Court strikes out Hannah Yeoh's defamation suit against ex-IGP Musa Hassan on technical reasons
Judge Datuk Rozana Ali Yusoff struck out the lawsuit after finding the plaintiff (Yeoh) had failed to comply with the court's orders regarding the filing of certain pre-trial documents.
Mon May 03 2021
Sanusi to sue political leaders, individuals for defamation over Vellfire purchase
Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor will file a defamation lawsuit against several political leaders who linked him to the purchase of a Toyota Vellfire.
Wed Oct 21 2020
'Apprentice' contestant says Trump groped her
A former contestant on "The Apprentice" filed a defamation lawsuit Tuesday against President-elect Donald Trump over his response to her allegations that he groped her during a job interview in 2007.
Wed Jan 18 2017
Appeals court dismisses IGP, Ismail Sabri's appeal to strike out Nurul Izzah's defamation suit
The Court of Appeal today dismissed an appeal by IGP Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar and Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob to strike out a defamation lawsuit brought against them by Nurul Izzah Anwar.
Wed Nov 23 2016
Anwar Ibrahim ordered to pay RM100,000 costs to Anifah Aman
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has lost his appeal on a defamation lawsuit against Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman.
Mon Oct 24 2016
Politicians cannot sue media, Court of Appeal rules
The decision was made when allowing Utusan Melayu's appeal to strike out a defamation lawsuit brought against it by Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob.
Tue Mar 01 2016
Judge dismisses Pennsylvania woman's lawsuit against Bill Cosby
A US federal judge on Thursday dismissed a defamation lawsuit brought by a Pennsylvania woman against Bill Cosby.
Fri Jan 22 2016
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