Archive - 15 September 2004

Review rejection a reason to push for free courts, says Anwar

Review rejection a reason to push for free courts, says Anwar

Reacting to the Federal Court's review this morning in upholding his corruption conviction, political dark horse says his struggle for reform has not ended.
Ibrahim: Umno decision on Anwar ridiculous

Ibrahim: Umno decision on Anwar ridiculous

Sacked Kelantan Umno division chief Ibrahim Ali has criticised the supreme council's decision to shut former deputy president Anwar Ibrahim out of the party.
UM students picket over dubious polls

UM students picket over dubious polls

The undergraduates were upset with the authorities recording the serial numbers on ballot papers, fearing that it will be used to trace those who voted for the 'anti-establishment' candidates.
Hike in tax on cigarettes unproductive, say MPs

Hike in tax on cigarettes unproductive, say MPs

The hike in cigarette prices has not gone down well with several parliamentarians, as the Dewan Rakyat continues its debate on Budget 2005.
Anwar not expected to seek royal pardon

Anwar not expected to seek royal pardon

By doing so, says a PKR leader, the former deputy premier would be admitting that he is indeed guilty.
Guan Eng: Role for Anwar on the sidelines

Guan Eng: Role for Anwar on the sidelines

Anwar could still lead Parti Keadilan Rakyat as a 'conscience leader' or 'spiritual adviser' and continue to push for genuine reforms.
Anwar menghadapi jurang kebolehpercayaan?

Anwar menghadapi jurang kebolehpercayaan?

Mungkinkah Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim sudah berubah ataupun mungkinkah dia masih seorang politikus licik yang bergeliga otaknya. Anwar perlu nyatakan pendiriannya!
Understanding the Anwar judgment

Understanding the Anwar judgment

LJ in his letter, 'Court believed in Anwar's sexual shenanigans', tried to rebut Adcin's letter, 'Mahathir exposed with Anwar's acquittal', by stating that:...
Aspersions cast on Suhakams ability to monitor student polls

Aspersions cast on Suhakams ability to monitor student polls

The Higher Learning Ministry has dismissed Suhakam's intention to monitor the campus polls as 'hangat-hangat tahi ayam' (loss of initial enthusiasm).
The anal question of Anwars sodomy trial

The anal question of Anwars sodomy trial

Anwars Federal Court judgment must be seen in entirety

Anwars Federal Court judgment must be seen in entirety

Anwar, be proud of Umno rejection

Anwar, be proud of Umno rejection

Anwars fiscal policies doubtful

Anwars fiscal policies doubtful

PR for Vijay if he was Indonesian

PR for Vijay if he was Indonesian

No goodies for Kelantan in 2005 Budget

No goodies for Kelantan in 2005 Budget

Employing on merit, not race

Employing on merit, not race

Cronies shouldnt raid Tabung Haji coffers

Cronies shouldnt raid Tabung Haji coffers

Emigrating from divide and rule

Emigrating from divide and rule

Overkill in war on terror 'eroding democracy'

Overkill in war on terror 'eroding democracy'

The latest anti-terrorism methods to counter alleged threats to national security and public safety are being seen as a warning that the war on terrorism is turning into a war on rights, freedom and democracy.
Mahkamah Persekutuan kekal hukuman ke atas Anwar

Mahkamah Persekutuan kekal hukuman ke atas Anwar

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim terpaksa menunggu selama lima tahun sehingga 14 April 2008 untuk aktif semula dalam politik tanahair.
A way forward for peace in Sri Lanka

A way forward for peace in Sri Lanka

Power politics and opportunist intentions are causing regression in the peace process in Sri Lanka.
Bombs and ballots, facts and fiction

Bombs and ballots, facts and fiction

Terrorists attacks are more likely to occur during election year, but how do they actually affect the results?
Logging giant threatens to sue Greenpeace over report

Logging giant threatens to sue Greenpeace over report

Geenpeace has received a letter from the lawyers of Rimbunan Hijau demanding an apology and the withdrawal of a report published in February.
Act on plight of jailed Burmese activists, UNHCR told

Act on plight of jailed Burmese activists, UNHCR told

Nineteen Burmese activists have remained behind bars since May. They are still waiting for their charges of illegal entry to be heard in court.
Kelantan put under quarantine as bird flu spreads

Kelantan put under quarantine as bird flu spreads

The state was put under quarantine to prevent the spread of bird flu as three more villagers were hospitalised after developing symptoms.
Anwars application for judicial review rejected

Anwars application for judicial review rejected

The Federal Court has found no reason to review the conviction and sentence meted out to former deputy premier Anwar Ibrahim for corrupt practice.
Tomb raiders return to plunder Sibu graves

Tomb raiders return to plunder Sibu graves

Tomb raiders have struck again in Sarawak, digging up graves in search for gold ornaments after lying low for about seven months.