Netflix sued in $170 million 'Baby Reindeer' defamation lawsuit
Fiona Harvey claims the portrayal of the obsessive stalker Martha in the hit show is defamatory and inaccurate.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Muhyiddin Yassin and Puad Zarkashi settle defamation lawsuit amicably
The settlement was recorded as both parties had reached an agreement with agreed-upon conditions.
Wed May 29 2024
Violence against environmental journalists rises, UNESCO says
UNESCO listed in its report physical attacks such as injuries, arrests and harassment, legal actions, including defamation lawsuits.
Fri May 03 2024
Appeals Court dismisses Apandi Ali's appeal in defamation suit
Former AG Tan Sri Mohamed Apandi Ali today failed in his appeal to set aside the decision of a High Court's dismissal of his RM10 million defamation lawsuit against Tan Sri Lim Kit Siang
Thu Nov 02 2023
US says it no longer deems Donald Trump immune from E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
Donald Trump suffered a legal defeat as the US government reversed its earlier position on his immunity from the defamation lawsuit against him.
Wed Jul 12 2023
E. Jean Carroll seeks $10 mil in damages from Trump over post-verdict statements
Jean Carroll sought to amend the first of her two defamation lawsuits after a jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing her.
Tue May 23 2023
Australian mayor readies world's first defamation lawsuit over ChatGPT content
Brian Hood is concerned about his reputation, as ChatGPT had falsely named him as a guilty party in a foreign bribery scandal.
Wed Apr 05 2023
Hearing of Azeez's appeal in defamation suit against Guan Eng fixed on May 19 next year
The hearing of Azeez Rahim's appeal against a High Court's dismissal of his defamation lawsuit against Lim Guan Eng has been re-set to May 19 next year.
Wed Nov 30 2022
Naz Empire's defamation lawsuit against Awal Ashaari to go to trial as mediation fails
The defamation lawsuit filed by Naz Empire against television personality, Awal Ashaari in connection with renovation work at the celebrity's residence has failed to be resolved through mediation.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Amid Facebook fracas, Australia moves to update defamation laws
A court ruling that publishers can be liable for public comments on online forums like Facebook sent shockwaves through the media industry.
Thu Oct 07 2021
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
Trump must face 'Apprentice' contestant's defamation lawsuit - NY court
Zervos' case will now return to a Manhattan trial court, where her lawyers may have an opportunity to question Trump under oath.
Wed Mar 31 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
Thai protesters defy monarchy with 'People's Plaque'
The new plaque states, "The people have expressed the intention that this country belongs to the people, and not the king."
Sun Sep 20 2020
Activist fails to get leave to appeal RM100,000 court award to lawyer
The panel also ordered Mohamed Hafiz Mohamed Nordin to pay RM10,000 in costs.
Thu Jul 09 2020
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