrMahathir/videos/1253040805746647

Dr M questioned 47 redacted pages from Batu Puteh RCI report

Sabah Umno Chief Bung Moktar Radin has labeled Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR) President Dr. Jeffrey Kitingan as the "biggest traitor in Sabah," accusing him of party-hopping and betraying his own brother during the 14th General Election. Bung also reaffirmed Barisan Nasional's right to contest elections in the state, despite Jeffrey's calls for peninsular-based parties to leave Sabah.

Sabah Umno Chief Bung Moktar Radin has labeled Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (STAR) President Dr. Jeffrey Kitingan as the "biggest traitor in Sabah," accusing him of party-hopping and betraying his own brother during the 14th General Election. Bung also reaffirmed Barisan Nasional's right to contest elections in the state, despite Jeffrey's calls for peninsular-based parties to leave Sabah.

Bung hits back at Jeffrey: 'He’s the biggest traitor in Sabah'

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has hit back at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for saying the former had committed treachery by withdrawing Malaysia’s appeal over its claim for Batu Puteh.He told a press conference this morning that the decision was made by the cabinet in 2018, which included then deputy prime minister Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, Anwar’s wife.Last week, the RCI released its report and recommended a criminal investigation against Mahathir. Among others, the inquiry accused Mahathir of deceiving the cabinet in 2018 into withdrawing Malaysia's review of the ICJ decision to award sovereignty over Batu Puteh to Singapore.Video source: https://fb.watch/wnDetMXIus/

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has hit back at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for saying the former had committed treachery by withdrawing Malaysia’s appeal over its claim for Batu Puteh.He told a press conference this morning that the decision was made by the cabinet in 2018, which included then deputy prime minister Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, Anwar’s wife.Last week, the RCI released its report and recommended a criminal investigation against Mahathir. Among others, the inquiry accused Mahathir of deceiving the cabinet in 2018 into withdrawing Malaysia's review of the ICJ decision to award sovereignty over Batu Puteh to Singapore.Video source: https://fb.watch/wnDetMXIus/

Batu Puteh: If I’m treacherous, then Dr. Wan Azizah is too, Dr. M tells Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has brought up the matter of Najib Razak's royal addendum decree for consideration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, who is the chairman of the Pardons Board.Anwar mentioned that he had a brief discussion on the issue with Sultan Ibrahim during their meeting in Johor Bahru yesterday.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has brought up the matter of Najib Razak's royal addendum decree for consideration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, who is the chairman of the Pardons Board.Anwar mentioned that he had a brief discussion on the issue with Sultan Ibrahim during their meeting in Johor Bahru yesterday.

I submitted Najib's royal pardon application for Agong's consideration - PM

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has been acquitted of a sedition charge linked to comments about the Sultan Selangor.Sanusi’s lawyer confirmed that the Shah Alam High Court granted a full acquittal this morning.

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has been acquitted of a sedition charge linked to comments about the Sultan Selangor.Sanusi’s lawyer confirmed that the Shah Alam High Court granted a full acquittal this morning.

Sanusi acquitted of sedition case related to Sultan Selangor

An investigation by the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has revealed that a junior Immigration officer possesses nearly RM1 million in assets. According to a source, the discovery was made after the EAIC recorded statements from several Immigration Department personnel.

An investigation by the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has revealed that a junior Immigration officer possesses nearly RM1 million in assets. According to a source, the discovery was made after the EAIC recorded statements from several Immigration Department personnel.

Source: Junior officer in medical visa scandal found with RM1 mil assets

PN Whip Takiyuddin Hassan today grilled Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat, asking if an addendum royal decree would allow former PM Najib Razak to serve the rest of his sentence at home.Anwar fired back, accusing Takiyuddin of not understanding the law, stressing that as a prime minister, he cannot comment on the Agong’s decision in the Pardon Board.For the record, the Court of Appeal has set a hearing on the addendum decree for January 6.

PN Whip Takiyuddin Hassan today grilled Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat, asking if an addendum royal decree would allow former PM Najib Razak to serve the rest of his sentence at home.Anwar fired back, accusing Takiyuddin of not understanding the law, stressing that as a prime minister, he cannot comment on the Agong’s decision in the Pardon Board.For the record, the Court of Appeal has set a hearing on the addendum decree for January 6.

