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#KiniNews: Pardon authority to decide Najib house arrest terms- minister; Date set for Malacca polls
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has indicated that a "pihak berkuasa pengampunan" (pardon authority) will determine the terms and restrictions imposed on Najib Abdul Razak when he undergoes house arrest.This includes matters involving visitation and monitoring.Without naming Najib, Saifuddin said the implemen
#KiniNews: DAP lodges MACC report against Zahid; PN accuses Bersatu of seeking to cripple coalition
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Staying true to the political maxim that there are no permanent friends or foes, a DAP lawmaker has lodged a report with the MACC against Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, deepening the fissures between the uneasy allies in the federal government.Kampar MP Chong Zhemin urged the anti-corruption watchdog to sink its teeth into
#KiniNews: 'Say goodbye to dinosaur politics' -Ex-PJ MP; Fadhlina denies claim Irene dragged to hall
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has officially joined Bersama as one of the party’s interim leaders, ahead of its upcoming leadership election.Lee’s move to Bersama comes with the specific responsibility of steering the party’s campaign for the Malacca state election, particularly in building its campaign machinery in
#KiniNews: Lee Chean Chung quits as PJ MP; He hasn’t been involved in party affairs, says Anwar
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PKR's Lee Chean Chung has resigned as MP for Petaling Jaya, citing dissatisfaction with his party over several governance issues.At a press conference today, Lee added that PKR had suspended him for three years on Sept 30.He alleged that the decision was likely motivated by his outspokenness on several state and federal go
#KiniNews: Dr M visits Hasmah's grave; Malacca DAP rules out Harapan-Bersatu pact for state polls
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad left the National Heart Institute (IJN) this morning, where he remains in treatment, to visit the grave of his late wife, Dr Hasmah Ali, at Pusara Negara in Putrajaya.Mahathir, who arrived at 11.05am accompanied by family members, was seen shedding tears as he prayed at the grave and s
#KiniNews: Dr Mahathir admitted to IJN; Ex-Felda DG charged with deceiving board over land transfer
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad was admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) yesterday for observation, said his son Mokhzani.Mokhzani said there was no cause for concern over his father’s condition, adding that the decision to admit him was made to allow him to be monitored following the passing of Dr Hasmah A
#KiniNews: Dr Hasmah laid to rest at Pusara Negara; Political leaders pay final respects
[KiniNews] Dr Hasmah Ali, the wife of former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad, passed away today at the National Heart Institute (IJN) at the age of 100.She was laid to rest Pusara Negara, Putrajaya at 6.20 pm today, with her husband Dr Mahathir Mohamad, their children and family members present.The government had accorded Dr Hasmah with a State Funeral to honour her services and contributions to the c
'I didn't expect her to die' - Dr M; Last day is when Najib goes home, says Loke
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The late Dr Hasmah Ali appeared “quite well” just a day before her passing yesterday, revealed her husband, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.In a video shared on his social media, Mahathir said, “I didn’t expect her to die today (yesterday). She was quite well last night (Sunday).” He said this in a brief conversation
#KiniNews: Najib can’t afford RM50m fine, 'Too much speculation', Rais Yatim claims trial
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Najib Razak’s lawyer Mohamed Shafee Abdullah says the former prime minister does not have enough personal funds to pay the RM50 million fine required under the conditions of his conditional pardon. Shafee also dismissed the growing speculation over how Najib’s house arrest should be implemented, saying house arrest is not an u
#KiniNews: N Sembilan MB says exco members barred from entering offices; PN receives notice from ROS
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The Negeri Sembilan power struggle has taken another dramatic turn, with Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim saying that members of the state executive council have been barred from entering their offices at Wisma Negeri and prevented from carrying out their official duties.Ismail said he had been informed of the directive but was unaw
#KiniNews: Anwar defends Loke, DAP; MB, exco meeting with Tunku Nadzaruddin cancelled
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he will meet Transport Minister Anthony Loke to hear his explanation for the planned resignation from the cabinet, and would ask him to rescind the decision.Anwar acknowledged that DAP’s longstanding stance against corruption has made it difficult to deal with the Pardons Board’s decision to c
#KiniNews: Groups seek release of minutes on Najib’s house arrest; Malacca assembly to be dissolved
