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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Aliff Aziz: As long as they're loved, it's good enough for me!
29 Jul - Aliff Aziz is not at all jealous of the relationship developing between his ex-wife Bella Astillah and Muar MP Syed Saddiq, saying that he is just happy to see his two kids being beloved by many. Speaking to the Singaporean media recently, the singer-actor said he is just happy that his son Ayden and daughter Ara are being taken care of by the people who love them. "That's the first thing that comes to my mind. Whoever the people that are close to them, as long as they love them and take good care of them, that's good enough for me," said Aliff. Aliff admitted it was hard for him to watch videos of his kids because it would make him sad. "I miss them so much. I pray every day to see them again and tell them what I have been keeping inside me. I think about you always and I miss you two so much," he added. The singer also said that he hopes that they will one day be reunited and that he can finally express everything that he has kept inside. Aliff, who ended his marriage with Bella in June last year, gave full custody of Ayden and Ara to the actress-singer. (Photo Source: Aliff Aziz IG, Bella Astillah IG)
New Straits Times
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Bella still keeps first photo taken with Syed Saddiq
KUALA LUMPUR: Actress and singer Bella Astillah recently captured the attention of netizens by revealing she still possesses a photograph from her very first encounter with the Muar Member of Parliament, Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman. Bella, whose full name is Dayang Ara Nabellah Awang Astillah, shared that this memorable photo was taken during a spontaneous meeting, which she described as quite significant to her. "Most interestingly, I still have the picture taken when we first met. At the time, Syed Saddiq simply greeted me and asked how I was doing," she recounted during a recent audio broadcast. "I happened to be holding my phone, so I asked him if we could take a picture. Syed Saddiq agreed and even used his own phone to capture the moment." Intriguingly, Syed Saddiq, 32, who was also part of the recording session, admitted he was excited by the mother-of-two's invitation for a photo. "I didn't save the picture, but I still remember the incident vividly. I was thrilled when Bella uploaded the picture and tagged me on social media. I kept reposting it," he said. Syed Saddiq and Bella have previously been in the spotlight on several occasions. They've appeared together in campaigns for local clothing brands and collaborated on the music video 'Tapi Bukan Denganmu'. These joint ventures sparked the 'BASS' phenomenon among fans, a playful combination of Bella and Syed Saddiq's names. This phenomenon, uniting figures from the worlds of entertainment and politics, has not only garnered attention in Malaysia but has also piqued the interest of entertainment enthusiasts in South Korea. Further fuelling speculation of a special relationship between them, Bella has also been seen accompanying Syed Saddiq at several of his court hearings.
Free Malaysia Today
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Gathering on assembly law reform turns tense in brief standoff with cops
Rallygoers were involved in a brief standoff with police outside Parliament this morning. KUALA LUMPUR : A gathering calling for the abolition of the Sedition Act and the reform of the Peaceful Assembly Act turned a little tense when a participant was allegedly manhandled by a policeman outside Parliament this morning. Student group Himpunan Advokasi Rakyat Malaysia (Haram) president Brendon Gan, who witnessed the incident, claimed that a policeman grabbed a demonstrator by the neck during a standoff at the barricade. 'Who gave the cops the right to do that?' he asked. 'If it wasn't for YB Syed Saddiq who came to help, who knows what would've happened?,' he said, referring to Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman. FMT has contacted the police for comment. The incident occurred as about 50 demonstrators – from electoral reform group Bersih, rights group Suaram, student groups, unions, and several civil society organisations – marched from Taman Tugu to Parliament to hand over a memorandum demanding reforms. They were stopped in the middle of the road by policemen who prevented them from reaching Parliament's gates. Protesters, some of whom turned up as early as 10.30pm despite the downpour, chanted 'long live the people, rise up against oppressive laws!' while beating drums and holding up banners that read 'fight draconian legislation'. The crowd was later met by several MPs and representatives, including Syed Saddiq; Perikatan Nasional's Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal; Teresa Kok, Syerleena Abdul Rashid, Dr Kelvin Yii, Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh and Khoo Poay Tiong from Pakatan Harapan; as well as Warisan's Isnaraissah Munirah Majilis. Addressing the crowd, Wan Fayhsal and the other MPs in attendance expressed support for the protesters. 