Royal addendum: Suddenly PN wants to be Najib's 'champion'? - PM

Former Prime Minister Najib Razak continues to face hurdles in his effort to access crucial documents to support his defense in the 1MDB case.Najib’s lead counsel, Shafee Abdullah, revealed that despite filing a Section 1782 application in New York in 2021 to access evidence, numerous obstacles and "hidden hands" have hindered their efforts.It is understood that Najib filed the application after Tim Leissner, a former Goldman Sachs executive accused of embezzlement and corruption involving 1MDB funds, admitted in a U.S. court to his role in the scandal.Najib is also mulling whether to interview former Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng, who was convicted and sentenced by a United States court.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/2175171472884378

Former Prime Minister Najib Razak continues to face hurdles in his effort to access crucial documents to support his defense in the 1MDB case.Najib’s lead counsel, Shafee Abdullah, revealed that despite filing a Section 1782 application in New York in 2021 to access evidence, numerous obstacles and "hidden hands" have hindered their efforts.It is understood that Najib filed the application after Tim Leissner, a former Goldman Sachs executive accused of embezzlement and corruption involving 1MDB funds, admitted in a U.S. court to his role in the scandal. Najib is also mulling whether to interview former Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng, who was convicted and sentenced by a United States court.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/2175171472884378

Many ‘hidden hands’ obstruct Najib, including the US DOJ - Shafee

Najib Abdul Razak has testified that the United States government under the Democrats collaborated with the then-Malaysian opposition to effect regime change when he was prime minister.The former premier told the Kuala Lumpur High Court that this bureaucratic hindrance was in relation to his 1MDB-linked evidence discovery bid before a US court in 2021.In another development,  the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has questioned 15 individuals in connection with the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, including the whistleblower.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Najib Abdul Razak has testified that the United States government under the Democrats collaborated with the then-Malaysian opposition to effect regime change when he was prime minister.The former premier told the Kuala Lumpur High Court that this bureaucratic hindrance was in relation to his 1MDB-linked evidence discovery bid before a US court in 2021.In another development, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has questioned 15 individuals in connection with the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, including the whistleblower.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib claims US, former opposition colluded in political plot against his government

Several PKR lawmakers have called on the Health Ministry to set up a task force to investigate the rising insurance premiums matter and the role of private hospitals.At a press conference today, Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin suggested that the task force be composed of medical experts, public health policy experts, and other relevant professionals to formulate a mutually beneficial solution between the private hospitals, insurers, and the public.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EO1uEsuLebk5

Several PKR lawmakers have called on the Health Ministry to set up a task force to investigate the rising insurance premiums matter and the role of private hospitals.At a press conference today, Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin suggested that the task force be composed of medical experts, public health policy experts, and other relevant professionals to formulate a mutually beneficial solution between the private hospitals, insurers, and the public.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EO1uEsuLebk5

Investigate rising insurance premiums, private hospital charges  - MPs

The MACC has questioned 15 individuals in regard to the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, including the whistleblower.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki stated that they started recording the whistleblower’s statement on Saturday and would have finished today.

The MACC has questioned 15 individuals in regard to the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, including the whistleblower.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki stated that they started recording the whistleblower’s statement on Saturday and would have finished today.

Sabah scandal: MACC questions 15, including whistleblower 

Selangor Local Government and Tourism Committee chairperson Ng Suee Lim has apologized after a female rapper claimed she was filmed by local authority officers during a raid at a Subang Jaya beauty centre. Ng said the incident may have resulted from unclear standard operating procedures (SOPs), leading to a misunderstanding between the officers and the rapper.

Selangor Local Government and Tourism Committee chairperson Ng Suee Lim has apologized after a female rapper claimed she was filmed by local authority officers during a raid at a Subang Jaya beauty centre. Ng said the incident may have resulted from unclear standard operating procedures (SOPs), leading to a misunderstanding between the officers and the rapper.

Selangor exco apologises over filming of rapper in beauty centre raid

Opposition lawmakers rose today to defend Awang Hashim (Pendang-PN), who was suspended for 10 days following his negative remarks about Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul.Raising the issue, Opposition Whip Chief Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) stated that the action taken against Awang was clearly unconstitutional.According to parliamentary rules, Takiyuddin stated that any actions or punishments against members of the Dewan Rakyat, including the Speaker, are limited to matters that occur within the Dewan Rakyat itself.

