Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli's full speech at a ceramah in Johor on 20th May 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DrfuyHsDG/

Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli's full speech at a ceramah in Johor on 20th May 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DrfuyHsDG/

[Full Video] Rafizi Ramli's full speech at 'Jelajah Hiruk' in Johor

[KiniNews] With less than 48 hours to go before polling for PKR’s central leadership election, deputy president Rafizi Ramli has unveiled an official “cai” or voting guide for eligible delegates, listing his preferred candidates across key positions in the party.The guide includes candidates aligned with Rafizi’s reformist platform, contesting for positions including vice-president, Youth and Women’s wing posts, and Central Leadership Council seats – directly challenging the faction led by his opponent, vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar.Rafizi said PKR is facing competition from various groups but stressed that the party’s future can only be secured by leaders who have been tested and remain committed to its principles.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari is pouring fuel on the fire engulfing PKR.He said if they can cheat their own leaders to serve an internal agenda, what more the rakyat? Just reject this party in the next general election.He was responding to a Malaysiakini article on former Johor Bahru PKR chief Akmal Nasir lamenting that he was a victim of daylight robbery in the division polls.___________________📌 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] With less than 48 hours to go before polling for PKR’s central leadership election, deputy president Rafizi Ramli has unveiled an official “cai” or voting guide for eligible delegates, listing his preferred candidates across key positions in the party.The guide includes candidates aligned with Rafizi’s reformist platform, contesting for positions including vice-president, Youth and Women’s wing posts, and Central Leadership Council seats – directly challenging the faction led by his opponent, vice-president Nurul Izzah Anwar.Rafizi said PKR is facing competition from various groups but stressed that the party’s future can only be secured by leaders who have been tested and remain committed to its principles.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari is pouring fuel on the fire engulfing PKR.He said if they can cheat their own leaders to serve an internal agenda, what more the rakyat? Just reject this party in the next general election.He was responding to a Malaysiakini article on former Johor Bahru PKR chief Akmal Nasir lamenting that he was a victim of daylight robbery in the division polls.___________________📌 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: Rafizi lists 'cai' ahead of PKR polls; Just reject them in next GE, says Fadhli

Rafizi Ramli took a shot at PKR vice-president candidate R Ramanan last night, questioning the “special treatment” the latter had received, which allowed him to rise quickly through the ranks.Speaking at a ceramah in Johor, Rafizi called upon PKR members to end party president Anwar Ibrahim’s special power to give an exception for any newcomer to contest in party and parliamentary polls.He said this was to prevent PKR from being infiltrated by outsiders.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DrfuyHsDG/

Rafizi Ramli took a shot at PKR vice-president candidate R Ramanan last night, questioning the “special treatment” the latter had received, which allowed him to rise quickly through the ranks.Speaking at a ceramah in Johor, Rafizi called upon PKR members to end party president Anwar Ibrahim’s special power to give an exception for any newcomer to contest in party and parliamentary polls.He said this was to prevent PKR from being infiltrated by outsiders.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DrfuyHsDG/

Rafizi calls for an end to PKR president's powers to grant candidacy exemptions

After more than two months since the unedited videos were handed over to the MACC, the whistleblower’s lawyer has issued a formal letter to its chief commissioner Azam Baki, demanding answers on the status of the probe.“Two months and 10 days have passed since the said video recordings were submitted to the MACC, yet our client has not received any official feedback regarding the progress of the investigation, including the outcome of the forensic report, as repeatedly promised,” said lawyer Mahajoth Singh.

After more than two months since the unedited videos were handed over to the MACC, the whistleblower’s lawyer has issued a formal letter to its chief commissioner Azam Baki, demanding answers on the status of the probe.“Two months and 10 days have passed since the said video recordings were submitted to the MACC, yet our client has not received any official feedback regarding the progress of the investigation, including the outcome of the forensic report, as repeatedly promised,” said lawyer Mahajoth Singh.

