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Azam said MACC is working with authorities in Brazil, Singapore, the Netherlands, and other countries to obtain vital information. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Azam: MACC freezes RM217m in 100 bank accounts linked to Tan Sri amid offshore corruption probe

PKR election committee chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa (2nd left) during the PKR National Congress 2024/2025 media briefing in Johor Baru May 22, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 18 h ago

PKR election committee issues warning to Rafizi over ‘chai’ announcement

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the entrepreneur, who has since returned to Indonesia, will be questioned by investigators. — Picture via Instagram/Jovian Mandagie

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MACC to question Ismail Sabri’s ex-son-in-law Jovian Mandagie in corruption probe

Police step up security measures across Kuala Lumpur in preparation for the Asean Summit, ensuring the safety of delegates and smooth traffic management. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 2 h ago

Asean Summit in KL: Roads and places to avoid from May 23 to 28

Malaysia’s men’s doubles pair Nur Izzudin (left) and Goh Szi Fei (right) in action against France’s Eloi Adam and Leo Rossi during the ‘Perodua Malaysia Masters 2025’ at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, today. — Bernama pic

Sports / 15 h ago

All-Malaysian showdown set at Malaysia Masters as Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani face Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun

Abang Johari addresses the press conference flanked by Uggah (left) and Awang Tengah. — The Borneo Post pic

Malaysia / 18 h ago

State premier: Petronas, subsidiaries don’t need licence to operate in Sarawak, only exemption application required

Tengku Maimun, the first woman to serve as the country’s chief justice, is set to retire on June 30 upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 66. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Anwar: Govt considering extending Tengku Maimun’s tenure as chief justice

A RON95 fuel pump is pictured at a Shell petrol station in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur November 3, 2020. - Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Malaysia’s fuel subsidies waste billions and worsen inequality, economists warn

Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the inaugural Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 27. — Reuters pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Chinese premier to attend Asean-GCC Summit in KL next week

Teoh Beng Hock’s sister, Teoh Lee Lan, expressed the family’s disappointment with the outcome of the latest police investigation. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 18 h ago

Lawyer presses AGC to explain NFA decision in Teoh Beng Hock case

Fishermen clear a fishing net in the water on the partially dried up riverbed of the Indus River in Hyderabad, Pakistan April 25, 2025. Pakistan will not get water from rivers over which India has rights, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today, a month after a deadly attack in Indian Kashmir led New Delhi to suspend a key river water-sharing treaty between the neighbours. — Reuters pic

World / 16 h ago

Modi: Pakistan must pay ‘heavy price’ after Kashmir attack as India restricts water flow

The AGC said it had thoroughly reviewed and examined the investigation papers submitted but found insufficient evidence to support charges against any individuals.— Picture by Devan Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

AGC says insufficient evidence to charge anyone in latest probe into Teoh Beng Hock’s death

PKR election committee chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa (left) and the party’s secretary-general Fuziah Salleh take questions from reporters in Johor Baru May 22, 2025. — Picture by Ben Tan

Malaysia / 16 h ago

PKR central leadership election results expected by tomorrow night, says Dr Zaliha

The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar at 4.2705/2765 following a stronger US Dollar Index. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Money / 14 h ago

Ringgit ends lower on stronger US dollar after ratings cut sparks investor caution

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki speaks during a press conference at the MACC headquarters today. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

MACC to recall individuals linked to Sabah assemblymen corruption video

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Najib files for contempt of court, accuses former AG Terrirudin of concealing royal order granting house arrest

Datuk Seri Najib Razak has filed a contempt proceeding against former attorney general Tan Sri Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 – Datuk Seri Najib Razak has filed an application for leave to initiate committal proceedings against former attorney general (AG) Tan Sri Ahmad Terrirudin Mohd Salleh for alleged contempt of court.The application, filed by Najib’s legal team on May 21, 2025, accused Ahmad Terrirudin of failing...

