KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his resignation from the Malacca government’s executive council, vowing to fight DAP “till the end”.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau assemblyperson said he was stepping down as state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.“I am brave enough to state that I am resigning to ‘lawan DAP habis-habisan’ (fight DAP till the end),” he said to applause and cheers from the delegates.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden praised Akmal's decision and offered to team up against a common foe.“We will fight DAP together! You’ll never walk alone," he said.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his resignation from the Malacca government’s executive council, vowing to fight DAP “till the end”.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau assemblyperson said he was stepping down as state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.“I am brave enough to state that I am resigning to ‘lawan DAP habis-habisan’ (fight DAP till the end),” he said to applause and cheers from the delegates.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden praised Akmal's decision and offered to team up against a common foe.“We will fight DAP together! You’ll never walk alone," he said.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Akmal quits as Malacca exco to fight DAP till the end; 'We will fight DAP together!' -PAS

Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh today said he respected Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh’s announcement of his resignation from the state executive council.However, Rauf said a decision will only be made after he receives an official letter from Akmal on the matter.

Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh today said he respected Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh’s announcement of his resignation from the state executive council.However, Rauf said a decision will only be made after he receives an official letter from Akmal on the matter.

Rauf respects Akmal's decision, says will wait for official resignation letter

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said he will be meeting with youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh to clarify matters following the Merlimau assemblyperson’s resignation as a Malacca state executive councillor.When asked whether Akmal’s resignation will affect cooperation among parties in government, Zahid said: “I want to know - I will meet him. Who does he want to attack in this matter?”

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today said he will be meeting with youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh to clarify matters following the Merlimau assemblyperson’s resignation as a Malacca state executive councillor.When asked whether Akmal’s resignation will affect cooperation among parties in government, Zahid said: “I want to know - I will meet him. Who does he want to attack in this matter?”

'Who does he want to attack in this matter?' - Zahid to meet Akmal

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, in his maiden return to the wing’s assembly, hinted at a comeback to the party since his sacking three years ago.Met by reporters outside Dewan Merdeka at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Khairy, when quizzed on the matter, repeatedly said, “One step at a time”.“Today I’m back as an observer. InsyaAllah, after this, we’ll do what needs to be done,” he said.

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, in his maiden return to the wing’s assembly, hinted at a comeback to the party since his sacking three years ago.Met by reporters outside Dewan Merdeka at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, Khairy, when quizzed on the matter, repeatedly said, “One step at a time”.“Today I’m back as an observer. InsyaAllah, after this, we’ll do what needs to be done,” he said.

Return to Umno? One step at a time, says Khairy after Umno AGM

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his exit from the Malacca state government’s executive council.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau state assemblyperson said he was stepping down from his role as state executive councillor in charge of rural development, agriculture, and food security.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1277023710926676

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has announced his exit from the Malacca state government’s executive council.Speaking at the Umno Youth assembly, the Merlimau state assemblyperson said he was stepping down from his role as state executive councillor in charge of rural development, agriculture, and food security.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/mediaumnomalaysia/videos/1277023710926676

Akmal announces his resignation as Malacca exco

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan has voiced support for the party’s Youth wing led by Dr Akmal Saleh to continue acting as a “pressure group” and assume the role of a “constructive opposition” within the government.Citing the Jan 3 Umno Youth special convention, Mohamad said, contrary to others, he did not view the gathering Akmal organised as an act of insolence."The role of youth is indeed to be loud and rebellious. The role of youth is to be the emergency bell. Akmal, youth wing, keep up your courage. But be a constructive opposition from within the government,” he said.

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan has voiced support for the party’s Youth wing led by Dr Akmal Saleh to continue acting as a “pressure group” and assume the role of a “constructive opposition” within the government.Citing the Jan 3 Umno Youth special convention, Mohamad said, contrary to others, he did not view the gathering Akmal organised as an act of insolence."The role of youth is indeed to be loud and rebellious. The role of youth is to be the emergency bell. Akmal, youth wing, keep up your courage. But be a constructive opposition from within the government,” he said.

