Penang Court Acquits Four Men Accused in Iron Rod Attack on Lawyer
A Penang court has acquitted four men accused of involvement in an iron rod attack on a lawyer, citing insufficient evidence to proceed with the case.
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Malaysian Bar challenges Najib's reduced sentence as landmark hearings resume
The Malaysian Bar is pursuing an appeal against the recent reduction of former Prime Minister Najib Razak's sentence, marking a pivotal moment in the country's high-profile corruption litigation.
Wife of Missing Pastor Raymond Koh Seeks PM's Intervention as Court Halts Investigation Order
The wife of missing pastor Raymond Koh has appealed directly to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after the Court of Appeal stayed a High Court directive ordering police to resume their investigation into his 2017 disappearance.
Shafie Apdal Sentenced to Five Weeks' Jail for Contempt Over Zara Qairina Remarks
Former Sabah chief minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal has been handed a five-week custodial sentence after a court found him in contempt for statements connected to the inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir.
Malaysian Man Detained in South Korea After Fatal Stabbing Incident
A Malaysian national has been arrested by South Korean police in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred during a physical confrontation. The incident raises questions about safety for Malaysians abroad.
Malaya Chief Judge Strengthens Judicial Workforce with 17 New Commissioners to Clear Case Backlog
The Chief Judge of Malaya has appointed 17 new judicial commissioners in a significant staffing expansion aimed at reducing the High Court's substantial case backlog and improving judicial efficiency.
British Woman Sentenced to Six Years in Hong Kong Prison for £100,000 Blackmail Over False Rape Claim
A Hong Kong court has imprisoned a 26-year-old British woman for six years after finding her guilty of blackmailing a compatriot for £100,000 based on false rape allegations. Judge Adriana Noelle Tse Ching ruled the claim was fabricated.
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Indonesian Woman's Prison Sentence Exposes Healthcare and Support Gaps Across Southeast Asia
A five-year prison sentence handed to a 21-year-old Indonesian woman in Sarawak has drawn criticism from health advocates who argue it reflects systemic failures in reproductive healthcare, legal support, and social protection across Southeast Asia.
Zizie Izette Faces Verdict in Seven-Year Legal Marathon Over RM2.8 Million Graft Case
After seven years of legal proceedings, former actress Zizie Izette faces a verdict today in a corruption case linked to her late husband Bung Moktar Radin and an alleged RM2.8 million scheme.
Zara Qairina inquest: Mother required emotional support during legal proceedings, psychiatrist testifies
A psychiatrist has testified in Kota Kinabalu's coroner's court that Noraidah Lamat, mother of Zara Qairina Mahathir, required emotional and psychological support as the inquest examined circumstances surrounding her daughter's death.
Federal Court's Delay in Ruling Due to Judge's Illness Is Not Unusual, Says Chief Justice
Federal Court Chief Justice Abu Bakar Jais has defended the postponement of a ruling, stating that delays arising from judicial illness are not extraordinary occurrences within the Malaysian court system.
Food Delivery Rider Acquitted in Major Cannabis Trafficking Case
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has acquitted a food delivery rider of trafficking charges involving 29.23kg of cannabis, overturning his earlier conviction and sentence in a significant legal development.
Kelantan Syariah Court Delays Trial of 14 Men in Cross-Dressing Case
A Kelantan Syariah court has postponed the trial of 14 men charged with cross-dressing at a Jalan Mahmood apartment, marking another delay in a case that reflects ongoing tensions over Islamic law enforcement in Malaysia.