Archive - 23 May 2013

S'wak approves RM263.7mil supplementary budget

S'wak approves RM263.7mil supplementary budget

It represents an increase of about eight per cent over the original development expenditure estimate of RM3.4 billion for 2013.
1st meeting of 1st session of 13th Parliament begins June 24

1st meeting of 1st session of 13th Parliament begins June 24

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah, would officially open the meeting at 10 am on June 25 at Parliament House.
Pandan MP to stand trial on Bafia charge

Pandan MP to stand trial on Bafia charge

Pandan Member of Parliament Mohd Rafizi Ramli has to stand trial in the Sessions Court for allegedly violating the Banking and Financial Institutions Act (Bafia) by revealing confidential banking details linked to the National Feedlot Corporation (NFC) issue.
Ex-NFC director: I believed 100pct in Shamsubahrin

Ex-NFC director: I believed 100pct in Shamsubahrin

Former National Feedlot Corporation (NFC) director Dr Mohamad Salleh Ismail told the Sessions Court in Kuala Lumpur today that he believed 100 percent in businessman Shamsubahrin Ismail to provide advice and consultancy service to help restore the good name of the company and his family.
New registration for KL vehicles to start from W1A

New registration for KL vehicles to start from W1A

The big question of new registration for Kuala Lumpur vehicles once the WYY series ends has been answered.
2013-05-23

2013-05-23

Wails and cries for justice as Dhamendran laid to rest

Wails and cries for justice as Dhamendran laid to rest

NONE The family demands to know why police lied about Dharmendran's death and calls for an independent investigation. [VIDEO]
Days of paternalistic system of governing gone

Days of paternalistic system of governing gone

May 25 rally to proceed despite arrests, vows SAMM

May 25 rally to proceed despite arrests, vows SAMM

NONE The 'People's Gathering' in front of the Amcorp Mall field in Petaling Jaya on Saturday will go ahead, says its leader, Chegubard.
Is EPF speculating?

Is EPF speculating?

Explanation is positively alarming.
I have no hand in today's arrests, says home minister

I have no hand in today's arrests, says home minister

NONE 'As I have said when I first came into the ministry, I left everything to the police on operational matters,' says Zahid.
Make our differences a strength, not a weakness

Make our differences a strength, not a weakness

KL police chief: Cops can no longer tolerate vigils

KL police chief: Cops can no longer tolerate vigils

NONE UPDATED 6PM Kuala Lumpur chief police officer Mohmad Salleh urges people to voice their grievances through legal channels instead.
Open inquiry urged into Dhamendran's death

Open inquiry urged into Dhamendran's death

The speed with which peaceful dissenters are arrested should also apply to those responsible for Dhamendran's death, they say. [VIDEO]
Kit Siang next target of gov't crackdown?

Kit Siang next target of gov't crackdown?

NONE DAP's Nga Kor Ming says, the investigating officer revealed that party veteran Lim Kit Siang will be questioned next.
Islamic councils can be party in Herald's 'Allah' dispute

Islamic councils can be party in Herald's 'Allah' dispute

Consent agreement reached for six Islamic religious councils and an association to be parties in appeal over the use of 'Allah' by the Herald .
It's disappointing Waytha won't work with MIC

It's disappointing Waytha won't work with MIC

Keris lodges report against M'kini for alleged sedition

Keris lodges report against M'kini for alleged sedition

A group wants Malaysiakini probed for sedition for uploading a transcript of Mohd Noor Abdullah's inflammatory speech.
Parents tell magistrate they got IC from 'Project IC'

Parents tell magistrate they got IC from 'Project IC'

UPDATED 7PM SABAH RCI Magistrate Melissa Chia says this is what parents who cannot produce their own birth certificates told her.
Tian Chua - a true Malaysian patriot

Tian Chua - a true Malaysian patriot

Redelineation of constituency boundaries to begin soon

Redelineation of constituency boundaries to begin soon

Wan Ahmad Wan Omar says the redelineation exercise was very important because the country had undergone many changes.
New Acer Aspire Series Redefine Touch Computing Experience!

New Acer Aspire Series Redefine Touch Computing Experience!

  • The new Acer Aspire Series comprise the Acer Aspire P3, R7 and V Series redefine content creation and consumption experience
  • These new and improved products are anticipated to revolutionize human touch and computing experience

KUALA LUMPUR, 22 May 2013 – Acer Malaysia today introduces a slew of latest products that bring modern day explorers to a whole new level of touch computing experience. The whole Series is led by the Acer Aspire P3, a new form of performance Ultrabook, together with Acer Aspire R7, a notebook designed for touch and the versatile Acer Aspire V Series. This new line of Acer mobile products highlights Acer’s focus on creating new computing experience through progressive design.

