[KiniNews] The man who killed two police officers and injured another during an early morning attack at the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor has been identified as having a link to the Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) terror group, according to Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain.Police suspected the 22-year-old man had pre-planned and launched the attack to get his hands on firearms kept at the station, but police have yet to ascertain the suspect's agenda behind the plan.Razarudin said the suspect’s five family members had been detained during a raid at their house.He added that he had also instructed the Special Branch to identify all JI members in Johor and pick them up for investigation.___________________📌 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] The man who killed two police officers and injured another during an early morning attack at the Ulu Tiram police station in Johor has been identified as having a link to the Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) terror group, according to Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain.Police suspected the 22-year-old man had pre-planned and launched the attack to get his hands on firearms kept at the station, but police have yet to ascertain the suspect's agenda behind the plan.Razarudin said the suspect’s five family members had been detained during a raid at their house.He added that he had also instructed the Special Branch to identify all JI members in Johor and pick them up for investigation.___________________📌 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: Suspect in Ulu Tiram police station attack linked to Jemaah Islamiyah - IGP

[KiniNews] Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called on ministers in the federal government to address the matter of ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest bid, citing the need for transparency and adherence to constitutional principles.Zaid drew attention to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent remarks in Doha in which he suggested that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong only consider Najib’s house arrest bid after the conclusion of the latter’s ongoing 1MDB trial.Zaid warned against covert manoeuvres, stressing the importance of honesty and adherence to constitutional provisions.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are investigating a controversial message mocking Islam which appeared on the receipt of a popular pizza chain in Penang.According to Barat Daya district police chief Kamarul Rizal Jenal, the case has been classified under Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act.___________________📌 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] Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has called on ministers in the federal government to address the matter of ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest bid, citing the need for transparency and adherence to constitutional principles.Zaid drew attention to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent remarks in Doha in which he suggested that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong only consider Najib’s house arrest bid after the conclusion of the latter’s ongoing 1MDB trial.Zaid warned against covert manoeuvres, stressing the importance of honesty and adherence to constitutional provisions.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are investigating a controversial message mocking Islam which appeared on the receipt of a popular pizza chain in Penang.According to Barat Daya district police chief Kamarul Rizal Jenal, the case has been classified under Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act.___________________📌 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: Zaid wants transparency on Najib's house arrest bid; Domino's Pizza lodges police report

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim suggested that the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong should only consider former premier Najib Abdul Razak's request for house arrest after the conclusion of his ongoing 1MDB trial.Anwar emphasised that, as prime minister, he respects the king's authority and would only offer recommendations if asked."If the king is to ask for my advice, I would say, Your Majesty, go through the process," he said during an interview with Bloomberg at the Qatar Economic Forum yesterday.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim suggested that the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong should only consider former premier Najib Abdul Razak's request for house arrest after the conclusion of his ongoing 1MDB trial.Anwar emphasised that, as prime minister, he respects the king's authority and would only offer recommendations if asked."If the king is to ask for my advice, I would say, Your Majesty, go through the process," he said during an interview with Bloomberg at the Qatar Economic Forum yesterday.___________________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 house arrest - Anwar hints at advising Agong on due process

[KiniNews] Following the Federal Court's decision affirming the non-Muslim status of her three unilaterally converted children, a tearful Loh Siew Hong urged the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (Maips) to leave her and her family alone.Loh, a single mother, expressed that her 15-year-old twin daughters and 12-year-old son have endured four years of suffering since their father, Muhammad Nagahswaran Muniandy, converted them to Islam in 2020. “I do not want Maips to disturb me. Leave me alone. Enough,” the 36-year-old pleaded, supported by her legal team led by lawyer A Srimurugan at the lobby of the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.___________________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] Following the Federal Court's decision affirming the non-Muslim status of her three unilaterally converted children, a tearful Loh Siew Hong urged the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (Maips) to leave her and her family alone.Loh, a single mother, expressed that her 15-year-old twin daughters and 12-year-old son have endured four years of suffering since their father, Muhammad Nagahswaran Muniandy, converted them to Islam in 2020. “I do not want Maips to disturb me. Leave me alone. Enough,” the 36-year-old pleaded, supported by her legal team led by lawyer A Srimurugan at the lobby of the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.___________________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: Children to remain non-Muslim, Loh tells Maips to leave her alone

