Archive - 15 November 2012

Jalan Ampang-Hulu Langat closed due to landslide

Jalan Ampang-Hulu Langat closed due to landslide

The Jalan Ampang-Hulu Langat road has been temporarily closed due to a landslide at the observation tower in Bukit Ampang today.
Whining and dining

Whining and dining

We need to remove the cancer.
Orang Asli remain loyal to BN, says Ku Li

Orang Asli remain loyal to BN, says Ku Li

Gua Musang MP praises the Orang Asli for remaining loyal to and supportive of Barisan Nasional at every general election.
Perkasa lodges police report against Tenaganita head

Perkasa lodges police report against Tenaganita head

Tenaganita and ERT were quoted as stating that Articles 89 and 153 of the constitution were among the strongest causes for racial discrimination.
Pahang sultan also upset with Nurul's remarks

Pahang sultan also upset with Nurul's remarks

Sultan Ahmad Shah says he was saddened and disappointed with the statement and advises people not to listen to such talk.
Cambodia: Asean rights pact on track despite protests

Cambodia: Asean rights pact on track despite protests

The group is on course to endorse a human rights declaration despite complaints from rights groups and the UN that it falls below global standards.
Foreign maids draw Muslimat's attention

Foreign maids draw Muslimat's attention

MUKTAMAR The issue on foreign maids is among the hot topics discussed at the 52nd assembly of the Dewan Muslimat, in Kota Bharu today.
Alleged victim of police rape wants to go home

Alleged victim of police rape wants to go home

NONE UPDATED 6.30PM Penang CM Lim Guan Eng says the Indonesian woman is urging a speedy settlement of the case.

Anwar queries demolition of elderly woman's house

Anwar queries demolition of elderly woman's house

UPDATED 7.19PM The Penang Municipal Council is in the spotlight for demolishing part of a house occupied by a 70-year-old woman last Thursday.

MPS chief's transfer illegal, say councillors

MPS chief's transfer illegal, say councillors

UPDATED 6.08PM Selayang councillor Eric Tan claims that the Public Services Department's move contravenes the Local Government Act 1976.
M'sian economy to expand 4.8pct, forecasts Moody's

M'sian economy to expand 4.8pct, forecasts Moody's

However in a commentary in Asia Spotlight, it says Malaysia's export-led economy had slowed in the third quarter of this year.
Batu Caves condo opens a Pandora's box of deception

Batu Caves condo opens a Pandora's box of deception

COMMENT 'Why did the premier not express his displeasure at those who approved the project and call for action against the guilty parties?'
Leaders grilled for turning blind eye on audit report

Leaders grilled for turning blind eye on audit report

MUKTAMAR Delegates say youth leaders failed to voice out against PAS-led states which had been criticised in the Auditor-General's Report 2011.

Police probe fresh Indonesian maid abuse cases

Police probe fresh Indonesian maid abuse cases

NONE UPDATED 4.45PM A 15-year-old Indonesian in Seremban was allegedly raped and tied up and left without food for four days.
Reprieve for five states as river levels fall

Reprieve for five states as river levels fall

NONE UPDATED 9.11PM River depth in five out six states has fallen to safe levels by afternoon, says drainage department.
France intends to quadruple tax on palm oil

France intends to quadruple tax on palm oil

The French Senate approves the so-called Nutella amendment  which will take the tax from around 100 euros (RM390) now to 400 euros (RM1,560).
IMF hails Malaysia's long-term economic strategy

IMF hails Malaysia's long-term economic strategy

NONE Its MD congratulates the PM and his colleagues on their skillful economic management and continuing robust growth.
PAS Youth shoots down Bersih 4.0 before GE13

PAS Youth shoots down Bersih 4.0 before GE13

UPDATED 8.24PM MUKTAMAR They feel that party resources should be channelled towards facing looming polls rather than organising a mega protest.

Hudud will create more jobs, PAS tells Chua

Hudud will create more jobs, PAS tells Chua

NONE UPDATED 2.07PM MUKTAMAR Harun slams the MCA chief for claiming that 1.2 million will lose their jobs if hudud is implemented.
MCA denies giving up Jelapang to Hee

MCA denies giving up Jelapang to Hee

NONE UPDATED 12.14PM Chua Soi Lek rebuts independent rep Hee Yit Fong’s claim that the PM will let her run under BN’s ticket.
PAS mulls increasing women candidates for GE

PAS mulls increasing women candidates for GE

NONE MUKTAMAR Hadi says the move is made considering the performance of its women leaders as elected representatives.
All 81 NS centres to hold mock polls next year

All 81 NS centres to hold mock polls next year

national service youths All 15,000 trainees will be involved in the simulation, from the dissolution of Parliament to campaigning and counting of votes.
'Those thinking hudud unimportant are confused'

'Those thinking hudud unimportant are confused'

NONE UPDATED 3.18PM MUKTAMAR Ulama wing chief Harun Taib ticks off party members who feel hudud need not be discussed.
Broadcasting dept must be 'fair to all BN parties'

Broadcasting dept must be 'fair to all BN parties'

NONE Rais is concerned that representatives in many areas in Sabah do not get coverage though they too are working hard.
PAS Youth reprimands Harakah, demands revamp

PAS Youth reprimands Harakah, demands revamp

harakah newspaper UPDATED 6.42PM MUKTAMAR The party organ is accused of diminishing credibility and straying away from its original intent.
Hadi: Media twisted 'Negara Berkebajikan' concept

Hadi: Media twisted 'Negara Berkebajikan' concept

UPDATED 11.23AM MUKTAMAR The PAS chief says a ‘confused’ media has wrongly misrepresented PAS’ concept to mean a traditional welfare state.
PM, here's our wishlist on setting aside differences

PM, here's our wishlist on setting aside differences

NONE FREE YOURSAY 'Start dismantling divisive policies and replace them with inclusive ones if you want a united 1Malaysia.'
Why the transfer when PM vows to scrap condo?

Why the transfer when PM vows to scrap condo?

NONE FREE YOURSAY 'Najib promises to scrap the condo project..., but then the BN administration transfers out the MPS head.'
Zaid has to prove himself in word and deed

Zaid has to prove himself in word and deed

FREE YOURSAY 'Great leaders have to be consistent in their beliefs and match them with actions. Do we see this in Zaid Ibrahim?'
Alleged gang rape - cops sully nation's reputation

Alleged gang rape - cops sully nation's reputation

FREE YOURSAY 'The 'Biadab' banner seems a little too familiar; now instead it's directed at our government.'