Opposition lawmakers rose today to defend Awang Hashim (Pendang-PN), who was suspended for 10 days following his negative remarks about Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul.Raising the issue, Opposition Whip Chief Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Bharu) stated that the action taken against Awang was clearly unconstitutional.According to parliamentary rules, Takiyuddin stated that any actions or punishments against members of the Dewan Rakyat, including the Speaker, are limited to matters that occur within the Dewan Rakyat itself.

Suspension of PAS MP: Speaker acted beyond his authority - PN 

The Dewan Rakyat session turned chaotic this morning when Shahidan Kassim (PN-Arau) accused DAP of once trampling on pictures of leaders, claiming the issue was never raised in parliament.He made the comment while debating the 10-day suspension of Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) by Speaker Johari Abdul last Thursday, after Awang insulted the Speaker on TikTok.The statement angered Howard Lee (DAP-Ipoh Timur), who pointed out that it was unrelated to the topic at hand.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0xESZwTOBQ

The Dewan Rakyat session turned chaotic this morning when Shahidan Kassim (PN-Arau) accused DAP of once trampling on pictures of leaders, claiming the issue was never raised in parliament.He made the comment while debating the 10-day suspension of Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) by Speaker Johari Abdul last Thursday, after Awang insulted the Speaker on TikTok.The statement angered Howard Lee (DAP-Ipoh Timur), who pointed out that it was unrelated to the topic at hand.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0xESZwTOBQ

Shahidan's 'DAP tramples on leaders' pictures' remark causes uproar

The Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat, Johari Abdul, defended his decision to suspend Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) for 10 days from the Dewan Rakyat session last Thursday.He stated that he did not want to escalate the matter by referring Awang to the Parliamentary Privileges and Rights Committee, but instead wanted him to apologize, which did not happen.Earlier, Awang was suspended for allegedly insulting Johari in a TikTok video, where he accused the Speaker of being tyrannical.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0xESZwTOBQ

The Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat, Johari Abdul, defended his decision to suspend Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) for 10 days from the Dewan Rakyat session last Thursday.He stated that he did not want to escalate the matter by referring Awang to the Parliamentary Privileges and Rights Committee, but instead wanted him to apologize, which did not happen.Earlier, Awang was suspended for allegedly insulting Johari in a TikTok video, where he accused the Speaker of being tyrannical.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0xESZwTOBQ

'You can say whatever you want about Johari, but don't insult the Speaker'

Najib Razak testified in court today, claiming the US government, under the Democrats, worked with Malaysia's opposition to orchestrate a regime change while he was prime minister.Speaking at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, Najib said the US forfeiture action against him was politically motivated, aimed at obstructing his access to key 1MDB evidence.

Najib Razak testified in court today, claiming the US government, under the Democrats, worked with Malaysia's opposition to orchestrate a regime change while he was prime minister.Speaking at the Kuala Lumpur High Court, Najib said the US forfeiture action against him was politically motivated, aimed at obstructing his access to key 1MDB evidence.

US, former M’sian opposition conspired to overthrow government - Najib

The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah-led state administration should be allowed to function as usual while authorities investigate corruption allegations against its leadersSabah PKR information chief Razeef Rakimin said political stability is critical for the state’s economic growth.

The Gabungan Rakyat Sabah-led state administration should be allowed to function as usual while authorities investigate corruption allegations against its leadersSabah PKR information chief Razeef Rakimin said political stability is critical for the state’s economic growth.

Sabah PKR: Let state govt  function normally amid bribery probe

Syrian nationals in Malaysia joined worldwide celebrations as President Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year grip on power came to an end.At the Syrian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, jubilant crowds waved the Syrian rebel flag - green, white, and black with three red stars - chanting and dancing in celebration.

Syrian nationals in Malaysia joined worldwide celebrations as President Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year grip on power came to an end.At the Syrian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, jubilant crowds waved the Syrian rebel flag - green, white, and black with three red stars - chanting and dancing in celebration.

