[KiniNews] Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy was charged in the Butterworth Sessions Court today on 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving funds belonging to the Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) totalling RM859,131.29.Ramasamy, 76, pleaded not guilty to all the charges before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah.All the 17 charges were framed under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which provides a maximum prison sentence of 20 years with whipping and a fine.Meanwhile, in a separate story, political economist Edmund Terence Gomez said the third contract extension for Azam Baki as MACC chief commissioner under the Madani government reflects badly on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He also lamented how Azam’s contract extension blatantly goes against previous promises made by former opposition figures who have since gained positions in Putrajaya.___________________📌 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 Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy was charged in the Butterworth Sessions Court today on 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving funds belonging to the Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) totalling RM859,131.29.Ramasamy, 76, pleaded not guilty to all the charges before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah.All the 17 charges were framed under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which provides a maximum prison sentence of 20 years with whipping and a fine.Meanwhile, in a separate story, political economist Edmund Terence Gomez said the third contract extension for Azam Baki as MACC chief commissioner under the Madani government reflects badly on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He also lamented how Azam’s contract extension blatantly goes against previous promises made by former opposition figures who have since gained positions in Putrajaya.___________________📌 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: Ramasamy pleads not guilty to CBT charges; Azam's contract extension questioned

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has commented on allegations that PKR practises nepotism.The allegations had came up after Nurul Izzah Anwar decided to contest the deputy president post in the upcoming party polls.

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has commented on allegations that PKR practises nepotism.The allegations had came up after Nurul Izzah Anwar decided to contest the deputy president post in the upcoming party polls.

Tajuddin dismisses nepotism in PKR claims, says Nurul Izzah is contesting post

US President Donald Trump said efforts are ongoing to end the war in Gaza.In his speech at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, he said that they are continuing to work to get the war ended as soon as possible and described the war as a horrible thing that is taking place.

US President Donald Trump said efforts are ongoing to end the war in Gaza.In his speech at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, he said that they are continuing to work to get the war ended as soon as possible and described the war as a horrible thing that is taking place.

'People of Gaza deserve a better future' - Trump

Opposition parties that now find themselves part of the government appear to have “lost their roots” and embraced money politics, said government backbencher Wong Chen.Speaking at an event in Kuala Lumpur, the PKR lawmaker said a “rotten political culture” can be observed in the recent party elections held by certain Pakatan Harapan component members.Wong added that ceramahs are now being held in hotels, with party supporters expecting it and questioned where the money was coming from.

Opposition parties that now find themselves part of the government appear to have “lost their roots” and embraced money politics, said government backbencher Wong Chen.Speaking at an event in Kuala Lumpur, the PKR lawmaker said a “rotten political culture” can be observed in the recent party elections held by certain Pakatan Harapan component members.Wong added that ceramahs are now being held in hotels, with party supporters expecting it and questioned where the money was coming from.

We used to hold ceramahs at coffee shops, now it's at hotels - Wong Chen

A PKR leader has urged Terengganu PAS to deliver the individual who recently made a blunder on the national flag in a party poster to the police.PKR deputy information chief Chua Wei Kiat said the PAS leadership should not be making noise when others make mistakes, while keeping mum when their own makes the same error.

A PKR leader has urged Terengganu PAS to deliver the individual who recently made a blunder on the national flag in a party poster to the police.PKR deputy information chief Chua Wei Kiat said the PAS leadership should not be making noise when others make mistakes, while keeping mum when their own makes the same error.

Flag error: PKR leader tells T'ganu PAS to send responsible party to cops

The lorry driver involved in the crash that killed nine personnel of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) yesterday is on remand for four days from today.The man is being investigated under Section 41 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving and can be punished with imprisonment for a term of not less than two years and not more than 10 years and a fine of up to RM50,000.

The lorry driver involved in the crash that killed nine personnel of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) yesterday is on remand for four days from today.The man is being investigated under Section 41 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving and can be punished with imprisonment for a term of not less than two years and not more than 10 years and a fine of up to RM50,000.

FRU truck crash: Lorry driver remanded for four days

Former Penang deputy chief minister P Ramasamy has been charged with 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) funds.He pleaded not guilty before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah at the Butterworth Sessions Court this morning.

Former Penang deputy chief minister P Ramasamy has been charged with 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB) funds.He pleaded not guilty before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah at the Butterworth Sessions Court this morning.