Tok Mat expresses support for Akmal, tells him to continue being courageous

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan warned that political differences left unmanaged and without wisdom could lead to the fall of a government, citing lessons from modern world history.In the context of political cooperation, Mohamad stressed that Umno’s participation in the coalition government does not mean the party will compromise on its core principles.He said this in his speech to open the party’s youth, women, and young women wings general assembly yesterday.

Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan warned that political differences left unmanaged and without wisdom could lead to the fall of a government, citing lessons from modern world history.In the context of political cooperation, Mohamad stressed that Umno’s participation in the coalition government does not mean the party will compromise on its core principles.He said this in his speech to open the party’s youth, women, and young women wings general assembly yesterday.

We will not remain silent if Umno’s red lines are crossed, says Tok Mat

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin was seen at the Umno Youth Annual General Assembly today.He arrived at the World Trade Centre KL with Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Nazri Abdul Aziz.Yesterday, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extended an olive branch to former party leaders, either suspended or sacked, to return to the fold.Zahid invited those wishing to return to attend the AGM as observers.

Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin was seen at the Umno Youth Annual General Assembly today.He arrived at the World Trade Centre KL with Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and Nazri Abdul Aziz.Yesterday, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extended an olive branch to former party leaders, either suspended or sacked, to return to the fold.Zahid invited those wishing to return to attend the AGM as observers.

Khairy attends Umno General Assembly

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] PAS is confident that its political relevance can outlive Umno by far.This was the response of its information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's wish to see PAS dissolve on its own."I am not praying for Umno to be dissolved - because Umno still has its own role and distinct strength, and there are contributions from Umno that are still needed. But when compared with PAS, I believe and am very confident that PAS’ political lifespan will be far longer than Umno's, insya-Allah," said Fadhli.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a PAS leader has cautioned against elevating Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar to the position of Perikatan Nasional chairperson, warning that the move could cost the Islamist party dozens of parliamentary seats.Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad said internal data and analyses suggested the party could lose as many as 37 parliamentary seats if Samsuri were to replace Muhyiddin Yassin as PN chairperson at this stage.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] PAS is confident that its political relevance can outlive Umno by far.This was the response of its information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's wish to see PAS dissolve on its own."I am not praying for Umno to be dissolved - because Umno still has its own role and distinct strength, and there are contributions from Umno that are still needed. But when compared with PAS, I believe and am very confident that PAS’ political lifespan will be far longer than Umno's, insya-Allah," said Fadhli.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a PAS leader has cautioned against elevating Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar to the position of Perikatan Nasional chairperson, warning that the move could cost the Islamist party dozens of parliamentary seats.Sungai Buloh PAS chief Zaharudin Muhammad said internal data and analyses suggested the party could lose as many as 37 parliamentary seats if Samsuri were to replace Muhyiddin Yassin as PN chairperson at this stage.___________________📌 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: PAS hits back at Zahid; PAS leader claims party risks losing seats if Samsuri leads PN

MACC today detained another high-ranking officer of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to assist in investigations into a corruption case involving the uniformed force.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the officer was detained at 11am and is being investigated in accordance with the relevant legal provisions.

MACC today detained another high-ranking officer of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) to assist in investigations into a corruption case involving the uniformed force.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the officer was detained at 11am and is being investigated in accordance with the relevant legal provisions.

Another senior army officer detained by MACC over corruption case

PAS, once seen as a party for rural voters, has expanded its reach to emerge as the biggest political force after the last general election, securing 43 parliamentary seats, while its traditional rival Umno, once regarded as an impregnable fortress, has experienced the opposite.Highlighting Umno’s dwindling fortunes, PAS vice-president Idris Ahmad did the math to remind Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi of the party’s current standing.Idris was responding to Zahid recalling the words of the late PAS spiritual leader Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, who said the Islamist party would dissolve if Umno placed Islam as the foundation of its constitution.

