Archive - 30 January 2009

KLIA East @ Labu 'shelved'

KLIA East @ Labu 'shelved'

breaking news The RM1.6 billion LCCT has apparently been shelved following a meeting today between Deputy Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak and the two key project proponents - AirAsia and Sime Darby.
Entry ban: MP files for review

Entry ban: MP files for review

PKR parliamentarian for Padang Serai N Gobalakrishnan has applied for leave for a judicial review on his entry ban into Sarawak last Dec 24.
Perak defection rumours continue to swirl

Perak defection rumours continue to swirl

A chain of events involving Pakatan Rakyat in Perak has now put two of its state excos in the spotlight, allegedly for planning to leave the alliance and become independent state reps.
BN backbenchers: Police training needs revamp

BN backbenchers: Police training needs revamp

Following Kugan's death in police custody, the BN Backbenchers Club proposed several revamps to the police force, including the review of the police selection process and discarding the practices of using force to extract information.
Batang Kali massacre: Britain rejects inquiry

Batang Kali massacre: Britain rejects inquiry

batang kali massacre 1948 121208 After more than 60 years of trying to seek justice for the victims, attempts to get the British government to hold a public inquiry still fall on deaf ears. [VIDEO INSIDE]
'Rebel' Samy returns to MIC to hasten changes

'Rebel' Samy returns to MIC to hasten changes

kp samy One year after he was sacked, KP Samy was yesterday allowed to return to the party. The fierce critic of the party president reveals his reasons for rejoining MIC.
Four Negeri BN reps to defect 'real soon', claims PKR

Four Negeri BN reps to defect 'real soon', claims PKR

Four BN state assemblypersons in Negeri Sembilan are keen to defect to Pakatan Rakyat, according to a Seremban-based PKR supreme council member.
Erdogan receives hero's welcome

Erdogan receives hero's welcome

He returned home to a hero's welcome today after storming off the stage at the World Economic Forum during a spat over Israel's war in the Gaza Strip.
Calls for Sri Lanka ceasefire as civilians trapped

Calls for Sri Lanka ceasefire as civilians trapped

LTTE has been urged to allow civilians to leave areas under their control and the Sri Lankan government told to stop blocking international aid.
The poor will appreciate more help, less talk

The poor will appreciate more help, less talk

The federal gov't must ensure that its socio-economic policies are implemented with efficient delivery systems that will reach the lower rungs of society.

Are all suspects in custody demons?

Are all suspects in custody demons?

Are the Indians paying for their revolt?

Are the Indians paying for their revolt?

An apology too much to ask from Home Minister?

An apology too much to ask from Home Minister?

Kayveas, it is time to make a stand

Kayveas, it is time to make a stand

Economic depression vs internal depression

Economic depression vs internal depression

A nation-in-waiting

A nation-in-waiting

Demise of BN is inevitable

Demise of BN is inevitable

What has happened to AirAsia?

What has happened to AirAsia?

Investigate bribery of journalists

Investigate bribery of journalists

Hidden blowpipes for the unwary Malayans

Hidden blowpipes for the unwary Malayans

'Obama's seat for sale' governor ousted

'Obama's seat for sale' governor ousted

The state Senate voted 59 to 0 that Democrat Rod Blagojevich abused his power and should be removed from office.
Nation faces worst-ever dengue outbreak

Nation faces worst-ever dengue outbreak

There are 14 deaths and some 5,062 cases of the mosquito-borne disease so far this year.
Dude, where is my third vote?

Dude, where is my third vote?

But where is my third vote now that Pakatan Rakyat has been in power for nearly a year in the five states?

'Poor performer' remark irks  Penang chambers head

'Poor performer' remark irks Penang chambers head

rizal faris mohideen abdul kadir 'Many senior PKR leaders feel they have been overlooked in the last appointment of councillors. Therefore those from the NGOs are being made scapegoats.'
Pakatan leaders concerned over 'abuse' of Umno man

Pakatan leaders concerned over 'abuse' of Umno man

updated 7.50pm An Umno leader who was allegedly abused by MACC officers have found an unusual ally in the form of two Pakatan Rakyat figures.
Shoe guru Jimmy Choo plans teaching academies

Shoe guru Jimmy Choo plans teaching academies

Choo, whose elegant footwear is worn by royalty and the stars, has long had plans to set aside his design business and focus instead on imparting his skills to the young.
Headlines online: Jan 30, 2009

Headlines online: Jan 30, 2009

A Chinese daily reported that some defections are expected from BN to Pakatan in Negeri Sembilan.
Budget deficit to rise on new stimulus package

Budget deficit to rise on new stimulus package

The 2009 budget deficit will be higher than the forecast 4.8 percent of gross domestic product because of a new stimulus package.
From Gaza to KT: Anwar puts suspicions to rest

From Gaza to KT: Anwar puts suspicions to rest

One can say that PAS was not the clear winner in the KT by-election. Instead, it was Anwar, who managed to redeem his political and personal image.
Experts: Was Kugan drowned?

Experts: Was Kugan drowned?

kugan ananthan 230109 According to medical and legal experts, one possible cause of ‘fluid in the lungs’ death is forcible submersion of the deceased by the head in a pail of water.
Syed Hamid and 'foot in the mouth' disease

Syed Hamid and 'foot in the mouth' disease

vox populi small thumbnail free The latest 'heroes and demons' remark is one of many that seems to reaffirm the fact that he surely belongs at home and not in a minister’s office, says a reader.

Tensions rise as N Korea scraps all accords

Tensions rise as N Korea scraps all accords

NONE It says all agreements on ending confrontation with South Korea would be nullified, including one covering their Yellow Sea border - the scene of bloody naval clashes in 1999 and 2002.
Turkish PM Erdogan storms out of Gaza debate

Turkish PM Erdogan storms out of Gaza debate

In some of the most dramatic moments seen at the normally restrained Davos meetings, Erdogan marched off in front of UN sec-gen Ban Ki-moon and other panel members.