MPs hopping parties should resign and get new mandate - Shad Saleem
Any MP who switches parties should resign from his or her seat and go back to the rakyat for a by-election to secure a new mandate, opined law expert Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi.
Sun Apr 10 2022
Caretaker PM ensures govt administration functions as normal - Law experts
The role of Muhyiddin as caretaker prime minister is to ensure that the country's administration is not disrupted and can function as normal until a new prime minister is appointed.
Mon Aug 16 2021
'Allah' issue: Jakim awaits Conference of Rulers ' consent for next course of action
The outcome of discussions on the issue between muftis of all states and legal experts held last Tuesday has been submitted to the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal.
Fri Mar 19 2021
Resolution on 'Allah' word issue to be finalised at meeting tomorrow - Zulkifli
A meeting will be held with muftis from throughout the country and law experts tomorrow to finalise a resolution on the issue on the use of the word "Allah".
Mon Mar 15 2021
Murder charge appropriate for fatal drink-driving cases, says law expert
The use of Section 302 of the Penal Code for fatal drink-driving cases is appropriate although it requires a higher level of evidence.
Wed Jun 03 2020
Stop wasting our time, hudud can never be implemented - Law expert
University Malaya's law expert Prof Gurdial Singh Nijar said a simple majority is not sufficient to implement the Islamic criminal law.
Thu Mar 26 2015
MH17: Alleged downing of MAS jetliner gross violation of international law, expert
The alleged shooting down of the Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 aircraft in eastern Ukraine is a -gross violation of international law-, said a New York-based legal expert.
Tue Jul 29 2014
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