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US banks deem Malaysia a 'high-risk money laundering' destination

US banks deem Malaysia a 'high-risk money laundering' destination

In leaked reports, the banks detail how M'sian banks facilitated hundreds of thousands ringgit in transactions it deemed 'suspicious'.

US banks didn’t act on ‘suspicious’ Jho Low, 1MDB-linked transfers until too late, leak shows

US banks didn’t act on ‘suspicious’ Jho Low, 1MDB-linked transfers until too late, leak shows

Some of the banks involved only filed reports years after the transactions, documents say.

DPP says indictments against Guan Eng today 'mother of all charges'

DPP says indictments against Guan Eng today 'mother of all charges'


Guan Eng charged with wrongfully misappropriating two plots of state land

Guan Eng charged with wrongfully misappropriating two plots of state land

The former Penang chief minister is accused of causing the transfer of the plots to two developers.

Guan Eng and Phang claim trial to graft, Chew to Amla charges

Guan Eng and Phang claim trial to graft, Chew to Amla charges

UPDATED 12.45PM | All charges are in relation to alleged dealings with private company Excel Property Management and Consultancy Sdn Bhd.

Guan Eng charged in connection with RM3.3m bribe for undersea tunnel project

Guan Eng charged in connection with RM3.3m bribe for undersea tunnel project

UPDATED 1PM | Ex-CM allegedly used his position for personal gratification to help a tunnel contractor company.

Astro fined by MCMC for re-airing Al Jazeera's 'Murder in Malaysia' film

Astro fined by MCMC for re-airing Al Jazeera's 'Murder in Malaysia' film

The fine, for an episode re-aired five years ago, comes amid fresh investigations on Al Jazeera.

Monash University M'sia to cooperate in sexual abuse probe against lecturer

Monash University M'sia to cooperate in sexual abuse probe against lecturer

The lecturer, who is also a prominent activist, was arrested after allegedly molesting a trainee doctor.

NGO activist welcomes probe, denies sexual assault claims

NGO activist welcomes probe, denies sexual assault claims

The activist says one accuser is seeking revenge after losing a civil suit.

Trade association raises concern over Top Glove's 'A' rating for labour practices

Trade association raises concern over Top Glove's 'A' rating for labour practices

Top Glove cited the rating to debunk claims of exploitation at its factories, as alleged by a British TV network.

Suspended PKR assemblyperson to 'sit as Bersatu rep' in Penang

Suspended PKR assemblyperson to 'sit as Bersatu rep' in Penang

UPDATED 11.47AM | Dr Afif Bahardin says he has been sacked from PKR but it is unclear if he has formally submitted his membership to Bersatu.

Dozens of stranded tourists held in Covid-19-ridden immigration depot since May

Dozens of stranded tourists held in Covid-19-ridden immigration depot since May

They were nabbed for 'overstaying' their visa, even though all flights to their home countries were suspended.

Covid-19 'death in custody' was a stranded tourist - but immigration says he didn't die

Covid-19 'death in custody' was a stranded tourist - but immigration says he didn't die

The Indian High Commission told his family the man, who entered Malaysia in March, has died, but Immigration Dept denies this.

Women leaders show solidarity with Hannah Yeoh

Women leaders show solidarity with Hannah Yeoh

This comes after the Segambut MP had a run-in with the police over her child marriage tweet.

PM candidate issue like a bone stuck in Harapan's throat - Amanah leader

PM candidate issue like a bone stuck in Harapan's throat - Amanah leader

Mujahid claims the blockage persists because of certain 'friends'.
Dark days if PN remains in power, claims Mujahid

Dark days if PN remains in power, claims Mujahid

'PN is a government that has lost focus and is only interested in maintaining power.'

Penang reduces affordable home prices by 10 pct

Penang reduces affordable home prices by 10 pct

Low and medium-cost apartment unit prices will be maintained at RM42,000 and RM72,500.
Several Penang mosques to decide whether to allow foreigners to join prayers

Several Penang mosques to decide whether to allow foreigners to join prayers

Penang mufti says several mosque committees will be allowed to use discretion in allowing Muslim foreigners to join congregational prayers.
Proposal to open M'sia to business travellers 'unwise', says Gerakan

Proposal to open M'sia to business travellers 'unwise', says Gerakan

The party's national vice-president says the safety and health of Malaysians is paramount.

We are not mere 'rubber stamp', CM tells Ismail

We are not mere 'rubber stamp', CM tells Ismail

Chow says his June 7 statement 'made it very clear' that Penang will implement recovery MCO, JKKN's June 2 meeting minutes prove so.

Penang PAS Youth accuse Guan Eng, Thomas of abusing positions

Penang PAS Youth accuse Guan Eng, Thomas of abusing positions

They were accused of abusing their power to unfreeze the bank accounts of a prominent businessperson.

C4 founder to be quizzed by police, activists flay use of oppressive laws

C4 founder to be quizzed by police, activists flay use of oppressive laws

The NGO called for investigations after audio was leaked of a plan to lure MPs to defect.

Dangerous driving laws should apply to all road abusers - Gerakan leader

Dangerous driving laws should apply to all road abusers - Gerakan leader

He says there are many other dangerous drivers who should be also reined in.

NGOs welcome move to cancel funds for Penang cable car project

NGOs welcome move to cancel funds for Penang cable car project

They say the environment will be better off and the funds can be put to better use.