Former reality show contestant granted bail in ongoing rape investigation, say Johor cops Posted on December 2, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 — A former contestant of a local television comedy reality show, arrested recently on suspicion of raping a woman in her 20s, has been granted police bail. Johor Baru South District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Raub Selamat, confirmed the release when contacted by national daily Berita Harian today. “The suspect was released on police bail two days ago, pending further instructions from the Attorney General’s Chambers,” he said. The 40-something-year-old suspect was previously remanded for five days starting November 29 to assist the investigation under Section 376 of the Penal Code for rape. If convicted, he faces a prison sentence of five to 20 years and whipping. News
PM Anwar meets EU leaders to strengthen ties, regional cooperation Posted on January 21, 2025 BRUSSELS, Jan 20 — Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met leaders of the European Union (EU) at the Europa Building here today. Upon arriving at the seat of the European Council and Council of the European Union, Anwar, who is here on a two-day working visit to Belgium,… Read More
‘This is slander’: Video of PM Anwar’s CNN interview on Israel-Palestine conflict edited, does not reflect full context, says Fahmi; MCMC ordered to investigate Posted on November 16, 2024 PUTRAJAYA, Nov 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s interview on the Israel-Palestine conflict with CNN’s Richard Quest recently was edited by irresponsible parties to give an impression that the government recognised the existence of Israel, which is aimed at creating confusion. Unity government spokesman Fahmi Fadzil, also the… Read More
Rafizi: Malaysia on track to achieve developed nation status by 2027 Posted on December 12, 2024 GEORGE TOWN, Dec 11 — Malaysia is on track to achieve developed nation status as early as 2027, Economic Affairs Minister Rafizi Ramli said. He noted that the country had previously missed out on achieving this milestone twice. “Based on the current projection of the country’s economic growth and currency… Read More