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Thirty-seven organisations and 385 individuals are calling for the minutes of the Federal Territories Pardons Board meeting that paved the way for former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest to be made public.They are calling for the full meeting minutes, including the recorded justifications behind the board’s deci
#KiniNews: Umno hopes courts will release Najib's frozen assets; DAP CEC decision is final - Yeoh
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Umno is hoping that the court would consider unfreezing former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s assets to settle the RM50 million fine.Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki told reporterst that the party hopes the court will take this matter into consideration.Yesterday, lawyer Shafee Abdullah said that a “significant p
#KiniNews: Muhyiddin cleared of four Jana Wibawa charges, PAS wants bigger Malay-unity alliance
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin has been acquitted of four charges involving RM200 million linked to Bukhary Equity and the Jana Wibawa programme.The High Court granted a full acquittal after prosecutors applied for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal, or DNAA, saying they n
#KiniNews: DAP fires back at Zahid!, Jamil Khir claims trial over RM860m Tabung Haji funds
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to convene a Pakatan Harapan presidential council meeting following recent remarks by Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.In Penang, DAP adviser Lim Guan Eng urged the state government to “close the door” on Umno a
Azeez charged over RM193.5m deal, N9 MB admits signing royal ouster document
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Former Tabung Haji chairman Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has been charged with abusing his position and pleaded not guilty. He is accused of using his position as TH chairman to secure a corporate appointment and influence a proposed RM193.5 million investment in Putrajaya Perdana, in which h
Anwar highlights cabinet consensus; Cops probing Hadi's US conspiracy remarks
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is happy with how his cabinet is performing and dismissed any talk about there being a rift in Putrajaya.This is despite allegations of tensions between him and Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, as well as the Anwar-led Finance Ministry releasing unflattering data about how Zahid has manage
No rift between Harapan and Umno in cabinet- PKR veep; All is well with Anwar, says Zahid
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PKR vice-president Chang Lih Kang has downplayed reported brewing tension between Pakatan Harapan and BN ministers, which allegedly led to shorter recent cabinet meetings.The science, technology and innovation minister told reporters that there have been no changes to the parties' relationship, nor was there any 'pergo
Early GE16? Anwar responds; Guan Eng calls for action against Zahid for overspending
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that calls for an earlier general election will be considered.However, he added that the government's immediate focus is on efforts to revive the economy, improve the people’s well-being, and combat corruption and abuse of power.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former finance minister Lim G
Rayer urges AG to revisit Zahid's case; Asyraf says will only resign if Zahid asks
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] DAP’s RSN Rayer urged the attorney-general to review the discontinuation of Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s 47 corruption charges.The charges involved funds from Yayasan Akalbudi, a foundation chaired by Zahid.Rayer questioned why prosecution against the BN chairperson was discontinued following the government’s renewed cr
Jamil Khir remanded five days to assist TH RCI probe; Release Azam probe report - Rafizi
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former religious affairs minister Jamil Khir Baharom has been remanded for five days to assist in an MACC investigation linked to the Tabung Haji royal commission of inquiry, according to his lawyer Hamidi Noh.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya after the remand proceedings today, Hamidi said Jamil was being investigated under
Saravanan rejects 'wild accusations'; Anwar to refer letter to authorities
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former human resources minister M Saravanan pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court this morning to three counts of receiving RM1,097,000 in bribes to approve foreign worker quotas for a company in 2022.In a press conference after the court proceedings, he hit out at his detractors, whom he accused of bringing th
Ismail Sabri charged with failing to declare assets; Saravanan to face charges tomorrow
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has claimed trial at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court this morning to a charge of not disclosing millions in assets, including five 1kg gold bars, one 100g silver bar and one 5g 999 gold coin, to MACC last year.The Umno leader pleaded not guilty to the charge before judge Suzana Hussin.