'If I, as a parliamentarian with immunity, can be punished for speaking out, imagine the risks faced by citizens. I will ensure your voices reach the Dewan Rakyat,' Wan Fayhsal said. Yii, the Bandar Kuching MP from DAP, reaffirmed the constitutional right to peaceful assembly, saying it had long been part of Malaysia's democratic tradition. He urged the authorities not to suppress such gatherings but to instead 'facilitate them better', 'A bill will be tabled to amend the Peaceful Assembly Act,' he said. 'I haven't seen the final draft yet, but once I do, I will study it to ensure it includes the necessary reforms. 'Regardless of whether we agree with the message of a demonstration, we must respect their right to assemble.' Several other speakers criticised the government for failing to deliver on its promises to abolish the Sedition Act and ensure meaningful reform of public assembly laws. 'This is not the first time we've submitted a memorandum calling for the Sedition Act to be abolished,' said Bersih chairman Faisal Abdul Aziz. 'We've done it before. Today, we are here to demand that the government listens and acts.' Qistina Johari of Amnesty International Malaysia said peaceful assemblies and freedom of speech were being treated as 'a threat' by the authorities. 'Protests are not criminal. Protests are patriotic,' she said. 'The Sedition Act should have been abolished along with the British Empire — instead it's still being used to protect the powerful.'
Malaysiakini
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Unequal constituency allocations and what it means for democracy
LETTER | The recent news about Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman receiving only RM200,000 for his constituency - and with stringent conditions limiting its use to office expenses - is more than just a budgetary issue. It's a reflection of a political system still grappling with deep-seated practices of patronage and partisan control. We must understand: this isn't simply about numbers. It's about the way resources are distributed - often not based on need or merit, but on political allegiance. And that's a problem, because when fairness gives way to favouritism, when democracy is shadowed by partisanship, the people - the very heart of our nation - are the ones who lose. When Pakatan Harapan, including DAP, was in government, there was a promise - a commitment - to break these old patterns. They spoke of transparency, of equitable funding regardless of political stripes. Yet, as we see in Muar, these reforms are still works in progress. Entrenched systems don't change overnight. They test our patience and challenge our resolve. But make no mistake: when opposition MPs are restricted to spending their limited funds on office costs alone, unable to invest in public welfare or community development, the consequences are real and felt. It hinders their ability to serve constituents effectively and weakens the bond between elected leaders and the people they represent. This isn't just about politics. It's about community. About trust. About whether Malaysians feel their voices matter, regardless of the party they support. When political funding becomes a tool for division rather than unity, cynicism grows, and engagement falters. Syed Saddiq's creative efforts to raise funds outside of government channels show the spirit of resilience and dedication that inspires hope. But no one should have to carry that burden alone. Our democracy calls on us to do better. To build systems that empower every representative to serve their people fully and fairly. Only then can we build a Malaysia where fairness isn't an ideal, but a reality; where unity isn't just a slogan, but a shared experience. The views expressed here are those of the author/contributor and do not necessarily represent the views of Malaysiakini.
New Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Syed Saddiq gets RM200k Muar allocation with strict condition
MUAR: Muar member of parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman announced that his parliamentary constituency has finally received an allocation of RM200,000 after more than 500 days of negotiations. However, he said the allocation came with strict conditions and was limited to administrative purposes only, such as office rent, staff salaries, equipment, and office management. "The allocation cannot be used for any welfare aid, infrastructure improvements, or any form of contribution to the people. "It will be fully audited, and I agree 100 per cent," he said in a Facebook post yesterday. Syed Saddiq also compared the allocation received by government MPs, who receive up to RM20 million for one term, with Muar, which has so far only received RM200,000. Syed Saddiq, who has returned to attend the Dewan Rakyat sitting as the Muar MP, also stressed that his attendance at the Dewan Rakyat and parliamentary committees is 100 per cent. Despite facing official allocation constraints, he said he would continue to work hard and find new initiatives to raise funds to help the people of Muar. "In the past six months alone, through various new efforts, I have managed to contribute more than RM2 million for the welfare of the people of Muar through my own efforts. "Alhamdulillah, I will continue these efforts. One door closes, ten more open," he said.
