![[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81673518377_TBSIMBAHASID.jpg "[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons")
[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons
Adopting a humane approach is key to Malaysia's prison reforms.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Federal court dismisses review bid by businessman detained under POCA
A three-member bench dismissed Goh Leong Yeong's application for a review of the Federal Court's majority decision that ruled against him.
Tue Nov 23 2021
Federal Court orders Addy Kana, two cops be released from POCA detention
A five-member panel made the order after allowing the trio's appeal over their applications for a writ of habeas corpus.
Tue Apr 27 2021
Court rejects Macau Scam suspects bid for release from POCA detention
The High Court dismissed their challenge against the initial order for detention for 59 days under Section 4(2)(a) of POCA.
Fri Feb 26 2021
Macau Scam: 12 individuals in remand under POCA
The Sessions Court today issued an order for twelve individuals to be held in remand under the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA) 1959 for alleged involvement in the Macau Scam syndicate.
Thu Dec 03 2020
Addy Kanna, Alvin Goh detained under POCA for two years - Bukit Aman
They would all be detained at the Simpang Renggam Special Rehabilitation Centre (PPK) in Johor; Pokok Sena PPK in Kedah; Bentong PPK in Pahang.
Tue Dec 01 2020
High Court rejects Alvin Goh's habeas corpus for immediate release from POCA detention
Sri Ram argued that the section under POCA his client was being detained under was unconstitutional, and, therefore, any orders made under it was a nullity.
Mon Nov 16 2020
Detained under POCA, businessman files habeas corpus application
A businessman who has been remanded for 21 days under the POCA 1959 in connection with an illegal online gambling syndicate, has filed a habeas corpus application for an immediate release.
Mon Nov 09 2020
Online gambling: 'Datuk', two policemen's habeas corpus applications for release dismissed
A Datuk and two policemen who have been remanded under the Prevention of Crime Act (POCA) 1959 in connection with an illegal online gambling syndicate will remain under police custody until Dec 6.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Alvin Goh remanded 21 days under POCA
The suspect was detected to be often hiding from one location to another after fleeing from the MACC headquarters on October 11.
Sat Oct 31 2020
Macau Scam: Remand of Datuk, two policemen under POCA extended by 38 days
The remand period for a Datuk and two policemen in connection to an online gambling syndicate and Macau Scam activities was extended another 38 days by the Magistrate's Court today.
Fri Oct 30 2020
Macau Scam, gambling syndicate: Man, woman arrested - Bukit Aman
A man-hunt was launched for the suspect after his escape, which led to his arrest at a resort outside of Klang Valley early today.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Farid Gang members remanded 21 days under POCA
The suspects, aged between 25 and 30 and unemployed, were detained separately on Oct 6.
Sat Oct 17 2020
'Datuk Seri', two cops, remanded 21 days under POCA
The three men were re-arrested immediately after being released by MACC.
Wed Oct 14 2020
![[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Datuk Seri and two cops remanded under POCA, US sues author over Melania tell-all](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71600683822_DailyDose.jpg "[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Datuk Seri and two cops remanded under POCA, US sues author over Melania tell-all")
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Datuk Seri and two cops remanded under POCA, US sues author over Melania tell-all
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Wed Oct 14 2020
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024