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Malaysia PM wins parliamentary test of support
It is the first time that a speaker has been removed in such a fashion in Malaysia, and sparks fury from the opposition
Things to know: Malaysiakini and what its case means for press freedom
Malaysiakini and editor-in-chief Steven Gan, who could face imprisonment if found guilty of contempt of court, await the Malaysian Federal Court's judgment
Malaysian news site faces contempt of court case
The case against Malaysiakini and editor-in-chief Steven Gan relates to 5 readers' comments posted under an article that were critical of the judiciary, with the attorney general saying they had eroded public confidence in the courts
Netherlands takes Russia to European court over MH17 downing
The Dutch government's move is designed to support cases brought by the relatives of dozens of victims to the European Court of Human Rights
Malaysia police question Australian Al Jazeera journalists
The probe into the Qatar-based network's program adds concerns about a widening media crackdown in Malaysia since a coalition headed by a scandal-plagued party took power in March
Malaysia slashes rates to record low to fight virus impact
Bank Negara Malaysia cuts its key rate by 25 basis points to 1.75%, its 4th straight reduction
Malaysia probes Al Jazeera documentary about migrant arrests
Concerns about worsening freedom of expression have been growing in Malaysia since the collapse of a reformist government in February and the return of a scandal-plagued party to power
Malaysia drops another high-profile corruption case
Musa Aman, ex-leader of Sabah state, is a senior member of the United Malays National Organization, which took control of the national government as part of a coalition in March
Spike in Malaysia virus cases as migrants are infected
Cases have been increasing rapidly since last week at centers where foreigners are detained on suspicion of being in the country illegally
Malaysian beauty queen sorry over racist U.S. protest remarks
Samantha Katie James, who competed in Miss Universe 2017, issues an apology for her statement regarding the riots in the US
Malaysia ex-PM Najib's 1st 1MDB trial nears end
Najib Razak's lawyers argue the 66-year-old is ignorant of the transactions into his accounts from a former unit of 1MDB, SRC International, and is a victim of others who masterminded the fraud
Former Malaysian PM Mahathir, 4 others sacked from Bersatu party
Mahathir Mohamad and 4 other federal lawmakers, including Mahathir's son, are sacked from the Bersatu Party for sitting with the opposition during a parliamentary event
Anger after Malaysia drops 'Wolf of Wall Street' charges
Malaysia's former attorney-general Tommy Thomas, who had taken the decision to prosecute the film producer, says the agreement is a 'sweetheart deal for Riza [Aziz] but terrible for Malaysia'
Malaysia drops charges against 'Wolf of Wall Street' producer
Riza Aziz, who is also the stepson of Malaysia's disgraced ex-leader Najib Razak, is accused of allegedly receiving nearly $250 million from the sovereign wealth fund 1MDB
Malaysia records slowest growth since 2009 due to virus
Malaysia's gross domestic product grows 0.7% in January-March 2020, the worst figure since 2009 but better than gloomy forecasts of contraction
Beijing continues South China Sea aggression during pandemic
The strategic waterway is choppy as ever as China presses on its expansive claims, leaving countries to battle a pandemic and defend their territories
U.S. announces $49-million settlement in Malaysia 1MDB scandal
The US Justice Department says it has now returned or helped Malaysia recover nearly $1.1 billion in funds and assets
Malaysia slashes rates to fight virus impact
Bank Negara Malaysia cuts the key rate to 2%, the lowest since the 2009 global financial crisis
Virus pushes Indonesia zoo animals to brink of starvation
'If a few more months pass and we don't get any aid from the government or other international organizations, then with a heavy heart we'll have to feed herbivores...to the carnivores.'
Malaysia turns back Rohingya boat over virus fears
The latest developments have sparked concerns of a repeat of a 2015 crisis when many Rohingya died at sea after Southeast Asian nations turned their boats back
U.S. returns $300 million of 1MDB money to Malaysia
'The amount of money stolen from the people of Malaysia is staggering, and we have been relentless in recovering assets that always should have been used for their benefit,' says US Attorney Nick Hanna
'Medibot' to do rounds on Malaysian virus wards
'Medibot' is a 1.5 meter tall white robot, equipped with a camera and screen via which patients can communicate remotely with medics
Fishing boat takes 202 Rohingya migrants to Malaysia
Authorities are investigating an information that 3 people, who escaped to sea after bringing the boat into Malaysian waters, were operatives of a human smuggling ring
55 Filipinos in Malaysia positive for coronavirus
Nine have been discharged from hospitals, according to Ambassador Charles Jose
Bangsamoro region orders LGUs to track attendees of Malaysia gathering
There were 215 Filipinos who joined the Itjima congregation at the recent 4-day tabligh gathering in Kuala Lumpur, says the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos
Malaysia to ban citizens from travel abroad, foreign arrivals
Malaysia has 566 virus cases according to a Johns Hopkins University tally, the highest number in Southeast Asia
Indonesia busts Malaysians for virus-mask smuggling
Authorities in Sumatra's Medan city prevent a pair of Malaysians from trying to smuggle 12,000 face masks back to their home country
PH hits China, Malaysia claims in West Philippine Sea
The Department of Foreign Affairs quietly files diplomatic notes at the United Nations asserting its claims in the West Philippine Sea
Malaysia, Thailand bar cruise ship over coronavirus fears
The Costa Fortuna is carrying dozens of Italians. Its operator says there are 'no suspected virus cases aboard.'