Syrians in Kuala Lumpur celebrate historic fall of Assad at embassy

[KiniNews] The whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption videos has urged Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and the implicated assemblypersons to sue him for defamation.“My client believes the courts provide the ideal platform to resolve disputes on whether the ‘edited’ videos contain elements of corruption,” said his lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah.Shafee explained that since Hajiji and several other assemblypersons have claimed the videos were “edited” and do not accurately reflect what transpired during the meetings, his client is keen to set the record straight.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into sovereignty issues surrounding Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge revealed a failure that is tantamount to treachery."The RCI revealed a weakness, or even treachery if looked from an angle as every inch of our land must be defended at all costs," he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] The whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption videos has urged Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and the implicated assemblypersons to sue him for defamation.“My client believes the courts provide the ideal platform to resolve disputes on whether the ‘edited’ videos contain elements of corruption,” said his lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah.Shafee explained that since Hajiji and several other assemblypersons have claimed the videos were “edited” and do not accurately reflect what transpired during the meetings, his client is keen to set the record straight.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into sovereignty issues surrounding Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge revealed a failure that is tantamount to treachery."The RCI revealed a weakness, or even treachery if looked from an angle as every inch of our land must be defended at all costs," he said.___________________📌 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: Whistleblower tells CM, reps to sue him; Batu Puteh RCI revealed treachery -PM

The Dewan Rakyat is set to debate the report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on the handling of the Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge sovereignty dispute next week, according to Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.He revealed that Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said will table a motion to debate the report.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/568875035739874

The Dewan Rakyat is set to debate the report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on the handling of the Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge sovereignty dispute next week, according to Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.He revealed that Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said will table a motion to debate the report.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/568875035739874

Fahmi: Parliament will debate Batu Puteh RCI report next week

Local rapper Zamaera has accused a Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) officer of invading her privacy by allegedly recording her during a massage session amidst a supposed raid at a parlour on Wednesday.The incident allegedly took place at a massage parlour in SS14, Subang Jaya.Zamaera, whose real name is Sharifah Zamaera Syed Zafilen Al Edros, claimed she was filmed naked from behind while receiving a massage.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728175

Local rapper Zamaera has accused a Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) officer of invading her privacy by allegedly recording her during a massage session amidst a supposed raid at a parlour on Wednesday.The incident allegedly took place at a massage parlour in SS14, Subang Jaya.Zamaera, whose real name is Sharifah Zamaera Syed Zafilen Al Edros, claimed she was filmed naked from behind while receiving a massage.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728175

Rapper Zamaera claims MBSJ officer filmed her during raid at massage parlour

The findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into sovereignty issues surrounding Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge revealed a failure that is tantamount to treachery, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Speaking to reporters earlier today, he said the country’s sovereignty is a matter that must be defended at all costs.Note:AI Voiceover

The findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into sovereignty issues surrounding Batu Puteh, Middle Rocks, and South Ledge revealed a failure that is tantamount to treachery, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Speaking to reporters earlier today, he said the country’s sovereignty is a matter that must be defended at all costs.Note:AI Voiceover

Anwar: RCI on Batu Puteh reveals treachery, can't be taken lightly

A son of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak warned the government to come clean about the alleged supplementary order by former Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah which ordered Najib’s house arrest.Nazifuddin Najib said should the government fail to take this matter seriously and allow hidden hands to do whatever they like with the country’s legal system, then they should not be surprised if the government gets punished in the next general election.Note:Ai VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728158

A son of former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak warned the government to come clean about the alleged supplementary order by former Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah which ordered Najib’s house arrest.Nazifuddin Najib said should the government fail to take this matter seriously and allow hidden hands to do whatever they like with the country’s legal system, then they should not be surprised if the government gets punished in the next general election.Note:Ai VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728158

'Why hide the truth' - Nazifuddin Najib calls on govt to come clean on addendum

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak testified in the Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning that he has nothing to hide and has always been transparent about funds deposited into his account.Rebutting the RM2.27 billion 1MDB abuse of power and money laundering case, the former finance minister pointed out that he had informed AmBank and expected the commercial bank to notify Bank Negara Malaysia.Note:AI Voiceover

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak testified in the Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning that he has nothing to hide and has always been transparent about funds deposited into his account.Rebutting the RM2.27 billion 1MDB abuse of power and money laundering case, the former finance minister pointed out that he had informed AmBank and expected the commercial bank to notify Bank Negara Malaysia.Note:AI Voiceover

