Archive - 25 October 2009

PM: Some PAS leaders put politics above 'ummah'

'There are certain quarters who give more importance to politics than the interest of the ummah (Muslim community).'

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Thamrin is new PKR Sabah chief, revamp in other states

In a move to end the disgruntlement in Sabah, PKR today chose local leader Ahmad Thamrin Jaini as the party's new state chief. Changes are made in other states as well.

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'Innovative' Najib told to end NEP

The premier should end the 50-year-old policy if he wants to lay claim to innovation or shift to a new economic model, says an opposition stalwart.

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No PAS EGM, but a special meeting

PAS will not call for an EGM as proposed by its spiritual leader but will instead convene a special meeting to discuss issues related to the party,

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Perak Pakatan forms 'first' Youth secretariat

Although the Perak Pakatan Rakyat coalition was ousted from power in February, its spirit however has not been dampened.

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Nik Aziz's political move bad for Malay unity

The PAS spiritual leader's call for an EGM to rid the party of 'problematic leaders' could be detrimental to Malay political unity.

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Councillor cries foul over MACC's conduct again

Among others, Tan Boon Hwa claims he was prohibited from speaking in Mandarin to a friend while under interrogation.

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Moratorium on temple demolitions mooted

An all-party committee should be convened during this time to come out with a blueprint on Hindu temple demolitions and relocations, says MIC Youth advisor Vell Paari.

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Pakatan losing public confidence, warns Kit Siang

He urged the alliance to "impose discipline among their leaders" to protect its image, especially after the defeat in Bagan Pinang.

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'U-turn' Ong: My conscience is clear

Embattled MCA chief Ong Tee Keat said he will stay on, reversing his earlier pledge to resign after losing a vote of confidence.

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M'sia on track to realise Afta by 2010

Malaysia is well on track to realise the Asean Free Trade Area (Afta) on Jan 1, 2010 as only 89 products are left without tariff elimination.

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Transport union proposes national retirement scheme

The Transport Workers Union (TWU) wants a national retirement scheme set up for the 11 million private sector workers.

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Teoh's family wants post-mortem by Thai expert

UPDATED 9.15PM Teoh's family will apply for another post-mortem to be carried out by renowned Thai pathologist Pornthip Rojanasunand.

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Two different visions for Asian economic bloc

Asian leaders heard competing plans from Australia and Japan for a massive EU-style economic and political bloc as they wrapped up an annual summit in Thailand today.

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British police re-examining Lockerbie bombing: report

A fresh investigation could be held into the Lockerbie bombing, The Sunday Telegraph newspaper reported, citing an email from state prosecutors to British victims of the attack.

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Sapp rejects Pakatan invite, stakes claim to 40 seats

The party sees little difference between Barisan Nasional, which it left on Sept 17 last year, and the opposition alliance.

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Uncertain future for Liow

While his appointment as deputy chief by the CC has placed him as the next in line to take over the presidency, his political future remains uncertain.

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Asian leaders to pledge EU-style bloc

Asian leaders will pledge to overcome their differences and push towards the formation of an EU-style community as they wrap up an annual summit in Thailand today.

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Obama declares swine flu emergency

President Barack Obama declares swine flu a 'national emergency', as the United States reels from millions of cases of infection and more than 1,000 deaths.

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Experts: Plugging leaks key to stemming deficit

Without safeguards, efforts to reduce the budget deficit would be negated by abuses in the procurement process.

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BN still has some bite left

free 'Read the facts - Tian Chua only bit the policeman after he was punched. Why was the policeman not charged for overstepping the use of force?'

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Umno the kingmaker of MCA's throne

free 'Having Chua Soi Lek to appeal to the minister is another attempt to put MCA under Umno's thumb, and effectively removing the power of the delegates.'

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