[KiniNews] DAP central executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali urged his party to break free from a narrow focus on race, cautioning against emulating MCA's exclusive approach.In a statement today, Sheikh Umar stressed DAP's pivotal role in the coalition government, advocating for the defense of all Malaysians regardless of their racial or religious backgrounds. “DAP must extend its support beyond race and religion. DAP is not MCA 2.0,” he pointed out.___________________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] DAP central executive committee member Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali urged his party to break free from a narrow focus on race, cautioning against emulating MCA's exclusive approach.In a statement today, Sheikh Umar stressed DAP's pivotal role in the coalition government, advocating for the defense of all Malaysians regardless of their racial or religious backgrounds. “DAP must extend its support beyond race and religion. DAP is not MCA 2.0,” he pointed out.___________________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: Don’t become MCA 2.0, DAP reminded

[KiniNews] PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang didn't hold back in his first campaign appearance for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, launching a scathing attack on DAP.Addressing the crowd at Perikatan Nasional's "Ceramah Perdana" in Batang Kali last night, he warned Umno members and supporters in Selangor not to repeat their mistake of losing political power in Singapore.DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok did not mince words in her response to Hadi, highlighting what she sees as Hadi's outdated perspective on race and religion.Kok expressed sympathy for Hadi's apparent struggle with modernity, suggesting he's stuck in an outdated mindset fixated on race and religion.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang didn't hold back in his first campaign appearance for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, launching a scathing attack on DAP.Addressing the crowd at Perikatan Nasional's "Ceramah Perdana" in Batang Kali last night, he warned Umno members and supporters in Selangor not to repeat their mistake of losing political power in Singapore.DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok did not mince words in her response to Hadi, highlighting what she sees as Hadi's outdated perspective on race and religion.Kok expressed sympathy for Hadi's apparent struggle with modernity, suggesting he's stuck in an outdated mindset fixated on race and religion.___________________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: Hadi slammed for using DAP boogeyman to attract Umno supporters in KKB

[KiniNews] Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said there has been no discussion about admitting Tanjong Karang MP Zulkafperi Hanapi and Selat Kelang assemblyperson Abdul Rashid Asari into Pakatan Harapan after the duo lost their Bersatu membership.We have not discussed this. We will wait and see because it’s a developing story. We are unsure of the full facts. Let’s clarify a few things first, he said.Yesterday Bersatu secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin had reportedly said that the two have ceased being Bersatu members after attending a Pakatan Harapan campaign event in Kuala Kubu Baharu last night.Hamzah said that based on Bersatu’s constitution, they have automatically ceased to be members.___________________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://mk.my/hFMfYpu

[KiniNews] Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said there has been no discussion about admitting Tanjong Karang MP Zulkafperi Hanapi and Selat Kelang assemblyperson Abdul Rashid Asari into Pakatan Harapan after the duo lost their Bersatu membership.We have not discussed this. We will wait and see because it’s a developing story. We are unsure of the full facts. Let’s clarify a few things first, he said.Yesterday Bersatu secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin had reportedly said that the two have ceased being Bersatu members after attending a Pakatan Harapan campaign event in Kuala Kubu Baharu last night.Hamzah said that based on Bersatu’s constitution, they have automatically ceased to be members.___________________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://mk.my/hFMfYpu

#KiniNews: No talks of admitting ex-Bersatu reps, says Fahmi; Rogue Bersatu reps membership ceased

[KiniNews] Election watchdog Bersih has accused both Pakatan Harapan and BN of breaking their promises twice since the general election regarding the appointment of Election Commission members.According to Bersih executive director Ooi Kok Hin, the two coalitions pledged that key EC appointments would undergo review by a parliamentary committee. However, Bersih claims that the government has appointed two EC members without an open and transparent process.___________________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] Election watchdog Bersih has accused both Pakatan Harapan and BN of breaking their promises twice since the general election regarding the appointment of Election Commission members.According to Bersih executive director Ooi Kok Hin, the two coalitions pledged that key EC appointments would undergo review by a parliamentary committee. However, Bersih claims that the government has appointed two EC members without an open and transparent process.___________________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: ‘Broken promises’ - Don’t you feel ashamed, Bersih asks Harapan

