Upko president Ewon Benedick said he resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan to send a firm message that he will not compromise when it comes to Sabah’s rights, particularly the 40 percent revenue entitlement.Ewon said this in response to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke's criticism yesterday, who accused the Upko leader of “playing to the gallery” over the issue.

Upko president Ewon Benedick said he resigned from the cabinet and pulled his party out of Pakatan Harapan to send a firm message that he will not compromise when it comes to Sabah’s rights, particularly the 40 percent revenue entitlement.Ewon said this in response to DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke's criticism yesterday, who accused the Upko leader of “playing to the gallery” over the issue.

No compromise when it comes to 40pct revenue, Ewon tells Loke

Umno Central Committee member Puad Zarkashi has hit out at MIC after its president, SA Vigneswaran, insisted the party will not apologise to Umno. Puad dismissed the idea entirely, saying Umno never asked for an apology — even though Vigneswaran had previously called BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a “liar.” He said MIC owes an apology to the Indian community instead, especially after its poor showing in the last general election.

Umno Central Committee member Puad Zarkashi has hit out at MIC after its president, SA Vigneswaran, insisted the party will not apologise to Umno. Puad dismissed the idea entirely, saying Umno never asked for an apology — even though Vigneswaran had previously called BN chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a “liar.” He said MIC owes an apology to the Indian community instead, especially after its poor showing in the last general election.

MIC’s turmoil driven by leaders unhappy not getting positions - Puad

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has described Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Ewon Benedick’s decision to resign over the 40% special grant issue as more of an attention-seeking move than an act of courage based on principle.Loke said the cabinet had even held a special meeting on Nov 11 specifically to discuss the 40% claim, which he said shows how seriously the matter is being treated.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has described Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister Ewon Benedick’s decision to resign over the 40% special grant issue as more of an attention-seeking move than an act of courage based on principle.Loke said the cabinet had even held a special meeting on Nov 11 specifically to discuss the 40% claim, which he said shows how seriously the matter is being treated.

Ewon’s resignation over 40% Sabah claim was just for attention - Loke

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has dismissed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and his son Nazifuddin’s appeal to postpone a bankruptcy proceeding.The ruling paved the way for the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to proceed with bankruptcy action against the father-son duo, unless they pay their RM1.69 billion and RM37.6 billion in unpaid taxes and penalties.

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has dismissed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and his son Nazifuddin’s appeal to postpone a bankruptcy proceeding.The ruling paved the way for the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) to proceed with bankruptcy action against the father-son duo, unless they pay their RM1.69 billion and RM37.6 billion in unpaid taxes and penalties.

Najib, son fail to delay bankruptcy over RM1.69b in unpaid taxes

Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs, Na’im Mokhtar. This follows his suggestion that Wan Sabrina, a member of the girl group Dolla, could face potential syariah offence charges over her outfit in their latest music video.

Lawyer Latheefa Koya has slammed Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs, Na’im Mokhtar. This follows his suggestion that Wan Sabrina, a member of the girl group Dolla, could face potential syariah offence charges over her outfit in their latest music video.

Latheefa slams minister for threatening Dolla over music video

The Sabah polls are underway and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thrown himself into the mix, personally leading the election machinery for his party, PKR, in the state.While PKR is contesting just a dozen of the 73 seats and claims to have no intention of helming the state government, the stakes are high.

The Sabah polls are underway and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has thrown himself into the mix, personally leading the election machinery for his party, PKR, in the state.While PKR is contesting just a dozen of the 73 seats and claims to have no intention of helming the state government, the stakes are high.

Sabah polls: Anwar’s personal gamble to lift PKR’s weak track record

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The Attorney-General’s Chamber has appealed against parts of the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling dated Oct 17 that ordered the federal government to hold another review with Sabah state’s government.This is regarding the 40 percent special grant as per Article 112D of the Federal Constitution.However, the AGC said it is not appealing Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement and will move forward with negotiations with the Sabah Government as soon as possible.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Albert Tei has called on Sabah voters to weigh their options and reject those implicated in the Sabah mining scandal."If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei during the 'Tangkap Jerung' rally outside the MACC headquarters this morning.___________________📌 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] The Attorney-General’s Chamber has appealed against parts of the Kota Kinabalu High Court’s ruling dated Oct 17 that ordered the federal government to hold another review with Sabah state’s government.This is regarding the 40 percent special grant as per Article 112D of the Federal Constitution.However, the AGC said it is not appealing Sabah’s 40 per cent revenue entitlement and will move forward with negotiations with the Sabah Government as soon as possible.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Albert Tei has called on Sabah voters to weigh their options and reject those implicated in the Sabah mining scandal."If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei during the 'Tangkap Jerung' rally outside the MACC headquarters this morning.___________________📌 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: AGC files appeal against parts of Sabah ruling; Albert tells voters to reject 'sharks'

Visuals of water leaking through the ceiling of KLIA made its round on social media today.Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) later confirmed there were storm-related water leakages affecting several parts of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 this afternoon.MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams were immediately mobilized to manage the situation, with a focus on passenger safety, containment efforts, and protecting electrical systems.

