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Chronology of RM2.8 mil corruption case against Bung Moktar, Zizie Izette

Chronology of RM2.8 mil corruption case against Bung Moktar, Zizie Izette

The Court of Appeal sends Bung Moktar and wife Zizie's RM2.8 mln corruption case back to KL Sessions Court for defence proceedings.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Bung Moktar, wife ordered to enter defence on corruption charges involving RM2.8 mln

Bung Moktar, wife ordered to enter defence on corruption charges involving RM2.8 mln

Datuk Seri Bung Moktar Radin and his wife Datin Seri Zizie Izette Abdul Samad are ordered to defend three RM2.8 million corruption charges.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu replaced Yoav Gallant with close ally Israel Katz to lead the country's war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Defence applies for transfer of Muhyiddin's case to High Court

Defence applies for transfer of Muhyiddin's case to High Court

In the same proceedings, the judge also granted Muhyiddin an exemption from attending the next mention hearing due to logistical reasons.
Mon Nov 04 2024
[COLUMNIST] From definition to defence: Navigating the complexities of terrorism

[COLUMNIST] From definition to defence: Navigating the complexities of terrorism

The definition of terrorism has evolved over time, shaped by socio-political contexts like revolutions, regimes, repression, and wars.
Mon Nov 04 2024
High Court orders Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case

High Court orders Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case

Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak will have to defend himself against four charges of abuse of power and 21 charges of money laundering.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops

Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops

The Kremlin chief specifically mentioned Article 4 of the Russian partnership deal with North Korea, which deals with mutual defence.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Malbatt 850-12 troop rotation scheduled to start on Nov 6

Malbatt 850-12 troop rotation scheduled to start on Nov 6

Deputy Minister of Defence Adly Zahari says these personnel will undergo troop rotation within a year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
41 Palestinians brought to M'sia received necessary treatment

41 Palestinians brought to M'sia received necessary treatment

The Defence Ministry denied claims that the govt's efforts in bringing the Palestinians to Malaysia for treatment as for political survival.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Taiwan says live fire China drills may be part of a 'deterrence' effect

Taiwan says live fire China drills may be part of a 'deterrence' effect

Taiwan's defence ministry said those exercises were part of routine Chinese training and it was keeping a close watch.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Israeli strike on Lebanese municipal building kills 16, including mayor

Israeli strike on Lebanese municipal building kills 16, including mayor

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says Israel would not halt its assault on Hezbollah to allow negotiations.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Singapore fighter jets escort Air India flight after bomb threat

Singapore fighter jets escort Air India flight after bomb threat

Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said Singapore's ground based air defence systems and explosive disposal team were also activated.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Israel bombs Lebanon, Gaza ahead of one-year anniversary of Oct. 7 attacks

Israel bombs Lebanon, Gaza ahead of one-year anniversary of Oct. 7 attacks

Israel's defence minister declares all options were open for retaliation against arch-enemy Iran.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Oct 30 decision on whether Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case

Oct 30 decision on whether Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case

Justice Datuk Collin Lawrence Sequerah will decide whether to call Najib to enter his defence on the charges or to acquit him.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Ex-defence minister Ishiba set to become Japan's next prime minister

Ex-defence minister Ishiba set to become Japan's next prime minister

Veteran lawmaker Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan's next prime minister after prevailing over hardline nationalist Sanae Takaichi.
Fri Sep 27 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024