[KiniNews] MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.On April 25, Azam said the investigation against the former Langkawi MP was linked to MACC’s request for Mahathir’s sons, Mokhzani and Mirzan, to disclose their assets.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.___________________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] MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.On April 25, Azam said the investigation against the former Langkawi MP was linked to MACC’s request for Mahathir’s sons, Mokhzani and Mirzan, to disclose their assets.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.___________________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: No plans to arrest Dr M yet - MACC; Cops nab another suspect in acid attack on footballer

[KiniNews] A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan.This is over Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.Wan Saiful had blamed Fahmi for the decline of the ranking after Malaysia dropped 34 places since last year.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan.This is over Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.Wan Saiful had blamed Fahmi for the decline of the ranking after Malaysia dropped 34 places since last year.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.___________________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: Fahmi returns fire in press freedom war; Cops arrest suspect in acid attack on footballer

[KiniNews] The Penang High Court denied an application by the state’s former chief minister Lim Guan Eng and his wife Betty Chew to nullify their corruption and money laundering charges involving a foreign workers' hostel project worth RM11.6 million. Judge Rofiah Mohamad this morning dismissed the duo’s striking-out application.In her  judgment, she stated that the doctrine of ‘autrefois acquit’ or rule against double jeopardy argued by the defense did not apply as it did not meet the requirements.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perak mufti Wan Zahidi Wan Teh said the accusations that KK Mart insulted Islam were not proven so the boycott against the company’s outlets had no justification.“Based on Islamic judicial methods, accusations of insulting Islam against the management of KK Mart have not been proven. In addition, the act of boycotting a certain race is also not in line with the prophet’s ‘sunnah’,” he told a press conference at the Perak Mufti Department.___________________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 Penang High Court denied an application by the state’s former chief minister Lim Guan Eng and his wife Betty Chew to nullify their corruption and money laundering charges involving a foreign workers' hostel project worth RM11.6 million. Judge Rofiah Mohamad this morning dismissed the duo’s striking-out application.In her judgment, she stated that the doctrine of ‘autrefois acquit’ or rule against double jeopardy argued by the defense did not apply as it did not meet the requirements.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perak mufti Wan Zahidi Wan Teh said the accusations that KK Mart insulted Islam were not proven so the boycott against the company’s outlets had no justification.“Based on Islamic judicial methods, accusations of insulting Islam against the management of KK Mart have not been proven. In addition, the act of boycotting a certain race is also not in line with the prophet’s ‘sunnah’,” he told a press conference at the Perak Mufti Department.___________________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: Court retains charges against Guan Eng, wife; Perak mufti responds to KK Mart boycott

[KiniNews] Controversial blogger Papagomo was charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.___________________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] Controversial blogger Papagomo was charged with sedition at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today over his social media post on the socks with the word Allah.The pro-Perikatan Nasional activist, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, claimed trial to the charge read before judge Siti Aminah Ghazali.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has thrown down a vernacular education gauntlet to Perikatan Nasional chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.The challenge comes in the wake of PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari honing in on the coalition government’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election Pang Sock Tao's vernacular education background.___________________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: Papagomo charged with sedition; Muhyiddin told to state PN's stand on vernacular schools

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been released on MACC bail after anti-graft investigators finished recording his statement regarding alleged abuse of power.This was confirmed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki when contacted around 4pm today.He also confirmed that the menteri besar was indeed detained by the agencyMeanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC suspects that one of the four Bugatti Veyron hypercars seized in Munich, Germany, was purchased by Jho Low using funds from 1MDB.According to a source cited by Utusan Malaysia, the remaining cars allegedly belonged to Khadem al-Qubaisi, former managing director of the International Petroleum Investment Company, and Mohamed Ahmed Badawy al-Husseiny, ex-CEO of Aabar, both implicated in the scandal.___________________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] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been released on MACC bail after anti-graft investigators finished recording his statement regarding alleged abuse of power.This was confirmed by MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki when contacted around 4pm today.He also confirmed that the menteri besar was indeed detained by the agencyMeanwhile, in a separate story, the MACC suspects that one of the four Bugatti Veyron hypercars seized in Munich, Germany, was purchased by Jho Low using funds from 1MDB.According to a source cited by Utusan Malaysia, the remaining cars allegedly belonged to Khadem al-Qubaisi, former managing director of the International Petroleum Investment Company, and Mohamed Ahmed Badawy al-Husseiny, ex-CEO of Aabar, both implicated in the scandal.___________________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: Perlis MB released on MACC bail, spotlight on Jho Low's Bugatti

