Archive - 25 April 2013

2013-04-25

2013-04-25

AG yet to receive probe papers on explosion

AG yet to receive probe papers on explosion

The Attorney-General's Chambers has yet to receive the investigation paper pertaining to Tuesday's explosion at the BN operations centre.
Vote wisely, make the difference

Vote wisely, make the difference

43pct back Anwar as PM, 39pct for Najib

43pct back Anwar as PM, 39pct for Najib

A Umcedel survey says 43pct of voters believe Anwar was qualified to be PM, while 39pct of voters said the same of Najib.
Two from Ansari's list join Umno, but he remains

Two from Ansari's list join Umno, but he remains

SABAH The two were among seven candidates announced by the Tuaran PKR chief as party candidates in Sabah as a pre-emptive move.
Survey: BN, Pakatan in 'neck and neck race' to May 5

Survey: BN, Pakatan in 'neck and neck race' to May 5

NONE UPDATED 7.30PM This is the finding of Universiti Malaya's Democratic and Election Centre - as at April 21 - on the race to govern after GE13.
Bersih condemns bombings targeting BN

Bersih condemns bombings targeting BN

NONE It reiterates its call for all politicians to condemn every instance of political violence, regardless of who is targeted.
Philippines denies claims on death of 35 'militants'

Philippines denies claims on death of 35 'militants'

The Armed Forces of Philippines says it has received no confirmation despite speaking with the commander of the Navy task force in Tawi-Tawi.
35 Sulu terrorists shot dead by Philippines navy

35 Sulu terrorists shot dead by Philippines navy

Caretaker Defence Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi claims the terrorist group had intended to enter Sabah, and create chaos in the run-up to GE13.
Muhyiddin: Big crowd doesn't mean support, don't Ubah

Muhyiddin: Big crowd doesn't mean support, don't Ubah

JOHOR Caretaker DPM Muhyiddin Yassin says BN, too, had been able to attract similar crowds but did not make too much out of it.
Saratok PKR chief backs BN candidate

Saratok PKR chief backs BN candidate

SARAWAK However, state chief Baru Bian is unfazed by this, saying John Antau has little support on the ground.
Mahathir asks on live TV, what's Project IC?

Mahathir asks on live TV, what's Project IC?

mykad Dr Mahathir Mohamad seemed confused when asked about Project IC during a live television interview last night.
Police and EC lodge reports over early voting allegations

Police and EC lodge reports over early voting allegations

ACP Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf says the website was factually incorrect when it stated the police had been directed to vote earlier on April 23.
BN ops room in Buntong hit by molotov cocktails

BN ops room in Buntong hit by molotov cocktails

In the 5am incident at the operations room in Jalan Desa Rishah, a security guard managed to put out the fire caused by the bomb.
'Sex VCDs smearing Pakatan leaders being distributed'

'Sex VCDs smearing Pakatan leaders being distributed'

These sex VCDs are being covertly distributed in the Chempaka state constituency of Selangor, a voter there complains to PAS election workers.
'Bombs meant to hinder rakyat's mood for change?'

'Bombs meant to hinder rakyat's mood for change?'

Sg Acheh candidate Chegubard queries if the bomb assaults against BN is a scare-tactic to influence the rakyat to shy away from Pakatan ceramah.
If I join BN sue me, Arul tells Semenyih folk

If I join BN sue me, Arul tells Semenyih folk

SELANGOR The PSM candidate signs a 12-point pledge and encourages the constituents to sue him in case of a breach. [VIDEO]
Dr M: Perkasa candidates picked for polls 'are for us'

Dr M: Perkasa candidates picked for polls 'are for us'

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The ex-PM tells ntv7 BN needed to field Perkasa candidates as the Chinese said they would not support the ruling party.
Waytha, choosing between Ravana and Rama matters

Waytha, choosing between Ravana and Rama matters

Bersih frowns on flying BN-1Malaysia flags

Bersih frowns on flying BN-1Malaysia flags

The polls watchdog points out that the 1Malaysia logo is a programme by the government and not appropriate to be used like a party logo.

Development not everything, says Ahmad Shabery

Development not everything, says Ahmad Shabery

TERENGGANU Happiness and better quality of life are equally important, says Kemaman incumbent Ahmad Shabery while on his campaign trail.
Ethnic politics at heart of GE13 campaign

Ethnic politics at heart of GE13 campaign

'Not all Chinese are rich so we also deserve support from the government and not just the Malays,' says a food-stall owner.
Indian 'Judas' unfazed over kissing Zul

Indian 'Judas' unfazed over kissing Zul

NONE N Devendren, pictured kissing Zulkifli Noordin, says he did not do it for money but had found the latter’s apology ‘sincere’.
Taking on Pairin in Kadazandusun heartland

Taking on Pairin in Kadazandusun heartland

NONE SABAH The battle of the Kitingan brothers for the Keningau seat intensifies, with Jeffrey's team saying the gap is closing.
People or party? Wooing civil servants

People or party? Wooing civil servants

NONE GE13 SPECIAL The reality is that in Malaysia’s close electoral races, civil servants can be decisive in shaping the final tallies.
New enigmatic SRC emerges in 1MDB developments

