[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.He was commenting on the Portland State University’s political science professor’s accusation against local politicians of advocating for a “second Holocaust against the Jews” during a speech at Universiti Malaya on April 23.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.He was commenting on the Portland State University’s political science professor’s accusation against local politicians of advocating for a “second Holocaust against the Jews” during a speech at Universiti Malaya on April 23.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: US-based academic Gilley a 'mediocre scholar', says Anwar; Surendran hits out at Akmal

The Muda-PSM alliance will not be contesting in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.The announcement was made by Muda's acting president Amira Aisya Abd Aziz and PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan at a press conference in Petaling Jaya today.Among the reasons given is that the alliance wants to serve as a check and balance for the community in Kuala Kubu Baharu.Video source:https://fb.watch/rH52JDp1vR/

The Muda-PSM alliance will not be contesting in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.The announcement was made by Muda's acting president Amira Aisya Abd Aziz and PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan at a press conference in Petaling Jaya today.Among the reasons given is that the alliance wants to serve as a check and balance for the community in Kuala Kubu Baharu.Video source:https://fb.watch/rH52JDp1vR/

Muda-PSM will not be contesting in KKB polls

Former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.The lawyer also suggested that Akmal, who is a medical doctor, read the Federal Constitution to hone his knowledge regarding citizenship.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703648

Former MP N Surendran has panned Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over the proposal to make mastery of Bahasa Melayu a prerequisite for obtaining Malaysian citizenship.Terming the proposal as “lacking logic”, he said Malaysian citizenship is determined at birth and depended on the nationalities of the parents.The lawyer also suggested that Akmal, who is a medical doctor, read the Federal Constitution to hone his knowledge regarding citizenship.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703648

Surendran hits out at Akmal over BM mastery prerequisite for citizenship remark

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.Anwar said this to reporters when asked about the matter at the groundbreaking ceremony of the MAB Academy flight simulator this afternoon.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticised US academic Bruce Gilley for his pro-Israel remarks and called him a “mediocre scholar”.“A mediocre scholar who should not have been brought as a visiting professor in the first place,” he said.Anwar said this to reporters when asked about the matter at the groundbreaking ceremony of the MAB Academy flight simulator this afternoon.

Anwar: US-based academic Gilley a 'mediocre scholar'

Bersatu information chief Razali Idris is confident that Indian and Orang Asli voters will cast their ballots for the Perikatan Nasional candidate in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.“More so with Indian voters because it is now pointless for them to pin their hopes on MIC.“The time has come for them to support PN which is committed and vociferous (in championing) the people’s (rights),” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703640

Bersatu information chief Razali Idris is confident that Indian and Orang Asli voters will cast their ballots for the Perikatan Nasional candidate in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.“More so with Indian voters because it is now pointless for them to pin their hopes on MIC.“The time has come for them to support PN which is committed and vociferous (in championing) the people’s (rights),” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703640

PN confident of getting Indian, Orang Asli  votes - Bersatu

Universities should implement screening processes for the programmes they conduct but not to the extent of compromising their autonomy and openness, an expert said.International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) senior lecturer Abu Hafiz Salleh Hudin believes this should be done to avoid controversies, especially involving sensitive issues and national policies.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703656

Universities should implement screening processes for the programmes they conduct but not to the extent of compromising their autonomy and openness, an expert said.International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) senior lecturer Abu Hafiz Salleh Hudin believes this should be done to avoid controversies, especially involving sensitive issues and national policies.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703656

Universities should screen programmes, balance autonomy, says academic

The Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house planned by the Selangor state government in Kuala Kubu Baharu tomorrow evening is an election offence, said Bersih.The electoral reform group questioned the location and timing of the event, given the nomination for the by-election in the state constituency is slated for tomorrow morning.

The Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house planned by the Selangor state government in Kuala Kubu Baharu tomorrow evening is an election offence, said Bersih.The electoral reform group questioned the location and timing of the event, given the nomination for the by-election in the state constituency is slated for tomorrow morning.

Bersih: S'gor govt's Hari Raya open house in KKB violates election laws

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is fine with the MACC prosecuting his son if indeed the latter had been involved in the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.“This (the arrest) is a test that I have to go through now, and if my son is found guilty, then by all means punish him, as I have imparted knowledge and education (to him).“I also advised about such things to my officer. However, I am not persistently worrying about this issue, and I do not have any prejudice against the MACC until they complete their investigations,” said Shukri in his speech at the state legislative assembly sitting in Kangar, Perlis, yesterday.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFQKgLg1MC/

Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is fine with the MACC prosecuting his son if indeed the latter had been involved in the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.“This (the arrest) is a test that I have to go through now, and if my son is found guilty, then by all means punish him, as I have imparted knowledge and education (to him).“I also advised about such things to my officer. However, I am not persistently worrying about this issue, and I do not have any prejudice against the MACC until they complete their investigations,” said Shukri in his speech at the state legislative assembly sitting in Kangar, Perlis, yesterday.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFQKgLg1MC/

Perlis MB: Punish my son if he's guilty

Hulu Selangor Bersatu acting chief Khairul Azhari Saut has been named as Perikatan Nasional’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.The announcement was made by PN chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin during an event held at Bandar Utama Batang Kali in Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor, earlier tonight.

