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Lawyer questions 'peculiar' nature of graft charge against former PM Ismail Sabri

The legal team representing former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has challenged the nature of corruption charges, arguing the case involves conduct already covered under separate MACC Act provisions, raising questions about prosecutorial approach.

By Sarah Chen · 27 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Activist Tamim Dahri Pleads Not Guilty to Damaging Hindu Sacred Object in Langkawi

Activist Tamim Dahri Abdul Razak has pleaded not guilty to charges of damaging a sacred Hindu object in Langkawi during an incident in March. The case raises questions about religious tolerance in Malaysia.

By Sarah Chen · 21 Jul 2026 · 3 min read