Archive - 21 May 2005

The prime minister should direct Malaysia Airlines to remedy all sexist clauses in the collective agreement with its employees union.

There is something to be said of government officials who, in the name of religion and upholding morality, invade our bookshelves, living rooms and earphones.

The opposition stalwart questions the government's move to settle the claims when the company has already been removed from the double-tracking rail project.

Although cigarettes did not exist when contemporary religious scriptures were written centuries ago, it is implied that they prohibit tobacco use in any form, says an activist and scholar.

The trial usage of MyKad for arrivals in Sarawak from May 1 and in Sabah from last Monday had gone well, says Dr Maximus Ongkili.

Internet 'gateways', aided by systems developed by western intelligence agencies, has forged a virtual sword that threatens to block the path to democracy in China.

The authorities have given the owner, who is also the self-styled spiritual leader's wife, until May 28 to tear down the structures, including a giant vase and pitcher.

At least two of the orangutans performing in a show at the Kuala Lumpur Bird Park were of the Sumatran variety, which is classified as 'criticially endangered', says Dr Ian Singleton.

The authorities have seized pirated DVDs worth RM5 million, including copies of the latest Star Wars movie Revenge of the Sith, according to reports in the local media.