Mahathir in hospital again

Former Malaysian prime minister Mahathir Mohamad was admitted to hospital yesterday, the medical facility said, weeks after he was discharged following a check-up. 

The National Heart Institute said the 96-year-old was admitted for an "elective medical procedure" but did not provide further details.

Mahathir has had heart problems in the past, suffering several heart attacks.

He has been one of Malaysia's most dominant political figures in recent decades, serving twice as PM for a total of 24 years.