Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal joked in Parliament that the Rafflesia flower should be renamed after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in conjunction with Merdeka.He argued the flower deserves a “better” name and noted that Rafflesia was named after colonial figure Stamford Raffles. Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) Minister Johari Ghani responded that the cabinet could consider the proposal if a new name is suggested.

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal joked in Parliament that the Rafflesia flower should be renamed after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in conjunction with Merdeka. He argued the flower deserves a “better” name and noted that Rafflesia was named after colonial figure Stamford Raffles. Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) Minister Johari Ghani responded that the cabinet could consider the proposal if a new name is suggested.

MP jokes about renaming Rafflesia the ‘Anwar Ibrahim' flower

KiniNews is now also available at:  Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ   Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC -Politicians pose the biggest threat to the judiciary, said former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat today.At the Allianz Centre for Governance’s Distinguished Speaker Series, she noted she never faced political interference during her time as a High Court or Court of Appeal judge.Meanwhile, the family of deceased Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir wants the five teenagers who allegedly bullied her to be charged with a more serious offence.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC -Politicians pose the biggest threat to the judiciary, said former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat today.At the Allianz Centre for Governance’s Distinguished Speaker Series, she noted she never faced political interference during her time as a High Court or Court of Appeal judge.Meanwhile, the family of deceased Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir wants the five teenagers who allegedly bullied her to be charged with a more serious offence.___________________📌 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: Politicians the biggest threat to Constitution, says ex-Chief Justice

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) has reiterated his warning against alleged “unhappiness” from the Japanese government over Malaysia’s expansion of the “Look East” policy to also include China.Wan Fayhsal, who interjected International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s winding-up speech, said he had also raised similar concerns during Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan’s winding-up speech earlier.

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) has reiterated his warning against alleged “unhappiness” from the Japanese government over Malaysia’s expansion of the “Look East” policy to also include China.Wan Fayhsal, who interjected International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s winding-up speech, said he had also raised similar concerns during Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan’s winding-up speech earlier.

Wan Fayhsal insists Japan 'unhappy' over Putrajaya’s Look East expansion

The government may review the measure to restrict overseas travel for National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who fail to make repayments.Deputy Higher Education Minister Mustapha Sakmud said this in response to a supplementary question from Lim Lip Eng (PHKepong) on whether the government would reinstate restrictions on hardcore defaulters who refuse to repay despite having the means to do so.

The government may review the measure to restrict overseas travel for National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who fail to make repayments.Deputy Higher Education Minister Mustapha Sakmud said this in response to a supplementary question from Lim Lip Eng (PHKepong) on whether the government would reinstate restrictions on hardcore defaulters who refuse to repay despite having the means to do so.

Govt may review restriction on overseas travel for PTPTN borrowers

A government MP today questioned Malaysia’s decision to invite US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur this October.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Hassan Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) raised his concern over the US president’s role in the ongoing genocide by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza.

A government MP today questioned Malaysia’s decision to invite US President Donald Trump to the 47th Asean Summit, scheduled to be held in Kuala Lumpur this October.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Hassan Karim (Harapan-Pasir Gudang) raised his concern over the US president’s role in the ongoing genocide by Israel against Palestinians in Gaza.

Are we going to roll out the red carpet for Trump, Hassan asks

The second phase purchase of Boeing aircraft valued at US$9.5 billion (RM40 billion) will neither impact Malaysia’s debt levels nor affect its fiscal deficit, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.Lim said that the aircraft purchase is part of the plan outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

The second phase purchase of Boeing aircraft valued at US$9.5 billion (RM40 billion) will neither impact Malaysia’s debt levels nor affect its fiscal deficit, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying.Lim said that the aircraft purchase is part of the plan outlined in the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP).

US$9.5b Boeing aircraft purchases won't affect national debt 

There should be no significant barriers for police in their efforts to locate M Indira Gandhi’s abducted daughter, stressed former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.Speaking at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun pointed out that the police had shown their competence in handling other cases. 

There should be no significant barriers for police in their efforts to locate M Indira Gandhi’s abducted daughter, stressed former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.Speaking at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun pointed out that the police had shown their competence in handling other cases.