[KiniNews] Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has responded to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari's challenge by sharing her impressive SPM and UPSR results - straight A’s across the board.Interestingly, the 31-year-old excelled in Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) during the 2010 exams, surpassing her performance in Chinese Language (A-).The challenge arose after Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut faced scrutiny over his educational background.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Information Committee member Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, faced charges today at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. He pleaded not guilty to two counts, including allegedly defaming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and inciting discontent against His Majesty.___________________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] Pakatan Harapan candidate Pang Sock Tao has responded to PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari's challenge by sharing her impressive SPM and UPSR results - straight A’s across the board.Interestingly, the 31-year-old excelled in Malay Language (A) and English Language (A+) during the 2010 exams, surpassing her performance in Chinese Language (A-).The challenge arose after Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut faced scrutiny over his educational background.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersatu Information Committee member Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Chegubard, faced charges today at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court. He pleaded not guilty to two counts, including allegedly defaming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and inciting discontent against His Majesty.___________________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: PH candidate swings at PAS with straight A's, Chegubard charged

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.He was commenting on the Portland State University’s political science professor’s accusation against local politicians of advocating for a “second Holocaust against the Jews” during a speech at Universiti Malaya on April 23.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.___________________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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.He was commenting on the Portland State University’s political science professor’s accusation against local politicians of advocating for a “second Holocaust against the Jews” during a speech at Universiti Malaya on April 23.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.___________________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: US-based academic Gilley a 'mediocre scholar', says Anwar; Surendran hits out at Akmal

[KiniNews] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________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] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________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: MACC confirms Dr M under investigation; Lokman tells MCA to decide their position in govt

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli's son is one of six individuals remanded by the MACC to assist in an investigation involving the submission of false documents and claims totaling RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following the MACC's request to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act.Sources indicate that among the detained are two civil servants from the MB’s Office and the State Secretary's Office, alongside contractors and company owners.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are on the hunt for three men suspected of setting a kitten on fire at a motorcycle parking area in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang.Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan confirmed that the disturbing incident was captured on CCTV cameras.According to Hassan, a 63-year-old woman filed a police report, stating that the incident occurred around 1 pm on Monday.CCTV footage revealed two of the men pouring fuel on the kitten before igniting it.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli's son is one of six individuals remanded by the MACC to assist in an investigation involving the submission of false documents and claims totaling RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following the MACC's request to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act.Sources indicate that among the detained are two civil servants from the MB’s Office and the State Secretary's Office, alongside contractors and company owners.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are on the hunt for three men suspected of setting a kitten on fire at a motorcycle parking area in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang.Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan confirmed that the disturbing incident was captured on CCTV cameras.According to Hassan, a 63-year-old woman filed a police report, stating that the incident occurred around 1 pm on Monday.CCTV footage revealed two of the men pouring fuel on the kitten before igniting it.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Perlis MB’s son nabbed by MACC, cops hunt Kajang ‘pyromaniacs’ in kitten incident

[KiniNews] Two naval helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session at the Royal Malaysian Navy stadium in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to the navy, all 10 people on board the two aircraft were killed in the incident during a flyover training for the 90th Naval Day celebration, at 9.32am.The collision involved a Eurocopter Fennec and an AgustaWestland AW139 Maritime Operations Helicopter. Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard a bold assertion from Najib Abdul Razak's lead defence counsel, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, stating that the 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib are "all wrong."During today's RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial, Shafee raised concerns about the legality of the charges, comprising four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Two naval helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session at the Royal Malaysian Navy stadium in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to the navy, all 10 people on board the two aircraft were killed in the incident during a flyover training for the 90th Naval Day celebration, at 9.32am.The collision involved a Eurocopter Fennec and an AgustaWestland AW139 Maritime Operations Helicopter. Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard a bold assertion from Najib Abdul Razak's lead defence counsel, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, stating that the 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib are "all wrong."During today's RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial, Shafee raised concerns about the legality of the charges, comprising four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 10 killed in naval chopper collision, Najib’s defence challenges legality of 1MDB charges