“Touch-centric products are the new trend in computing world now. At Acer, we are devoted to creating products with new innovation to meet our modern day explorers’ computing demands, and inspire them to explore beyond their limits,” said Ricky Tan, General Manager of Acer Sales & Services Sdn. Bhd.

“Together with our long term partners, Microsoft and Intel, we are proud to present to you the new Acer Aspire P3 Ultrabook, Aspire R7 and the improved Aspire V Series that offer users the best in class features with Intel’s advanced technology while running seamlessly on Microsoft Windows® 8. Our aim is for our users to enjoy new computing experience in content creation and consumption, and performance to achieve more than ever; no matter where they are.”

“We are thrilled that Windows® 8 continues to redefine computing experience for users all over the world! With over 100 million licenses sold just six months in and 2,400 certified devices worldwide, we are pleased to continue our strong momentum in partnership with Acer. Acer is an important partner to Microsoft and, together, we are committed to transforming the Malaysian digital lifestyle through our devices and services,” said Sunny Ooi, Director of Consumer Channels Group, Microsoft Malaysia.

“Our life experiences are defined by our senses - by what we see, hear and touch. These human senses are also at the foundation of Intel's vision for the Ultrabook to deliver a no-compromise, must-have computing experience and we congratulate Acer on the launch of its new touch enabled product range,” said Prakash Mallya, Country Manager, Intel Malaysia and Singapore. “Combined with the increased responsiveness of the 3rd generation Intel Core processor with the new Microsoft Windows® 8, the new Acer range of Aspire products will provide great computing experience for users.”

Acer also today unveiled its latest global advertising campaign featuring the world famous Superstar DJ, Tiesto and his personal assistant, Vernon, following the success of the 2012 marketing campaigns which featured Kiefer Sutherland and Megan Fox using their Acer devices to explore beyond limits and uncover a different side of themselves. The new advertising campaign complements Acer products with a great story that reflects what people love about their devices and the new experiences they make possible. Acer Malaysia will activate this campaign officially today using different touch points, from Print, Digital, Out of Home, Social Networks, Cinema to retail. Explore the advertisement on YouTube: www.youtube.com/AcerMalaysiaChannel

Acer Aspire P3

The Aspire P3 is a new form Ultrabook powerful enough to be a primary PC. The new 11.6-inch High Definition display with IPS technology Aspire P3, is a convertible Ultrabook which allows users to use it uncompromisingly as a notebook, hybrid or tablet effortlessly. Its versatility allows modern day users to relish the powerful mobile PC performance at work and optimum entertainment consumption at home. The Aspire P3 is an excellent option for Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives that are increasingly gaining popularity worldwide.

Acer Aspire R7

Designed to create the best touch and type experience, the Aspire R7 features a repositioned keyboard and a high definition 1920 x 1080 touch screen mounted on a revolutionary Ezel Hinge that allows it to flip, reverse, lie flat or float – a quad-mode operation. Unveiled just slightly more than 3 weeks ago in New York, the Aspire R7 has already won the Red Dot Award and Computex d&i Award 2013 for its outstanding design.

Acer Aspire V Series

The new slimmer and lighter V Series represents Acer’s largest and most versatile line of mainstream notebooks with numerous V5 and V7 models, available in a variety of colours, screen sizes, resolutions, graphic capabilities and performance.

Some of the Acer products presented today will be available for purchase immediately and some slightly later in June at major Authorized Acer Resellers nationwide. For more information, please visit www.acer.com.my or call Acer Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288 (9am - 6pm, Mondays to Fridays).

From left, Carynne Ooi, Regional Marketing Manager of Acer Asia Pacific Region, Johnson Seet, Head of Mobile Notebook and Smart Handheld, Acer Sales & Services Sdn Bhd, Sunny Ooi, Director of Consumer Channels Group of Microsoft (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Norhizam Abdul Kadir, National Sales Manager of Intel Electronics Malaysia Sdn Bhd, and DJ Vera C

Home Ministry seizes Harakah, Suara Keadilan, Rocket

Home Ministry seizes Harakah, Suara Keadilan, Rocket

NONE UPDATED 6.15PM Copies of the publications are seized in various states in a morning crackdown by Home Ministry.
No final decision yet on controversial AES system

No final decision yet on controversial AES system

NONE ‘It is on the table, but there are other issues that need to be resolved,' says acting Transport Minister Hishammuddin Hussein.
CM writes to Penang CPO, urges action on 'gangsters'

CM writes to Penang CPO, urges action on 'gangsters'

Lim Guan Eng urges state police chief Abdul Rahim Hanafi to seriously probe the incidents of violence allegedly carried out by BN supporters.
Penang Tabung Haji director claims trial to 'khalwat' charge