No strong obstacle behind cops' failure to locate Indira's child: ex-CJ

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said more major corruption cases are being exposed because the government has given the MACC full freedom to act.Speaking in Parliament, he explained this is why Malaysia is seeing more shocking corruption news.He cited the recent arrests of several military intelligence officers linked to a smuggling syndicate that had reportedly been active since 2020.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said more major corruption cases are being exposed because the government has given the MACC full freedom to act.Speaking in Parliament, he explained this is why Malaysia is seeing more shocking corruption news.He cited the recent arrests of several military intelligence officers linked to a smuggling syndicate that had reportedly been active since 2020.

More graft cases uncovered as govt allows MACC to go full throttle

Former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat has opined that politicians pose the greatest threat to the Federal Constitution, reaffirming her stance that the prime minister should stay out of judicial appointments.Addressing a query from an audience member at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun briefly remarked that it is politicians themselves who endanger the sanctity and supremacy of the Constitution.

Former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat has opined that politicians pose the greatest threat to the Federal Constitution, reaffirming her stance that the prime minister should stay out of judicial appointments.Addressing a query from an audience member at an Allianz Centre for Governance (ACG) event in Kuala Lumpur today, Tengku Maimun briefly remarked that it is politicians themselves who endanger the sanctity and supremacy of the Constitution.

Biggest threat to the Constitution? It's the politicians, says ex-CJ

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today revealed a shocking police discovery of a child sexual exploitation ring led by a 12-year-old child.Saifuddin said police uncovered the activities in an operation conducted this year.The 12-year-old girl had created a website and subsequently conspired with her friends, forming a network to exploit themselves on social media for views and earnings.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail today revealed a shocking police discovery of a child sexual exploitation ring led by a 12-year-old child.Saifuddin said police uncovered the activities in an operation conducted this year.The 12-year-old girl had created a website and subsequently conspired with her friends, forming a network to exploit themselves on social media for views and earnings.

Shocking! Police bust child exploitation ring led by shocking 12-year-old mastermind

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today reaffirmed the government's commitment to eradicate hardcore poverty, including through allocations for the Indian community, which he said must be better coordinated.Speaking during Prime Minister's Question Time, Anwar (Harapan-Tambun) also denied a perception of Indians being sidelined from hardcore poverty eradication initiatives that cover all ethnic groups.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today reaffirmed the government's commitment to eradicate hardcore poverty, including through allocations for the Indian community, which he said must be better coordinated.Speaking during Prime Minister's Question Time, Anwar (Harapan-Tambun) also denied a perception of Indians being sidelined from hardcore poverty eradication initiatives that cover all ethnic groups.

'More Malays in poverty, but Indians not sidelined in eradication efforts'

Zara Qairina Mahathir’s family wants the five teens accused of bullying her charged with a more serious offence, after the Attorney-General said they will face Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code. The family lawyers stated that if the evidence is still inadequate, prosecution should be halted temporarily while further investigations are carried out.

Zara Qairina Mahathir’s family wants the five teens accused of bullying her charged with a more serious offence, after the Attorney-General said they will face Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code. The family lawyers stated that if the evidence is still inadequate, prosecution should be halted temporarily while further investigations are carried out.

Zara case: Charge suspects with more serious crime, AG told

A PKR lawmaker has dismissed the new loose opposition coalition spearheaded by Perikatan Nasional as being an opportunistic and desperate gamble by fringe parties.Sungai Petani MP Taufiq Johari also indicated that the coalition has nothing in common besides wanting to quarrel with the Madani administration.

A PKR lawmaker has dismissed the new loose opposition coalition spearheaded by Perikatan Nasional as being an opportunistic and desperate gamble by fringe parties.Sungai Petani MP Taufiq Johari also indicated that the coalition has nothing in common besides wanting to quarrel with the Madani administration.

PKR MP dismisses new opposition pact, calls it a ‘desperate gamble’

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said the MACC’s decision to prosecute only two out of eight Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining licence corruption scandal was based on deliberations of a “strong case” in court.Anwar, who responded to Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), said this was based on the MACC’s justification when he asked about the matter, which was first exposed by businessperson-turned-whistleblower Albert Tei, who has since been charged along with two other Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assemblypersons.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today said the MACC’s decision to prosecute only two out of eight Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining licence corruption scandal was based on deliberations of a “strong case” in court.Anwar, who responded to Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), said this was based on the MACC’s justification when he asked about the matter, which was first exposed by businessperson-turned-whistleblower Albert Tei, who has since been charged along with two other Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assemblypersons.