Ramasamy pleads not guilty to 17 CBT charges

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Moscow today for a four-day official visit, receiving a Guard of Honour upon arrival at Vnukovo-2 Airport at 6.26 pm local time.Anwar was received by Malaysia’s Ambassador to Russia Cheong Loon Lai, while Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko welcomed him on behalf of the Russian government.The official visit, taking place from May 13 to 16, is at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The itinerary includes engagements in Moscow and Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Moscow today for a four-day official visit, receiving a Guard of Honour upon arrival at Vnukovo-2 Airport at 6.26 pm local time.Anwar was received by Malaysia’s Ambassador to Russia Cheong Loon Lai, while Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko welcomed him on behalf of the Russian government.The official visit, taking place from May 13 to 16, is at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The itinerary includes engagements in Moscow and Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan.

Anwar arrives in Moscow for official visit to Russia

[KiniNews] Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has called on his supporters to vote for opponent Nurul Izzah Anwar in the upcoming party central leadership election.Speaking at a ceramah in Kedah last night, he said PKR cannot afford to have Nurul Izzah lose the race as she is party president Anwar Ibrahim’s daughter."If she loses, it will send a message that PKR members reject Anwar. That is why Nurul Izzah must win. She has to," he said.Commenting on this, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he did not see it that way, as “Anwar has his own standing.”Queried on Rafizi’s call for his supporters to vote for Nurul Izzah, Saifuddin described it as a unique approach which only existed in PKR.“Have you seen this in other political parties? It only happens in PKR,” 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] Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has called on his supporters to vote for opponent Nurul Izzah Anwar in the upcoming party central leadership election.Speaking at a ceramah in Kedah last night, he said PKR cannot afford to have Nurul Izzah lose the race as she is party president Anwar Ibrahim’s daughter."If she loses, it will send a message that PKR members reject Anwar. That is why Nurul Izzah must win. She has to," he said.Commenting on this, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he did not see it that way, as “Anwar has his own standing.”Queried on Rafizi’s call for his supporters to vote for Nurul Izzah, Saifuddin described it as a unique approach which only existed in PKR.“Have you seen this in other political parties? It only happens in PKR,” 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: Vote for Nurul Izzah, says Rafizi; 'This is unique, it only happens in PKR' - Saifuddin

A coalition of Malay and Islamic NGOs plans to hold a rally in Kuala Lumpur on May 24 to protest the government’s alleged failure to defend the interests of Malay-Muslims in Malaysia.Coalition secretariat chairperson Syed Hassan Syed Ali said the plan stemmed from the community’s concerns about their purportedly diminishing rights.Syed Hassan stressed that the rally was not political, but any politician who wishes to participate is welcome on the condition that they come in their personal capacity.

A coalition of Malay and Islamic NGOs plans to hold a rally in Kuala Lumpur on May 24 to protest the government’s alleged failure to defend the interests of Malay-Muslims in Malaysia.Coalition secretariat chairperson Syed Hassan Syed Ali said the plan stemmed from the community’s concerns about their purportedly diminishing rights.Syed Hassan stressed that the rally was not political, but any politician who wishes to participate is welcome on the condition that they come in their personal capacity.

Malay-Islamic NGOs to hold rally on May 24

A former PKR secretary-general has dismissed the notion that if Nurul Izzah Anwar fails to become party deputy president, it would mean a rejection of Anwar Ibrahim as party president as well.Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he did not see it that way, as “Anwar has his own standing.”

A former PKR secretary-general has dismissed the notion that if Nurul Izzah Anwar fails to become party deputy president, it would mean a rejection of Anwar Ibrahim as party president as well.Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said he did not see it that way, as “Anwar has his own standing.”

Nurul Izzah losing doesn't mean a rejection of Anwar, says Saifuddin

Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy has confirmed that he will face charges brought by the MACC tomorrow.Ramasamy briefly told Malaysiakini that he had not been informed of the specifics of the charge but believed they were linked to the Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB), which he had previously overseen.

Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy has confirmed that he will face charges brought by the MACC tomorrow.Ramasamy briefly told Malaysiakini that he had not been informed of the specifics of the charge but believed they were linked to the Penang Hindu Endowments Board (PHEB), which he had previously overseen.

MACC to charge Ramasamy tomorrow

Nine people were killed and two critically injured in a collision involving a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) truck and a lorry on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, near Teluk Intan, today.Hilir Perak police chief Bakri Zainal Abidin confirmed the incident when contacted.“At present, the report received indicates nine fatalities, two critically injured, and seven others hurt. A media statement is being prepared,” he said.

Nine people were killed and two critically injured in a collision involving a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) truck and a lorry on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, near Teluk Intan, today.Hilir Perak police chief Bakri Zainal Abidin confirmed the incident when contacted.“At present, the report received indicates nine fatalities, two critically injured, and seven others hurt. A media statement is being prepared,” he said.