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Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said the notice was issued to the family’s lawyer, Ramkarpal Singh, on Tuesday. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 34 m ago

IGP: Teoh Beng Hock’s family already informed of NFA decision via lawyer Ramkarpal on Tuesday

Azam brushed off the apparent criticism yesterday, saying he is used to public disapproval. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 2 m ago

‘I’m someone people don’t like’: Azam Baki responds to criticism over MACC contract renewal

Barisan Nasional chairman greeting attendees at Better Nation BN Forum titled 'What We Can Learn From the General Elections in Canada, Singapore, Australia' in Menara Dato' Onn. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 13 m ago

Respond in three hours or risk defeat, Zahid tells BN on countering social media attacks

The AGC said it had thoroughly reviewed and examined the investigation papers submitted but found insufficient evidence to support charges against any individuals.— Picture by Devan Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

AGC says insufficient evidence to charge anyone in latest probe into Teoh Beng Hock’s death

Ling was reported missing on April 9 while she was on her way to the MACC headquarters to provide a statement. A missing person’s report was lodged at 3.02pm that day. — File pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Azam: Missing Pamela Ling not a suspect in MACC money-laundering probe

A 27-year-old man was detained by members of the public after robbing a jewellery shop in Jalan Bunga Raya and handed over to police at 12.30pm, said Melaka Tengah Police Chief ACP Christopher Patit today. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Public detain 27-year-old man after alleged gold shop robbery in Melaka

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said among the outlined strategies include creating demand by empowering the Malaysia Truly Asia and Cuti-Cuti Malaysia brands, joint promotions with airlines and tour operators. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Zahid: Over 100 new flight routes approved to prepare for Visit Malaysia 2026

MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the entrepreneur, who has since returned to Indonesia, will be questioned by investigators. — Picture via Instagram/Jovian Mandagie

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MACC to question Ismail Sabri’s ex-son-in-law Jovian Mandagie in corruption probe

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US President Donald Trump steps off Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on May 22, 2025. Trump attended a private dinner at Trump National Golf Club. — AFP pic

World / 20 m ago

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This frame grab taken from UGC video handout footage by Instagram account user @Woodshieldposts on May 21, 2025 and released on May 22, 2025 shows a car submerged in a flooded area in the New South Wales town of Taree. — Picture via Instagram/@Woodshieldposts/AFP

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A keeper feeds an elephant as it is relocated to a ranch on the coast from Culiacan, Sinaloa state, Mexico May 20, 2025. — AFP pic

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The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar at 4.2705/2765 following a stronger US Dollar Index. — Picture By Raymond Manuel

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Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) deputy secretary-general (Technology Development) Datuk Mohd Nor Azman Hassan said Malaysia’s geography is very suitable for the country to play an important or significant portion of the space economy. — Bernama pic

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Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower in line with regional markets following the weaker Wall Street performance overnight amid growing concerns that the new US budget bill will put more stress on the already huge deficit. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Money / 20 h ago

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The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) extended its decline for a sixth consecutive session today, falling by 1.15 per cent to reach an intraday low amid continued selling pressure. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

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Money / 22 h ago

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Malaysia’s men’s doubles pair Nur Izzudin (left) and Goh Szi Fei (right) in action against France’s Eloi Adam and Leo Rossi during the ‘Perodua Malaysia Masters 2025’ at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, today. — Bernama pic

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Mikaela Cojuangco Jaworski, Chair of the IOC Coordination Commission, attends the 3rd IOC Brisbane 2032 Coordination Commission before a final press conference at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on May 22, 2025. — AFP pic

Sports / 16 h ago

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Ireland badminton team’s singles head coach Iskandar Zulkarnain Zainuddin has confirmed that he has been approached by the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) to join their ranks. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

Sports / 19 h ago

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Manny Pacquiao will come out of retirement aged 46 to fight Mario Barrios for the American’s WBC welterweight title. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

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