PM: MACC needs strong case to prosecute Sabah graft suspects

Twelve opposition parties have agreed to form a loose coalition to champion issues which they claim the Madani government has failed to resolve, including its reform pledges.The group includes Bersatu, PAS, Gerakan, Pejuang, Muda, MIPP, Putra, Berjasa, PSM, MAP, Iman, and Urimai — though Urimai isn’t officially registered yet.

Twelve opposition parties have agreed to form a loose coalition to champion issues which they claim the Madani government has failed to resolve, including its reform pledges. The group includes Bersatu, PAS, Gerakan, Pejuang, Muda, MIPP, Putra, Berjasa, PSM, MAP, Iman, and Urimai — though Urimai isn’t officially registered yet.

12 opposition parties form loose pact against govt, aim people’s issues

KiniNews is now also available at:  Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ   Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC Five teenagers will face charges in the Kota Kinabalu Juvenile Court over the alleged bullying of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar says they will be charged under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code for abusive or threatening communication.Meanwhile, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution confirms the probe into Zara’s death found elements of bullying, neglect, and sexual harassment.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC Five teenagers will face charges in the Kota Kinabalu Juvenile Court over the alleged bullying of Form One student Zara Qairina Mahathir.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar says they will be charged under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code for abusive or threatening communication.Meanwhile, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution confirms the probe into Zara’s death found elements of bullying, neglect, and sexual harassment.___________________📌 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: Five teens to be charged in Zara case, Home minister confirms bullying & neglect

An English teacher who uploaded a video supposedly claiming the 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir being put into a washing machine has admitted it was merely “content.”This was revealed by Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in the Dewan Rakyat today.He said the teacher, whose video went viral on social media, made the admission after being detained by police recently.

An English teacher who uploaded a video supposedly claiming the 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir being put into a washing machine has admitted it was merely “content.”This was revealed by Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in the Dewan Rakyat today.He said the teacher, whose video went viral on social media, made the admission after being detained by police recently.

Zara's death: 'Teacher admits washing machine claim was just content'

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) will charge several suspects allegedly involved in bullying 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir.In a statement today, the department said the charges will be based on evidence from the police investigation, adding that this would not disrupt the inquest, which is set to examine the teenager’s death.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) will charge several suspects allegedly involved in bullying 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir.In a statement today, the department said the charges will be based on evidence from the police investigation, adding that this would not disrupt the inquest, which is set to examine the teenager’s death.

AGC to charge suspects in Zara bullying case, will not disrupt inquest

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul today ruled to suspend Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) for 10 days under Standing Orders 44(2) over an alleged physical threat made in the Dewan Rakyat last week.In delivering his ruling, Johari, who presided at the start of the Finance Ministry’s winding-up of the 13th Malaysia Plan’s debates, also responded to Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Baru) and other opposition MPs who earlier stood up to pre-empt his decision.

Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul today ruled to suspend Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) for 10 days under Standing Orders 44(2) over an alleged physical threat made in the Dewan Rakyat last week.In delivering his ruling, Johari, who presided at the start of the Finance Ministry’s winding-up of the 13th Malaysia Plan’s debates, also responded to Takiyuddin Hassan (PN-Kota Baru) and other opposition MPs who earlier stood up to pre-empt his decision.

'I saw what happened' - Speaker suspends Pendang MP for 10 days

Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker Alice Lau today suspended Ahmad Marzuk Shaary (PN-Pengkalan Chepa) for two days.This was after the PAS lawmaker sparked a heated exchange with Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar.Na’im was winding-up the 13th Malaysia Plan debates when Marzuk interjected, accusing the minister of failing to answer whether Tabung Haji awarded a “rebranding” contract to a non-Malay company without an open tender.

Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker Alice Lau today suspended Ahmad Marzuk Shaary (PN-Pengkalan Chepa) for two days.This was after the PAS lawmaker sparked a heated exchange with Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Na’im Mokhtar.Na’im was winding-up the 13th Malaysia Plan debates when Marzuk interjected, accusing the minister of failing to answer whether Tabung Haji awarded a “rebranding” contract to a non-Malay company without an open tender.

