Archive - 2 August 2011

Thumbs up to EC's proposal to allow M'sians abroad to vote

Thumbs up to EC's proposal to allow M'sians abroad to vote

However, Malaysians overseas said the process should be implemented properly to ensure that it would not be manipulated by any party.
Zahrain dares Nik Aziz to deny pro-Ku Li plot

Zahrain dares Nik Aziz to deny pro-Ku Li plot

PAS leader is challenged to openly deny that he was involved in a conspiracy to find a replacement for Anwar Ibrahim as opposition leader.
Sosilawati case: 'Witness' statement can't be used'

Sosilawati case: 'Witness' statement can't be used'

The High Court was today told that the recorded statement by U Suresh, who is the 29th prosecution witness in the murder case of cosmetic millionaire Sosilawati Lawiya and three other individuals, could not be used in court.
MCA divisions to submit list of potential candidates

MCA divisions to submit list of potential candidates

As the MCA gears up in preparation for the next general election, party divisions have been requested to submit their preliminary lists of candidates to the party headquarters before Oct 6.
8TV apologises for Ramadan commercial

8TV apologises for Ramadan commercial

NONE The advertisement, which some claim to be racist and stereotypical, is taken off the air following flak from netizens.
Prisons Dept denies students abused during camp

Prisons Dept denies students abused during camp

The Prisons Department has denied claims by 32 students of SMK Bandar Baru Uda, Johor Bahru that they were physically abused during a motivational camp at Kluang Prison, last week.
Unisel VC quits over sacking of 3 officials

Unisel VC quits over sacking of 3 officials

Dr Rosti Saruwono has resigned as Universiti Selangor (Unisel) vice-chancellor, effective tomorrow, after giving 24-hour notice.
I fainted from tear gas exposure, says Shuhardi

I fainted from tear gas exposure, says Shuhardi

When police took his statement, Shuhardi denied the accusation he impersonated the late Baharuddin Ahmad who died at the July 9 rally.

Consumers seek help from portal as inflation hits

Consumers seek help from portal as inflation hits

Thrice a week, Afifah Aziz will browse through the 1Malaysia Pengguna Bijak (1MPB) web portal.
Politicians want probe into 'Mismah-gate'

Politicians want probe into 'Mismah-gate'

Leaders on both ends of the spectrum call for a probe into alleged inclusion of a permanent resident in the electoral roll.
Bukit Koman gold mine appeal: Decision tomorrow

Bukit Koman gold mine appeal: Decision tomorrow

Bukit Koman residents in Raub who claimed to have suffered health problems from the use of cyanide at a gold mine, will know whether they can challenge the Environment DG’s decision.

Rise in complaints of poor broadband service

Rise in complaints of poor broadband service

While bouquets are in order for broadband penetration in the country, consumers have however, given the thumbs-down in rating the standard of service.
Dompok in bid to stop anti-palm oil bill Down Under

Dompok in bid to stop anti-palm oil bill Down Under

He and Malaysian timber and palm oil officials have met several Australian lawmakers in Canberra to lobby against the bill.
NRD seeks help from political parties

NRD seeks help from political parties

Sabah NRD has urged political parties to provide information related to citizenship matters, especially of those in rural areas.
Drop charges against PSM 6, say Pakatan leaders

Drop charges against PSM 6, say Pakatan leaders

'Public reaction is whether the police and PM have not made enough spectacles of the Bersih rally and detaining the PSM 6,' says Lim Kit Siang.
Additional ministerial post for MIC not appropriate

Additional ministerial post for MIC not appropriate

Father of 19-year old denies son won RM1 mil job

Father of 19-year old denies son won RM1 mil job

Abdul Wahab Abdullah says his son Nursufi was only project manager, and the award was RM500,000.
Ananda's Tanjong to sell gaming unit for RM2.1 bil

Ananda's Tanjong to sell gaming unit for RM2.1 bil

A firm controlled by tycoon Ananda Krishnan has agreed to sell its stake in gaming operator Pan Malaysian Pools to a consortium of businessmen.
PR becomes citizen ... in four hours

PR becomes citizen ... in four hours

NONE UPDATED 4.55PM The ‘upgrade’ occurred after Malaysiakini reported that the permanent resident is registered as a voter.
Fomca: Distribute food stamps fairly

Fomca: Distribute food stamps fairly

Fomca chief says that such a system has existed in various countries and is found to be effective in assisting the poor.
Jeff Ooi to face DAP disciplinary panel on Friday

Jeff Ooi to face DAP disciplinary panel on Friday

Jelutong MP will face the party's disciplinary committee this Friday after calling for the resignation of Penang exco Wong Hon Wai.
Patriots put country first and party politics last

Patriots put country first and party politics last

Gerakan backs youths getting contracts 'on merit'

Gerakan backs youths getting contracts 'on merit'

UPDATED 5.05PM The selection criteria in approving applicants should be transparent and accountable, says the party's state youth leader.