Sanusi warns Anwar on gambling issue, Ismail Sabri to be charged tomorrow
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor says the decision on whether gambling activities can continue in Kedah now rests with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, following the Federal Court’s rejection of the state’s bid to challenge a ruling on gambling licences.Sanusi warned that Kedah re
PKR must own up to unrealistic promises, Indira’s loses RM100m suit
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] PKR and Pakatan Harapan once promised a “new dawn” for Malaysia, with sweeping reforms at the heart of their agenda.But with many promises still unmet, former PKR deputy president Chua Tian Chang says the party must acknowledge that some pledges were overly ambitious — and that admitting
Hadi gives up PN’s Malacca advantage?, Ex-TH CEO remanded seven days
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang says Perikatan Nasional could win more seats than Barisan Nasional in Malacca, but is willing to give up that advantage for the sake of Malay-Muslim unity and an electoral pact.In another development, the Tabung Haji RCI probe just moved closer to the top —
One China policy is not new, says Anwar; Rocky’s owner, volunteer plead not guilty
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's stance on the One China policy was merely retained from the time of Abdul Razak Hussein, the second prime minister.Speaking to reporters, he said that his view, as well as Malaysia's position on the policy, remains consistent with that of the United Nations.Mean
Taipei hits back at Anwar over China-Taiwan remarks; DAP's red line not yet defined
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has found himself in the middle of the continued geopolitical dispute between China and Taiwan.This was following his remarks in an interview with Al Jazeera on the One China policy, as well as China’s right to use force.In response, Taiwan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry accused Anwar of making “false”
Give equal funding to MPs, DAP tells PM; Umno has no issue with PAS’ gambling ban agenda
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] DAP is urging Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to fulfil one of Pakatan Harapan’s election pledges and grant equal constituency development funds to all MPs.At present, only government MPs receive the funds, with funding in opposition states handled by government-appointed liaisons. The government has even withdrawn control of fun
Name Umno leaders who opposed funds for PN states - Akmal; Ibrahim Ali responds to PAS
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has challenged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to name the Umno leaders who supposedly objected to Putrajaya allocating funds for Perikatan Nasional-led states.This followed the premier’s remarks during the PKR national congress in Malacca yesterday, where he claimed Umno disagreed with his decisio
Nurul Izzah comments on resignation; Should DAP have ‘exit clause’ if it remains in govt?
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Nurul Izzah Anwar, commenting on her decision to step down from PKR’s number two post, referred to herself as the outgoing deputy president and said she could not “please everyone”.She noted that some viewed her defeat in Permatang Pauh - long regarded as her family’s stronghold - in the 15th general election as unacceptable,
Wong Chen joins Bersama; Rosmah gets conditional stay over RM67m payout to jeweller
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former Subang MP Wong Chen has officially joined Bersama today after 17 years as a PKR member.Speaking at a press conference at Bersama’s party headquarters in Puchong, Wong described his decision to leave PKR and vacate the Subang parliamentary seat as “heartbreaking” but necessary under the anti-party hopping provisions.Mean
Tabung Haji RCI debate - Anwar drubs PN over walkout; No need to waste time, says Hamzah
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who recently underwent surgery, has accused the opposition of neglecting Tabung Haji depositors by refusing to participate in a special Dewan Rakyat debate on the royal commission of inquiry report into the pilgrimage fund.This came after opposition MPs walked out of the Dewan Rakyat when their re
Wong Chen resigns as MP; Hassan claims Nurul Izzah disagreed with how govt handled graft
