Archive - 26 June 2009

The A(H1N1) flu has infected 59,814 people in 113 countries worldwide and killed 263 people, according to new figures released by the World Health Organisation today.

Ex-Ferrari boss Jean Todt has been hurt by Azmin Ali's allegation, says Tourism Minister Ng Yen Yen.

In his first media statement since the controversy came to light, Tengku Muhammad Fakhry issues an ultimatum to his estranged wife Manohara Odelia Pinot.

Iran's electoral watchdog insisted today that this month's disputed presidential vote was the cleanest ever.

UPDATED 12.45am Confirmed. PAS will be fielding its Kuala Krai division treasurer Mohd Fauzi Abdullah as their candidate for the July 14 Manek Urai by-election.

The deputy president aspirant wants party members to throw away their fear of party leadership by openly giving him their support to challenge incumbent Palanivel.

analysis The MCA boss does not earn any brownie points for his role in exposing the PKFZ scandal. Instead, he finds himself under siege.

Several political analysts and commentators say that the disparaging videos on the PM's wife that have been posted on the internet have a darker and sinister motive.

Celebrities and stars around the globe have been paying tribute to pop icon Michael Jackson, praising his contributions to the world of music as they reeled from the news of his sudden death.

A teacher from the school who returned from an Istanbul holiday was among the 14 new cases recorded today, bringing the total of A(H1N1) cases in the country to 105.

Insurance agents are upset with Bank Negara's latest move to implement premium rebates for general insurance as it will deprive them of at least 10 percent in commission.

Yew also applies for restraining order preventing Perak's deputy speaker or her agents from any further assaults, battery or abuse.

UPDATED 4.33PM The suspended Gerakan VP claimed that there was an understanding between him and the party boss for a shorter suspension which was inexplicably overruled by the party's CC.

Hundreds of Michael Jackson fans jammed Fly FM to express their shock after hearing of his sudden death.

The state government may direct the Land Office to stop bothering a 64-year-old joss stick business man who has been trading on railway reserve land in Chemor, Perak.

CITIZEN JOURNALIST video The grave of Penang's founder lies neglected in the Protestant Cemetery despite the area being declared a world heritage site by Unesco.

Sapp's members of parliament and assemblypersons ready to quit but want two formers party members to do the same and re-contest in by-elections.

UPDATED 6.45PM PAS spiritual leader Nik Aziz Nik Mat's damning blows on Umno have inadvertently bruised an ally of the opposition Pakatan coalition as well.

Environmental groups have launched a campaign to strip timber tycoon cum media mogul Tiong Hiew King of his knighthood over his 'illegal logging record'.

Live chats helps clarify and allay fears among Indian students on scholarships, grants and studying at institutions of higher learning.

Mahathir's intention is clear: Hold the Singaporean strongman Lee Kuan Yew in high regard if you want to, but who between us is the more merciless despot?

Salahuddin Ayub goes on a tirade against Umno and describes it as being 'racist' for not accepting the fact that PAS is not interested in any unity talks.

UPDATED 3.15PM The Court of Appeal upholds the Kota Bharu High Court decision last year in awarding 354 Felda settlers RM11 million in damages.

Malaysiakini compares the key news and views in major newspapers. What is today's agenda for the English, Bahasa, Tamil and Chinese papers?

Both newspapers have been lobbing choice words back and forth over the past several days

free ‘Now he is saying it is a ‘religious obligation’ to have unity. Najib should take lessons from a truly qualified and sincere master.’

free 'As a DAP member, I feel that not only PAS is treating people in Kedah as fools but also the DAP. Obviously, DAP is asked to keep quiet all the time in Kedah'.

With the Federal Court appeal going against them, the 300 residents of Kampung Buah Pala are hoping for a last-minute respite.

UPDATED 4.15PM Pop icon Michael Jackson died early this morning after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 50. [PHOTO GALLERY INSIDE]

Defeated challenger Mir Hossein Mousavi has vowed to resist what he said he was huge pressure to end his campaign to overturn Iran's presidential election.