Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the United States Embassy in KL to protest the visit of US President Donald Trump to Malaysia for the Asean Summit.The rally, organised by PAS Youth took place after Friday prayers, with participants marching from the Tabung Haji building to the embassy.

Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the United States Embassy in KL to protest the visit of US President Donald Trump to Malaysia for the Asean Summit.The rally, organised by PAS Youth took place after Friday prayers, with participants marching from the Tabung Haji building to the embassy.

Hundreds gather in protest against Trump’s visit

The Universiti Malaya Association of New Youth (Umany) has urgently demanded that campus administrators cease alleged interference in the campus election next month.Leading a group of members for an on-campus protest today, Umany president Tang Yi Ze said such interference not only threatens the achievements of student autonomy but also signals the resurgence of a “pro-establishment” culture within the campus.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758903

The Universiti Malaya Association of New Youth (Umany) has urgently demanded that campus administrators cease alleged interference in the campus election next month.Leading a group of members for an on-campus protest today, Umany president Tang Yi Ze said such interference not only threatens the achievements of student autonomy but also signals the resurgence of a “pro-establishment” culture within the campus.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758903

Campus election: Umany decries alleged threat to student autonomy

Former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad has expressed frustration over the questions posed to him in court, saying they had “nothing to do” with his claims in the RM150 million defamation suit against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.The centenarian told the Shah Alam High Court yesterday that at the rate the defendant’s legal team was going with their line of questioning, he would be dead before the case reached its conclusion.

Former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad has expressed frustration over the questions posed to him in court, saying they had “nothing to do” with his claims in the RM150 million defamation suit against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.The centenarian told the Shah Alam High Court yesterday that at the rate the defendant’s legal team was going with their line of questioning, he would be dead before the case reached its conclusion.

At the rate the case is going, I’ll be dead before it is finished, says Dr M

Every time Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim posts on Facebook, his comment section floods with praise.But a Malaysiakini investigation found that much of it isn’t organic. Behind the scenes, 263 Facebook accounts were working together to boost Anwar’s image - posting thousands of comments, many of them identical.Experts call this 'astroturfing' - when fake grassroots support is manufactured to look real.The video explains how the coordination was detected, why it matters for Malaysia’s democracy, and how similar operations are happening across Southeast Asia.Story, analysis: Koh Jun LinAdditional reporting: B Nantha Kumar, Qistina Nadia DzulkarnainVideo Producer: Azreen MadzlanHost, visual editor: John Ng--Read the full three-part Malaysiakini reports here: Part 1https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756577Part 2https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756652Part 3https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756782

Every time Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim posts on Facebook, his comment section floods with praise.But a Malaysiakini investigation found that much of it isn’t organic. Behind the scenes, 263 Facebook accounts were working together to boost Anwar’s image - posting thousands of comments, many of them identical.Experts call this 'astroturfing' - when fake grassroots support is manufactured to look real.The video explains how the coordination was detected, why it matters for Malaysia’s democracy, and how similar operations are happening across Southeast Asia.Story, analysis: Koh Jun LinAdditional reporting: B Nantha Kumar, Qistina Nadia DzulkarnainVideo Producer: Azreen MadzlanHost, visual editor: John Ng--Read the full three-part Malaysiakini reports here: Part 1https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756577Part 2https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756652Part 3https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/756782

[KINI EXPLAINER] Anwar’s Cheerleaders: Inside Malaysia’s Online Praise Network

The cabinet today decided to maintain existing rules and regulations regarding the serving of alcoholic beverages at Chinese school halls.Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil announced the decision during a post-cabinet meeting press conference in Putrajaya this afternoon.

The cabinet today decided to maintain existing rules and regulations regarding the serving of alcoholic beverages at Chinese school halls.Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil announced the decision during a post-cabinet meeting press conference in Putrajaya this afternoon.

Cabinet decides to keep existing rules, practice on alcohol in school halls

PAS Ulama wing has slammed DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng for mocking the Islamist party's repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines.Its information chief Mohd Nor Hamzah said Lim's sarcastic remark telling PAS to start its own air service company was not only insulting the party but also on Islam's position as the country's official religion.