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PKR lawmaker Wong Chen has resigned as Subang MP, becoming the latest to quit the Dewan Rakyat after former Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli and Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad."On Aug 5, I met with the speaker and handed over my resignation letter as MP, effective Aug 10 at 5pm," he said, referring to Dewan Rakyat speaker
Ismail Sabri undergoes pacemaker procedure; Rodziah disappointed with Nurul Izzah's move
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The court proceedings against former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, which were scheduled to take place this morning, have been postponed to Aug 27.The postponement came after the Bera MP was admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur last night.Speaking to reporters after visiting Ismail Sabri at IJN,
Zahid dismisses Rais' 'outside interference' claim; Mujahid says TH RCI shows 'sakau'
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has dismissed claims of “outside interference” in the appointment of the Negeri Sembilan menteri besar as the “senility” of someone who does not understand political realities.In an apparent swipe at Parti Wawasan Negara chairperson Rais Yatim, who questioned Juasseh assemblyperson Ismail Lasi
Khairy says Umno must own up to TH governance weaknesses; BN to hold briefing on report
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Umno must acknowledge weaknesses in the governance of Tabung Haji during the BN administration as highlighted in the royal commission of inquiry report on the agency, said former party youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin.Khairy said he understood why several Umno leaders had pushed back against the RCI findings, including denying an
Umno fears ending ties with Harapan - Puad; Loke recounts ‘toughest’ fight
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Former Umno leader Puad Zarkashi claimed that Umno is afraid to end ties with Pakatan Harapan at the federal level, adding that the nationalist party is not ready to lose its cabinet posts.This came after Umno information chief Azalina Othman Said reportedly said the pact between BN and Perikatan Nasional for the Negeri Sembil
Wong Chen delivers stinging rebuke of Harapan; Don't rush GE16, PKR MP tells Anwar
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] A PKR lawmaker has launched a scathing critique of Pakatan Harapan’s defeat in Negeri Sembilan, which is the coalition’s third electoral setback since the Sabah polls in November last year.Subang MP Wong Chen did not mince his words, blaming the defeat on what he described as Harapan’s willingness to compromise its principles
Rafizi says Tabung Haji RC cleared his name; No censorship, report released in full - PM
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has claimed vindication following the release of a royal commission of inquiry’s report on Tabung Haji, which he said has cleared his name of slander propagated by his political opponents.Rafizi also recalled how from as early as March 2016, he had highlighted in Parliament issues affecting Tabung Haji, before goi
Tabung Haji RCI - Akmal wants proof Umno 'sakau-ed'; RCI takes centre stage at PH ceramah
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has highlighted how the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry does not identify any Umno leader as having misappropriated funds. “So who are the Umno politicians involved and said to have ‘sakau’ (stolen) Tabung Haji funds?” he asked.He said the RCI report instead finds fault with the haj fund
Govt to reveal Tabung Haji RCI report; Umno has nothing to hide, says Ismail Sabri
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The cabinet has agreed to declassify the Tabung Haji royal commission of inquiry report, which will also be released today.It also agreed that investigations by authorities pursuant to the report will resume immediately and that anyone found to have violated the law will be brought to justice.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Is
Cops to summon Sanusi, Rembau Umno man; Each PN party has its own 'style' - Saifuddin
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Police have confirmed they will summon Perikatan Nasional election director Sanusi Nor and Rembau Umno information chief Shukri Shamsuddin over separate remarks made while campaigning for the Negeri Sembilan polls.State police chief Alzafny Ahmad said police had initiated an investigation under Section 505(b) of the Penal Code
Don’t drag royals into election campaigns!, Electoral math favours BN-PN?