1MDB trial: I have nothing to hide, says Najib

The whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption videos has urged Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and the implicated assemblypersons to sue him for defamation.“My client believes the courts provide the ideal platform to resolve disputes on whether the ‘edited’ videos contain elements of corruption,” said his lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728129Note:AI Voiceover

The whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption videos has urged Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and the implicated assemblypersons to sue him for defamation.“My client believes the courts provide the ideal platform to resolve disputes on whether the ‘edited’ videos contain elements of corruption,” said his lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/728129Note:AI Voiceover

Whistleblower tells CM, reps to sue him for defamation over 'edited' videos

[KiniNews] Najib Abdul Razak's son Mohd Nizar has filed an affidavit affirming that the Pahang sultan told him about the existence of a royal addendum for the former premier to serve the remainder of his six-year jail sentence as house arrest.The affidavit was filed two days ago prior to this afternoon's Court of Appeal hearing of Najib's appeal to be granted leave to commence judicial review for implementation of the alleged supplementary royal decree.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bung Moktar Radin has outlined the difference between him and Hajiji Noor following a tit-for-tat call to quit between Sabah Umno and Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS)."Sabah Umno had asked him to quit as chief minister, and not as head of GRS. (Whereas) I am just the head of Sabah Umno," he said.___________________📌 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] Najib Abdul Razak's son Mohd Nizar has filed an affidavit affirming that the Pahang sultan told him about the existence of a royal addendum for the former premier to serve the remainder of his six-year jail sentence as house arrest.The affidavit was filed two days ago prior to this afternoon's Court of Appeal hearing of Najib's appeal to be granted leave to commence judicial review for implementation of the alleged supplementary royal decree.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bung Moktar Radin has outlined the difference between him and Hajiji Noor following a tit-for-tat call to quit between Sabah Umno and Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS)."Sabah Umno had asked him to quit as chief minister, and not as head of GRS. (Whereas) I am just the head of Sabah Umno," he said.___________________📌 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: Najib's son claims Pahang ruler told him addendum exists; Bung hits back at PBS

Najib Abdul Razak's son Mohd Nizar has filed an affidavit affirming that the Pahang sultan told him about the existence of a royal addendum for the former premier to serve the remainder of his six-year jail sentence as house arrest.The affidavit was filed two days ago prior to this afternoon's Court of Appeal hearing of Najib's appeal to be granted leave to commence judicial review for implementation of the alleged supplementary royal decree.Note:AI Voiceover

Najib Abdul Razak's son Mohd Nizar has filed an affidavit affirming that the Pahang sultan told him about the existence of a royal addendum for the former premier to serve the remainder of his six-year jail sentence as house arrest.The affidavit was filed two days ago prior to this afternoon's Court of Appeal hearing of Najib's appeal to be granted leave to commence judicial review for implementation of the alleged supplementary royal decree.Note:AI Voiceover

House arrest: Najib's son claims Pahang ruler told him addendum exists

After being ordered to pay RM750,000 in damages to three DAP leaders, PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad said she would study the full judgment before pursuing her next course of action.“I will study the full judgment first before making any decisions,” she told Malaysiakini briefly.Yesterday, the Georgetown High Court ordered Siti Mastura to pay damages to Lim Kit Siang, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok after losing a defamation suit filed by the trio.Note:AI Voiceover

After being ordered to pay RM750,000 in damages to three DAP leaders, PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad said she would study the full judgment before pursuing her next course of action.“I will study the full judgment first before making any decisions,” she told Malaysiakini briefly.Yesterday, the Georgetown High Court ordered Siti Mastura to pay damages to Lim Kit Siang, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok after losing a defamation suit filed by the trio.Note:AI Voiceover

Siti Mastura: I will study full judgment first before making any decisions

Bung Moktar Radin has outlined the difference between him and Hajiji Noor following a tit-for-tat call to quit between Sabah Umno and Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS).The Sabah Umno chairperson said Sabah Umno had asked Hajiji to quit as chief minister, and not as head of GRS, whereas he is just the head of Sabah Umno.Note:AI Voiceover

Bung Moktar Radin has outlined the difference between him and Hajiji Noor following a tit-for-tat call to quit between Sabah Umno and Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS).The Sabah Umno chairperson said Sabah Umno had asked Hajiji to quit as chief minister, and not as head of GRS, whereas he is just the head of Sabah Umno.Note:AI Voiceover