FRU truck crash: Nine FRU personnel killed in Teluk Intan accident

Former Selangor executive councillor Teng Chang Khim has described PAS as a “traitor” and said said it should have its “citizenship revoked”, following the party’s mistake in a logo featuring the Jalur Gemilang.“(They) should have their citizenship revoked. Shameful, unforgivable,” he said.On Sunday PAS apologised for what it described as a “technical error” and issued a corrected flag on its logo.

Former Selangor executive councillor Teng Chang Khim has described PAS as a “traitor” and said said it should have its “citizenship revoked”, following the party’s mistake in a logo featuring the Jalur Gemilang.“(They) should have their citizenship revoked. Shameful, unforgivable,” he said.On Sunday PAS apologised for what it described as a “technical error” and issued a corrected flag on its logo.

'Unforgivable' - Ex-S'gor exco hits out at PAS over flag error

In a political harakiri act, incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli last night called on his supporters to vote for opponent Nurul Izzah Anwar in the upcoming party central leadership election.Speaking at a ceramah in Kedah, he said PKR cannot afford to have Nurul Izzah lose the race as she is party president Anwar Ibrahim’s daughter.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/1216262000215485

In a political harakiri act, incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli last night called on his supporters to vote for opponent Nurul Izzah Anwar in the upcoming party central leadership election.Speaking at a ceramah in Kedah, he said PKR cannot afford to have Nurul Izzah lose the race as she is party president Anwar Ibrahim’s daughter.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/1216262000215485

[Full Video] PKR polls - Rafizi explains why Nurul Izzah must win

What triggered the violence on May 13, was it spontaneous? Was it used as an excuse for change and the day that 'democracy died'? Join Dr Kua Kia Soong, Dr Munirah Alatas and Syed Akbar Ali on Straight Talk, a podcast produced by Malaysiakini and KiniTV as they unpack the darkest day in Malaysian history.

What triggered the violence on May 13, was it spontaneous? Was it used as an excuse for change and the day that 'democracy died'? Join Dr Kua Kia Soong, Dr Munirah Alatas and Syed Akbar Ali on Straight Talk, a podcast produced by Malaysiakini and KiniTV as they unpack the darkest day in Malaysian history.

Straight Talk: May 13, the 'death' of democracy? Revisiting M'sia’s darkest day

Former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin said PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar did not just come out of nowhere and has a record of her own, being a three term MP.Khairy said this in a podcast with Shahril Hamdan while commenting the question of her contesting the PKR deputy president post.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR53wVLauVw

Former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin said PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar did not just come out of nowhere and has a record of her own, being a three term MP.Khairy said this in a podcast with Shahril Hamdan while commenting the question of her contesting the PKR deputy president post.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR53wVLauVw

Nurul Izzah is not somebody who just came out of nowhere, says Khairy

[KiniNews] PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar has officially submitted her nomination for the party’s deputy president post, the first candidate to do so today.The Penang PKR chairperson’s nomination ended speculations over her decision, following overwhelming endorsements from various levels of the party.She will be facing incumbent Rafizi Ramli, who was the second candidate to submit his nominations. The nomination period will end at 11.59pm today.Meanwhile, Nurul Izzah has spoken up on the perception of PKR being a “family party.”She said it wasn't a new attack and that regardless of the labels and perceptions thrown at her over the decades, she would continue to serve.___________________📌 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] PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar has officially submitted her nomination for the party’s deputy president post, the first candidate to do so today.The Penang PKR chairperson’s nomination ended speculations over her decision, following overwhelming endorsements from various levels of the party.She will be facing incumbent Rafizi Ramli, who was the second candidate to submit his nominations. The nomination period will end at 11.59pm today.Meanwhile, Nurul Izzah has spoken up on the perception of PKR being a “family party.”She said it wasn't a new attack and that regardless of the labels and perceptions thrown at her over the decades, she would continue to serve.___________________📌 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: Nurul Izzah joins Rafizi in contest for PKR No 2 post, responds to 'family party' claims

Malacca DAP Youth chief Cassel Krishnan mocked Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh over the latter’s vitriol over suggestions for BN and Pakatan Harapan to contest an equal number of seats in the Malacca state election.“When DAP grassroots tabled a motion for coalition government allies to contest an equal number of seats in the state elections, why did Akmal get agitated? Is he afraid that DAP may contest for the Merlimau seat?” Cassel asked.