PAS, once seen as a party for rural voters, has expanded its reach to emerge as the biggest political force after the last general election, securing 43 parliamentary seats, while its traditional rival Umno, once regarded as an impregnable fortress, has experienced the opposite.Highlighting Umno’s dwindling fortunes, PAS vice-president Idris Ahmad did the math to remind Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi of the party’s current standing.Idris was responding to Zahid recalling the words of the late PAS spiritual leader Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, who said the Islamist party would dissolve if Umno placed Islam as the foundation of its constitution.

PAS reminds Zahid of Umno’s electoral record

A former Bersih activist has urged the government to withdraw its application to review the Federal Court’s declaration that a provision of the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012 was unconstitutional.Mandeep Singh reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that he was once charged under the PAA for exercising his right to assembly.

A former Bersih activist has urged the government to withdraw its application to review the Federal Court’s declaration that a provision of the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012 was unconstitutional.Mandeep Singh reminded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that he was once charged under the PAA for exercising his right to assembly.

Ex-Bersih activist reminds PM of his own PAA charge

PAS is confident that its political relevance can outlive Umno by far.This was the response of its information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's wish to see PAS dissolve on its own.

PAS is confident that its political relevance can outlive Umno by far.This was the response of its information chief, Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, to Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's wish to see PAS dissolve on its own.

PAS will outlive Umno, says Fadhli in response to Zahid

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has denied claims his party sabotaged PAS in Perlis.“We strongly deny being traitors. No, nothing to do. Bersatu is not involved. Bersatu played no role in sabotaging PAS. There was no such thing,” said Muhyiddin.He told reporters this after a Bersatu Supreme Council meeting last night, where Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah had explained issues surrounding the crisis which saw the removal of former menteri besar Shukri Ramli from PAS.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS has denied claims that it nominated its vice-president, Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, as the next Perikatan Nasional chairperson."It is only a rumour. The PN supreme council has not even held a meeting (on this issue). It will only be decided in the PN meeting," said PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has denied claims his party sabotaged PAS in Perlis.“We strongly deny being traitors. No, nothing to do. Bersatu is not involved. Bersatu played no role in sabotaging PAS. There was no such thing,” said Muhyiddin.He told reporters this after a Bersatu Supreme Council meeting last night, where Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah had explained issues surrounding the crisis which saw the removal of former menteri besar Shukri Ramli from PAS.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS has denied claims that it nominated its vice-president, Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar, as the next Perikatan Nasional chairperson."It is only a rumour. The PN supreme council has not even held a meeting (on this issue). It will only be decided in the PN meeting," said PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.___________________📌 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: Bersatu did not sabotage PAS in Perlis - Muhyiddin; No candidate yet, says Tuan Ibrahim

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden stressed that his party has chosen to “move on” following the recent political crisis in Perlis, while emphasising the importance of focusing on the people’s agenda rather than internal grudges.He said “weapons” should be turned toward Perikatan Nasional’s real enemies, while debates on whether the political crisis in Perlis was an act of betrayal or otherwise were no longer important.

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden stressed that his party has chosen to “move on” following the recent political crisis in Perlis, while emphasising the importance of focusing on the people’s agenda rather than internal grudges.He said “weapons” should be turned toward Perikatan Nasional’s real enemies, while debates on whether the political crisis in Perlis was an act of betrayal or otherwise were no longer important.

PAS has moved on, don't reopen old wounds, says PAS Youth on Perlis crisis

MALAYSIANSKINI | With a full tank of petrol and her faith, Anita Yusof, 58, revved up the engine of her trusty Yamaha FZ150 each day over six years — often at the crack of dawn — as she embarked on her second Global World Ride across seven continents.She returned to Malaysia on Dec 27, 2025, crossing the border into her home state of Johor with mud still clinging to her bike after a narrow escape from flooding in Sumatra during the final leg of her journey in Indonesia.Read the full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765323Report by Alyaa AlhadjriScript: John NgCamera Operator: John Ng, Sharvin SaravananVisual Editor: John Ng

