Archive - 5 December 2006

According to the opposition leader, an UM academic was 'advised' against writing for a newspaper after he had criticised the university.

Rayappan Anthony's family lodges a police complaint of harassment after subpoenas were issued by Islamic authorities to appear in a syariah court.

Products, services and an environment which suits the needs for all including the disabled and the elderly should be the standards for future development, says a Japanese professor.

The Kuala Lumpur High Court has ordered that InventQjaya Sdn Bhd (IQJ) be wound-up for failure to pay RM240 million debts.

Mobile phones have overtaken fixed lines. Radio and TV are at saturation. But the Internet has hardly begun, says a consultant.

Deputy International Trade and Industry Minister Husni Hanadzlah says the 'three factors' that investors look at are strong in Malaysia.

One up and perhaps more to come - Taman Wahyu residents worry as a pylon for high tension power lines comes up behind their houses [video inside].

The minister wonders how the Bar Council can champion for an independent police watchdog when its own integrity is at stake.

Did Pak Lah commit an act of corruption when he announced the impromptu decision to Umno delegates on the eve of the Umno general assembly to award RM3 million of small contracts...

Bukit Gasing residents have photographs to prove that more is going on in their area than mere soil tests as claimed by the mayor. [video inside]

The Federal Constitution sets out the scope, coverage of issues and depth of meaning of the various Articles, including those of identity and religion.

Industry officials are bullish about the long-term prospects for crude palm oil, which is used in biofuel production.

They are demanding that the party leadership holds a special briefing to discuss this issue.

The opposition party says PAS is on the wrong track in implementing policies that punish women over their choice of attire.

The MP has met a transvestite from Brunei who said he moved to Malaysia because the rules here were more lenient.

Mini-skirts, see-through blouses and tight trousers are now off-limits for women in Kelantan.

updated version Both media powerhouses were severely punished by investors when their share prices dropped sharply after trading resumed today.

Urban poverty is deceptive and portrays an 'all is fine' image. If left unattended it can become a serious threat.

Universal Studios theme parks already operate in Japan and the United States where they offer attractions including 'Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride' and 'Terminator 2:3D'.