[KiniNews] Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind.”Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kamil said the PN chairperson failed to comprehend the functions of the Pardons Board with regard to the debate over the prospect of jailed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak being placed under house arrest.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind.”Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kamil said the PN chairperson failed to comprehend the functions of the Pardons Board with regard to the debate over the prospect of jailed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak being placed under house arrest.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar's govt won't ruffle royal feathers, says PM's aide; 'PKR morally dead' -Surendran

[KiniNews] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit to back former premier Najib Abdul Razak's bid to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest was made in the former’s capacity as Umno president, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He stressed that the government would not intervene in the decisions of the Pardons Board, adding that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's rulings during the board meeting were final and could not be challenged."We remain steadfast that all decisions involving the Malay rulers cannot be challenged. I do not wish to comment further as this has been our (the government's) principle since independence," Anwar told reporters after attending Friday prayers at a mosque in Kajang this afternoon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has slammed the government for announcing an allocation of RM5.21 million for Hulu Selangor residents, including projects at Kuala Kubu Baharu, ahead of a by-election there.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit to back former premier Najib Abdul Razak's bid to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest was made in the former’s capacity as Umno president, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He stressed that the government would not intervene in the decisions of the Pardons Board, adding that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's rulings during the board meeting were final and could not be challenged."We remain steadfast that all decisions involving the Malay rulers cannot be challenged. I do not wish to comment further as this has been our (the government's) principle since independence," Anwar told reporters after attending Friday prayers at a mosque in Kajang this afternoon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has slammed the government for announcing an allocation of RM5.21 million for Hulu Selangor residents, including projects at Kuala Kubu Baharu, ahead of a by-election there.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Zahid backed Najib's house arrest bid as Umno president, says Anwar; Bersih slams govt

[KiniNews] Bersih has urged all court proceedings involving former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's bid to be held under house arrest to be made public rather than in the chamber.“Since the case involves a high-profile individual, is of public interest, and involves public funds, it needs to be done openly and transparently that is available to the public.“Proceedings of such a high-profile case should be done openly so that the people know its progress,” said Bersih’s steering committee.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a member of Najib Abdul Razak’s legal team took to task criticisms by several quarters about the former prime minister’s house arrest court proceedings, which were held in the chamber, labelling them as misplaced.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee reminded critics that the law mandates that all judicial review leave applications - including Najib’s bid for house arrest - must be held in the judge’s chambers.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Bersih has urged all court proceedings involving former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's bid to be held under house arrest to be made public rather than in the chamber.“Since the case involves a high-profile individual, is of public interest, and involves public funds, it needs to be done openly and transparently that is available to the public.“Proceedings of such a high-profile case should be done openly so that the people know its progress,” said Bersih’s steering committee.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a member of Najib Abdul Razak’s legal team took to task criticisms by several quarters about the former prime minister’s house arrest court proceedings, which were held in the chamber, labelling them as misplaced.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Muhammad Farhan Muhammad Shafee reminded critics that the law mandates that all judicial review leave applications - including Najib’s bid for house arrest - must be held in the judge’s chambers.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: NGOs call for open court proceedings on Najib's pardon; Criticisms misplaced, says lawyer