MALAYSIANSKINI | With a full tank of petrol and her faith, Anita Yusof, 58, revved up the engine of her trusty Yamaha FZ150 each day over six years — often at the crack of dawn — as she embarked on her second Global World Ride across seven continents.She returned to Malaysia on Dec 27, 2025, crossing the border into her home state of Johor with mud still clinging to her bike after a narrow escape from flooding in Sumatra during the final leg of her journey in Indonesia.Read the full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/765323Report by Alyaa AlhadjriScript: John NgCamera Operator: John Ng, Sharvin SaravananVisual Editor: John Ng

One bike, seven continents — Anita Yusof travels the world

Mandiri executive director Amir Hariri Abd Hadi questioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to reform after the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) filed a review of the Federal Court’s declaration that a provision of the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012 was unconstitutional.The former Muda secretary-general said that Anwar should stop pretending to care about reforms and imprison protesting activists straightaway, if that is what the premier wants.

Mandiri executive director Amir Hariri Abd Hadi questioned Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to reform after the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) filed a review of the Federal Court’s declaration that a provision of the Peaceful Assembly Act (PAA) 2012 was unconstitutional.The former Muda secretary-general said that Anwar should stop pretending to care about reforms and imprison protesting activists straightaway, if that is what the premier wants.

Activist hits out at PM after AGC applies to review ruling on PAA

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh said he will abide by the decisions made by party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh regarding the positions he currently holds.He said this was because both parties had previously selected him to contest as a Malacca assemblyperson and to serve as the state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh said he will abide by the decisions made by party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Malacca Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh regarding the positions he currently holds.He said this was because both parties had previously selected him to contest as a Malacca assemblyperson and to serve as the state executive councillor for rural development, agriculture and food security.

Akmal to abide by Zahid, Malacca CM's decisions

The Bersatu supreme council has accepted party president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as Perikatan Nasional chairperson.Speaking to reporters at the party’s headquarters in Petaling Jaya last night, Muhyiddin, who chaired a meeting that lasted over four hours, revealed that the matter was discussed at length by all leaders in attendance.

The Bersatu supreme council has accepted party president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as Perikatan Nasional chairperson.Speaking to reporters at the party’s headquarters in Petaling Jaya last night, Muhyiddin, who chaired a meeting that lasted over four hours, revealed that the matter was discussed at length by all leaders in attendance.

Bersatu supreme council accepts Muhyiddin's resignation as PN chief

Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh said the 30 percent salary increase for judges will contribute towards promoting the independence of the judiciary.Earlier during his speech at the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 here today, Wan Ahmad Farid expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the government for the pay adjustment, describing it as both timely and significant.He said this is the first adjustment in a decade and highlighted how judges do not receive annual increments and are precluded from holding other offices or engaging in business.

Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh said the 30 percent salary increase for judges will contribute towards promoting the independence of the judiciary.Earlier during his speech at the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 here today, Wan Ahmad Farid expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the government for the pay adjustment, describing it as both timely and significant.He said this is the first adjustment in a decade and highlighted how judges do not receive annual increments and are precluded from holding other offices or engaging in business.

Pay rise for judiciary reinforces judicial independence, says CJ

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Amid criticism for declaring no further action (NFA) on 47 corruption charges involving Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar today stressed that he did not come to the decision lightly.Speaking to reporters after attending the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Dusuki compared the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision in Zahid’s case with other cases convicted by a lower court but were later reviewed on appeal.Dusuki reiterated that while the High Court had ruled for Zahid to enter his defence, further investigations based on six additional representations found that the case linked to Yayasan Akalbudi has been “diluted”.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a figure close to Muhyiddin Yassin has suggested that now is the right time to allow PAS to lead Perikatan Nasional.Muhyiddin’s former senior private secretary, Marzuki Mohamad, said the move should be made in the interest of PN’s stability, given that PAS is the strongest party in the coalition.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Amid criticism for declaring no further action (NFA) on 47 corruption charges involving Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar today stressed that he did not come to the decision lightly.Speaking to reporters after attending the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Dusuki compared the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision in Zahid’s case with other cases convicted by a lower court but were later reviewed on appeal.Dusuki reiterated that while the High Court had ruled for Zahid to enter his defence, further investigations based on six additional representations found that the case linked to Yayasan Akalbudi has been “diluted”.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a figure close to Muhyiddin Yassin has suggested that now is the right time to allow PAS to lead Perikatan Nasional.Muhyiddin’s former senior private secretary, Marzuki Mohamad, said the move should be made in the interest of PN’s stability, given that PAS is the strongest party in the coalition.___________________📌 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: AG defends NFA on Zahid's case; PAS stronger, should lead PN, says Marzuki

