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  1. 3 HR AGO

    AGC defends murder charge in Klang crash; M'sia in crisis preparedness mode, says Zahid

    KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar has defended the decision to bring murder and drug-related charges over the death of factory worker and delivery rider Amirul Hafiz Omar.The move comes amid questions over the difficulty of securing a murder conviction, which requires prosecutors to prove intent or that the accused knew their actions could likely cause death.There were also queries as to why the prosecution did not additionally pursue a charge under the Road Transport Act for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the country is currently in crisis preparedness mode following global uncertainties which affect fuel prices.He said the current situation was caused by the global crisis and required the cooperation of all parties to deal with it together.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

    11 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    PM committed to disclosure of MACC-linked probes - Fahmi; Widow wants 'life for a life'

    KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the cabinet are committed to disclosing MACC-linked investigations, once both aspects are thoroughly probed, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said this in response to a question from a Bloomberg representative, who sought clarity on when the report on MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s shareholding will be made public, as well as his assurance that the report will be disclosed in its entiretyMeanwhile, in a separate story, a 28-year-old man was charged with murder today for the death of delivery rider Amirul Hafiz Omar.R Saktygaanapathy, however, did not enter a plea when charged at the Magistrate's Court. This is because murder cases are under the High Court's jurisdiction.Amirul's widow and mother of their three children, Nor Nadia Abdul Majid, wants the accused to pay with his life.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

    10 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Court orders Najib to pay US$1.3b to SRC; Chin still silent on identity of PKR MP

    KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered former premier Najib Abdul Razak to repay SRC International Sdn Bhd US$1.18 billion (RM4.77 billion) for losses the government-linked company had suffered.He was also directed to repay US$120 million of SRC funds that flowed into the former finance minister’s bank account.Judge Ahmad Fairuz Zainal Abidin delivered the ruling today in SRC’s civil suit against Najib and the company’s former chief executive officer, Nik Faisal Ariff Kamil, who is still at large.Meanwhile, in a separate story, more than 15 hours after businessperson Victor Chin’s deadline for a PKR MP to return RM9.5 million allegedly taken to help settle the "corporate mafia" scandal, the investor has yet to reveal the lawmaker’s identity.This has sparked speculation that the matter may have been resolved, possibly through a full refund to Chin.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

    10 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    'Sue Bloomberg' -PAS tells PM to respond to latest report; Driver in Klang crash remanded

    KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] PAS has challenged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to take legal action against Bloomberg if claims in a report against his leadership is not true.The media agency’s latest report quoted unnamed sources claiming that Anwar had asked “key people” in a probe on MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s shareholdings to hold off from making their findings public.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said the government must answer all the allegations levelled at them.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the death of a motorcyclist yesterday morning, following a collision with a driver who tested positive for alcohol and drugs, has reignited public fury over the menace of impaired driving on Malaysian roads.The Klang Magistrate’s Court granted a four-day remand order for the driver in his 20s today.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

    10 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Rafizi reveals Mr R & his boss, nuclear talk grows while PN at a crossroads as GE16 nears

    KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has “revealed” the identity of one “Mr R” and name-drops Mr R’s boss. In a Youtube video posted last night, Rafizi alleged that Mr R acted as a middleman who worked closely with the “corporate mafia”. He also claimed Mr R reported to a former aide of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Meanwhile, opposition MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said Perikatan Nasional has no formula to reconcile the conflict between the camps aligned with Muhyiddin Yassin and Hamzah Zainudin.The former Bersatu youth chief said that ahead of the next general election, PN needs to decide between maintaining its relationship with the party or working together with Hamzah and his new party.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

    10 min

  6. 26 MAR

    #KiniNews: RM9.5m was ‘a service fee’ - Chin; Rafizi vows to expose ‘Mr R’

    KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJ Apple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC Businessperson Victor Chin claims the money he allegedly paid to a PKR MP was a “service fee” to protect himself and his family. In a statement today, he said the amount was not meant to shut down investigations against him. Instead, he claims he was under pressure and forced to surrender his shares for free. Meanwhile, former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli believes Chin has concrete evidence of the scandal, or he would not have dared issue such an ultimatum. In a brief YouTube video posted last night, the former PKR deputy president suggested Chin may have recorded his conversation with the MP, whom he has given until Monday (March 30) to return the money or be publicly named. [KiniNews] _________________ 📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately! — Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

    10 min

  7. 25 MAR

    ‘I don’t know him’ — Ramanan denies link to Victor Chin, blames Rafizi

    Human Resources Minister R Ramanan has denied claims that he solicited RM10 million from businessperson Victor Chin over issues linked to the alleged “corporate mafia”. Ramanan, who is also a PKR vice-president, said he has never met Chin and insisted the accusations were being spread by “irresponsible parties”, adding that police reports will be lodged. Meanwhile, former PKR vice-president Sivarasa Rasiah has blasted Chin over the allegation, mocking him as an “imitator” of Sabah whistleblower Albert Tei. Sivarasa also challenged Chin to lodge a police report, hold a press conference, and publicly name the PKR lawmaker he claims was involved.

    9 min

  8. 19 MAR

    Corporate mafia- Rafizi warns against targeting one person; Tamim says will surrender if..

    KiniNews is now also available on Spotify and Apple podcasts.[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has warned that the government could be hit with another series of "explosive leaks” if it only targets businessperson Victor Chin over the “corporate mafia” allegations.The Pandan MP said he believed Chin probably keeps records and proof of all transactions he made in the course of his business, just like businessperson Albert Tei did in the Sabah mining corruption scandal."So, I would like to advise those in Putrajaya, those in the close circles of (Prime Minister) Anwar Ibrahim, Bukit Aman, and MACC: you should be careful," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, self-proclaimed activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak, who is being sought by authorities over the desecration of a sacred Hindu symbol, has agreed to surrender but on one condition.Tamim said he would return to the country and turn himself in to the police if authorities demolish a list of allegedly "illegal" Hindu temples.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/start?internal_source=kinitv

    9 min
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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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