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Datuk Seri Najib Razak has maintained that the RM2.08 billion he received in 2013 was a Saudi donation and not 1MDB funds, and will learn his fate at the High Court today, nearly seven years after being charged in 2018. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 9 h ago

After six-year wait, Najib faces High Court judgment in RM2.2b 1MDB trial today — will the ‘Saudi donation’ defence hold?

The Federal Court also ordered that Najib’s application for judicial review be heard before a new High Court judge. Hence the matter before Justice Alice Loke.
What You Think  / 7 h ago

High Court decision on addendum order is sufficiently supported by authorities but nonetheless stands corrected on appeal — Hafiz hassan

Supporters of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak outside the Federal Court in Putrajaya, December 26, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Judge: Najib no ‘country bumpkin’, attempts to paint him as ignorant doomed to fail

Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak seen entering court this morning. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 3 h ago

Three hours in, Najib’s 1MDB judgment adjourned — courtroom drama paused for Friday prayers

Lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah is pictured at the Federal Court during proceedings related to the 1MDB trial. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

‘Pure fantasy’ to suggest 1MDB’s officers colluded with Jho Low against Najib, High Court says

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is accused of using his three positions — as prime minister, finance minister and chairman of 1MDB’s board of advisers — to obtain financial benefits totalling RM2.22 billion for himself. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 23 m ago

High Court convicts Najib on four abuse of power charges over RM2.2b 1MDB funds

Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak is seen here at the Kuala Lumpur court complex on November 25, 2025. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 1 h ago

High Court throws out Najib’s ‘Saudi donation’ claim in 1MDB trial, finds defence untenable

The Petronas Twin Towers frame a 1MDB logo on a billboard at the Tun Razak Exchange project in Kuala Lumpur, July 8, 2015. — AFP pic
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

1MDB: Inside Malaysia’s extraordinary tale of missing billions and political downfall

Gold, silver and copper have surged to record highs as investors seek protection from geopolitical uncertainty, a weaker US dollar and rising industrial demand linked to artificial intelligence and the energy transition. — AFP pic
Money  / 19 h ago

Why gold, silver and copper are surging to record highs — and why the rally may not be over

The suspect was charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries a death sentence or imprisonment of between 30 and 40 years. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 5 h ago

Body-in-bag case: Suspect charged with murder of Suri Narudin in Tampin

When you’re around Bukit Ceylon, look for the ‘ikan bakar’ served at Fatimah Corner — Picture by Lee Khang Yi
Eat-drink  / 8 h ago

When in the city centre, drop by Lorong Ceylon’s Fatimah Corner for perfectly cooked ‘ikan bakar’ for lunch

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming expressed his disappointment that there still were some who littered, especially in city centres and public areas. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 7 h ago

Nga Kor Ming says urban cleanliness is shared responsibility, warns of stiffer fines from Jan 1

A woman and her son died in a fire at an apartment in Dato Senu People’s Housing Project (PPR) Sentul this morning. — Screengrab via video on social media
Malaysia  / 2 h ago

Fatal fire at Sentul PPR claims lives of mother and son, bodies found in toilet

The ringgit extended its rally today, opening higher to reach another five-year high against the US dollar amid a holiday-shortened trading week. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Money  / 7 h ago

Ringgit strengthens further, touches five‑year high at 4.0410 against dollar

The victim, a 40-year-old local man working in the private sector, was deceived into participating in a fictitious investment scheme. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 6 h ago

Private sector worker in Miri cheated of RM238,000 in bogus China investment

Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Najib Razak menyampaikan ucapan pada sambutan Hari Kastam Sedunia ke-36 di PICC 24 Januari 2018. u00e2u20acu201d Foto Bernama
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Grab sponsorship opportunities for education, better future, says Najib

Education Minister Datuk Seri Mahdzir Khalid giving a press conference after the ground breaking ceremony of the Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Serada building, Banggol Cempedak February 8, 2018. u00e2u20acu201d Bernama pic
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Education Ministry supports school taking action against those spreading lies

MCA deputy president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong gives his speech during the MCA Strengthen Team Johor event, at the Taman Johor Jaya Multipurpose hall in Johor Baru March 18, 2018. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Hari Anggara
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

MCA’s Wee says unfazed by Pakatan’s pick for Ayer Hitam seat

Penang Umno Liaison chief Datuk Seri Zainal Abidin Osman speaks to reporters during a press conference in George Town July 11, 2017. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by KE Ooi
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

20 years under Opposition, Permatang Pauh constituents miss out RM120m worth of allocations

Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Skipper, two crew members feared drowned off Pulau Payar, Langkawi

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks during a press conference at Bukit Aman in Kuala Lumpur, July 31, 2015. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

BN confident of winning back Hutan Melintang seat

Tan Sri James Jemut Masing arrives for the swearing in ceremony for the Sarawak Cabinet in Kuching May 13, 2016. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Sulok Tawie
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

PRS urges BN to allow SUPP to contest seats in GE14

Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim kesal berikutan isu gangguan bekalan air di Selangor tidak menemui jalan penyelesaian konkrit. u00e2u20acu201d Foto ihsan Facebook/Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Selangor MP calls for MACC to probe management of water in the state

Chiranuch was charged over 10 comments posted on the popular Prachatai news site in 2008. u00e2u20acu201d AFP pic
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Courts deny auctioneers blindsided, cites multiple engagements before e-Lelong

Wanita Umno chief Sri Shahrizat Abdul Jalil gives a speech during the launch of Perak Barisan Nasional's Wanita and Puteri machinery in Perak March 18, 2018. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Marcus Pheong
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Shahrizat says won’t contest Sungai Besar parliamentary seat in GE14

Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Body of victim feared drowned in Sungai Hulu Langat found

Datuk Wee Ka Siong said the decision on whether to contest or not lies with Najib, April 30, 2014.u00e2u20acu201d Picture by K.E. Ooi
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Guan Eng declines debate and I’m a coward? MCA deputy asks

Minister of Home Affairs, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speaks during the u00e2u20acu02dcMajlis Ramah Mesra Bersama Anggota Polisu00e2u20acu2122 programme in Teluk Intan, Perak, May 25, 2014. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Zahid says will ‘retire’ from politics before turning 93

Umno president Datuk Seri Najib Razak delivers his keynote address during the opening of the 2013 United Malays National Organisation General Assembly at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur December 5, 2013. u00e2u20acu201du00c2u00a0Reuters pic
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

BN may announce candidates earlier for GE14, says Najib

Umno president Datuk Seri Najib Razak delivers his keynote address during the opening of the 2013 United Malays National Organisation General Assembly at the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur December 5, 2013. u00e2u20acu201du00c2u00a0Reuters pic
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

BN may announce candidates earlier for GE14, says Najib

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak delivers a speech during the Hulu Selangor Umno division meeting in Kuala Kubu Baru, August 2, 2015. u00e2u20acu201d Bernama pic
Malaysia / 18 Mar 2018

Najib approves RM2.3b for Bagan Datuk development