Neither businessperson Albert Tei nor Port Dickson Bersatu chief Badrul Hisham Shaharin is a whistleblower, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said.Azam explained that Tei was involved in the crimes he exposed, while Badrul, popularly known as Chegubard, was a complainant who reported the information he received to the police, leading the MACC to act on the report.

Neither businessperson Albert Tei nor Port Dickson Bersatu chief Badrul Hisham Shaharin is a whistleblower, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said.Azam explained that Tei was involved in the crimes he exposed, while Badrul, popularly known as Chegubard, was a complainant who reported the information he received to the police, leading the MACC to act on the report.

'Not a whistleblower' - Azam clarifies roles of Albert, Chegubard

The study on the need to revive the Pentaksiran Tingkatan Tiga (PT3) and Ujian Pencapaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) examinations will be conducted this year, with the findings to be presented to the cabinet as soon as possible.As such, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek urged all quarters to give the Education Ministry time to comprehensively study the matter, including consulting key stakeholders, especially parents.

The study on the need to revive the Pentaksiran Tingkatan Tiga (PT3) and Ujian Pencapaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) examinations will be conducted this year, with the findings to be presented to the cabinet as soon as possible.As such, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek urged all quarters to give the Education Ministry time to comprehensively study the matter, including consulting key stakeholders, especially parents.

Study on need to revive UPSR, PT3 to be conducted this year – Fadhlina

Amid criticism for declaring no further action (NFA) on 47 corruption charges involving Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar today stressed that he did not come to the decision lightly.Speaking to reporters after attending the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Dusuki compared the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision in Zahid’s case with other cases convicted by a lower court but were later reviewed on appeal.

Amid criticism for declaring no further action (NFA) on 47 corruption charges involving Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar today stressed that he did not come to the decision lightly.Speaking to reporters after attending the Opening of the Legal Year 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Dusuki compared the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision in Zahid’s case with other cases convicted by a lower court but were later reviewed on appeal.

AG defends NFA on Zahid's cases

Two PN component Youth chiefs have voiced resistance to PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s call for coalition leaders to urgently convene a supreme council meeting and reaffirm the appointment of its new chairperson.Speaking to Malaysiakini, MIPP Youth chief Justin Prabakaran said that, contrary to Hadi’s call for an urgent meeting, individual component parties should first be given time to deliberate on the matter following Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as PN chairperson.

Two PN component Youth chiefs have voiced resistance to PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s call for coalition leaders to urgently convene a supreme council meeting and reaffirm the appointment of its new chairperson.Speaking to Malaysiakini, MIPP Youth chief Justin Prabakaran said that, contrary to Hadi’s call for an urgent meeting, individual component parties should first be given time to deliberate on the matter following Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as PN chairperson.

PN Youth chiefs respond to Hadi: Let parties be ready before any urgent PN meeting

The whistleblower at the centre of a corruption scandal has provided Malaysiakini with a brief audio recording of a politician purportedly discussing the bribe he had received to support a project in his state.It is learnt that it is an alleged recording of a state assemblyperson’s discussion with a businessperson regarding the terms of returning the “RM500,000” he had received in exchange for supporting a project in the state.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/725594Note: AI Voiceover

The whistleblower at the centre of a corruption scandal has provided Malaysiakini with a brief audio recording of a politician purportedly discussing the bribe he had received to support a project in his state.It is learnt that it is an alleged recording of a state assemblyperson’s discussion with a businessperson regarding the terms of returning the “RM500,000” he had received in exchange for supporting a project in the state.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/725594Note: AI Voiceover

[EXCLUSIVE] Bribes for YBs: ‘RM500k sahaja' audio clip played for MACC officers