Antara paparan Sekilas Fakta 27 Julai 2026 :1. PRN N9: Ong Kian Ming ramal BN-PN menang 23 ke 25 kerusi2. Langkah 'berani mati' Aminuddin dipersoal, pengundi Linggi masih setia BN3.Tuduh saya bagi duit untuk kacau isu Undang? Tak masuk akal! - Loke4. Istana NS tegur parti politik! Jangan heret institusi diraja dalam kempen PRN5. Sibuk tuduh PAS 'ratib' DAP! PH perlu cermin kelemaha
Anwar explains delay in Tabung Haji RCI report release; US summons M'sian envoy
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The royal commission of inquiry (RCI) report on Lembaga Tabung Haji was not released three years ago because the government wanted to avoid undermining public confidence in the pilgrims’ fund board, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said publishing the report at the time could have triggered panic among depositors,
Perikatan Barisan Nasional? Zahid responds; M’sia stands firm on Israel entry ban - Anwar
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Several Umno leaders have expressed reservations over the “Perikatan Barisan Nasional” (PBN) term proposed by Parti Wawasan Negara president Hamzah Zainudin to describe the cooperation between Perikatan Nasional and BN.When asked about it today, Umno president and BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today highlighted that no off
All smiles at cabinet meeting despite tensions; Network School shuttered temporarily
[KiniNews] Rising tensions between Pakatan Harapan and BN due to the latter's partnership with Perikatan Nasional in the Negeri Sembilan polls appear to have been suppressed when ministers gathered for a cabinet meeting in Putrajaya today.Photos posted by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on social media showed ministers, including Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, in a jovial mood before t
eFishery issue - PAS Youth wants Anwar to resign; Hassan says he is in 'danger zone'
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The controversy surrounding the Retirement Fund (Incorporated)(KWAP) investment in eFishery has escalated, with PAS Youth demanding that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim resign as finance minister over the RM163.4 million loss.Its chief, Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden, said the issue was not merely an investment matter, but involved
'Reformasi' spirit looking for new home, says PJ MP; Review ties with BN- S'gor PKR Youth
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PKR's Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has shared his thoughts on reform in Pakatan Harapan and hinted that Parti Bersama Malaysia could be a new “home” for such ideals.He said this while confirming that he attended an appreciation event for Johor state election volunteers at the Bersama headquarters in Puchong yesterday.H
Bersatu to move on - Muhyiddin hits back at Samsuri; DAP not quitting Harapan, says Loke
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] After months of escalating tensions with ally PAS, Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin today hinted that his party could be on its way out of Perikatan Nasional (PN).Despite wishing PN "all the best", Muhyiddin criticised coalition chairperson Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar for unilaterally entering into an electoral pact with
Loke vows to fight against those who withdrew support; Akmal responds to calls to quit
[KiniNews] DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has labelled the Negeri Sembilan Umno leadership as traitors and rebels against the constitutional monarchy system in the state.Although he did not explicitly name the party or individuals, he claimed the Negeri Sembilan coalition government leadership should have come together to weather a crisis.However, he said some quarters chose to stab them in th
DAP quits Malacca govt, asks Akmal about his pledge; People's prayers answered - Akmal
[KiniNews] DAP’s four Malacca assemblypersons have announced their resignations from the state government, honouring their pledge to step down if the state constitution was amended to allow for appointed assembly members.Earlier, the Malacca State Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 was passed in the legislature by a show of hands, with 23 assembly members voting in favour and five against.Malacca
Zahid says no to Umno-PAS pact in N9, Syed Saddiq remains a free man
KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi denied that the party has reached any deal with PAS ahead of the Negeri Sembilan state election. He said discussions between the two parties were only informal, with no seat negotiations finalised despite PAS President Abdul Hadi Awang claiming talks wer
Helmetless riders, including Harapan members, to be fined - Loke; Two-thirds win for BN?
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Transport Minister Anthony Loke has instructed the Road Transport Department (RTD) to issue summonses against politicians and election workers who rode motorcycles without helmets during a recent convoy.The order came after mounting online criticism against him following a viral video clip showing a Pakatan Harapan leader and
Rosmah demands action against Nga, PAS to back Umno for Johor MB
[KiniNews] Rosmah Mansor, the wife of former prime minister Najib Razak has criticised Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming over an AI-generated graphic featuring her image, calling it “cheap propaganda” and an attempt to mislead voters.The graphic, shared on Nga’s official X account, appeared to show Rosmah urging Johor voters to return home and vote ahead of polling day. Meanwhile,
Govt can't disclose Azam's shareholdings records; DAP accused of double standards
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said said any list of former MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s shares cannot be publicly disclosed.She told Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung that the data is part of investigation documents, while personal information and asset declarat
Elections can't free anyone, says Azalina; Shamsul's campaign video draws backlash
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said has stressed that elections cannot be used to secure the release of anyone serving a prison sentence.The Umno information chief was referring to former premier Najib Abdul Razak, who is imprisoned over 1MDB-related convictions.She sa
Malay rights threatened by corrupt Malays, PM's aide tells KJ; BN projected to win Johor?