Penang Tabung Haji director claims trial to 'khalwat' charge

Rozimin, 46, and Nor Hamiza Ahmad, 35, were charged with committing the offence at a hotel in Bayan Lepas at 6.10pm on May 20.
Another opposition MP probed over election issue

Another opposition MP probed over election issue

NONE Serdang MP Ong Kian Ming of the DAP is questioned by police for mistaking a voter as foreigner trying to vote illegally on polling day.
'Arrested Malaysians in S'pore denied legal access'

'Arrested Malaysians in S'pore denied legal access'

NONE UPDATED 4PM According to DAP's Teo Nie Ching, the detainees are not allowed to leave Singapore until the probe is completed.

Take a 'study break' abroad, DAP tells Zahid, Noh

Take a 'study break' abroad, DAP tells Zahid, Noh

UPDATED 6.02PM Ong Kian Ming recommends the duo take a one-week study leave to understand the one-man-one-vote principle.
PKR to file 27 election petitions, says Tian Chua

PKR to file 27 election petitions, says Tian Chua

'We will coordinate the filing of the petitions with DAP and PAS, our allies in the Pakatan Rakyat,' says the PKR vice-president.
No GST decision as yet, 7pct just a reference

No GST decision as yet, 7pct just a reference

NONE Final decision lies with the gov't, and the percentage was merely a reference in response to a question, clarifies Pemandu.
Three Pakatan, NGO leaders nabbed in noon dragnet

Three Pakatan, NGO leaders nabbed in noon dragnet

NONE UPDATED 4.15PM Tian Chua, Haris Ibrahim and Tamrin Ghafar are taken to the Jinjang police station.
Shahnaz's counsel complains of 'hidden hands'

Shahnaz's counsel complains of 'hidden hands'

NONE UPDATED 3.20PM The court had no business in ordering a re-trial as the case with Bekir was still ongoing, says Shahnaz's lawyer.
Let's move on united as anak Malaysia

Let's move on united as anak Malaysia

'Planters often hire illegals and pray for amnesty'

'Planters often hire illegals and pray for amnesty'

UPDATED 2.15PM SABAH RCI Aumkar Plantations general manager Nokiah Sanusi says  this was also the practice at his firm’s oil palm plantation in Kunak.
We are in solidarity because we care

We are in solidarity because we care

'Lahad Datu intrusion shows migrants pose security risk'

'Lahad Datu intrusion shows migrants pose security risk'

NONE UPDATED 1.50PM SABAH RCI The Sabah police chief says the intruders had received support from already settled migrants.
'BN hits high scores each time constituencies are re-drawn'

'BN hits high scores each time constituencies are re-drawn'

NONE The ruling BN scores comfortable victories in polls immediately after constituency redelineation processes, says Umcedel.
All four accused in Sosilawati case found guilty

All four accused in Sosilawati case found guilty

The High Court today found guilty all the four accused in the murder case of the cosmetics millionaire and sentenced them to death.
Utusan, cease your brand of ultra-racism

Utusan, cease your brand of ultra-racism

FREE YOURSAY ' Are these retards saying that just because they are of the same race and same religion, a wrong should be deemed right?'
Adam Adli claims trial to sedition charge

Adam Adli claims trial to sedition charge

NONE UPDATED 1.35PM The defence will move to strike out the case, citing selective prosecution and mala fide in the probe. [VIDEO]
Racist? Ex-judge in his own words, Pt 2

Racist? Ex-judge in his own words, Pt 2

This is a translation of points made by former judge Mohd Noor Abdullah, based on an audio recording of his May 12 speech.
Singapore's prosecution and deportation of M'sians normal

Singapore's prosecution and deportation of M'sians normal

COMMENT At present the republic's laws makes many forms of political expression by both local and foreigners illegal in Singapore.
Uthaya on Hindraf's Cain and Abel situation

Uthaya on Hindraf's Cain and Abel situation

INTERVIEW In the first of this two-part interview, Hindraf founder Uthaya speaks candidly about his brother's 'betrayal'.

A journey of no return for detained Indians

A journey of no return for detained Indians

FREE YOURSAY ‘The moral of the story is, don't be an Indian in Malaysia. If you get caught by the police, it's a journey of no return.'
Hospital confirms detainee died from blunt force trauma

Hospital confirms detainee died from blunt force trauma

The pathologist reportedly found N Dhamendran's wounds to be fresh, while the police now classify the case as murder. [VIDEO]
Activists chased, journalist hit at Adam vigil in Penang

Activists chased, journalist hit at Adam vigil in Penang

NONE Suaram activists were attacked by youths after attending a rally in support of Adam Adli at the Penang Esplanade last night.