Rompin and Permatang Pauh by-elections: wake-up call for BN
The results of the Rompin and Permatang Pauh parliamentary by-elections are seen as a 'wake-up call' for the Barisan Nasional (BN).
Fri May 08 2015
Nur Fitri's offence very serious - Najib
PM Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak described Malaysian scholar Nur Fitri Azmeer Nordin's conviction for possession of child pornography material in the United Kingdom, as a very serious offence.
Fri May 08 2015
Permatang Pauh by-election BN candidate pledges to serve constituents
Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate in the Permatang Pauh parliamentary by-election, Suhaimi Sabudin has pledged to continue serving the constituents despite his defeat.
Thu May 07 2015
PKR retains Permatang Pauh seat
Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail won the by-election tonight with a 8,841 majority.
Thu May 07 2015
Day of reckoning at Permatang Pauh by-election
Pilihan Raya Kecil (PRK) Parlimen Permatang Pauh
Thu May 07 2015
Permatang Pauh by-election: 25 polling centres open at 8am
A total of 25 polling centres with 130 channels for the Permatang Pauh by-election were opened at 8 am today to enable 71,252 voters to cast their ballot.
Thu May 07 2015
IGP says police ready for Permatang Pauh by-election
Police are fully prepared to face any eventualities during the polling process for the Permatang Pauh parliamentary by-election today said Inspector General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar.
Wed May 06 2015
20 years' service in Permatang Pauh a plus point for BN's Suhaimi
The 43-year-old is convinced that his efforts and service to the constituents all this while will get the attention of the voters.
Wed May 06 2015
EC takes down hundreds of racist posters, banners in P. Pauh
The campaign materials did not adhere to the campaign regulations as they contained racist remarks and personal attacks, besides having nothing to do with the contesting parties.
Wed May 06 2015
Anwar Ibrahim sues EC over voting rights
The PKR de facto leader is seeking compensation because his constitutional and legal rights have been violated, according to his lawyer.
Wed May 06 2015
P.Pauh polling date not advantegous to any party - Khairy
The Permatang Pauh by-election polling day on a working day does not give any advantage to any party as claimed by the Parti Keadilan Rakyat leadership, said Barisan Nasional Youth chairman.
Mon May 04 2015
Early voting centre in Dewan Gemilang closes at 5pm
The early voting centre for the Permatang Pauh by-election at Dewan Gemilang, Seberang Perai Tengah District Police here closed at 5pm with 519 voters coming out to vote.
Sun May 03 2015
Let Permatang Pauh be the third-force in Parliament - PRM
PRM candidate for Permatang Pauh by-election hopes that the voters will give him and the party a chance to be the 'third-force' in the parliament.
Sat May 02 2015
Permatang Pauh by-election: PAS using Friday sermons to campaign
The Friday sermons today at Masjid Batu in Kampung Pertama in Permatang Pauh near here saw a preacher use it for political purposes by asking the congregation to vote for the PKR candidate there.
Fri May 01 2015
Ahmad Maslan 'warned' to lie low
UMNO Information chief Datuk Ahmad Maslan has been warned not to raise too much of GST-related issues throughout the campaigning period of Rompin and Permatang Pauh by-elections.
Tue Apr 28 2015
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
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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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024