Ex-Goldman banker Ng, convicted in 1MDB case, sues ex-boss Leissner for $130 mln
Ng accused his former boss of repeatedly lying in order to steal his investments in Celsius Holdings and Sentient Technologies.
Sat Nov 12 2022
MACC still investigating ex-Astro CEO case
MACC is still investigating the case involving former Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd group CEO Datuk Rohana Rozhan in connection with the US$10 million allegedly received from Tim Leissner.
Wed Apr 13 2022
US jury begins deliberations in ex-Goldman banker's 1MDB corruption trial
Prosecutors say Roger Ng helped Tim Leissner embezzle money from 1MDB, launder the proceeds and bribe officials to win business for Goldman.
Wed Apr 06 2022
In court, a former Goldman star recounts his lies and bribes in 1MDB deceit
Leissner has admitted to taking $60 million in kickbacks, lying to the bank about his corrupt deals, and twice forging divorce documents.
Thu Mar 10 2022
Tengku Zafrul: I had never attended any meeting about TIA
Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz has denied allegations by former Goldman Sachs banker Tim Leissner that he attended a meeting on the Terengganu Investment Authority (TIA) in 2009.
Thu Mar 03 2022
Ex-Goldman banker testifies at 1MDB trial that he 'lied a lot,' misled women
Leissner testified that he and Ng played a key role in the scheme and that he personally transferred $35 million in kickbacks to Ng.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Malaysian financier said he discussed 1MDB probe with Trump allies - Testimony
Tim Leissner offered a glimpse of what he had heard from financier Jho Low about the attempted deal, on the sixth day of his testimony.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Govt will use all related agencies, political will to probe 1MDB case - Mas Ermieyati
Mas Ermieyati provided the assurance, saying that political will was needed to investigate the case.
Tue Mar 01 2022
MACC freezes ex-media CEO's assets worth US$10 million - Azam Baki
Azam Baki said the Commission would continue its efforts to recover and help return the related monies lost through 1MDB to the country.
Tue Mar 01 2022
Anwar submits motion to discuss Leissner's disclosure on 1MDB scandal
It includes to discuss the disclosure of corruption, abuse of power and institutional malpractice, especially BNM in relation to 1MDB.
Mon Feb 28 2022
Star witness against ex-Goldman banker says wives used to disguise 1MDB kickbacks
Two Goldman Sachs GS.N bankers concocted a scheme involving their wives to conceal kickbacks they received for helping to loot 1MDB fund.
Fri Feb 25 2022
Tawfiq denies Leissner's bribery allegation
Dr Tawfiq Ayman, the husband of former BNM governor Zeti Akhtar today denied the bribery allegation made against him by Goldman Sachs former banker Tim Leissner in the ongoing trial linked to 1MDB.
Thu Feb 24 2022
Ex-Goldman banker testifies that 1MDB deal made him a "hero"
A former Goldman Sachs partner testified on Wednesday that he and a colleague became "heroes" at the bank for bringing in billions in business from Malaysia's 1MDB sovereign wealth fund.
Thu Feb 17 2022
Ex-Goldman banker testifies 'greed and ambition' motivated 1MDB bribery
A former Goldman Sachs partner testified on Wednesday that "greed and ambition" drove his involvement in a bribery scheme.
Thu Feb 17 2022
Ex-Goldman partner to testify against former colleague in 1MDB corruption trial
Ng has pleaded not guilty and his defence lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, said in his opening statement that Ng had no role in the scheme.
Wed Feb 16 2022
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
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
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