Court dismisses govt's appeal to strike out mothers' child citizenship suit
An originating summons filed by civil society and six mothers, who are married to foreigners, for their overseas-born children to have the right to become Malaysian citizens will go for full trial.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Najib, Shafee's appeal hearing to disqualify Sri Ram as senior DPP re-set to Sept 23
The appeals came up for case management before Court of Appeal deputy registrar Mariam Hasanah Othman today.
Wed Jun 09 2021
Myanmar refugees: Two NGOs obtain leave to proceed with legal action
Two non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have obtained leave to proceed with a judicial review to challenge the Malaysian government's decision to repatriate 1,200 Myanmar refugees.
Tue Mar 09 2021
Emergency: Court to hear PM, govt's bid to strike out Khairuddin's suit on April 12
The application would be heard before High Court judge Datuk Seri Mariana Yahya in a virtual proceeding.
Fri Feb 19 2021
Feb 17: Court to hear submission on Anwar's leave application for judicial review
Judge Datuk Seri Mariana Yahya had ordered parties in the case to submit on the matter in the proceedings to be held through the Zoom application at 2.30 pm.
Wed Feb 10 2021
In-camera inquiry proceeding against Hamid Sultan to be heard on Thursday
The court rejected the application after Hamid Sultan failed to present exceptional circumstances to allow the postponement.
Tue Feb 02 2021
Closed-door inquiry: Hamid Sultan fails to challenge JEC's decision
Court of Appeal Judge Datuk Dr Hamid Sultan Abu Backer today failed in his application to challenge the Judges Ethics Committee's (JEC) decision to hold a closed-door inquiry against him.
Thu Jan 21 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024