Malacca DAP Youth chief Cassel Krishnan mocked Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh over the latter’s vitriol over suggestions for BN and Pakatan Harapan to contest an equal number of seats in the Malacca state election.“When DAP grassroots tabled a motion for coalition government allies to contest an equal number of seats in the state elections, why did Akmal get agitated? Is he afraid that DAP may contest for the Merlimau seat?” Cassel asked.

Is Akmal afraid DAP will contest Merlimau seat? - DAP leader

A majority of Indians back former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s pardon bid, according to a Merdeka Center survey.The survey, commissioned by Projek Sama, found that 62.2 percent of Indians surveyed supported Najib’s bid, followed by Muslim bumiputera (50.5 percent) and Malays (43.0 percent).However, a whopping 95 percent of Chinese opposed it, followed by non-Muslim bumiputera at 51 percent.

A majority of Indians back former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s pardon bid, according to a Merdeka Center survey.The survey, commissioned by Projek Sama, found that 62.2 percent of Indians surveyed supported Najib’s bid, followed by Muslim bumiputera (50.5 percent) and Malays (43.0 percent).However, a whopping 95 percent of Chinese opposed it, followed by non-Muslim bumiputera at 51 percent.

Over 60pct Indians back Najib's pardon bid - Survey

PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar has officially submitted her nomination for the party’s deputy president post, the first candidate to do so today.The Penang PKR chairperson’s nomination ended speculations over her decision, following overwhelming endorsements from various levels of the party.Incumbent Rafizi Ramli was the second candidate to submit his nominations.

PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar has officially submitted her nomination for the party’s deputy president post, the first candidate to do so today.The Penang PKR chairperson’s nomination ended speculations over her decision, following overwhelming endorsements from various levels of the party.Incumbent Rafizi Ramli was the second candidate to submit his nominations.

Nurul Izzah, Rafizi enter race for PKR No 2 post

BN and Pakatan Harapan today announced a joint pact to face the upcoming 17th Sabah state election.This was announced by Harapan secretary-general, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, and the unity government secretariat head, Asyraf Wajdi DusukI, who also serves as Umno secretary-general.

BN and Pakatan Harapan today announced a joint pact to face the upcoming 17th Sabah state election.This was announced by Harapan secretary-general, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, and the unity government secretariat head, Asyraf Wajdi DusukI, who also serves as Umno secretary-general.

BN, Harapan to cooperate in upcoming Sabah state polls

Robert Prevost, a cardinal from Chicago was elected as the 267th pope on Thursday.He is the first American ever to ascend to the papacy and has taken on the name Pope Leo XIV.

Robert Prevost, a cardinal from Chicago was elected as the 267th pope on Thursday.He is the first American ever to ascend to the papacy and has taken on the name Pope Leo XIV.

Robert Prevost elected as first American pope

Police investigations have found that at least eight individuals travelling in five vehicles were involved in the abduction of Pamela Ling in Putrajaya on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said the finding was based on a review of closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the area.

Police investigations have found that at least eight individuals travelling in five vehicles were involved in the abduction of Pamela Ling in Putrajaya on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said the finding was based on a review of closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the area.

Eight suspects, five cars involved in Pamela Ling's abduction, says police

[KiniNews] The whistleblower behind the Sabah corruption scandal said that when he chose to expose the videos, some called him courageous while others branded him insane.However, in an interview with former law minister Zaid Ibrahim published on YouTube, the 36-year-old businessperson, identified as Albert, described his actions as an act of desperation.He also lodged a police report for his safety today, expressing fear of suffering the same fate as Pamela Ling, who was kidnapped in broad daylight while on her way to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya.Wearing a face mask to shield his identity, he was accompanied by his lawyer, Latheefa Koya.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have given an update on the Pamela Ling abduction case.In a press conference today, Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa revealed that Ling’s abduction was perpetrated by at least eight individuals in five cars.___________________📌 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 whistleblower behind the Sabah corruption scandal said that when he chose to expose the videos, some called him courageous while others branded him insane.However, in an interview with former law minister Zaid Ibrahim published on YouTube, the 36-year-old businessperson, identified as Albert, described his actions as an act of desperation.He also lodged a police report for his safety today, expressing fear of suffering the same fate as Pamela Ling, who was kidnapped in broad daylight while on her way to the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya.Wearing a face mask to shield his identity, he was accompanied by his lawyer, Latheefa Koya.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have given an update on the Pamela Ling abduction case.In a press conference today, Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa revealed that Ling’s abduction was perpetrated by at least eight individuals in five cars.___________________📌 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: I couldn't breathe, says Sabah whistleblower; Cops give update on Pamela Ling case

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York has gone viral for all the wrong reasons.

Zahid's 'less than eloquent' speech at UN goes viral