Archive - 27 December 2011

Anwar: Gov't dodging analysis on ETP's flaws

Anwar: Gov't dodging analysis on ETP's flaws

The PKR de facto leader argues that the ETP will not only fail to improve household incomes, but instead cause more poverty.
Mustafar: MACC in process of completing NFC probe

Mustafar: MACC in process of completing NFC probe

MACC’s director of investigations Mustafar Ali says once ready, the investigation report would be sent to the attorney-general’s office.
We don't need any Race Relations Act, claims Perkasa

We don't need any Race Relations Act, claims Perkasa

‘If nobody questions Article 153 and all recognise the disparity between Malays and non Malays, there is no need for any Act,’ says Ibrahim Ali.

 

Bosses' EPF contribution to be raised to 13%

Bosses' EPF contribution to be raised to 13%

The one percent increase from the current 12 percent would benefit 5.3 million working Malaysians, comprising 92 percent of EPF's active members.
Perkasa wants Rev Eu probed for sedition

Perkasa wants Rev Eu probed for sedition

NONE UPDATED 8.45PM Perkasa claims Rev Eu Hong Seng's questioning of Article 153 can lead to racial disharmony.
Students to stage 16-hour new year demo at UPSI

Students to stage 16-hour new year demo at UPSI

Solidariti Mahasiswa Malaysia chairperson Ahmad Syukri Abdul Razab and fellow students to camp out in support of Adam Adli.

 

Felda Global Ventures firm on IPO path

Felda Global Ventures firm on IPO path

Felda Global Ventures Holdings Sdn Bhd’s (FGVH) plans to list on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia in April 2012 are on track.
BN's early election plan in disarray

BN's early election plan in disarray

COMMENT Two recent developments now appear to have derailed the ruling coalition’s plans for an early general election.

 

Ramasamy to issue a letter of demand to The Star

Ramasamy to issue a letter of demand to The Star

NONE UPDATED 5.55PM The Penang DCM II is demanding a retraction and apology over an article he claims 'was doctored'.
Cops: Whistleblowers' cover won't be blown

Cops: Whistleblowers' cover won't be blown

Kedah police chief Ahmad Ibrahim said the identity of whistleblowers will not be disclosed and urged the public to cooperate to combat crime and drug abuse.
Khir clarifies graft charge was not for bribery

Khir clarifies graft charge was not for bribery

Former Selangor Menteri Besar Dr Mohd Khir Toyo stresses that he was not charged with taking bribes, as alleged by his opponents.
Indian NGOs not convinced over Interlok withdrawal

Indian NGOs not convinced over Interlok withdrawal

interlok Federation of Indian NGOs says it is not certain that is the case until the education minister makes the announcement.
Universiti Teknologi Mara maps Malay genome

Universiti Teknologi Mara maps Malay genome

NONE Researchers aim to prove a National Geographic theory that Orang Asli tribes are the second oldest community in the world.
 
Don't return the orang utan to A'famosa

Don't return the orang utan to A'famosa

Former IIB CEO's husband charged with bribery

Former IIB CEO's husband charged with bribery

Mohd Amin Suhaimi pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court in Johor Baru today to three counts of soliciting and accepting bribes.
PKR denies planning 'chaos' at Sodomy II verdict

PKR denies planning 'chaos' at Sodomy II verdict

NONE The party sec-gen has denied rumours that he issued circulars asking for members to 'create chaos' at the court.
Warning of heavy rainfall in Sabah and Sarawak

Warning of heavy rainfall in Sabah and Sarawak

Intermittent rain sometimes heavy is expected to occur in parts of Sabah and Sarawak until Thursday and can cause flooding in low-lying areas.
Wanita MCA decries PAS' pro-censorship stance

Wanita MCA decries PAS' pro-censorship stance

A PAS MP's opposition to self-censorship for local movies shows that the party takes a hardline approach towards entertainment and arts, says Wanita MCA.
Mat Zain: Punish trio for 'misusing' tithe funds

Mat Zain: Punish trio for 'misusing' tithe funds

NONE The former KL CID chief says the minister's and senior officers' action is a criminal offence and a ‘big sin’ in Islam.

 

The dangers of judicial corruption

The dangers of judicial corruption

william leong jee keen mp speaks Each of us has a built-in antenna that can sense the truth from a lie and whether a judicial decision is fair or unjust.
Kalimullah vs Chang: Nor Yakcop sets aside subpoena

Kalimullah vs Chang: Nor Yakcop sets aside subpoena

Cabinet Minister Nor Mohamed Yakcop need not to testify in a suit brought by ex-NST deputy chairperson Kalimullah Hassan against Matthias Chang.
MACC probes Iskandar project developer for graft

MACC probes Iskandar project developer for graft

The company is alleged to have obtained contracts for the Johor megaproject to the tune of billions through a middleman.
No cabinet decision on Shahrizat, says Muhyiddin

No cabinet decision on Shahrizat, says Muhyiddin

NONE UPDATED 2.10PM Echoing the premier, the DPM says cabinet had not decided on whether to take action against Shahrizat.
DPM: Don't 'stir discontent' over Article 153

DPM: Don't 'stir discontent' over Article 153

UPDATED 2.05PM Muhyiddin Yassin says it is ‘incorrect’ to the see the implementation of Article 153 as ‘bullying’ the minority.
Local daily refutes Ramasamy's allegations

Local daily refutes Ramasamy's allegations

NONE The Star says it stands by its journalist's story based on an interview with the Penang deputy chief minister II.
Muhyiddin probing aide's kickback claims

Muhyiddin probing aide's kickback claims

NONE UPDATED 5.45PM The DPM says that he is investigating claims that his private secretary has been receiving bribes.
Missing the point about safety of Thorium-232

Missing the point about safety of Thorium-232

2011 sees courts grappling with constitutional issues

2011 sees courts grappling with constitutional issues

judiciary gavel The UUCA ruling and gender issues such as the late Aleesha Farhana's NRD case have given the courts tough decisions to make.
Penang DAP squabble: When service criterion is ignored

Penang DAP squabble: When service criterion is ignored

COMMENT Karpal-Rama feud originates in its myopic decision to ignore the service factor in one instance when selecting candidates.
PAS does well condemning Nigerian church attacks

PAS does well condemning Nigerian church attacks

Civil but not servant-like

Civil but not servant-like

Future leaders are servants of the people.
Terengganu beaches badly hit by tide erosion

Terengganu beaches badly hit by tide erosion

It is reported to be the worst ever case in 50 years as huge waves from the high tide hit some beaches in Terengganu's Dungun region.

Readers' choice - top 10 news of 2011

Readers' choice - top 10 news of 2011

NONE Breaking away from a decade-old tradition, Malaysiakini lets readers decide what they think are the top news of 2011.
If Thorium-232 is safe, let's go big on it!

If Thorium-232 is safe, let's go big on it!

Rama forgot Rule No 1: Don't talk to MSM

Rama forgot Rule No 1: Don't talk to MSM

FREE YOURSAY 'The MSM is waiting for the opportunity to attack the opposition, yet DAP leaders continue to express their grievances through them.'
NFC probe - merry go round the mulberry bush

NFC probe - merry go round the mulberry bush

nfc office in bukit kiara FREE VOXPOP 'Who is the agriculture minister who approved the project? It is so simple to solve but...'
National unity according to 'Malay first' DPM

National unity according to 'Malay first' DPM

muyhiddin yassin and rais yatim christmas tree FREE YOURSAY 'The only unity is when BN component parties come together to help themselves with the national wealth.'