Daily Dose @ 5: Ku Nan freed of graft conviction, Hungary to offer third dose of COVID-19 vaccine
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Fri Jul 16 2021
RM2 mln bribe: Decision on Ku Nan's appeal to be known on July 16
The decision on Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor's appeal against his conviction and sentence for accepting a RM2 million bribe from a businessman will be known on July 16 at the Putrajaya Court of Appeal.
Tue Jul 13 2021
Ku Nan's appeal hearing completed, court reserves judgement
However, the court has reserved its decision to a date yet to be fixed on Tengku Adnan, 70, or better known as Ku Nan's appeal.
Thu Apr 22 2021
RM2 million bribe: Court to hear Ku Nan's appeal tomorrow
Apart from April 22, the court has also fixed April 23 and April 26 to hear the appeal.
Wed Apr 21 2021
April 22: Hearing of Ku Nan's appeal against conviction, sentence for accepting RM2 million bribe
The Appeals Court deputy registrar, Darmafikri Abu Adam, set April 22 and 23 April to hear the appeal during the case management.
Mon Jan 25 2021
Ku Nan appeals against jail, fine for graft
The notice of appeal was filed yesterday through the online judicial system (e-filing).
Tue Dec 22 2020
Ku Nan pocketed RM2 mln for himself - Court rules
The High Court here ruled that the RM2 million given by Tan Sri Chai Kin Kong to Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor had remained in his Tadmansori Holdings Sdn Bhds (THSB) account for his benefit.
Mon Dec 21 2020
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Ku Nan gets one year's jail for RM2m graft conviction, Asia monitoring new UK strain amidst own COVID-19 cases
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Mon Dec 21 2020
Ku Nan gets 12 months' jail, fine RM2 mln for receiving RM2 mln graft
Today's decision is the second high-profile case involving UMNO leaders found guilty of criminal charges, filed during the PH government.
Mon Dec 21 2020
High Court finds Ku Nan guilty on RM2 mln graft charge
High Court judge Mohamed Zaini Mazlan ruled that the prosecution had proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt against Tengku Adnan.
Mon Dec 21 2020
Ku Nan to know fate on RM2 mln graft case tomorrow
All eyes will be on the Kuala Lumpur courthouse as judge Mohamed Zaini Mazlan is expected to deliver his decision on the case at 9am tomorrow.
Sun Dec 20 2020
10,000 guests drive through wedding reception of Ku Nan's son
A special stage was set up in front of the Palace of Justice where the newly-weds were seated and waved to the guests, who passed-by.
Sun Dec 20 2020
MACC to begin investigations on 'new developments' over Ku Nan's corruption case
The MACC said that it would re-submit the investigation paper over the case to the Attorney-General's Chambers once it is completed.
Mon Dec 07 2020
RM1 mln graft case: Court grants Ku Nan DNAA, no full acquittal
The High Court today ruled that it did not make an order of full acquittal on former Federal Territories Minister, Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor
Mon Dec 07 2020
Prosecution discontinues RM1 mln bribery case, Ku Nan discharged not amounting to acquittal
Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor was discharged not amounting to an acquittal by the High Court today of a charge of accepting a RM1 million bribe from a businessman in 2013.
Mon Dec 07 2020
Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025
At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025
Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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Wed Mar 12 2025
What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025