Visuals of water leaking through the ceiling of KLIA made its round on social media today.Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) later confirmed there were storm-related water leakages affecting several parts of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1 this afternoon.MAHB said its engineering, operations, and safety teams were immediately mobilized to manage the situation, with a focus on passenger safety, containment efforts, and protecting electrical systems.

Water leaks from KLIA ceiling amid heavy storm

The court has rejected the police’s remand applications for Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) members and activists protesting the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan.Following the development, PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan told Malaysiakini that the group of 10 individuals are expected to be released today after certain processing works are completed at the Klang police station.However, any sense of reprieve was dampened by the arrest of another nine people today.

The court has rejected the police’s remand applications for Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) members and activists protesting the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan.Following the development, PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan told Malaysiakini that the group of 10 individuals are expected to be released today after certain processing works are completed at the Klang police station.However, any sense of reprieve was dampened by the arrest of another nine people today.

Just as 10 walk free, fresh arrests jolt Kg Papan

Heated discussions of banning Roblox have come up of late, after a recent incident where a nine-year-old boy allegedly slashed his younger brother’s neck after losing points on the platform.The incident has raised questions among parents about how this could happen and what Roblox actually is. Join us as we take a look at the issue.

Heated discussions of banning Roblox have come up of late, after a recent incident where a nine-year-old boy allegedly slashed his younger brother’s neck after losing points on the platform.The incident has raised questions among parents about how this could happen and what Roblox actually is. Join us as we take a look at the issue.

[KINI EXPLAINER] What is Roblox? Should parents be concerned?

The “Tangkap Jerung” rally targeting Sabah caretaker chief minister Hajiji Noor and over a dozen Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining corruption scandal concluded peacefully after about two hours outside the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.Whistleblower Albert Tei fronted the rally of some 100 people, comprising mostly activists and influencers who amplified the call to their social media followers for MACC to act against the incumbent lawmakers.“If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei, who has been charged with offering the bribes.The MACC had previously cleared Hajiji, who is defending his Sulaman seat, of any wrongdoing.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760744

The “Tangkap Jerung” rally targeting Sabah caretaker chief minister Hajiji Noor and over a dozen Sabah assemblypersons implicated in the mining corruption scandal concluded peacefully after about two hours outside the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya today.Whistleblower Albert Tei fronted the rally of some 100 people, comprising mostly activists and influencers who amplified the call to their social media followers for MACC to act against the incumbent lawmakers.“If you want the ‘sharks’ charged, do not vote for them. Because once they lose, they will have no more ‘value’ to be protected,” said Tei, who has been charged with offering the bribes.The MACC had previously cleared Hajiji, who is defending his Sulaman seat, of any wrongdoing.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/760744

Albert joins rally outside MACC HQ, calls on Sabah voters to reject 'sharks'

Warisan’s legal adviser Chin Tek Ming urged Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor the upcoming Sabah polls to ensure no money politics is involved.He also called upon the Election Commission (EC) to enforce stricter transparency on campaign financing and impose immediate penalties on candidates found distributing money or goods.

Warisan’s legal adviser Chin Tek Ming urged Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor the upcoming Sabah polls to ensure no money politics is involved.He also called upon the Election Commission (EC) to enforce stricter transparency on campaign financing and impose immediate penalties on candidates found distributing money or goods.

Warisan urges Bersih to deploy volunteers to monitor Sabah polls

Albert Tei has accused DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng of lacking the courage to confront Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Tei also challenged Lim’s claim that if he had followed the lawmaker’s advice, he might not have been prosecuted because he would have submitted the information on the scandal through proper channels.

Albert Tei has accused DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng of lacking the courage to confront Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Tei also challenged Lim’s claim that if he had followed the lawmaker’s advice, he might not have been prosecuted because he would have submitted the information on the scandal through proper channels.