Sabah scandal: Whistleblower's lawyer calls for update on forensic report

MCA has filed a report with the MACC urging authorities to investigate allegations of improprieties over the Housing and Local Government Ministry’s MyKiosk project.Led by MCA Youth deputy chief Mike Chong, several other MCA Youth and Beliawanis members are also understood to have submitted a report to the graft busters at its headquarters in Putrajaya today.“This is not a political issue. We’re just asking how much the government has spent in total for the project, were awards given through an open tender process and who is the agency behind the kiosks?" said

MCA has filed a report with the MACC urging authorities to investigate allegations of improprieties over the Housing and Local Government Ministry’s MyKiosk project.Led by MCA Youth deputy chief Mike Chong, several other MCA Youth and Beliawanis members are also understood to have submitted a report to the graft busters at its headquarters in Putrajaya today.“This is not a political issue. We’re just asking how much the government has spent in total for the project, were awards given through an open tender process and who is the agency behind the kiosks?" said

MCA Youth files MACC report, calls for probe on MyKiosk project

PKR election committee chairperson Dr Zaliha Mustafa dismissed allegations by incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli regarding the appointment of a vendor for the party’s election system.In an apparent effort to clear the air over repeated accusations against the party’s election system ahead of its central polls, Zaliha stressed the vendor’s appointment was discussed at the party’s political bureau level and during central leadership council meetings.

PKR election committee chairperson Dr Zaliha Mustafa dismissed allegations by incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli regarding the appointment of a vendor for the party’s election system.In an apparent effort to clear the air over repeated accusations against the party’s election system ahead of its central polls, Zaliha stressed the vendor’s appointment was discussed at the party’s political bureau level and during central leadership council meetings.

Zaliha denies Rafizi's claim on PKR election system vendor

Like many others in the party, PKR’s outgoing Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim initially supported the idea of not contesting the top two posts in the party, but has since switched to endorsing Nurul Izzah.When asked about the shift, Adam explained that Nurul Izzah had sparked a “wave” similar to the one Rafizi had brought during the previous party election.He said it had nothing to do with PKR president Anwar Ibrahim and didn’t know where this idea came from that they supposedly wanted to topple Rafizi Ramli.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/743800

Like many others in the party, PKR’s outgoing Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim initially supported the idea of not contesting the top two posts in the party, but has since switched to endorsing Nurul Izzah.When asked about the shift, Adam explained that Nurul Izzah had sparked a “wave” similar to the one Rafizi had brought during the previous party election.He said it had nothing to do with PKR president Anwar Ibrahim and didn’t know where this idea came from that they supposedly wanted to topple Rafizi Ramli.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/743800

Nurul Izzah brings a wave of momentum to PKR like Rafizi did, says Adam Adli

Dr Mahathir Mohamad believes that former premier Najib Abdul Razak is unlikely to change his ways if he is given another shot at the premiership.He said this when asked for his views on a hypothetical scenario where Najib, who is imprisoned over corruption charges, manages to become prime minister again."If (Najib) does come back, I think he should just apologise and say 'sorry, I made a mistake'," said Mahathir.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/743643

Dr Mahathir Mohamad believes that former premier Najib Abdul Razak is unlikely to change his ways if he is given another shot at the premiership.He said this when asked for his views on a hypothetical scenario where Najib, who is imprisoned over corruption charges, manages to become prime minister again."If (Najib) does come back, I think he should just apologise and say 'sorry, I made a mistake'," said Mahathir.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/743643

Najib wouldn't change if he were prime minister again, says Dr Mahathir

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has accused Putrajaya of failing to adequately exploit Malaysia’s natural resources for the betterment of the rakyat. Mahathir said that while Malaysia boasts plenty of natural resources which can be used by the government to better the people’s well-being, uptake on such initiatives appears to be slow and unpromising.

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has accused Putrajaya of failing to adequately exploit Malaysia’s natural resources for the betterment of the rakyat. Mahathir said that while Malaysia boasts plenty of natural resources which can be used by the government to better the people’s well-being, uptake on such initiatives appears to be slow and unpromising.

