Archive - 16 May 2010

A 'historic' victory, says Kit Siang

A 'historic' victory, says Kit Siang

NONE 'This is because the BN's loss in Sibu shows that its strongholds on Borneo island are no longer safe.'
'Political tsunami' finally reaches East M'sia

'Political tsunami' finally reaches East M'sia

ANALYSIS The ‘miracle’ that DAP were praying for came in the form of a ‘mini-tsunami’ that hit the sleepy town of Sibu.
Small, big and giant steps for Pakatan

Small, big and giant steps for Pakatan

'This is one small step in Sibu, one big step to Petrajaya, and one giant step to Putrajaya,' says winner Wong. [VIDEO INSIDE]
Gov't to decide on minimum wage after study

Gov't to decide on minimum wage after study

'The study is crucial because we have to take into account the effects and implications of its implementation,' says the human resources minister.
Press Freedom flashmob baffles LRT commuters

Press Freedom flashmob baffles LRT commuters

Upside down newspapers continue to challenge the public to open their eyes to press censorship in KL as well as Penang and JB.
Kelantan to offer Mat Rempits race track

Kelantan to offer Mat Rempits race track

The RM10 million circuit will 'prevent fans of illegal car races and motorcycle races from abusing our roads as a racetrack,' says Nik Aziz.
PKR losing support with many quitting, says DPM

PKR losing support with many quitting, says DPM

'Many leaders who support PKR have begun to lose confidence. The party no longer struggles for the people but for individuals,' says the DPM.
Acute water shortage in Kelantan

Acute water shortage in Kelantan

The current dry spell has caused the water intake at three treatment plants in the state to drop below operational level.

DAP's Batu Lintang rep denies quit rumour

DAP's Batu Lintang rep denies quit rumour

voon lee shan Sounding calm and composed, Voon Lee Shan laughed off the rumour spread by SMS, saying he was still with the DAP.
Kapar MP unfazed by red paint splashed on cars

Kapar MP unfazed by red paint splashed on cars

NONE UPDATED 6.40PM Manikavasagam says the attack on his cars is related to the sand-mining issue.
US asks BP to clarify cleanup costs in Gulf spill

US asks BP to clarify cleanup costs in Gulf spill

US officials have told BP to clarify what costs it will pay for cleanup of the massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill, with crews employing new tactics Sunday to stem the leak as globs of oil wash ashore in three states.
Thai army to impose curfew as violence spirals

Thai army to impose curfew as violence spirals

Thailand's army said today it would impose a curfew on parts of Bangkok after two days of intense clashes between soldiers and "Red Shirt" protesters left at least 24 dead and more than 200 wounded.
Sibu: Glaring flaws mar postal vote credibility

Sibu: Glaring flaws mar postal vote credibility

NONE There were 'dubious individuals' among the 200-odd voters who returned their postal ballots.

Penangites demand Right to Information Bill

Penangites demand Right to Information Bill

Forum voices discontent that the public’s rights to information at all levels of state government is not recognised.
Fighter jets escort plane into Vancouver in bomb scare

Fighter jets escort plane into Vancouver in bomb scare

Two fighter jets were scrambled to escort a Cathay Pacific airplane into Vancouver airport following a bomb threat, police said, in the latest such scare to hit North America.
APs stopped: Car dealers seek answers from Miti

APs stopped: Car dealers seek answers from Miti

They want especially to ask about the move to end the issuance of APs by Dec 2015 and the RM10,000 fee imposed for each open AP issued.
DAP takes Sibu, majority 398

DAP takes Sibu, majority 398

NONE LIVE REPORTS The tension-filled two-hour delay in announcing the result was due to a dispute in the postal ballots. [PHOTOS & VIDEOS]

'Ibrahim Ali, it's our country too'

'Ibrahim Ali, it's our country too'

your say free 'If he doesn't like the fact that he shares the country with 27 million other Malaysians, then he should ‘leapfrog' to another country.'
'Invisible hand working overtime in Sibu'

'Invisible hand working overtime in Sibu'

free 'I am one of them who was shocked to find out that those who used to cast their votes at SMK Sacred Heart for Sibu have, unknown to them, been now moved to Lanang.'
Mixed reaction to PM's lightning visit

Mixed reaction to PM's lightning visit

Najib gets a mixed response from Sibu's electorate as he heads the BN's final campaign push.