Archive - 10 January 2010

Police warn against demos at places of worship

Police warn against demos at places of worship

Police issued a warning against any demonstrations planned at places of worship, especially one rumoured at the Assumption Church.
Commotion mars PPP meet organised by Murugiah

Commotion mars PPP meet organised by Murugiah

The briefing for branch leaders of the PPP was marred by about 50 supporters who claimed loyalty to PPP president M Kayveas.

 

Church attacks threaten tourism industry

Church attacks threaten tourism industry

The Tourism Ministry fears that attempts of arson on several churches in the country may threaten its tourism industry's growth.
Snow wreaks havoc in Europe

Snow wreaks havoc in Europe

A fresh dumping of snow and gale force winds wrought havoc in Germany on Sunday as harsh winter conditions made for a weekend of travel misery across Europe
130 Muslim NGOs, Rela to monitor security of churches

130 Muslim NGOs, Rela to monitor security of churches

One hundred and thirty Muslim NGOs and Rela are expected to become the 'eyes and ears' of the government to safeguard churches from attacks.
Christians defy church attacks

Christians defy church attacks

Thousands of Christians came out for weekly services today despite new attacks in an arson campaign that has sent tensions soaring.

Earthquake causes minor damage in California

Earthquake causes minor damage in California

A powerful 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northern California, leaving no victims and causing minor damage, officials said.

 

Israel's ex-president testifies in rape trial

Israel's ex-president testifies in rape trial

Israel's disgraced ex-president Moshe Katsav testified for the first time on Sunday in a trial in which he faces several counts of rape and sexual harassment, Israeli media said.
Perlis Raja Muda: Handle religious issues wisely

Perlis Raja Muda: Handle religious issues wisely

Impulsive and emotional actions, he warned, could disrupt racial harmony which is vital for realising the 'beautiful' 1Malaysia concept
PKR supremo takes 'reluctant' cops to task

PKR supremo takes 'reluctant' cops to task

anwar ibrahim 02 060207 Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim has criticised the police for their 'reluctance' to guarantee the safety of churches.
 
Arsonists torch 20 bikes and a car

Arsonists torch 20 bikes and a car

Twenty motorcycles and a car were razed in a pre-dawn fire at the Taman Sri Pinang flats, Penang, believed to be the work of arsonists.
Aussie police: M'sian-born surgeon breached bail

Aussie police: M'sian-born surgeon breached bail

A leading Malaysian-born neurosurgeon, charged with supplying drugs to a woman found dead in his apartment has been arrested by the police for allegedly breaching his strict bail conditions.
Suspect arrested over Hong Kong acid attack

Suspect arrested over Hong Kong acid attack

Hong Kong police have arrested a man following an acid attack that left 30 people injured, police said today, the latest in a string of similar incidents that have terrorised the city.

Sunday mass in KL churches proceed smoothly

Sunday mass in KL churches proceed smoothly

Sunday mass at churches in KL proceeded smoothly and peacefully as the situation is worsen in other states.
Sabah JPs urge 'compromise' on Allah row

Sabah JPs urge 'compromise' on Allah row

Members of the Council of Justices of Peace Malaysia in Sabah (CJPM) are privately urging that the Catholic church forge a quiet compromise with the Home Ministry.
Australia welcomes India's call for restraint

Australia welcomes India's call for restraint

Australia's government today welcomed a call from India for restraint in media coverage of attacks on Indians, stressing there was no evidence that race was a factor in two recent incidents.

Allah controversy:  Damage done, what now?

Allah controversy: Damage done, what now?

charles santiago mp speaks On Friday, Malaysia sent a strong message to the world. After 52 years of living together, nation building and national unity is in tatters. 
Jan 17 deadline for embattled Makkal Sakti boss

Jan 17 deadline for embattled Makkal Sakti boss

RS Thanenthiran faces the risk of having his membership revoked if he does not attend the Jan 17 inquiry or fails to provide satisfactory answers.
 

First woman minister dies

First woman minister dies

Malaysia's first woman minister, Fatimah Hashim, 85, died of old age at her residence at 11.35pm las night.
Churches attacked in Perak, Malacca and S'wak

Churches attacked in Perak, Malacca and S'wak

NONE UPDATED 9.10PM Since Friday, at least seven churches have been attacked with petrol bombs.

'We're at low point in nation's history'

'We're at low point in nation's history'

vox populi small thumbnail free 'There have been other low points. But this low point is especially significant. It strikes at the heart of religious freedom and our diverse society.'
Arson attacks: Who's really under threat?

Arson attacks: Who's really under threat?

free 'Have any surau or masjid been fire-bombed? Yet amidst all the burning and firebombing of churches, you claim you are threatened?'