Govt has not capitalised on M'sia's natural resources, says Dr M

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has criticised the protest movement opposing the reappointment of MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, saying it is misdirected.He argued that the Sekretariat Undur Azam Baki (Step Down Azam Baki Secretariat) is targeting the wrong individual and should instead channel its ire at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has criticised the protest movement opposing the reappointment of MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, saying it is misdirected.He argued that the Sekretariat Undur Azam Baki (Step Down Azam Baki Secretariat) is targeting the wrong individual and should instead channel its ire at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

The protest should be ‘Undur Anwar’ not 'Undur Azam' - Zaid

A man had a terrifying encounter when his car was attacked by a herd of elephants while driving along KM11 of the East-West Highway from Gerik to Jeli at about 8.15pm last night.Gerik police chief Zulkifli Mahmood said the 38-year-old driver lodged a report at 11.36pm.

A man had a terrifying encounter when his car was attacked by a herd of elephants while driving along KM11 of the East-West Highway from Gerik to Jeli at about 8.15pm last night.Gerik police chief Zulkifli Mahmood said the 38-year-old driver lodged a report at 11.36pm.

Elephants attack car on Perak Highway after driver in car behind honks

[KiniNews] The late Khalid Ibrahim’s former political secretary Faekah Husin has recalled the betrayal her boss endured in the infamous “Kajang Move”.Faekah, however, refuses to dwell on the matter, saying she wants to forget it.Meanwhile, the former political secretary to the late Selangor menteri besar described the current internal attacks against PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli as nothing less than poetic justice.In a separate story, a Bersatu leader has condemned party supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal’s decision to publicly question Bersatu’s ongoing state tour.Bersatu information chief Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz said such queries should have been raised internally, pointing to a WhatsApp group established for supreme council members.___________________📌 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 late Khalid Ibrahim’s former political secretary Faekah Husin has recalled the betrayal her boss endured in the infamous “Kajang Move”.Faekah, however, refuses to dwell on the matter, saying she wants to forget it.Meanwhile, the former political secretary to the late Selangor menteri besar described the current internal attacks against PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli as nothing less than poetic justice.In a separate story, a Bersatu leader has condemned party supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal’s decision to publicly question Bersatu’s ongoing state tour.Bersatu information chief Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz said such queries should have been raised internally, pointing to a WhatsApp group established for supreme council members.___________________📌 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: Khalid Ibrahim's ex-aide speaks on Rafizi's turmoil; Tun Faisal hits out at Wan Fayhsal

Nurul Izzah Anwar has issued a stark warning that internal strife could lead to PKR’s collapse within five to 10 years, urging members to unite and prioritise the party’s survival in the next general election.Regardless of the party polls’ outcome, the deputy president hopeful stressed that members must set aside differences and close ranks.

Nurul Izzah Anwar has issued a stark warning that internal strife could lead to PKR’s collapse within five to 10 years, urging members to unite and prioritise the party’s survival in the next general election.Regardless of the party polls’ outcome, the deputy president hopeful stressed that members must set aside differences and close ranks.

Infighting in PKR will lead to downfall of party - Nurul Izzah

The late Khalid Ibrahim’s former political secretary Faekah Husin recalls the betrayal her boss endured in the infamous “Kajang Move”.Faekah, however, refuses to dwell on the matter, saying she wants to forget it.The former political secretary to the late Selangor menteri besar described the current internal attacks against PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli as nothing less than poetic justice.

The late Khalid Ibrahim’s former political secretary Faekah Husin recalls the betrayal her boss endured in the infamous “Kajang Move”.Faekah, however, refuses to dwell on the matter, saying she wants to forget it.The former political secretary to the late Selangor menteri besar described the current internal attacks against PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli as nothing less than poetic justice.

This is karma, says Khalid Ibrahim's ex-aide on criticism against Rafizi

Covid-19 cases in Thailand surged to 33,030 last week with at least 6,000 infections reported in Bangkok, according to the Thailand Department of Disease Control.The department said the cases, recorded between May 11 and 17, more than doubled from the 16,000 cases reported the previous week.

Covid-19 cases in Thailand surged to 33,030 last week with at least 6,000 infections reported in Bangkok, according to the Thailand Department of Disease Control.The department said the cases, recorded between May 11 and 17, more than doubled from the 16,000 cases reported the previous week.

Covid-19 cases rise in Thailand, over 6,000 infections reported in Bangkok

Selangor police have confirmed that the claims made in a news report by an online portal titled ‘Police Interview Pamela Ling’s Children and Family Friend in Death Investigation’, which went viral on social media, are false.State police chief Hussein Omar Khan said no report had been lodged regarding the alleged discovery of a body at a house in Petaling Jaya, as claimed in the article.

