Hundreds of Capitol rioters released from prison after Trump's sweeping pardon
The new president pardons more than 1,500 people, including some who assaulted police officers.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: President Donald Trump pardons Jan 6 capitol rioters
Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders shortly after being sworn in as the 47th U.S. President, including pardons for nearly 1,600 individuals linked to the 2021 Capitol riots.
Tue Jan 21 2025
After taking office, Trump pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 defendants
Trump's decision to pardon Jan. 6 attackers is sure to enrage police, lawmakers and others whose lives were put at risk.
Tue Jan 21 2025
Read and accept King's decree on prisoner pardon - PM
PM Anwar urges all to respect the King's stance on pardon or sentence reduction of sentence for prisoners.
Fri Jan 03 2025
Malaysian palace says clemency bids must go to pardons board
Under the constitution, the king has the prerogative to grant pardons, remit, suspend or commute sentences, the palace says in a statement.
Fri Jan 03 2025
Here's what we know about Trump's planned executive orders so far
US President-elect Donald Trump plans to issue a flurry of executive orders and directives on his first day in office on Jan. 20.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Malaysia PM Anwar deflects questions on house arrest for Najib
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stresses he was not present when the pardons board made its decision to halve Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's sentence
Tue Dec 10 2024
Royal Addendum, rising medical inflation rate focus of Dewan Rakyat sitting today
The Royal Addendum is related to the 61st Federal Territories Pardons Board decision regarding ex-PM Najib Razak's pardon application.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Trump vows to pardon Jan. 6 defendants on Day One
Trump also calls the prosecutions of his supporters corrupt and hinted at pardoning over 900 defendants who had pleaded guilty.
Mon Dec 09 2024
Trump seeks loyal attorney general to back mass deportations, pardons
Donald Trump and his transition team aim to build a Justice Department packed with loyalists after he is sworn in on Jan. 20.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Court rejects Malaysian Bar's bid to challenge Najib's pardon
High Court Judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal says the application is outside the court's jurisdiction and is non-justiciable and frivolous.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Morocco releases jailed journalists, pardons 2,476 convicts
The Moroccan constitution gives the right to the king to pardon or commute sentences, a decision usually taken on national days.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Najib's lawyers allowed to participate in Bar Council's leave application to challenge Pardons Board
Judge Datuk Ahmad Kamal Md Shahid fixes new date on September 18 for the hearing that was supposed to start today.
Tue Jul 02 2024
[COLUMNIST] Clemency and controversy: Najib's bid for home arrest and Malaysia's political crossroads
The government's endurance will be significantly tested by how it addresses the clemency issue.
Fri Apr 19 2024
Najib seeks leave for judicial review claiming pardons addendum decree allows house arrest
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak claims previous Agong wanted him to serve remaining sentence at home.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Vivy Yusof and husband claim trial to alternative charges of misappropriating Khazanah, PNB funds
The couple is jointly charged with misappropriating RM8 million in investment funds from Khazanah and PNB.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Trump says Biden left him 'inspirational-type' letter
Trump says Biden advised him to enjoy his term and emphasised the importance of the role.
Wed Jan 22 2025
TikTok owner ByteDance plans to spend $12 bln on AI chips in 2025, FT reports
This move comes as the Chinese company faces pressure from Washington to sell its popular video-sharing app in the United States.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Meta lures TikTok creators with bonuses
Eligible TikTok creators will be able to earn up to US$5,000 in bonuses over three months for posting Reels on Facebook and Instagram.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Hundreds of Capitol rioters released from prison after Trump's sweeping pardon
The new president pardons more than 1,500 people, including some who assaulted police officers.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Malaysia cannot rely on outdated legislation to face emerging challenges - PM
The PM highlights the government's commitment to keeping legislation aligned with global developments.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Malaysia not in ‘pressing need’ to adopt nuclear power - PM
The PM acknowledges the "possibility" of adopting the energy, citing the country's upcoming massive data centers.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Turkish ski resort fire kills 76, guests forced to jump from windows
The fire began on the restaurant floor of the 12-storey Grand Kartal Hotel, authorities said.
Wed Jan 22 2025
TIMELINE - Antisemitic attacks escalate in Australia
Police in the state of New South Wales, that has Sydney as its capital, have arrested forty people for antisemitic offences.
Wed Jan 22 2025
PM Anwar congratulates President Trump, looks forward to strengthened Malaysia-US relations
Malaysia stands ready to collaborate on shared priorities as Trump administration strives to herald a new golden age for America, PM says.
Wed Jan 22 2025