Archive - 13 November 2006

Presiden Umno itu memberi amaran kepada ahli Umno supaya tidak mengambil kesempatan daripada pendekatannya yang agak lembut berbanding kepimpinan sebelumnya.

The government makes a dramatic U-turn today by disavowing its own estimation on bumi equity ownership. The correct figure is 21.8%.

There shouldn't be a time limit to achieving the targets of the Malay agenda, says Najib.

Although the premier did not mention Mahathir in his closed-door session with the party delegates, he nevertheless raised many of the issues previously raised by his predecessor.

A police report has been lodged over the incident which occurred during the Deepavali carnival at the Batu Caves temple.

Malay-language tabloid Harian Metro reported a 'secret' DVD depicting six prisoners being whipped but it was rapped by the Internal Security Ministry today for pandering to 'sensationalism'.

Karpal Singh wants to move a motion for the House to debate lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah's alleged breach of professional etiquette.

Orang Melayu terkenal dengan sikap lemah-lembut dan bijak bersandiwara. Dalam seloka, pantun dan kiasan, terselit makna amat tajam dan pedih untuk Pak Lah, Dr Mahathir dan tidak lupa Khairy Jamaluddin.

Pak Lah said recently he does not like insinuations and sarcasms. The best way to deal with such a situation is to shame the devil and be transparent.

The police have called up several journalists in connection with their 'inaccurate' reports on the gruesome murder which made headlines.

The government says affirmative action policies will carry on as long as there is unequal distribution of wealth between the races.

Deputy Internal Security Minister Fu Ah Kiow says such cases can be investigated under the Penal Code.

free Mahathir is able to shine as a leader because of his intellect plus good looks and stature. He projects a dignified and respected personality, says a reader.

An Umno leader says Abdullah must remain in power as long as the party wants him so that he can implement his policies.

Democracy is for sale - at a guaranteed high price. How will Malaysians react in the next general election?

free The latest assertion by Awang Adek reinforces earlier observation that the original 18.9% was simply plucked from the thin air to suit political expediency, says a reader.

The government's 'explanation' on bumiputera share ownership still cuts no ice with critics.

Many Umno members are disappointed because the former premier will not attend the Umno general assembly which begins today.

Analysts say Abdullah will still face questions over his performance after three years in office, including doubts raised by his predecessor.

'I will not run. I am here to stay. I have a long-term plan,' says Prime Minister Abdullah ahead of the Umno general assembly.