Selangor police have confirmed that the claims made in a news report by an online portal titled ‘Police Interview Pamela Ling’s Children and Family Friend in Death Investigation’, which went viral on social media, are false.State police chief Hussein Omar Khan said no report had been lodged regarding the alleged discovery of a body at a house in Petaling Jaya, as claimed in the article.

Report on Pamela Ling's death is false - S'gor police

Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli’s seemingly aggressive tone in his bid to defend his post has been criticised by a fellow party member for potentially causing more harm than necessary.Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin, one of 11 candidates vying for the four PKR vice-presidency positions, said Rafizi’s campaign strategy thus far has sparked negative perceptions, particularly due to the economy minister publicly airing the party’s internal affairs.

Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli’s seemingly aggressive tone in his bid to defend his post has been criticised by a fellow party member for potentially causing more harm than necessary.Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin, one of 11 candidates vying for the four PKR vice-presidency positions, said Rafizi’s campaign strategy thus far has sparked negative perceptions, particularly due to the economy minister publicly airing the party’s internal affairs.

Rafizi should resolve party-related matters internally, says PKR MP

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim is not worried about the intensity of the party’s current elections, as he believes all its leaders will unite and forgive each other once the election is over.He stressed that all candidates contesting in this election are individuals who have contributed to PKR’s struggle.

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim is not worried about the intensity of the party’s current elections, as he believes all its leaders will unite and forgive each other once the election is over.He stressed that all candidates contesting in this election are individuals who have contributed to PKR’s struggle.

I'm not too worried, says Anwar on intense PKR polls campaign

Just 20 minutes after securing court bail over a crash that killed nine members of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU), lorry driver Rudi Zulkarnain Mat Radi was re-arrested in connection with a separate cattle theft case.Sinar Harian reported that the 45-year-old was detained by officers from the Bagan Datuk district police headquarters at the bail payment counter around 12.20pm today.

Just 20 minutes after securing court bail over a crash that killed nine members of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU), lorry driver Rudi Zulkarnain Mat Radi was re-arrested in connection with a separate cattle theft case.Sinar Harian reported that the 45-year-old was detained by officers from the Bagan Datuk district police headquarters at the bail payment counter around 12.20pm today.

Lorry driver in FRU crash rearrested minutes after bail over cow theft case

[KiniNews] Former two-time prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad intends to abolish punishments on those who speak of 3R (race, religion and royalty) sentiments if he were to assume the role again.Mahathir, who will turn 100 on July 10, said the measure is the "first thing" he will implement if he is given the chance to lead the nation again, as voices critical of his administration should not be silenced."I must know what the people are thinking. If their mouths are kept closed, they might have a bad opinion of you, but you feel that they are okay," he said during a dialogue session at his book launch in Putrajaya today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has taken aim at the leak of a confidential letter he sent to party president Anwar Ibrahim, in which he declined an invitation to officiate the party’s youth and women’s wing congresses.Speaking at the “Jelajah Hiruk” programme in Ipoh last night, Rafizi said the letter was only addressed to two people and questioned how it was leaked.___________________📌 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 two-time prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad intends to abolish punishments on those who speak of 3R (race, religion and royalty) sentiments if he were to assume the role again.Mahathir, who will turn 100 on July 10, said the measure is the "first thing" he will implement if he is given the chance to lead the nation again, as voices critical of his administration should not be silenced."I must know what the people are thinking. If their mouths are kept closed, they might have a bad opinion of you, but you feel that they are okay," he said during a dialogue session at his book launch in Putrajaya today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has taken aim at the leak of a confidential letter he sent to party president Anwar Ibrahim, in which he declined an invitation to officiate the party’s youth and women’s wing congresses.Speaking at the “Jelajah Hiruk” programme in Ipoh last night, Rafizi said the letter was only addressed to two people and questioned how it was leaked.___________________📌 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: If I were PM again, I'd abolish 3R, says Dr M; Rafizi slams leak of confidential letter

The Israeli army said troops have begun large scale ground operations throughout northern and southern Gaza as part of Operation Gideons Chariots involving active and reserve soldiers.According to reports, the Israeli army said it had mobilized forces to seize strategic areas in the Gaza Strip.It was reported that at least 464 Palestinians were killed in the past week as Israel prepared for its ground invasion.