Malaysia anti-graft chief who investigated 1MDB quits
Latheefa Koya, a leading human rights activist who had been head of the anti-corruption commission since June, insists she was not pressured
Malaysia's new PM says no 'traitor' after turmoil
Muhyiddin Yassin defends his legitimacy as premier, saying he has secured majority support from MPs
New Malaysia PM sworn in amid crisis, Mahathir fights on
Muhyiddin Yassin takes the oath of office, capping a week of political turmoil following the collapse of the former ruling coalition and Mahathir's resignation
Malaysia in crisis as Mahathir rejects new PM
The victory of Muhyiddin Yassin and his coalition, which is dominated by the country's ethnic Malay Muslim majority, is a shock as Mahathir Mohamad appears to be in the lead
Malaysia's Mahathir loses PM race, scandal-plagued party returns
Not only does it remove a democratically elected government but it also signals the return to power of the United Malays National Organization, the scandal-plagued party of disgraced ex-leader Najib Razak
Malaysia's Mahathir, Anwar ally again amid crisis
The move is aimed at stopping a coalition dominated by the country's Muslim majority
Malaysian king hits back at Mahathir amid crisis
He rejects Mahathir Mohamad's plan to convene parliament to vote on the country's next prime minister, after it was widely criticized as against the constitution
Malaysia in turmoil as Mahathir, Anwar vie for power
(UPDATED) 'Party politics must be put aside for now. If allowed, I will try to form an inclusive government, not siding with any political parties,' says Mahathir Mohamad.
Malaysia's political machinations: What happens next?
Here are some details about the political crisis and what could happen next
Goldman pleads not guilty in Malaysia 1MDB case – report
Goldman Sachs International, Goldman Sachs (Asia), and Goldman Sachs (Singapore) are accused of giving false statements that led to large sums being misappropriated
Turmoil in Malaysia as PM Mahathir resigns
(4th UPDATE) Mahathir Mohamad, who already submitted his resignation to the king, is appointed interim leader until a new premier is found
Malaysia 1MDB fugitive spotted in virus-hit Chinese city
Low Taek Jho – commonly known as Jho Low – is accused of playing a major role in plundering billions of dollars from sovereign wealth fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad
Malaysia insists virus diagnosis from cruise passenger is correct
Fears are mounting that more of the 2,200 passengers and crew who disembarked may have been infected after one passenger was diagnosed with the novel coronavirus
Malaysia's former first lady goes on trial for corruption
Rosmah Mansor, wife of ex-prime minister Najib Razak, is on trial for allegedly bankrolling a luxurious lifestyle with kickbacks and stolen public money
China coronavirus outbreak: How governments have reacted
From border closures to flight bans, here are some of the steps states have taken to limit the spread of the virus
Asian nations try to shield against deadly coronavirus outbreak
The outbreak is sending shock waves through Asia's tourism industry, which has become increasingly reliant on growing numbers of Chinese visitors
The global spread of the coronavirus: Where is it?
(10th UPDATE) Here are the countries that have confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus
Singapore denies 'coup de grace' for botched executions
Malaysia-based Lawyers for Liberty alleges Singapore prison officers had been instructed to manually break the necks of prisoners if the rope used to hang them broke during executions
Badminton king Momota out for 2 months after car crash
Kento Momota focuses on full recovery as he hopes to return at the All England Championships on March 11
Badminton world No. 1 Momota hurt, driver killed in Malaysia crash
Police say Kento Momota, who is preparing for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, suffered a broken nose and cuts to his face when the van carrying him crashed
Angkas-like: Motorcycle taxis in Southeast Asia hit bumpy road toward gov’t recognition
Like Angkas in the Philippines, app-based services in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia want their governments to recognize motorcycles as official modes of transportation