I don't think you would dare oppose Anwar - Albert responds to Lim Eng

Israeli demolition orders threaten the Bedouin village of Umm al-Kheir in the occupied West Bank, leaving residents in fear. Bulldozers recently targeted nearby Masafer Yatta, where homes like that owned by Sameer Hamamdeh's were razed. Israel deems most Palestinian structures illegal due to permit restrictions, while settlers expand outposts. Despite appeals and a temporary delay, uncertainty looms over forced displacement.*Video provided by DW

Israeli demolition orders threaten the Bedouin village of Umm al-Kheir in the occupied West Bank, leaving residents in fear. Bulldozers recently targeted nearby Masafer Yatta, where homes like that owned by Sameer Hamamdeh's were razed. Israel deems most Palestinian structures illegal due to permit restrictions, while settlers expand outposts. Despite appeals and a temporary delay, uncertainty looms over forced displacement.*Video provided by DW

Israel plans more demolitions in occupied West Bank

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Controversial rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, was released on police bail today.Namewee left the Dang Wangi district police headquarters at around 3.50pm.Kuala Lumpur police chief Fadil Marsus said Namewee will be released on police bail from today until November 26.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police arrested ten more people as Kampung Papan demolition works entered their fourth day.They were arrested under Section 186 of the Penal Code for allegedly obstructing civil servants from doing their duty.___________________📌 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] Controversial rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, was released on police bail today.Namewee left the Dang Wangi district police headquarters at around 3.50pm.Kuala Lumpur police chief Fadil Marsus said Namewee will be released on police bail from today until November 26.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police arrested ten more people as Kampung Papan demolition works entered their fourth day.They were arrested under Section 186 of the Penal Code for allegedly obstructing civil servants from doing their duty.___________________📌 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: Namewee released on 13-day police bail; 10 arrested in Kg Papan for alleged obstruction

The Kedah government's plan to review its rights over Penang is not intended to challenge the Federal Constitution or the state’s sovereignty as claimed by certain parties, said Pokok Sena MP Ahmad Saad.The PAS lawmaker argued that the Kedah government is acting within its constitutional rights.

The Kedah government's plan to review its rights over Penang is not intended to challenge the Federal Constitution or the state’s sovereignty as claimed by certain parties, said Pokok Sena MP Ahmad Saad.The PAS lawmaker argued that the Kedah government is acting within its constitutional rights.

PAS MP: Kedah's plan to review Penang lease not against Constitution

DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng has reminded businessperson Albert Tei that he was the first politician to publicly support him when the Sabah mining scandal was first exposed, implicating more than a dozen Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) politicians, allies of Pakatan Harapan.He was responding to Tei’s claim that DAP had remained silent on the issue while praising PAS and Bersatu for their support.

DAP lawmaker Lim Lip Eng has reminded businessperson Albert Tei that he was the first politician to publicly support him when the Sabah mining scandal was first exposed, implicating more than a dozen Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) politicians, allies of Pakatan Harapan.He was responding to Tei’s claim that DAP had remained silent on the issue while praising PAS and Bersatu for their support.

I want to remind Tei that I was the first politician to support him, says DAP MP

The BN leadership has reportedly asked MIC to postpone any decision regarding the party’s future in the coalition until after the Sabah election on Nov 29.A BN insider told Malaysiakini that leaders from both BN and Pakatan Harapan are concerned that MIC’s move to leave BN could affect their performance in the state polls.

The BN leadership has reportedly asked MIC to postpone any decision regarding the party’s future in the coalition until after the Sabah election on Nov 29.A BN insider told Malaysiakini that leaders from both BN and Pakatan Harapan are concerned that MIC’s move to leave BN could affect their performance in the state polls.

MIC told to keep quiet on 'quit' decision until after Sabah polls, claims source

As Kampung Papan demolition works enter their fourth day, the police arrested ten more people today.The group comprises PSM and Mandiri activists, as well as local residents.The demolition works at Kampung Papan began on Monday and will continue until tomorrow.

As Kampung Papan demolition works enter their fourth day, the police arrested ten more people today.The group comprises PSM and Mandiri activists, as well as local residents.The demolition works at Kampung Papan began on Monday and will continue until tomorrow.

Ten arrested in Kg Papan for alleged obstruction

The federal government will only appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling that claimed Putrajaya and the Sabah government had made major mistakes since 1974, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He told the Dewan Rakyat this morning that this will not affect the ruling over Sabah's entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state."I emphasise, I don't want this to become a political polemic on the question of the 40 percent (revenue rights), because that is not being appealed, but statements that we consider as inconsistent and inaccurate must be appealed," he said.

