Archive - 6 November 2009

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Jamil Khir Baharom said it is unreasonable for PAS to link party loyalty to divorce.

Kelantan Menteri Besar Nik Aziz Nik Mat, who is receiving treatment at the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur is expected to be discharged tomorrow.

Skudai state assemblyman, Dr Boo Cheng Hau, yesterday made a police report of receiving a written threat left on the gate of his house at Taman Universiti here two days ago.

In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini , political analyst and constitutional law expert Abdul Aziz Bari shared his views on the Islamic-based opposition party PAS.

PAC REPORT The MACC decided there was no case with regards to the PKFZ and the controversial ‘letters of support’ back in 2004 but reopened investigations in 2007.

Malaysians could one day prove that they are one of the most aesthetically blessed people in the world joining the ranks of their Brazilian and Swedish counterparts if the number of patients seeking consultation for cosmetic surgery is anything to go by.

PAC REPORT The former cabinet member points out that PAC has no power to prosecute even if the VIP witnesses admit wrongdoing.

Bank Negara's international reserves increased to RM334.6 billion (US$96 billion) as at Oct 30, from RM334.2 billion (US$95.9 billion) as at Oct 15.

A 16-week pregnant athlete faces sanction from Malaysian sports authorities for pulling out of December's Southeast Asian Games.

The government has agreed to pull back the introduction of an end of life policy for vehicles after taking into account the people's views and feedback.

Debate continues on whether single stream education might be the way forward, as supporters and detractors continue to mouth each other off.

Investigations into the Kuala Dipang bridge tragedy reveal shocking details of the cavalier attitude of teachers on safety measures.

The discovery of a precious box belonging to Saudi Prince Saud Al-Saud in a cruise boat has brought good fortune to those in need in Malaysia.

The judge set the date after being pressured to resolve the dispute before the next Kedah assembly sitting on Nov 17.

UPDATED 6.20PM The Court of Appeal today quashed a lower court's ruling ordering the prosecution in Anwar Ibrahim's sodomy case to hand over evidence which the opposition leader said is crucial for his defence.

A PKR lawmaker today chided Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak for criticising civil servants umbrella union Cuepacs for asking for bonuses for government employees.

With the pressure mounting, efforts are being taken to effect a transition in MIC. And the first step is to 'strengthen' Palanivel.

'When the grassroots response favourably, and I'm sure they will, these leaders will know what is best for MCA.'

Like it or not, the "little red dot" today boasts strategic, financial, political and economic influence that is totally disproportionate to its size and population, making it a "success story" of the Chinese diaspora.

Internal revolt in PKR Sabah has finally reached breaking point as members prepare to quit the party en masse.

A three-person PKR peace team led by director of strategies Tian Chua was scheduled to head for Kota Kinabalu this afternoon.

UPDATED 5.04PM In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, a renowned academic says the PAS president has simply run out of steam. [VIDEO INSIDE]

Mohd Asri is unfazed by the flak he is getting from religious establishment figures as he is firm in his belief that freedom of speech is a God-given right.

Malaysiakini's 10th Anniversary Dinner Two celebrities will be emcees for the night - Daphne Iking and Will Quah. Book your seat now!

One of the two Malaysian men jailed over the murder of Sydney heart surgeon Victor Chang will not be freed from prison on the date originally nominated by parole authorities.

Malaysia's order for four Airbus A400M military planes will proceed but delivery will be delayed by at least three years to 2016.

'I'd be lying if I told you that our relationship is not strained by the turn of events over the past four weeks.'

Malaysiakini compares the key news and views in major newspapers. What is today's agenda for the newspapers?

UPDATED 1.15PM The problem-riddled MCA will witness another EGM on Nov 28 to allow party delegates to decide on whether fresh leadership polls is necessary.

A Muslim army officer about to be deployed to Iraq shot dead 12 people and wounded 31 others at a sprawling Texas military base before being gunned down himself and captured.

Mohd Asri appears to have cut the 'tauliah' issue to the bone in an interview with Malaysiakini. He says the need for a permit for him to speak is against Islamic teachings as it infringes freedom of speech. [VIDEO INSIDE]

free 'Get them to be properly-trained, and to motivate them, pay and reward the good teachers accordingly as per market rate...'

free 'Based on what we saw in the VK Lingam tape case, it will be 3-2 against the Pakatan MB. Sorry, YB Nizar. It would have been 5-0 for you if it was up to the rakyat.'

The announcement includes the First East Export Bank PLC, a Mellat subsidiary based in Labuan, Malaysia.