PAS Ulama wing has slammed DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng for mocking the Islamist party's repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines.Its information chief Mohd Nor Hamzah said Lim's sarcastic remark telling PAS to start its own air service company was not only insulting the party but also on Islam's position as the country's official religion.

Lim's 'PAS Airlines' remark is an insult to party and Islam's position, says PAS Ulama wing

DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng has taken a swipe at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s statement in Parliament that alcohol should not be served in public halls built within school compounds - including those funded by the Chinese community.Lim claimed that Anwar’s remarks had stirred up a hornet’s nest and frustration among Chinese Malaysians, as the move was seen as an unnecessary intrusion into long-standing customs.

DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng has taken a swipe at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s statement in Parliament that alcohol should not be served in public halls built within school compounds - including those funded by the Chinese community.Lim claimed that Anwar’s remarks had stirred up a hornet’s nest and frustration among Chinese Malaysians, as the move was seen as an unnecessary intrusion into long-standing customs.

Anwar stirred up a hornet’s nest, says Guan Eng on school hall alcohol ban

Claims that the Malaysia Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) raided the Rusila mosque in Marang, Terengganu on Sept 19 have been dismissed as a misunderstanding.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the incident involved only six MMEA personnel who stopped to perform asar prayers during a training exercise, and it should not have been misinterpreted.

Claims that the Malaysia Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) raided the Rusila mosque in Marang, Terengganu on Sept 19 have been dismissed as a misunderstanding.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the incident involved only six MMEA personnel who stopped to perform asar prayers during a training exercise, and it should not have been misinterpreted.

Masjid Rusila 'raid' was just a misunderstanding, says Saifuddin

Deputy Dewan Rakyat speaker Ramli Nor has warned PAS' Ahmad Marzuk Shaary (PN-Pengkalan Chepa) not to "cross the line" when speaking on racial issues.Ramli cautioned that he will perform his duty as a deputy speaker to obstruct those who violate the house's guidelines, no matter which side they fall on.This occurred during Marzuk's debate on the Supply Bill when he touched on income inequality and low home ownership rates among the bumiputera community.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758842

Deputy Dewan Rakyat speaker Ramli Nor has warned PAS' Ahmad Marzuk Shaary (PN-Pengkalan Chepa) not to "cross the line" when speaking on racial issues.Ramli cautioned that he will perform his duty as a deputy speaker to obstruct those who violate the house's guidelines, no matter which side they fall on.This occurred during Marzuk's debate on the Supply Bill when he touched on income inequality and low home ownership rates among the bumiputera community.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758842

Deputy speaker warns PAS MP not to 'cross the line' on racial issues

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 47th Asean Summit virtually, as the Deepavali celebrations will still be taking place in the country at that time, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar said he was informed of this during a phone call from Modi last night.Anwar also confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be attending the summit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 47th Asean Summit virtually, as the Deepavali celebrations will still be taking place in the country at that time, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar said he was informed of this during a phone call from Modi last night.Anwar also confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be attending the summit.

Modi to attend Asean Summit virtually, Putin sends DPM in his stead - Anwar

The Dewan Rakyat sitting briefly turned tense today after a DAP lawmaker raised the issue of Pagoh MP Muhyiddin Yassin’s son-in-law, who was reportedly living lavishly in the Middle East.The exchange began when Khoo Poay Tiong (PH–Kota Melaka) interjected during Muhyiddin’s debate on the 2026 Supply Bill, saying he wished to bring up an issue on the topic of poverty.

The Dewan Rakyat sitting briefly turned tense today after a DAP lawmaker raised the issue of Pagoh MP Muhyiddin Yassin’s son-in-law, who was reportedly living lavishly in the Middle East.The exchange began when Khoo Poay Tiong (PH–Kota Melaka) interjected during Muhyiddin’s debate on the 2026 Supply Bill, saying he wished to bring up an issue on the topic of poverty.

Tensions rise in Parliament after DAP MP brings up Muhyiddin's son-in-law

Kota Bharu MP Takiyuddin Hassan raised further suspicions today surrounding an alleged raid-like training exercise by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) at Rusila mosque, Terengganu, last month.Speaking to reporters in Parliament, he cited a suspicious car parked near PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's home.The PAS secretary-general also revealed another screenshot from a video said to be from a full CCTV recording of the incident, which he described as "showing highly suspicious appearances, behaviour, and movements”.

