Malaysiakini compares the key news and views in major newspapers. What is today's agenda for the English, Bahasa, Tamil and Chinese papers?

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English newspapers

Both New Straits Times and the Star headlined Anwar Ibrahim's release on a RM20,000 personal bond after being charged with sodomy.

Bahasa newspapers

Similarly Utusan Malaysia and Berita Harian also led with Anwar being charged and subsequently released on bail.

Tamil newspapers

Likewise all Tamil newspapers - Tamil Nesan, Malaysia Nanban and Makkal Osai - also fronted Anwar's release on bail.

Editorial

New Straits Times raised the issue of teachers with mental illness following the case of a teacher who uttered racial slurs in Selangor.

Berita Harian urged all contesting parties to cooperate in ensuring that the Permatang Pauh by election runs smoothly.

Makkal Osai noted that Beijing Olympic Games beginning on 08.08.08, today, is the talk of the town.

Malaysia Nanban cautioned the public to be aware of their safety following an increase in robbery.