Hulu Selangor Bersatu acting chief Khairul Azhari Saut has been named as Perikatan Nasional’s candidate for the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.The announcement was made by PN chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin during an event held at Bandar Utama Batang Kali in Kuala Kubu Bharu, Selangor, earlier tonight.

PN names Bersatu division chief as KKB candidate

[KiniNews] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: MACC confirms Dr M under investigation; Lokman tells MCA to decide their position in govt

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil expressed his disappointment that Universiti Malaya (UM) invited a foreign academic who had made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.Fahmi said that such incidents should not happen at UM as the university is an institute of higher learning that is the place of study for many of the country's top leaders.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil expressed his disappointment that Universiti Malaya (UM) invited a foreign academic who had made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.Fahmi said that such incidents should not happen at UM as the university is an institute of higher learning that is the place of study for many of the country's top leaders.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

Fahmi disappointed with UM's action of inviting professor who delivered pro-Israel speech

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is tracking down individuals involved in the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to edit photographs to humiliate social media users, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said the move is to enable strict action to be taken and ensure the safety of online users, especially children.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is tracking down individuals involved in the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to edit photographs to humiliate social media users, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said the move is to enable strict action to be taken and ensure the safety of online users, especially children.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

MCMC tracking down individuals misusing AI, says Fahmi

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed a report claiming the government was considering to build a casino in Forest City, Johor.“The casino (idea)…not true…not true...it’s a lie,” he said briefly when met after an open house event jointly held by the Communications and Housing and Local Government Ministries.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed a report claiming the government was considering to build a casino in Forest City, Johor.“The casino (idea)…not true…not true...it’s a lie,” he said briefly when met after an open house event jointly held by the Communications and Housing and Local Government Ministries.

It's not true, says Anwar on claims of a casino licence for Forest City

Universiti Malaya has apologised for the incident involving US-based academic Bruce Gilley, who made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.UM also pledged to improve its procedures and guidelines in vetting individuals it works with in the future.

Universiti Malaya has apologised for the incident involving US-based academic Bruce Gilley, who made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.UM also pledged to improve its procedures and guidelines in vetting individuals it works with in the future.

UM apologises over pro-Israel speech incident

The remand order for the son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been extended until tomorrow to facilitate investigations into a case of producing falsified documents to make RM600,000 in claims since 2022.Four other suspects have also had their remand periods extended until tomorrow, while a civil servant in the State Secretary’s Office who was previously remanded has been released after investigations against him concluded.

The remand order for the son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been extended until tomorrow to facilitate investigations into a case of producing falsified documents to make RM600,000 in claims since 2022.Four other suspects have also had their remand periods extended until tomorrow, while a civil servant in the State Secretary’s Office who was previously remanded has been released after investigations against him concluded.

Court extends remand for 5, including Perlis MB's son

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.“If they (MCA) want to be treated fairly, they must also contribute to strengthening the unity government," he said.

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.“If they (MCA) want to be treated fairly, they must also contribute to strengthening the unity government," he said.

Lokman: MCA has to make a decision on whether they want to continue being part of govt

The Higher Education Ministry has cancelled all programmes and activities involving a US-based academic who made several pro-Israel remarks during a speech at Universiti Malaya (UM).“I have also instructed UM to probe the matter and provide the ministry with details,” said its minister Zambry Abdul Kadir.On April 23, Portland State University’s political science professor Bruce Gilley accused local politicians of advocating for a second Holocaust against the Jews during a speech at UM.

The Higher Education Ministry has cancelled all programmes and activities involving a US-based academic who made several pro-Israel remarks during a speech at Universiti Malaya (UM).“I have also instructed UM to probe the matter and provide the ministry with details,” said its minister Zambry Abdul Kadir.On April 23, Portland State University’s political science professor Bruce Gilley accused local politicians of advocating for a second Holocaust against the Jews during a speech at UM.

MOHE cancels US don’s programmes over pro-Israel speech, orders probe

A defeat in the upcoming by-election would force Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his coalition to return to the drawing board instead of riding on the notion that non-Malays and liberal Malaysians have no other option, said Wong Chin Huat. The political scientist said this notion had also contributed to the government's inaction or slow response to ethno-religious controversies like the one involving KK Mart.