Anwar sees no threat to post as Opposition Leader

Anwar sees no threat to post as Opposition Leader

UPDATED 2.55PM None of the Pakatan leaders has even hinted at the possibility of bringing in Ku Li, he says. [VIDEO INSIDE]
Valuer: Gov't listens to us '99.99% of the time'

Valuer: Gov't listens to us '99.99% of the time'

NONE UPDATED 6.38PM The case of PKFZ, however, is one of those few times the gov't did not, the KL High Court was told today.
'Pakatan-led states won't have election budget'

'Pakatan-led states won't have election budget'

UPDATED 2.50PM They will not waver from their economic plans, whether or not polls are held this year, says Anwar Ibrahim. [VIDEO INSIDE]
Najib pressing the self-destruct button

Najib pressing the self-destruct button

Sarbaini's death 'accidental', says pathologist

Sarbaini's death 'accidental', says pathologist

NONE UPDATED 2.50PM 'There were no signs of homicidal or suicidal tendencies,' says Dr Faridah Mohd Noor of UKM Hospital.
Phantom voters caused by Umno-PBS collusion

Phantom voters caused by Umno-PBS collusion

COMMENT Time to get rid of Umno operatives issuing dubious citizenship documents to foreigners.
PM announces RM42.6 mil 'duit raya' for Felda settlers

PM announces RM42.6 mil 'duit raya' for Felda settlers

Najib Abdul Razak announces that all 112,635 Felda settlers will receive 'duit raya' involving an allocation of RM42.6 million.
PSM 6 to be charged tomorrow in Butterworth

PSM 6 to be charged tomorrow in Butterworth

UPDATED 3.59PM The six PSM leaders were freed last Friday after 28 days under EO detention.
Polls fraud again: PR holder registered as voter

Polls fraud again: PR holder registered as voter

The verification system of the NRD and EC shows that a PR holder named ‘Mismah’ has been accepted as a voter in Ijok.
Explain contradictions, Penang gov't told

Explain contradictions, Penang gov't told

The chief minister and his political secretary are accused of issuing confusing statements on awarding contracts for state projects.
Australia YouTube clips to frighten off asylum-seekers

Australia YouTube clips to frighten off asylum-seekers

Australia says the footage sends a 'powerful message' to human smugglers and their customers: You might end up in Malaysia.
Why the gov't is paranoid

Why the gov't is paranoid

Maybe they are moves from the ‘Ops Lallang’ playbook.
Mahathir to be called to testify in Liong Sik trial

Mahathir to be called to testify in Liong Sik trial

NONE This comes after a witness was asked about a letter written by the former minister.
Kedah MB 'very tired' lately, says pol sec

Kedah MB 'very tired' lately, says pol sec

NONE Azizan Abdul Razak, who is warded with heart problems, ‘has been dealing with a heavy workload’.
Zainal Abidin: Penang CM post will not go to Umno

Zainal Abidin: Penang CM post will not go to Umno

NONE Penang Umno's chief says Lim Guan Eng's claim otherwise is aimed at causing disunity in Penang BN ahead of polls.
Glitches on Day 1 of foreign workers registration

Glitches on Day 1 of foreign workers registration

The glitches that occurred were due to outsourced companies being unable to access the Immigration Department's computer system.
EC appoints returning officers, polls imminent

EC appoints returning officers, polls imminent

NONE By convention, a general election is called three to five months after the issuance of the appointment letters.
Ku Li - what future for a man from the past?

Ku Li - what future for a man from the past?

FREE VOXPOP 'I don't know why Malaysians can't try being optimistic and look to the future by relying on someone with a bit of youth and imagination.'
Spad, reveal all taxi-permit holders

Spad, reveal all taxi-permit holders

FREE YOURSAY 'Syed Hamid should publish the names of all taxi-permit holders. That would surely clear the air and gain the confidence of the drivers.'
Reading the tea leaves on Ku Li and Anwar

Reading the tea leaves on Ku Li and Anwar

tengku razaleigh 02 COMMENT For impact, jokes must have a point but the one on Ku Li being wooed by Pakatan has nothing going for it.
Communist bogey resurrected again

Communist bogey resurrected again

psm COMMENT Accusing PSM of waging armed struggle is malicious and done in bad faith to smear the party's name.
Muhyiddin first, Malay second, M'sian last

Muhyiddin first, Malay second, M'sian last

NONE FREE YOURSAY 'If you can't convince your deputy about 1M'sia, please don't bother with convincing the non-Malays.'
'Taib paid PR firm RM15 mil to clean up image'

'Taib paid PR firm RM15 mil to clean up image'

taib mahmud sarawak Sarawak Report alleges the UK firm was hired to conduct an illegal global media campaign against the anti-Taib website.