New enigmatic SRC emerges in 1MDB developments

KINIBIZ What exactly is the SRC company for? This just adds to the long list of questions that 1Malaysia Development Bhd still has to answer.
BN's Hamidah blacklisted for political violence

BN's Hamidah blacklisted for political violence

UPDATED 3PM Bersih says the Sungai Rapat candidate allegedly pulled PKR’s Gopeng candidate Dr Lee Boon Chye by the collar on April 22.
Pakatan will not defend 'violent' supporters

Pakatan will not defend 'violent' supporters

NONE While not surprised that blame for attacks on BN facilities falls on Pakatan, Anwar urges all parties to support police probes.
PKR queries 'fishy' diversion of ballot box shipment

PKR queries 'fishy' diversion of ballot box shipment

NONE UPDATED 2.27PM Anwar Ibrahim claims a truckload of ballot boxes bound for the EC HQ was diverted to a location in Kajang.
Guan Eng: BN can only harp on old songs

Guan Eng: BN can only harp on old songs

PENANG BN's fresh bid to drive a wedge between DAP and PAS on their hudud law differences won't work any more, says DAP sec-gen Lim Guan Eng.
PKR to disclose evidence of vote-buying

PKR to disclose evidence of vote-buying

UPDATED 2.20PM Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim says PKR has video evidence of several cases of vote-buying in Penang and in Sabah.
If Perkasa is racist, so is its veep Zulkifli Noordin

If Perkasa is racist, so is its veep Zulkifli Noordin

Megatrends of madness II

Megatrends of madness II

Is the Prada-wearing devil in total control?
Ghani denies being chauvinist, saddened by label

Ghani denies being chauvinist, saddened by label

NONE JOHOR He accused his opponent, Lim Kit Siang, of provoking the Chinese when he had always had their welfare at heart.
Muhyiddin and Anwar exchange fire in Johor

Muhyiddin and Anwar exchange fire in Johor

NONE JOHOR Arriving at almost the same time yesterday, both leaders did not waste time and quickly got down to work. [VIDEO]
Kota Raja candidates, stay away from R-A-C-E

Kota Raja candidates, stay away from R-A-C-E

NONE FREE YOURSAY ‘Hindraf's Uthayakumar knows that he cannot win, yet he purposely wants to stand and create problems for Pakatan.'
Zulkifli's candidacy 'sealed' with a kiss

Zulkifli's candidacy 'sealed' with a kiss

FREE YOURSAY ‘The behaviour of some opportunistic Indians sickens me. Don't they have any pride in themselves whatsoever?'
Puad says he is not racist, supports Chinese schools

Puad says he is not racist, supports Chinese schools

NONE DAY 6 Quotable quotes, planned events and unplanned incidents as they take place in the run-up to GE13. [PHOTO GALLERY]

Is love still in the air?

Is love still in the air?

COMMENT Real change can only happen when we learn to sing our own song and when the scales have dropped from our eyes.
EC told to fix unauthorised changes to voter roll

EC told to fix unauthorised changes to voter roll

NONE UPDATED 1.10PM PKR's Tian Chua says despite GE13's proximity, the EC must settle last-minute changes to voter records so they can vote.
DAP dares Najib to release Suhakam report

DAP dares Najib to release Suhakam report

UPDATED 11.30AM The BN caretaker gov't has no right to withhold Suhakam's report on land rights of the natives, says Kit Siang.
Racists can enter Lumut base, heroes barred

Racists can enter Lumut base, heroes barred

FREE YOURSAY ‘Abuse of power has become so entrenched that they can't see the pain of injustice and unfairness inflicted on others.'
Umno vows to 'bury' Khalid's political career in Port Klang

Umno vows to 'bury' Khalid's political career in Port Klang

SELANGOR BN candidate Nasaruddin M Zin says Khalid's failure to carry out his duties as MB and Ijok rep has tarnished his credibility.
Anwar boosts Jui Meng with crowd-pulling power

Anwar boosts Jui Meng with crowd-pulling power

NONE JOHOR The 20,000 crowd greeted Anwar Ibrahim like a rock star, taken up by his humour and caustic remarks on BN's antics.
Final attempt by BN to shore up military votes

Final attempt by BN to shore up military votes

FREE YOURSAY 'Why does Mahathir have to talk to the Navy people at this time? This looks like a last-minute campaigning for postal ballots.'
Mahathir, your time has come and gone

Mahathir, your time has come and gone

NONE FREE YOURSAY 'This is the time for undoing all that is wrong and we ask you to step aside and let us make Malaysia great again.'
Khalid's campaign juggling too many potatoes

Khalid's campaign juggling too many potatoes

NONE SELANGOR Pandamaran is an example where he said 'This time, give us a chance to continue,' in his speech of just two minutes.

Gen Hashim identifies Shahrir's Achilles' Heel

Gen Hashim identifies Shahrir's Achilles' Heel

NONE JOHOR Five days into the campaign and the ‘4-star' candidate for JB says he has detected his opponent's soft underbelly.
Cameraman gets 'earful' in 1M'sia bikers scuffle

Cameraman gets 'earful' in 1M'sia bikers scuffle

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