Kota Bharu MP Takiyuddin Hassan raised further suspicions today surrounding an alleged raid-like training exercise by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) at Rusila mosque, Terengganu, last month.Speaking to reporters in Parliament, he cited a suspicious car parked near PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's home.The PAS secretary-general also revealed another screenshot from a video said to be from a full CCTV recording of the incident, which he described as "showing highly suspicious appearances, behaviour, and movements”.

[Full Video] Takiyuddin questions MMEA's 'drill' at Rusila mosque

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his preference is for alcohol not to be served on school grounds.He stressed that this was not to restrict the rights of non-Muslims, but to uphold schools as places of education for children.He was referring to the serving of alcohol at a recent alumni gathering held at St Michael’s Institution in Ipoh.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his preference is for alcohol not to be served on school grounds.He stressed that this was not to restrict the rights of non-Muslims, but to uphold schools as places of education for children.He was referring to the serving of alcohol at a recent alumni gathering held at St Michael’s Institution in Ipoh.

I agree, says Anwar on keeping alcohol off school grounds

Wanted businessperson Adlan Berhan, the son-in-law of Muhyiddin Yassin, is reportedly spending his days on the run in luxury.The New Straits Times said it had received photos showing Adlan in the company of unnamed Middle Eastern dignitaries.Previously, MACC chief Azam Baki said Adlan was in a Middle Eastern country with which Malaysia did not have an extradition treaty.

Wanted businessperson Adlan Berhan, the son-in-law of Muhyiddin Yassin, is reportedly spending his days on the run in luxury.The New Straits Times said it had received photos showing Adlan in the company of unnamed Middle Eastern dignitaries.Previously, MACC chief Azam Baki said Adlan was in a Middle Eastern country with which Malaysia did not have an extradition treaty.

Muhyiddin's wanted son-in-law living luxuriously in Middle East - Report

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli said that, to his knowledge, there was no plan to oust Muhyiddin Yassin as Bersatu president to allow the party to form the government.However, he acknowledged that Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim rarely shares information on such moves.

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli said that, to his knowledge, there was no plan to oust Muhyiddin Yassin as Bersatu president to allow the party to form the government.However, he acknowledged that Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim rarely shares information on such moves.

Rafizi unaware of any plans to oust Muhyiddin as Bersatu chief

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) denied claims that its elite forces had conducted a training exercise at the Rusila Mosque in Marang, Terengganu, on Sept 19.MMEA director-general Rosli Abdullah said the mosque was merely a location for trainees to perform their religious duties prior to accepting their next assignment.

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) denied claims that its elite forces had conducted a training exercise at the Rusila Mosque in Marang, Terengganu, on Sept 19.MMEA director-general Rosli Abdullah said the mosque was merely a location for trainees to perform their religious duties prior to accepting their next assignment.

MMEA denies claims of training held at Marang mosque

United States (US) President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia this Sunday, Oct 26, to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit taking place in the capital.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the president’s attendance was confirmed at last Friday’s Cabinet meeting.

United States (US) President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia this Sunday, Oct 26, to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit taking place in the capital.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the president’s attendance was confirmed at last Friday’s Cabinet meeting.

[Full video] Trump will arrive in Malaysia on Sunday, Oct 26, says Fahmi

A DAP lawmaker has poured cold water on PAS’ repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines, mockingly suggesting that the Islamist party instead start its own air service company.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat today, backbencher Lim Lip Eng (Harapan-Kepong) slammed the “undemocratic” proposal from the opposition party, highlighting that the option to consume alcoholic beverages is an individual right afforded to non-Muslims.

A DAP lawmaker has poured cold water on PAS’ repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines, mockingly suggesting that the Islamist party instead start its own air service company.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat today, backbencher Lim Lip Eng (Harapan-Kepong) slammed the “undemocratic” proposal from the opposition party, highlighting that the option to consume alcoholic beverages is an individual right afforded to non-Muslims.

'Start your own airline' - MP hits back at PAS' call to ban alcohol on MAS

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.