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The political secretary to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised Khairy Jamaluddin for alleging that caretaker Negeri Sembilan menteri besar Aminuddin Harun had failed to safeguard the interests of the Malay-Muslim community in the state.Kamil Abdul Munim reminded Khairy that voting for Umno is not a guarantee that Malay
Azam's tenure as NFCC adviser expires in 2027; Ex-DAP MP projects defeat for Harapan
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The National Financial Crime Prevention Centre (NFCC) today clarified that former MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki was present at the centre's advisory board meeting on June 30 as he remains a legitimate member.NFCC director-general Shamsun Baharin Jamil said Azam was appointed as an NFCC advisory board member by the Yang
Who's Shaping Your Feed? | Inside Southeast Asia's Information War | Explain Sikit EP29
Who shapes what you see online? Is foreign information manipulation only about bots and fake news - or is the reality far more complex?In this episode of Explain Sikit, we bring together three investigative journalists from across Southeast Asia to explore how foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) is evolving in the region. From media narratives and geopolitical influence to cyb
Hamzah questions Azam's appointment as NFCC adviser; Trump to pardon Low on US' birthday?
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin has questioned the government’s justification for appointing former MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki as an adviser to the National Financial Crime Centre (NFCC).Hamzah, who is also the Larut MP, argued that the appointment was questionable when issues involving Azam remain under scrutiny.“On
Five PKR MPs seek disclosure of Azam probe findings; Marina explains exit from politics
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Five PKR MPs have urged the government to disclose all findings from investigations into former MACC chief Azam Baki’s shareholdings.Subang MP Wong Chen said that two investigations have taken place on the issue, but none of the findings has been made public.He argued that this should be remedied either through full public dis
Syed Saddiq respects court's decision; Bersama unveils 'service pledge' for Johor polls
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman would have to wait for about two more weeks to learn of his fate over his criminal breach of trust, money laundering and funds misappropriation charges as the Federal Court postponed today’s proceedings.Court of Appeal president Abu Bakar Jais, who appeared on the bench alone this morning,
Rafizi hails kancil candidate for raising pig issue; Syed Saddiq case: Decision tomorrow
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Parti Bersama Malaysia co-leader Rafizi Ramli has lauded his party's candidate, Boo Wei Han, for raising tough issues that actually matter to constituents.This is after Boo, in his speech, went on a brief tangent about backlash against pig farming.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman will l
PAS won't help campaign for Bersatu in Johor; It's about the selection process - Puad
[KiniNews] PAS insists that the party’s machinery will not be mobilised to help Bersatu campaign in the 16th Johor election.Its president Abdul Hadi Awang said the two parties will use separate machinery and different campaign strategies, even though they will use the Perikatan Nasional logo for the election on July 11.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkash
Puad Zarkashi quits Umno, Onn Hafiz denies claims; Asyraf hits back at Puad
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi has quit the party over alleged royal interference in party matters, including alleged interference with the upcoming Johor polls.In response, Onn denied Puad's claims that the palace had instructed him to dissolve the legislature.He said that what he had informed Puad was that the
PN concludes negotiations on overlapping claims in Johor; Puad speaks on Johor Umno
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Perikatan Nasional has concluded its negotiations to resolve overlapping seat claims in the Johor state election, with Bersatu contesting the majority of them.All original component parties of Perikatan Nasional - PAS, Bersatu, Gerakan, and MIPP - have been allocated seats to contest, in addition to their new ally Pejuang, des
Hamzah's party joins PN, no discussions on Bersatu; Conference of Rulers postponed
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Bersatu’s position within Perikatan Nasional remains secure for now, with the coalition’s supreme council meeting last night making no mention of the matter.“We didn’t discuss it,” PN chairperson Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar told a press conference at the PAS headquarters in Kuala Lumpur when asked about Bersatu’s standing in the coa
Bersatu won't die, says Muhyiddin; Hamzah returns as opposition leader
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Bersatu has signalled that it is prepared to be forced out of Perikatan Nasional at the coalition’s meeting tonight.Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin said the party’s commitment to the coalition is unquestionable, but noted that there has been talk that some want to remove Bersatu from the coalition.With a possible axing in m
#KiniNews: Could Zahid shape Malaysia's next government?, PN drops Azmin and Radzi
Three years ago, when Malaysia's first hung Parliament left the country without a clear government, the BN chairperson emerged as the kingmaker who helped decide who would govern.Today, with fresh state elections looming, Zahid is once again at the centre of the political chessboard.Meanwhile Perikatan Nasional is reshuffling its top leadership — with two key Bersatu figures dropped from the c
#kininews : Hamzah stays on as Opposition Leader, State polls first test for PM’s coalition setup?