I am just the head of Sabah Umno, Hajiji is CM - Bung responds to PBS

The Royal Commission of Inquiry on Batu Puteh, Batuan Tengah, and Tubir Selatan has recommended a criminal investigation be launched against former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad.In its report - which was declassified in Parliament today - the RCI accused Mahathir of deceiving the cabinet in 2018 into withdrawing Malaysia's review of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) decision to award sovereignty over Batu Puteh to Singapore.Note:AI Voiceover

The Royal Commission of Inquiry on Batu Puteh, Batuan Tengah, and Tubir Selatan has recommended a criminal investigation be launched against former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad.In its report - which was declassified in Parliament today - the RCI accused Mahathir of deceiving the cabinet in 2018 into withdrawing Malaysia's review of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) decision to award sovereignty over Batu Puteh to Singapore. Note:AI Voiceover

RCI on Batu Puteh recommends criminal probe against Dr Mahathir

Pendang MP Awang Hashim was ordered to leave the Dewan Rakyat and was suspended for 10 days starting today.This is for allegedly insulting Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul in a TikTok video on July 18.Johari said he had submitted a letter to Awang on July 22 to retract and apologize over the remarks, but until today no action has been taken.

Pendang MP Awang Hashim was ordered to leave the Dewan Rakyat and was suspended for 10 days starting today.This is for allegedly insulting Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul in a TikTok video on July 18.Johari said he had submitted a letter to Awang on July 22 to retract and apologize over the remarks, but until today no action has been taken.

Chaos in Parliament, Pendang MP Awang Hashim suspended for 10 days

Sabah Umno should evaluate its own position before demanding Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to step down over the alleged mineral project scandal, said Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Youth chief Christopher Mandut.He also pointed out that Sabah Umno chairperson Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Zizie Izette Abdul Samad are also embroiled in a corruption case related to Felcra Bhd investments.Note:Ai VoiceoverFull story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727994

Sabah Umno should evaluate its own position before demanding Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to step down over the alleged mineral project scandal, said Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) Youth chief Christopher Mandut.He also pointed out that Sabah Umno chairperson Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Zizie Izette Abdul Samad are also embroiled in a corruption case related to Felcra Bhd investments.Note:Ai VoiceoverFull story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727994

Sabah Umno should look in the mirror before criticising Hajiji, says PBS Youth

FashionValet co-founders Vivy Yusof and her husband Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar have been charged with criminal breach of trust at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today.The couple was accused of embezzling RM8 million in investment funds from Khazanah Nasional and Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) by transferring the money to 30 Maple Sdn Bhd’s account without the approval of FashionValet's board of directors.They pleaded not guilty to the charge under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which is punishable with a jail term of between two and 20 years, caning, and a fine.Note:AI Voiceover

FashionValet co-founders Vivy Yusof and her husband Fadzaruddin Shah Anuar have been charged with criminal breach of trust at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today.The couple was accused of embezzling RM8 million in investment funds from Khazanah Nasional and Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) by transferring the money to 30 Maple Sdn Bhd’s account without the approval of FashionValet's board of directors.They pleaded not guilty to the charge under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which is punishable with a jail term of between two and 20 years, caning, and a fine.Note:AI Voiceover

FashionValet founders claim trial to CBT charges involving RM8m

A group of PKR MPs has called for Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to intervene and investigate insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) who continue to raise premiums despite the central bank’s directive to review them first.At a press conference yesterday, Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin questioned whether BNM would take action against ITOs ignoring its instructions.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUep1wTeItI&amp;t=0s

A group of PKR MPs has called for Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to intervene and investigate insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) who continue to raise premiums despite the central bank’s directive to review them first.At a press conference yesterday, Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin questioned whether BNM would take action against ITOs ignoring its instructions.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUep1wTeItI&amp;t=0s

Insurance premium hikes: PKR MPs urge BNM to act on insurers defying directive

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has again dismissed the corruption allegations against several assemblypersons in the state as attempts to destabilise the state government and tarnish its reputation.He said the allegation that several elected representatives have asked for bribes or had wrongdoing in this issue is baseless.He claimed that the exposé was perpetrated by certain quarters following an unsuccessful bid to apply for a mineral prospecting licence and that the video was edited.Note:AI Voiceover