TH 'rebranding' contract: PAS MP suspended after heated exchange

Muda has launched a campaign demanding that the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) reopen its case into Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s corruption and abuse of power charges.The party’s acting president, Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz, said the campaign is important as people have the right to know the truth, and that Malaysians want to know “how people in government can get away with it”.

Muda has launched a campaign demanding that the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) reopen its case into Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s corruption and abuse of power charges.The party’s acting president, Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz, said the campaign is important as people have the right to know the truth, and that Malaysians want to know “how people in government can get away with it”.

‘Malaysians need to know’ - Muda launches Zahid's re-indictment campaign

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail denied that there were any cover-ups or delays in police action over the tragic death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir in Sabah.He acknowledged that there was non-compliance with some procedures, but stressed that this did not disrupt the investigation’s integrity.He added that the investigation has turned up elements of bullying, which prevents the case from being covered up due to the seriousness of the matter.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail denied that there were any cover-ups or delays in police action over the tragic death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir in Sabah.He acknowledged that there was non-compliance with some procedures, but stressed that this did not disrupt the investigation’s integrity.He added that the investigation has turned up elements of bullying, which prevents the case from being covered up due to the seriousness of the matter.

Zara Qairina case: Elements of bullying, neglect, sexual harassment found

Former PM Dr Mahathir Mohamad has again questioned the validity of Anwar Ibrahim’s royal pardon, even though he signed it in 2018. He was commenting on a lawsuit filed by ex-minister P Waythamoorthy, who argues that Anwar’s disqualification as MP was never lifted by the pardon. Waythamoorthy filed the case on Aug 12 at the Kuala Lumpur High Court.Mahathir was at Shah Alam court for the case management of his own RM150 million lawsuit against Anwar. 

Former PM Dr Mahathir Mohamad has again questioned the validity of Anwar Ibrahim’s royal pardon, even though he signed it in 2018. He was commenting on a lawsuit filed by ex-minister P Waythamoorthy, who argues that Anwar’s disqualification as MP was never lifted by the pardon. Waythamoorthy filed the case on Aug 12 at the Kuala Lumpur High Court.Mahathir was at Shah Alam court for the case management of his own RM150 million lawsuit against Anwar.

Amid Waytha challenge, Dr M casts fresh doubt on Anwar’s pardon

An inquest for the late Zara Qairina Mahathir will open on September 3, with nearly 200 witnesses lined up.The Coroner’s Court has fixed the inquest into the 13-year-old student’s death to run on several dates throughout September.

An inquest for the late Zara Qairina Mahathir will open on September 3, with nearly 200 witnesses lined up.The Coroner’s Court has fixed the inquest into the 13-year-old student’s death to run on several dates throughout September.

Inquest into Zara Qairina’s death to begin September 3

The Deputy Prime Minister and Umno president, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stepped in, calling for calm between Umno and DAP Youth.He warned both sides not to let their quarrels damage the coalition government.The tension began after DAP Youth chapters called for cutting ties with Akmal over his clashes on a Penang shop that flew the Jalur Gemilang upside down.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Umno president, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stepped in, calling for calm between Umno and DAP Youth. He warned both sides not to let their quarrels damage the coalition government. The tension began after DAP Youth chapters called for cutting ties with Akmal over his clashes on a Penang shop that flew the Jalur Gemilang upside down.

Flag row sparks DAP Youth-Akmal clash, Zahid urges coalition harmony

Najib Abdul Razak is hoping to gain sympathy by portraying himself as being oppressed by the current administration, according to Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.However, Mahathir pointed out that the Najib administration was more oppressive, citing the MACC's orange-lock up outfit as an example."He was charged months ago, (but) he is free (from imprisonment, but) creates all sorts of stories to get support," he told reporters in Cameron Highlands today.

Najib Abdul Razak is hoping to gain sympathy by portraying himself as being oppressed by the current administration, according to Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad. However, Mahathir pointed out that the Najib administration was more oppressive, citing the MACC's orange-lock up outfit as an example. "He was charged months ago, (but) he is free (from imprisonment, but) creates all sorts of stories to get support," he told reporters in Cameron Highlands today.

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