'Turun!' - Group hands memorandum on school safety to Fadhlina

The government will be offering up to 70 percent discounts on traffic summonses until the end of this year before enforcing newer and more standardised regulations by the start of 2026, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.Speaking at a press conference in Parliament today, they said the discounts will be available between Nov 1 and Dec 30 this year.The ministers said this is a move to incentivise Malaysians to settle their fines before a new policy under the tagline, “the less you delay, the less you pay,” takes off on Jan 1, 2026.

The government will be offering up to 70 percent discounts on traffic summonses until the end of this year before enforcing newer and more standardised regulations by the start of 2026, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.Speaking at a press conference in Parliament today, they said the discounts will be available between Nov 1 and Dec 30 this year.The ministers said this is a move to incentivise Malaysians to settle their fines before a new policy under the tagline, “the less you delay, the less you pay,” takes off on Jan 1, 2026.

[Full video] Govt offering final discount of up to 70pct on traffic summonses

Putrajaya will decide whether to appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling on Sabah’s 40 percent share of federal revenue after obtaining the advice of the attorney-general, said Anwar Ibrahim.During a special briefing session at the Dewan Rakyat, the prime minister told the house that any decision would be in the best interests of all.

Putrajaya will decide whether to appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling on Sabah’s 40 percent share of federal revenue after obtaining the advice of the attorney-general, said Anwar Ibrahim.During a special briefing session at the Dewan Rakyat, the prime minister told the house that any decision would be in the best interests of all.

Govt to decide next action after AG's advice, says Anwar on Sabah's 40 pct revenue

Another DAP leader has urged Perikatan Nasional parties to publicly state their stance on PAS MP Ahmad Marzuk Shaary’s “seditious provocation”, likening Malaysia’s situation to Palestine.DAP’s Ipoh Timor MP Howard Lee argued that PAS and PN’s leadership as a whole must take immediate and unequivocal action against Marzuk’s remark, which the backbencher labelled as “recklessly seditious, inflammatory, and utterly irresponsible”.

Another DAP leader has urged Perikatan Nasional parties to publicly state their stance on PAS MP Ahmad Marzuk Shaary’s “seditious provocation”, likening Malaysia’s situation to Palestine.DAP’s Ipoh Timor MP Howard Lee argued that PAS and PN’s leadership as a whole must take immediate and unequivocal action against Marzuk’s remark, which the backbencher labelled as “recklessly seditious, inflammatory, and utterly irresponsible”.

PN must take action against PAS MP for M'sia-Palestine remarks - DAP MP

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.The charge under Section 302 of the Penal Code was read out behind closed doors at the Magistrate's Court in Petaling Jaya today.However, the media reported that no plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.The charge under Section 302 of the Penal Code was read out behind closed doors at the Magistrate's Court in Petaling Jaya today.However, the media reported that no plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.

Bandar Utama stabbing case: 14-year-old charged with murder

About 100 traditional fishing boats surrounded and chased away a Petronas survey ship in waters off Ketapang, Madura Island, in Indonesia, last week.Videos on social media showed a group of wooden fishing vessels approaching and encircling the Petronas vessel at about noon on Oct 17.Fisherfolk on board the boats could be seen shouting at the Petronas vessel, Prospero 9, to stop its operations and leave the area immediately.

About 100 traditional fishing boats surrounded and chased away a Petronas survey ship in waters off Ketapang, Madura Island, in Indonesia, last week.Videos on social media showed a group of wooden fishing vessels approaching and encircling the Petronas vessel at about noon on Oct 17.Fisherfolk on board the boats could be seen shouting at the Petronas vessel, Prospero 9, to stop its operations and leave the area immediately.

Indonesian fisherfolk confront and chase off Petronas vessel

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seriously considering attending the 47th Asean Summit, albeit there’s no confirmation so far.Anwar stated that the Russian delegate had only officially confirmed the attendance of its deputy prime minister, while maintaining that Putin had expressed interest towards attending the summit during their August meetup in Beijing.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seriously considering attending the 47th Asean Summit, albeit there’s no confirmation so far.Anwar stated that the Russian delegate had only officially confirmed the attendance of its deputy prime minister, while maintaining that Putin had expressed interest towards attending the summit during their August meetup in Beijing.