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has again dismissed the corruption allegations against several assemblypersons in the state as attempts to destabilise the state government and tarnish its reputation.He said the allegation that several elected representatives have asked for bribes or had wrongdoing in this issue is baseless.He claimed that the exposé was perpetrated by certain quarters following an unsuccessful bid to apply for a mineral prospecting licence and that the video was edited.Note:AI Voiceover

Hajiji denies allegations, says Sabah govt won’t succumb to political threats

[KiniNews] Sabah Umno wings have come out to demand Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s resignation following a whistleblower exposé alleging several state leaders were involved in corruption.Sabah Wanita Umno also demanded a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) be formed to probe the claims.Previously, Hajiji claimed that the videos were aimed at discrediting and weakening his government.He vowed full cooperation with MACC but insisted that the whistleblower, whose motives he questioned, be arrested and investigated.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah assemblyperson Masiung Banah, who was one of those implicated in the alleged corruption scandal has vowed not to flee and said that he had explained to the MACC about the video.He also claimed that the video released by the whistleblower was not the full recording and appeared to give credence to the allegation that he received a bribe.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Sabah Umno wings have come out to demand Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s resignation following a whistleblower exposé alleging several state leaders were involved in corruption.Sabah Wanita Umno also demanded a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) be formed to probe the claims.Previously, Hajiji claimed that the videos were aimed at discrediting and weakening his government.He vowed full cooperation with MACC but insisted that the whistleblower, whose motives he questioned, be arrested and investigated.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah assemblyperson Masiung Banah, who was one of those implicated in the alleged corruption scandal has vowed not to flee and said that he had explained to the MACC about the video.He also claimed that the video released by the whistleblower was not the full recording and appeared to give credence to the allegation that he received a bribe.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Sabah Umno wings call for Hajiji to resign, wants RCI; Video appears to be edited- rep

The Georgetown High Court today ruled in favour of the DAP trio’s defamation suit against PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad.This is over Siti Mastura’s claims linking Lim Kit Siang, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok to the late Communist Party of Malaya supremo Chin Peng.Note:AI Voiceover

The Georgetown High Court today ruled in favour of the DAP trio’s defamation suit against PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad.This is over Siti Mastura’s claims linking Lim Kit Siang, DAP chairperson Lim Guan Eng and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok to the late Communist Party of Malaya supremo Chin Peng.Note:AI Voiceover

DAP trio wins defamation suit against Siti Mastura over Chin Peng claims

Sabah Umno wings have come out to demand Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s resignation following a whistleblower exposé alleging several state leaders were involved in corruption.Sabah Wanita Umno also demanded a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) be formed to probe the claims.Previously, Hajiji had claimed that the videos were aimed at discrediting and weakening his government.He vowed full cooperation with MACC but insisted that the whistleblower, whose motives he questioned, be arrested and investigated.Note: AI Voiceover

Sabah Umno wings have come out to demand Chief Minister Hajiji Noor’s resignation following a whistleblower exposé alleging several state leaders were involved in corruption.Sabah Wanita Umno also demanded a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) be formed to probe the claims.Previously, Hajiji had claimed that the videos were aimed at discrediting and weakening his government.He vowed full cooperation with MACC but insisted that the whistleblower, whose motives he questioned, be arrested and investigated.Note: AI Voiceover

Sabah Umno wings calls on Hajiji to resign, wants RCI to probe claims

Sabah assemblyperson Masiung Banah, who was one of those implicated in the alleged corruption scandal, has vowed not to flee.In a video posted on his Facebook page, the Kuamut representative said he had explained to the MACC about the video.He also claimed that the video released by the whistleblower was not the full recording and appeared to give credence to the allegation that he received a bribe.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/dmb.adunkuamut.5/videos/549199644690159/?rdid=hheBN4cqrRZhGVJ9

Sabah assemblyperson Masiung Banah, who was one of those implicated in the alleged corruption scandal, has vowed not to flee.In a video posted on his Facebook page, the Kuamut representative said he had explained to the MACC about the video.He also claimed that the video released by the whistleblower was not the full recording and appeared to give credence to the allegation that he received a bribe.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/dmb.adunkuamut.5/videos/549199644690159/?rdid=hheBN4cqrRZhGVJ9

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