![A week needed to query ex-banker who handled Najib's accounts - Shafee A week needed to query ex-banker who handled Najib's accounts - Shafee](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-07/71564404761_JoannaYuGingPing.jpg)
A week needed to query ex-banker who handled Najib's accounts - Shafee
The defence team in Najib Razak's 1MDB trial will take about a week to conduct cross-examination of Joanna Yu Ging Ping, the former AmBank relationship manager who handled Najib's accounts.
Tue Dec 06 2022
![Court warns Najib's defence team no more delay questioning witnesses in 1MDB trial Court warns Najib's defence team no more delay questioning witnesses in 1MDB trial](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81655213879_NajibTunRazak.jpg)
Court warns Najib's defence team no more delay questioning witnesses in 1MDB trial
The court would no longer allow reserved cross-examination of any witnesses as the 1MDB trial had been pending for some time now.
Tue Oct 11 2022
![Ahmad Zahid fails to stay defence proceedings Ahmad Zahid fails to stay defence proceedings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/51656489668_TBZAHIDHAMIDI.jpg)
Ahmad Zahid fails to stay defence proceedings
The High Court today rejected Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's request to stay the prosecution's cross-examination of him pending an outcome of an appeal.
Mon Jul 04 2022
![Ahmad Zahid did not benefit from RM250,000 loan took up by his brother Ahmad Zahid did not benefit from RM250,000 loan took up by his brother](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631105912_TBZahidHamidi.jpg)
Ahmad Zahid did not benefit from RM250,000 loan took up by his brother
Hisyam said, in fact, during cross examination, Junaith reiterated that the loan had nothing to do with the accused.
Tue Sep 14 2021
![Jho Low's advice on financial matters did not always make sense - Witness Jho Low's advice on financial matters did not always make sense - Witness](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/41609926183_MohdHazemAbdRahma.jpg)
Jho Low's advice on financial matters did not always make sense - Witness
Mohd Hazem Abd Rahman said this during cross-examination by Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's counsel, Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah
Mon Feb 15 2021
![Follow directions or leave is 1MDB'S culture, says ex-CEO Follow directions or leave is 1MDB'S culture, says ex-CEO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/71612792008_MohdHazemAbdRahma.jpg)
"Follow directions or leave" is 1MDB'S culture, says ex-CEO
This was revealed by the 10th prosecution witness, Mohd Hazem Abd Rahman, 47, during the cross-examination by Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razaks lawyer, Wan Aizuddin Wan Mohammed.
Mon Feb 08 2021
![Hearing of Najib's 1MDB case expected to extend beyond trial date of his CBT case - Court told Hearing of Najib's 1MDB case expected to extend beyond trial date of his CBT case - Court told](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/51609928323_MahkamahTinggi.jpg)
Hearing of Najib's 1MDB case expected to extend beyond trial date of his CBT case - Court told
The case was still in the cross-examination stage of the 10th prosecution witness, it is expected to call 60 witnesses.
Wed Jan 06 2021
![1MDB took another loan despite being in RM32 billion debt 1MDB took another loan despite being in RM32 billion debt](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/81598968976_TBSHAHROL.jpg)
1MDB took another loan despite being in RM32 billion debt
The 49-year-old witness said this during cross-examination by lawyer Wan Aizuddin Wan Mohammed at Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razaks RM2.3 billion 1MDB graft trial.
Tue Sep 01 2020
![Rosmah's trial: Defence alleges witness gave contradictory testimony Rosmah's trial: Defence alleges witness gave contradictory testimony](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/71597833696_RosmahMansor.jpg)
Rosmah's trial: Defence alleges witness gave contradictory testimony
During cross-examination, lawyer Azrul Zulkifli Stork, representing Rosmah, claimed that Saidi's testimony in the High Court today contradicted the statement he gave to the MACC.
Wed Aug 19 2020
![Ex-1MDB CEO denies attending meetings with Jho Low in a plan to embezzle 1MDB money Ex-1MDB CEO denies attending meetings with Jho Low in a plan to embezzle 1MDB money](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/71591855354_mdb.jpg)
Ex-1MDB CEO denies attending meetings with Jho Low in a plan to embezzle 1MDB money
The contention was made by lawyer Wan Aizuddin Wan Mohammed during cross-examination on former 1MDB chief executive officer, Datuk Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi.
Thu Jul 16 2020
![Rosmah Mansor's corruption trial vacated as lawyer unwell Rosmah Mansor's corruption trial vacated as lawyer unwell](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41594826611_ROSMAH.jpg)
Rosmah Mansor's corruption trial vacated as lawyer unwell
Lawyer Datuk Akberdin Abdul Kader was unable to proceed with the cross-examination of the 16th prosecution witness, Rayyan Radzwill Abdullah.
Thu Jul 16 2020
![Ambrin not threatened, pressured to amend 1MDB audit report - Ali Hamsa Ambrin not threatened, pressured to amend 1MDB audit report - Ali Hamsa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2019-11/41574234360_TBALIHAMSA.jpg)
Ambrin not threatened, pressured to amend 1MDB audit report - Ali Hamsa
Ali, who held his post until August 2018 said this during cross-examination by lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah who is representing Najib at the day-10 of the trial.
Tue Jun 16 2020
![Pistorius to start second week in witness box Pistorius to start second week in witness box](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-02/41360974184_295x200.jpg)
Pistorius to start second week in witness box
Paralympian Oscar Pistorius returns to the stand Monday for a fourth day of cross-examination after the prosecution lawyer accused him of knowingly shooting dead his girlfriend.
Mon Apr 14 2014
![Pistorius faces blistering cross-examination Pistorius faces blistering cross-examination](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-04/61397097964_295x200.jpg)
Pistorius faces blistering cross-examination
Pistorius's cross-examination is a key point in his trial, and a stern test of both his version of events and of his resolve.
Thu Apr 10 2014
![Ex-NFCorp chairman to be recalled to give testimony Ex-NFCorp chairman to be recalled to give testimony](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-12/41386674333_295x200.jpg)
Ex-NFCorp chairman to be recalled to give testimony
Mohamad Salleh will be recalled for cross-examination on the role of Tun Dr Mahathir whose name was cited in all 5 amended charges faced by businessman Shamsubahrin Ismail.
Tue Dec 10 2013
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025