Malaysian couple in Sweden set to be released in July and September
Azizul Raheem and Shalwati Nor Shal who have been imprisoned in Sweden on child abuse charges are set to be released in July and September.
Tue Jun 03 2014
SUHAKAM concerned over corporal punishment on children in Malaysia
SUHAKAM is concerned over corporal punishment on children in Malaysia.
Mon Mar 31 2014
Shalwati Nor Shal and Azizul Raheem Awaluddin found guilty
The Solna District Court found the Malaysian couple guilty for repeated assaults and violation of their children's integrity, under Section 4A of Chapter 4 of the Swedish Penal Code.
Fri Mar 28 2014
Sweden trial: Judge to rule on March 28
Shalwati Nor Shal and Azizul Raheem Awaluddin will remain in detention until March 28 for the verdict to be given out. However, some restrictions have been lifted by the chief judge.
Mon Mar 17 2014
Welfare Department sends four reports to Sweden
Malaysia's Welfare Department sent four reports on the updates and well-being of the four children whose parents are detained in Sweden.
Fri Mar 07 2014
Shalwati admits to smacking Ammar once in Sweden
Shalwati admits to hitting her son Ammar once on the shoulder in their home in Spanga, Stockholm.
Wed Mar 05 2014
Azizul admits to hitting kids
Azizul Raheem Awaluddin testifies in court and admits to hitting children, but not in Sweden.
Mon Mar 03 2014
Children's testimonies expected to end, parents next week
Children's testimonies end today while Azizul and Shalwati will testify next week, followed by other expert witnesses.
Fri Feb 28 2014
"It felt like blood was coming out of my legs," says Azizul and Shalwati's eldest son
Ammar continues to shock the court with his dramatic accounts of numerous alleged incidents of his parents beating him and his siblings on the third day of trial.
Fri Feb 21 2014
Son wishes to be reunited with Azizul and Shalwati
On the third day of proceedings, the couple's son Ammar said he just wants his parents to come home and they all will be fine.
Thu Feb 20 2014
Should the media take sides in a court case?
A majority of the Malaysian media seems to have made up their minds of taking the side of the couple and defending them by trying to appeal to the Malaysian public to sympathise with them.
Thu Feb 20 2014
Couple's son identifies objects used to hit him on the second day of trial
The second day of Azizul Raheem Awaluddin and Shalwati Nor Shal's trial in Solna District Court began with the prosecution's video of Arif, 7.
Wed Feb 19 2014
Malaysian couple in Sweden pleads not guilty to all charges
The Malaysian couple, Shalwati Nor Shal and Azizul Raheem Awaluddin, who were accused of hitting their children, stood trial today in Stockholm, facing up to 10 years in prison if found guilty.
Tue Feb 18 2014
Malaysian couple detained in Sweden all set for trial
Defense lawyer, Kristofer Stahre said his client is all prepared to testify in court tomorrow at 4pm Malaysian time.
Mon Feb 17 2014
Malaysian couple detained will be deported if found guilty
Prosecutor is demanding for expulsion for both Shalwati and Azizul should they be found guilty for abuse of their children.
Fri Feb 14 2014
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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