Allegation of POCA being draconian, no different from ISA not true - Nur Jazlan
The accusation against the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA), describing it as draconian and not vary from the Internal Security Act (ISA), is untrue.
Mon Aug 21 2017
I have full confidence in Ahmad Zahid - Najib
They had been through both the good and bad times since 1986, said Najib, referring to the time he was Culture, Youth and Sports Minister before Ahmad Zahid joined him as his political secretary.
Sun Aug 06 2017
Singapore detains first woman citizen suspected of Islamist radicalism
The detention of the first Singaporean woman for suspected Islamist radicalism comes as concern is growing about the spread of Islamic State in the region.
Mon Jun 12 2017
Tajol gives me life in politics, says Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi today regards former Perak Menteri Besar Tan Sri Tajol Rosli Ghazali as the person who gave him 'life' in politics.
Sat Jan 28 2017
Megat Junid's family hopes Tun Mahathir's ISA claim 'a slip of the tongue'
Family of the late Tan Sri Megat Junid Megat Ayub says if he did sign any detention orders under the ISA, it must've been done under orders.
Tue Aug 23 2016
Yazid is a committed member of JI, says witness
The High Court was told today that former Internal Security Act detainee Yazid Sufaat was a committed member of the terrorist group Jemaah Islamiah Malaysia.
Fri Oct 09 2015
Two self-radicalised Singaporeans detained under ISA
Investigations revealed that the duo, aged 29 and 18, had harboured an intention to make their way to Syria to join the Islamic State.
Wed Sep 30 2015
Amendments to sedition act to create absolute security - Zahid
The public should not view amendments to the Sedition Act 1948 from the technical aspect as they were made to create absolute security.
Sat Apr 11 2015
POTA: Precautionary action vital before it is too late
The tabling of the Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA) is seen as timely, following the looming terrorist threat in the country lately.
Thu Apr 09 2015
Court awards five former ISA detainees RM4.5 million in damages
Five former detainees of the Internal Security Act (ISA) received a compensation totaling RM4.5 million following their detention in 2011.
Thu Dec 11 2014
Perkasa hopes retaining Sedition Act is not mere rhetoric
The Sedition Act should be strengthened by including the spirit of the Internal Security Act (ISA) which is detention without trial.
Thu Nov 27 2014
Detention without trial necessary in proposed Anti-Terrorism Act, says legal expert
A legal expert says it may be necessary to incorporate detention without trial in the proposed Anti-Terrorism Act.
Tue Oct 21 2014
Majority of the people do not want a return of ISA, says Najib
The government is firm on its stand to repeal the Internal Security Act (ISA) as it is convinced that this is the wish of the majority of the people in the country.
Sat May 10 2014
Curbing military movement with ISA is not guaranteed - Rahim Noor
Former Inspector General considers militant movement would persist even if the ISA is reinstated.
Mon May 05 2014
Human Rights Watch: Malaysian reform agenda dead
Malaysia took a "significant" step backwards in human rights in 2013, a year that appeared to mark the end of Prime Minister Najib Razak's promises of reform, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday.
Tue Jan 21 2014
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