Siti Bainun sentenced to 22 years in jail for neglect, abuse, of down syndrome girl Bella
However, the court ordered Siti Bainun to serve the sentences concurrently from today, meaning she will be serving only 12 years in jail.
Wed May 03 2023
Judge chides Siti Bainun for being late
Judge Izralizam Sanusi was irked by the absence of Siti Bainun and her lawyer when he wanted to start proceedings of her defence trial.
Tue Feb 21 2023
Bella case: Court orders Siti Bainun to give statement of defence without lawyer
The order was made by Judge Izralizam after deciding that the defence proceedings must go on so as not to disrupt the course of the case.
Thu Jan 26 2023
Court dismisses Siti Bainun's application for statements of prosecution witnesses
Judge Izralizam Sanusi dismissed the application on grounds that the statements were privileged documents.
Fri Dec 09 2022
Bella suffered physical, emotional injuries under Siti Bainun's custody - Judge
Judge Izralizam said that if the accused had looked after Bella well, the girl would not have suffered and endured such pain.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Bella case: Siti Bainun ordered to enter defence
Siti Bainun was today ordered by the Sessions Court here to enter her defence on charges of neglecting and abusing Bella.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Bella case: Court decides tomorrow whether Siti Bainun will be freed or to enter defence
The prosecution closed its case on Oct 28 after calling 22 witnesses in the trial which began on March 30 this year.
Wed Nov 23 2022
Bella case: Judge advises prosecution, defence to cooperate
The Sessions Court judge today advised the prosecution and defence in the case of Siti Bainun Ahd Razali to cooperate well in sharing information related to case management.
Thu Jun 16 2022
Public warned against making statements, comments on Bella's abuse case
Sessions Court judge Izralizam Sanusi warned the public against issuing any statement or making comments on social media regarding the ongoing trial involving Siti Bainun Ahd Razali.
Thu Apr 21 2022
Judge, all parties in Bella's trial visit incident location
The visit was to allow the court to get a clearer picture or view of the laundry room to better understand the incident cited by Yasmin.
Wed Apr 13 2022
Single mother fined RM9,000 for neglecting son
The mother was charged with neglecting her son, resulting in the boy to be injured at a house in Setapak.
Wed Oct 27 2021
Siti Bainun charged with neglecting down syndrome child
Founder of the Rumah Bonda welfare home, Siti Bainun Ahd Razali was charged in the Sessions Court here today with neglecting a 13-year-old down-syndrome girl.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Saleswoman gets 18 months' jail for having stolen mobile phone
A saleswoman cried after the Sessions Court here today sentenced her to 18 months in prison for possessing a stolen mobile phone.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024