[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has backed Najib Abdul Razak’s claim of a supplementary royal order for the former prime minister’s remaining jail sentence to be served under house arrest.The Umno president supported Najib’s claim in an affidavit filed at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on April 9.Zahid claimed that on Jan 30 during a meeting in his house at Country Heights, International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz informed him of the addendum order dated Jan 29.Meanwhile, in a separate development, Najib's lead counsel has demanded the government explain why it is allegedly concealing the existence of a royal supplementary order allowing the former premier to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.Muhammad Shafee Abdullah told the media outside the Kuala Lumpur High Court this afternoon that he received no response to the letters he sent to multiple ministers seeking confirmation of the royal addendum, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.__________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has backed Najib Abdul Razak’s claim of a supplementary royal order for the former prime minister’s remaining jail sentence to be served under house arrest.The Umno president supported Najib’s claim in an affidavit filed at the Kuala Lumpur High Court on April 9.Zahid claimed that on Jan 30 during a meeting in his house at Country Heights, International Trade and Investment Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz informed him of the addendum order dated Jan 29.Meanwhile, in a separate development, Najib's lead counsel has demanded the government explain why it is allegedly concealing the existence of a royal supplementary order allowing the former premier to serve the rest of his jail sentence under house arrest.Muhammad Shafee Abdullah told the media outside the Kuala Lumpur High Court this afternoon that he received no response to the letters he sent to multiple ministers seeking confirmation of the royal addendum, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.__________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: House arrest - Zahid backs Najib, Shafee challenges Madani govt

[KiniNews] Police have secured a seven-day remand order against a man suspected of firing shots at his wife at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on April 14.Magistrate Rais Imran Hamid granted the order when Hafizul Hawari was brought before him at the Kota Bharu Magistrate’s Court this morning.Earlier, the 38-year-old arrived at the court complex at about 8.30am, clad in purple lock-up attire and under heavy police guard.Meanwhile, the police have not ruled out the possibility that the suspect intended to flee to Mecca, Saudi Arabia via the Kelantan-Thailand border.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Police have secured a seven-day remand order against a man suspected of firing shots at his wife at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on April 14.Magistrate Rais Imran Hamid granted the order when Hafizul Hawari was brought before him at the Kota Bharu Magistrate’s Court this morning.Earlier, the 38-year-old arrived at the court complex at about 8.30am, clad in purple lock-up attire and under heavy police guard.Meanwhile, the police have not ruled out the possibility that the suspect intended to flee to Mecca, Saudi Arabia via the Kelantan-Thailand border.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: KLIA shooter remanded for 7 days, planned to flee to Mecca

[KiniNews] The man who opened fire at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sunday critically wounding his wife’s bodyguard has been detained in Kelantan.Inspector-General Police Razarudin Husain said the suspect was detained at 3pm in Kota Bharu.At 1.15am on Sunday, Hafizul Marawi fired two shots in KLIA believed to be intended for his wife, who was an umrah agent.The shots hit her bodyguard instead.The 38-year-old suspect then fled the airport, prompting police to launch a manhunt - with his details issued in a wanted poster.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim refuted claims he has neglected the Indian community since he took office.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The man who opened fire at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Sunday critically wounding his wife’s bodyguard has been detained in Kelantan.Inspector-General Police Razarudin Husain said the suspect was detained at 3pm in Kota Bharu.At 1.15am on Sunday, Hafizul Marawi fired two shots in KLIA believed to be intended for his wife, who was an umrah agent.The shots hit her bodyguard instead.The 38-year-old suspect then fled the airport, prompting police to launch a manhunt - with his details issued in a wanted poster.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim refuted claims he has neglected the Indian community since he took office.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: KLIA shooter arrested in Kelantan, Anwar denies neglecting Indians

[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh denied that the boycott campaigns he championed are worsening the economy.Instead, it is because of “stupid” ministers such as Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming that the economy is performing poorly, Akmal said in a statement on Facebook.“Back in Najib Abdul Razak’s time, we did boycott campaigns but the economy still improved.“To the unwise Nga Kor Ming, the economy is deteriorating because there are ministers like you. Stupid!” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, an Israeli man pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today on two charges of trading six firearms and possessing 158 live bullets in a hotel in the capital last month.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh denied that the boycott campaigns he championed are worsening the economy.Instead, it is because of “stupid” ministers such as Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming that the economy is performing poorly, Akmal said in a statement on Facebook.“Back in Najib Abdul Razak’s time, we did boycott campaigns but the economy still improved.“To the unwise Nga Kor Ming, the economy is deteriorating because there are ministers like you. Stupid!” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, an Israeli man pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today on two charges of trading six firearms and possessing 158 live bullets in a hotel in the capital last month.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa