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Cabinet agrees in principle for MKN, JPM to coordinate drafting of National Security Bill

Cabinet agrees in principle for MKN, JPM to coordinate drafting of National Security Bill

Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar says, currently the Sedition Act is retained, to preserve public order and national security.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Defence applies for transfer of Muhyiddin's case to High Court

Defence applies for transfer of Muhyiddin's case to High Court

In the same proceedings, the judge also granted Muhyiddin an exemption from attending the next mention hearing due to logistical reasons.
Mon Nov 04 2024
AGC yet to decide on Sanusi’s second representation in sedition case

AGC yet to decide on Sanusi’s second representation in sedition case

The Kedah Menteri Besar's first representation was dismissed by the AGC in May.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Bukit Aman probing Melbourne video of Jalur Gemilang being lowered

Bukit Aman probing Melbourne video of Jalur Gemilang being lowered

Police check found that the 37-year-old man left the country in 2016 and there was no record of his re-entry to Malaysia after that.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Don't use Muhyiddin's prosecution to generate political sentiment - PM

Don't use Muhyiddin's prosecution to generate political sentiment - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the police received the report on Muhyiddin's alleged seditious remarks directly from the Pahang palace.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Malaysia charges ex-PM Muhyiddin with sedition over alleged remarks on royalty, lawyer says

Malaysia charges ex-PM Muhyiddin with sedition over alleged remarks on royalty, lawyer says

Negative remarks about royalty can be prosecuted under a colonial-era Sedition Act.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Papagomo charged with sedition against King

Papagomo charged with sedition against King

Blogger Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris was charged with posting seditious publication against His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim on his X account.
Thu May 02 2024
IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah

IGP confirms UMNO Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal detained in Sabah

Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has been detained today for investigations under Sedition Act 1948 and the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Sanusi moves to transfer sedition trial to High Court, prosecution objects

Sanusi moves to transfer sedition trial to High Court, prosecution objects

Datuk Masri Mohd Daud said the case did not involve difficult or complex legal issues as claimed by Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Prosecution objects to Muhammad Sanusi’s application to postpone hearing

Prosecution objects to Muhammad Sanusi’s application to postpone hearing

Filing a notice of motion to transfer the case to Shah Alam High Court was not a reason that should be considered to postpone the trial.
Thu Jan 18 2024
Don’t jeopardise country’s democracy although freedom of speech prioritised - Fahmi

Don’t jeopardise country’s democracy although freedom of speech prioritised - Fahmi

Freedom of speech continues to be prioritised but it does not mean freedom to slander, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Public prosecutor has right to initiate and discontinue criminal charges - AG

Public prosecutor has right to initiate and discontinue criminal charges - AG

The role of the AG as the Public Prosecutor is well established and protected under Article 145 of the Federal Constitution.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Malaysia police arrest man over statements backing diplomatic ties with Israel

Malaysia police arrest man over statements backing diplomatic ties with Israel

The investigation is being carried out under the sedition act, communications and multimedia act, and the penal code, police said.
Thu Dec 07 2023
Sedition Act, Communications and Multimedia Act sufficient to address 3R issue

Sedition Act, Communications and Multimedia Act sufficient to address 3R issue

Aaron Ago Dagang said it is enough to strengthen the enforcement of the existing laws.
Tue Nov 07 2023
Wan Ji to begin nine months' jail sentence for insulting Selangor Sultan today

Wan Ji to begin nine months' jail sentence for insulting Selangor Sultan today

Independent speaker Wan Ji Wan Hussin was ordered to begin serving his sentence for publishing offensive words and insulting the Sultan of Selangor via Facebook 11 years ago.
Mon Sep 25 2023
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024