[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons
Adopting a humane approach is key to Malaysia's prison reforms.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Federal court dismisses review bid by businessman detained under POCA
A three-member bench dismissed Goh Leong Yeong's application for a review of the Federal Court's majority decision that ruled against him.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Federal Court orders Addy Kana, two cops be released from POCA detention
A five-member panel made the order after allowing the trio's appeal over their applications for a writ of habeas corpus.
Tue Apr 27 2021
Court rejects Macau Scam suspects bid for release from POCA detention
The High Court dismissed their challenge against the initial order for detention for 59 days under Section 4(2)(a) of POCA.
Fri Feb 26 2021
Macau Scam: 12 individuals in remand under POCA
The Sessions Court today issued an order for twelve individuals to be held in remand under the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA) 1959 for alleged involvement in the Macau Scam syndicate.
Thu Dec 03 2020
Addy Kanna, Alvin Goh detained under POCA for two years - Bukit Aman
They would all be detained at the Simpang Renggam Special Rehabilitation Centre (PPK) in Johor; Pokok Sena PPK in Kedah; Bentong PPK in Pahang.
Tue Dec 01 2020
High Court rejects Alvin Goh's habeas corpus for immediate release from POCA detention
Sri Ram argued that the section under POCA his client was being detained under was unconstitutional, and, therefore, any orders made under it was a nullity.
Mon Nov 16 2020
Detained under POCA, businessman files habeas corpus application
A businessman who has been remanded for 21 days under the POCA 1959 in connection with an illegal online gambling syndicate, has filed a habeas corpus application for an immediate release.
Mon Nov 09 2020
Online gambling: 'Datuk', two policemen's habeas corpus applications for release dismissed
A Datuk and two policemen who have been remanded under the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA) 1959 in connection with an illegal online gambling syndicate will remain under police custody until Dec 6.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Alvin Goh remanded 21 days under POCA
The suspect was detected to be often hiding from one location to another after fleeing from the MACC headquarters on October 11.
Sat Oct 31 2020
Macau Scam: Remand of Datuk, two policemen under POCA extended by 38 days
The remand period for a Datuk and two policemen in connection to an online gambling syndicate and Macau Scam activities was extended another 38 days by the Magistrate's Court today.
Fri Oct 30 2020
Macau Scam, gambling syndicate: Man, woman arrested - Bukit Aman
A man-hunt was launched for the suspect after his escape, which led to his arrest at a resort outside of Klang Valley early today.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Farid Gang members remanded 21 days under POCA
The suspects, aged between 25 and 30 and unemployed, were detained separately on Oct 6.
Sat Oct 17 2020
'Datuk Seri', two cops, remanded 21 days under POCA
The three men were re-arrested immediately after being released by MACC.
Wed Oct 14 2020
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Datuk Seri and two cops remanded under POCA, US sues author over Melania tell-all
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Wed Oct 14 2020
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024