The Israeli army said troops have begun large scale ground operations throughout northern and southern Gaza as part of Operation Gideons Chariots involving active and reserve soldiers.According to reports, the Israeli army said it had mobilized forces to seize strategic areas in the Gaza Strip.It was reported that at least 464 Palestinians were killed in the past week as Israel prepared for its ground invasion.

Israel begins extensive ground operations in Gaza

While debates have long been part of PKR’s culture, candidates can decide for themselves whether they want to participate, said its incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli.He pointed out that past PKR polls saw not only deputy president candidates, but also contenders for the youth chief post, engaging in debates.

While debates have long been part of PKR’s culture, candidates can decide for themselves whether they want to participate, said its incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli.He pointed out that past PKR polls saw not only deputy president candidates, but also contenders for the youth chief post, engaging in debates.

Debate tradition part of PKR's strength, says Rafizi

PKR incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli has hit out at the use of bots to increase social media likes, saying it reflected badly on the party.Speaking during a ceramah in Perak last night, he called on the party to be careful in recruiting members as there are some who used to work with the previous administrations and use the same strategies.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/PNLal7EabLs

PKR incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli has hit out at the use of bots to increase social media likes, saying it reflected badly on the party.Speaking during a ceramah in Perak last night, he called on the party to be careful in recruiting members as there are some who used to work with the previous administrations and use the same strategies.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/PNLal7EabLs

'We have a PKR division in Vietnam' - Rafizi hits out at use of bots

PKR deputy secretary-general Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan has denied claims that party president Anwar Ibrahim is backing any faction or “cai” in the upcoming party election set to take place from May 21 to 24.Sathia, who is also contesting a vice-president post, said the matter was resolved at a recent central leadership council meeting.

PKR deputy secretary-general Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan has denied claims that party president Anwar Ibrahim is backing any faction or “cai” in the upcoming party election set to take place from May 21 to 24.Sathia, who is also contesting a vice-president post, said the matter was resolved at a recent central leadership council meeting.

Anwar not supporting anyone in PKR polls, there is no 'cai' - PKR deputy sec-gen

PKR Youth has asked the party’s incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli to reconsider his initial decision not to officiate the opening ceremony for the national congress of PKR’s youth and women’s wings on May 22.Confirming that PKR Youth had received a copy of Rafizi’s letter to Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim declining an invitation to officiate the wings' congress, incumbent PKR Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim said the wing is appealing for Rafizi to change his mind.

PKR Youth has asked the party’s incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli to reconsider his initial decision not to officiate the opening ceremony for the national congress of PKR’s youth and women’s wings on May 22.Confirming that PKR Youth had received a copy of Rafizi’s letter to Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim declining an invitation to officiate the wings' congress, incumbent PKR Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim said the wing is appealing for Rafizi to change his mind.

PKR Youth urges Rafizi to officiate PKR Youth, Women's congress

DRB-Hicom group managing director Syed Faisal Albar unveiled the new line-up for the Proton Holdings Bhd (PHB) board of directors, which he continues to head as chairperson.The PHB board members comprise nominees from DRB-Hicom, Shaharul Farez Hassan and Amalanathan Thomas, together with Geely Holding's Daniel Donghui Li and Feng Qing Feng.Syed Faisal said all five are also joined by Geely Holding vice-president of international business Nathan Yu Ning, as well as former Skoda Auto CEO Winfried Vahland as board members of PONSB.

DRB-Hicom group managing director Syed Faisal Albar unveiled the new line-up for the Proton Holdings Bhd (PHB) board of directors, which he continues to head as chairperson. The PHB board members comprise nominees from DRB-Hicom, Shaharul Farez Hassan and Amalanathan Thomas, together with Geely Holding's Daniel Donghui Li and Feng Qing Feng. Syed Faisal said all five are also joined by Geely Holding vice-president of international business Nathan Yu Ning, as well as former Skoda Auto CEO Winfried Vahland as board members of PONSB.

Proton unveils new board of directors