[KiniNews] Hamzah Zainudin is set to continue as Opposition Leader after Perikatan Nasional chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan confirmed that 61 opposition MPs back his appointment. Meanwhile, KiniTV also looks at the upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, which are shaping up as an early test of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition arrangement and its political stability.
#KiniNews: Bersatu says will use PN logo in state polls; Dr M claims 'feel of fear' in M'sia
[KiniNews] Bersatu will contest the upcoming state elections using the PN logo.Bersatu information chief Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz said that there was no issue with this as the party remains a member of the coalition.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former two-time prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad claimed there is a “feel of fear” in the nation.Without elaborating, he claimed that the nation is “no
#KiniNews: Sack me if you dare, Wong Chen tells PKR; Majority want Hamzah as opposition chief - MP
[KiniNews] Subang MP Wong Chen has challenged PKR to take stronger disciplinary action against him, including expulsion from the party, amid an ongoing disciplinary probe.Wong revealed that he had responded to a show-cause letter issued by PKR but questioned the basis of the action and the professionalism of the party's disciplinary process.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former Bersatu leader
Bersatu’s fate in PN? Up to Gerakan, MIPP, says Hadi; Hadi to launch Reset convention
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang said today that any decision on Bersatu’s status in PN will rest with fellow component parties Gerakan and MIPP.Speaking to reporters in Rusila, Terengganu, Hadi said any move concerning Bersatu’s position in PN following PAS’ decision to break ranks would require majority support from coalition
Bersama not funded by Daim's widow, says Rafizi; Umno backs unity govt until next GE
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Parti Bersama Malaysia co-de facto leader Rafizi Ramli has denied allegations that the party has a megadonor or received funds from Na’imah Abdul Khalid, widow of the late Daim Zainuddin.Instead, he said that the biggest funder of the party, for now, is himself.Besides himself, he said 27,000 Malaysians have also become Bersam
PAS' decision a big blow to Bersatu - analysts; Rosmah ordered to pay RM67.46m
[KiniNews] PAS' decision to abandon its six-year political cooperation with Bersatu is expected to hit the latter hard, especially in facing the upcoming Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections, according to political observers.Pointing to Bersatu's weakened state caused by a recent power tussle between its president Muhyiddin Yassin and his former deputy, Hamzah Zainudin, several analys
PAS ends political ties with Bersatu; Muhyiddin says Bersatu will remain in PN
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] After six years of being together, PAS has decided to terminate its political cooperation with Bersatu.PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang said the PAS central working committee made the decision in a special meeting held last night.Meanwhile, Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin expressed regret that the cooperation forged with PAS,
PKR risks dying out after Anwar era - Rafizi; Loke hits back at Onn Hafiz over remarks
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has predicted that PKR risks dying out after the Anwar Ibrahim era due to the party’s bureaucracy and its failure to reinvent itself.The former PKR deputy president, who now leads Parti Bersama Malaysia, said PKR’s focus on ensuring that Anwar gets a second term as prime minister after the 16th general election wa
Govt recognises Tuanku Muhriz as N Sembilan ruler - Anwar; Chieftains object dissolution
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his support for an election in Negeri Sembilan amid a royal crisis plaguing the state, stressing that the rule of law and customary practices must be adhered to at all times.Declaring that the federal government continues to uphold Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir’s position as the Yang d
Polls? I’m focusing on my job, says Anwar; No Madani in Johor polls?
KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime minister Anwar Ibrahim told reporters today that the decision to dissolve a state legislative assembly rests with the respective state government.He stressed that his focus remains on his job, adding that some people don't think about this.Anwar said this when asked whether potential state elections could disrupt the