A defeat in the upcoming by-election would force Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his coalition to return to the drawing board instead of riding on the notion that non-Malays and liberal Malaysians have no other option, said Wong Chin Huat. The political scientist said this notion had also contributed to the government's inaction or slow response to ethno-religious controversies like the one involving KK Mart.

Polls defeat will force Anwar, Harapan back to drawing board, says expert

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

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

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

A McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani, Kedah, has become the latest vandalism target by proponents of a boycott campaign against Israel-linked entities.The signboard - announcing an upcoming McDonald’s drive-thru facility at the district - was found spray-painted with the words “Boikot Pembunuh” and “Darah Palestin di tangan kamu”.Police had since received a report and opened an investigation under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief.

A McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani, Kedah, has become the latest vandalism target by proponents of a boycott campaign against Israel-linked entities.The signboard - announcing an upcoming McDonald’s drive-thru facility at the district - was found spray-painted with the words “Boikot Pembunuh” and “Darah Palestin di tangan kamu”.Police had since received a report and opened an investigation under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief.

McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani vandalised

The son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is among six individuals remanded to assist in a MACC investigation linked to the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following a request from the MACC to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.

The son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is among six individuals remanded to assist in a MACC investigation linked to the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following a request from the MACC to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.

Perlis MB's son, 5 others arrested over RM600,000 false claims

Indera Mahkota MP Saifuddin Abdullah has suggested a special parliamentary sitting to oversee the appointment of the Election Committee (EC) chairperson and the implementation of the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA).Saifuddin proposed the special meeting to take place before the June sitting of Dewan Rakyat.“My suggestion is to hold it after the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election,” he said during a forum held at Bersih’s office on Tuesday night.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Indera Mahkota MP Saifuddin Abdullah has suggested a special parliamentary sitting to oversee the appointment of the Election Committee (EC) chairperson and the implementation of the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA).Saifuddin proposed the special meeting to take place before the June sitting of Dewan Rakyat.“My suggestion is to hold it after the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election,” he said during a forum held at Bersih’s office on Tuesday night.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Saifuddin: Govt should hold special Parliament sitting to discuss EC chair appointment

In line with their #Reformasi100percent campaign, electoral watchdog Bersih has released recommendations to amend the Election Offences Act 1954.The report, authored by Asraf Sharafi, New Sin Yew, and Benjamin Wei, proposes amending 19 out of 40 sections, introducing four new sections and sub-sections, and creating four new descriptions for the law.During a briefing about the report, Asraf explained that it was based on engagement conducted between 2019 and 2021 with various agencies, including the election commissioner, Electoral Reform Committee, and political parties, to modernise the law.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

In line with their #Reformasi100percent campaign, electoral watchdog Bersih has released recommendations to amend the Election Offences Act 1954.The report, authored by Asraf Sharafi, New Sin Yew, and Benjamin Wei, proposes amending 19 out of 40 sections, introducing four new sections and sub-sections, and creating four new descriptions for the law.During a briefing about the report, Asraf explained that it was based on engagement conducted between 2019 and 2021 with various agencies, including the election commissioner, Electoral Reform Committee, and political parties, to modernise the law.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Bersih releases reccomendations for fairer polls

MCA president Wee Ka Siong has questioned the need for his party to assist DAP in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election as the latter often insulted them.Taking the matter to TikTok, Wee said that given DAP's long record of insulting his party, he doubted MCA should assist DAP.

MCA president Wee Ka Siong has questioned the need for his party to assist DAP in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election as the latter often insulted them.Taking the matter to TikTok, Wee said that given DAP's long record of insulting his party, he doubted MCA should assist DAP.

Wee: After all the insults, DAP now asking MCA to work together in KKB polls

The suspect in the KLIA shooting case, Hafizul Hawari, 38, claimed trial to seven charges brought against him today. The court did not allow the accused to be bailed for the first three possession charges but allowed bail of RM20,000 for the remaining four charges.The court also allowed the accused to be remanded in Sungai Buloh Prison and set May 23 as the next case management date.

The suspect in the KLIA shooting case, Hafizul Hawari, 38, claimed trial to seven charges brought against him today. The court did not allow the accused to be bailed for the first three possession charges but allowed bail of RM20,000 for the remaining four charges.The court also allowed the accused to be remanded in Sungai Buloh Prison and set May 23 as the next case management date.

KLIA shooter denied bail for firearms possession charge

With five days more to polling day, Pakatan Rakyat has returned to the Han Chiang College field to seek a fresh mandate from thousands of Penangites to rule the state government for another term.

The overwhelming support from the crowd, which swelled to about 50,000 by 9pm when PKR supremo Anwar Ibrahim arrived, was a good indication that support for Pakatan from the non-Malays remains strong.

Anwar to 50,000 supporters: We've had enough, time to 'ubah'!