The federal government will only appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling that claimed Putrajaya and the Sabah government had made major mistakes since 1974, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He told the Dewan Rakyat this morning that this will not affect the ruling over Sabah's entitlement to a 40 percent share of federal revenue collected from the state."I emphasise, I don't want this to become a political polemic on the question of the 40 percent (revenue rights), because that is not being appealed, but statements that we consider as inconsistent and inaccurate must be appealed," he said.

Appeal not over Sabah's 40pct ruling, but court's 'inaccurate' findings, says Anwar

The attorney-general (AG) has determined that an appeal will be filed against High Court verdicts ruling the police and the government responsible for the disappearances of pastor Raymond Koh and activist Amri Che Mat.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed, however, that the appeal should not be viewed as the government taking lightly issues of lives, rights, or freedoms.Some considerations behind the appeal, the minister said, include financial costs and the potential establishment of a precedent for future cases.

The attorney-general (AG) has determined that an appeal will be filed against High Court verdicts ruling the police and the government responsible for the disappearances of pastor Raymond Koh and activist Amri Che Mat.Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed, however, that the appeal should not be viewed as the government taking lightly issues of lives, rights, or freedoms.Some considerations behind the appeal, the minister said, include financial costs and the potential establishment of a precedent for future cases.

AG believes there are grounds to appeal court's verdict on Koh, Amri's cases - Minister

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan, activist M Mythreyar and Kampung Papan residents’ representative M Logesvaran are expected to be released by the police later today.Lawyer Shashi Devan told reporters outside the Klang court today that the court had granted a one-day remand for the three individuals who were detained during the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan, Klang, yesterday.He said

PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan, activist M Mythreyar and Kampung Papan residents’ representative M Logesvaran are expected to be released by the police later today.Lawyer Shashi Devan told reporters outside the Klang court today that the court had granted a one-day remand for the three individuals who were detained during the demolition of homes in Kampung Papan, Klang, yesterday.He said

PSM's Arutchelvan, two others to be released today - lawyer

When Upko announced it was exiting Pakatan Harapan, questions arose on what would happen to the five seats allocated for the party, and whether others in the coalition would swoop in to claim them.Sabah PKR chief Mustapha Sakmud did not respond to initial inquiries from Malaysiakini on Tuesday - the day after Upko announced its departure. However, he inadvertently revealed the party's interests yesterday.

When Upko announced it was exiting Pakatan Harapan, questions arose on what would happen to the five seats allocated for the party, and whether others in the coalition would swoop in to claim them.Sabah PKR chief Mustapha Sakmud did not respond to initial inquiries from Malaysiakini on Tuesday - the day after Upko announced its departure. However, he inadvertently revealed the party's interests yesterday.

Sabah PKR eyeing Upko seats just days after separation

Rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, will be released on police bail today.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar told Malaysiakini that as of now, there are no leads in the police investigation paper that could connect the rapper to the death of a Taiwanese influencer, Hsieh Yu-hsin.

Rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, will be released on police bail today.Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar told Malaysiakini that as of now, there are no leads in the police investigation paper that could connect the rapper to the death of a Taiwanese influencer, Hsieh Yu-hsin.

No evidence linking Namewee to influencer's death, says AG

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).“The outcome was poor. PKR lost all seats, despite previously recording its biggest victory in its history in Malacca during the 2018 general election," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Upko president Ewon Benedick said that the AGC’s decision to appeal against one part of the judge’s verdict in the ruling to restore the 40 percent revenue claim for Sabah felt contradictory.He said the AGC's statement underscored the lack of clarity and commitment he had been questioning from within the government on the issue.___________________📌 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] Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has slammed the party’s strategy for the upcoming Sabah state election after it revealed several candidates known for their party-hopping antics.Rafizi reminded PKR how the party sustained a major loss in the 2021 Malacca state election when they fielded a slew of “calon lompat pasang siap” (political frogs).“The outcome was poor. PKR lost all seats, despite previously recording its biggest victory in its history in Malacca during the 2018 general election," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Upko president Ewon Benedick said that the AGC’s decision to appeal against one part of the judge’s verdict in the ruling to restore the 40 percent revenue claim for Sabah felt contradictory.He said the AGC's statement underscored the lack of clarity and commitment he had been questioning from within the government on the issue.___________________📌 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 didn't learn from Malacca wipeout - Rafizi; Upko cautious over no appeal decision

Gelang Patah will go back to MCA in the next general elections - that's one of several promises Najib Razak made to the Chinese community on Monday in Johor. The caretaker Prime Minister also said he'd shift a Chinese school to the Iskandar area & stressed to the crowd at a dinner in Skudai that Johor would never be the same if they voted in the Opposition.

Najib woos Chinese voters in Johor