Archive - 23 January 2015

Furious MIC man's fast ends fast

Furious MIC man's fast ends fast

G Palanivel calls off hunger strike for the 'sake of MIC and BN's image'.
Ex-minister hints PM need not heed Mahathir

Ex-minister hints PM need not heed Mahathir

Syed Hamid Albar says government must make its own decisions at times.
'Is Zahid first minister to pen letter to FBI?'

'Is Zahid first minister to pen letter to FBI?'

PKR asks if there is an SOP for cabinet to issue such document of support.
Sarawak PKR hails pro-civil liberty transgender ruling

Sarawak PKR hails pro-civil liberty transgender ruling

It gives hope, amidst disappointment with decision on 'Allah' issue, says Baru Bian.
Kayveas shows his support for MIC

Kayveas shows his support for MIC

The PPP chief also tells MIC to work with Registrar of Societies, not confront it.
Four held over discovery of bombs in Sungai Bakap

Four held over discovery of bombs in Sungai Bakap

'The police do not rule out the possibility that they may also be members of a drug ring.'
I never wrote to FBI, confirms Syed Hamid

I never wrote to FBI, confirms Syed Hamid

UPDATED 7.12PM 'I never wrote to the US agency during my time as home minister.'
'No irregularity in ROS investigation of MIC'

'No irregularity in ROS investigation of MIC'

UPDATED 5.40PM ROS says it will meet with MIC on claim its probe was tainted.
'UM head should quit for not defending staff'

'UM head should quit for not defending staff'

Its VC should step down for letting ministry interfere, says Kit Siang.
Strata title still an issue for many apartments

Strata title still an issue for many apartments

The Strata Management Act, 2013 may just be flying nowhere.
Puzzled DAP flays Hadi over racial riot caution

Puzzled DAP flays Hadi over racial riot caution

Loke says it is regressive for Hadi to play the race card in local elections.
Muslims protest against Charlie Hebdo

Muslims protest against Charlie Hebdo

UPDATED 5.45PM Hizbut Tahrir supporters protest 'insult to Prophet'.
Court allows Saiful’s bid to amend statement of claim

Court allows Saiful’s bid to amend statement of claim

The court also ordered Anwar to file his amended statement of defence before Feb 23.
Ex-BN minister proposes 'Tun' title for Nik Aziz

Ex-BN minister proposes 'Tun' title for Nik Aziz

Kadir Sheikh Fadzir says political differences should not be an obstacle.
Yingluck banned from politics, faces criminal charge

Yingluck banned from politics, faces criminal charge

The moves could stoke tension in the politically divided country.
Indonesian police arrest anti-graft official

Indonesian police arrest anti-graft official

Indonesia ranked 107th out of 175 countries in the 2014 corruption perception index.
MP fears varsities hurt most by budget cuts

MP fears varsities hurt most by budget cuts

UPDATED 3.24PM Ong notes varsities form largest part of segment seeing cuts.
Fuel supply in Limbang fully recovers today

Fuel supply in Limbang fully recovers today

The shortage was llegedly due to panic-buying by the public.
Azilah to meet lawyer over his options

Azilah to meet lawyer over his options

He will explore next step including possible review of guilty verdict on Altantuya case.
Sabah, Sarawak see drop in number of flood evacuees

Sabah, Sarawak see drop in number of flood evacuees

In Sabah, the number of evacuees in the two flood-hit districts dropped to 3,505.
Utusan: Hadi's presidency must be defended

Utusan: Hadi's presidency must be defended

Or else the party's dignity will suffer, the Umno-owned daily says in an editorial.
Local polls may lead to May 13, Hadi warns DAP

Local polls may lead to May 13, Hadi warns DAP

UPDATED 2.12PM He says it'll only benefit the town folk and can foment tension.
Non-bumiputera not marginalised, says Daim

Non-bumiputera not marginalised, says Daim

Ex-finance minister also tells the Chinese not to provide fodder for the hardliners.
Stop risking Kelantan's environs-sensitive areas

Stop risking Kelantan's environs-sensitive areas

Sahabat Alam Malaysia decries the man-made reasons for recent flood.
MIC chief roasts deputy as a 'rumour monger'

MIC chief roasts deputy as a 'rumour monger'

UPDATED 7.15PM Rift in party widens with leadership row over ROS rejection of polls.
Bishop: 'Allah' decision not written in stone

Bishop: 'Allah' decision not written in stone

Decision has long way to go before becoming settled doctrine, says prelate.
The child, the city, the curriculum

The child, the city, the curriculum

Charting a less alienated future for our youth.
Final MH17 tragedy report to be ready after June

Final MH17 tragedy report to be ready after June

MH17 FREE So announces Prime Minister Najib in Davos, Switzerland.
No stay for ex-beauty queen’s divorce petition

No stay for ex-beauty queen’s divorce petition

UPDATED 3.20PM Khoo Kay Peng-Pauline Chai divorce can be heard in M'sia.
Hunger-strike MIC man claims threat to life

Hunger-strike MIC man claims threat to life

Kumar claims four men came by taxi at 4.30am and police presence saved him.
Taib's Aussie alma mater mulls erasing name

Taib's Aussie alma mater mulls erasing name

Adelaide Uni mulls renaming its 'Taib Mahmud court' campus venue.
Immigration restores PLKS counters

Immigration restores PLKS counters

UPDATED 2.35PM Following flak, the counters will be opened temporarily.
Aussie immigration says Sirul still in detention

Aussie immigration says Sirul still in detention

UPDATED 12.50PM However Wisma Putra is reported saying he is freed.
Cooking for charity to help kids with Abang Brian

Cooking for charity to help kids with Abang Brian

Cooking for charity to help kids with Abang Brian

Today, the name "Abang Brian" can be considered synonymous with the creative development of children through food and cooking in Malaysia. But Brian Chen's path didn't begin with food from the outset.

After working as an internal auditor for quite a while, Brian began to reconsider his lifestyle and career choices. Finding more meaning in cooking and helping children, he eventually joined the Young Chefs Academy Malaysia (YCA), which aims to develop children, from ages three to seventeen, through lessons in such topics as food and cooking and became a partner in the business.

Now, the author of two cookbooks and host of his TV show about cooking for kids, comes Cooking with Kids , a cookbook designed for kids who are keen to learn how to handle and prepare food in the kitchen.

As Brian strongly believes that cooking provides an avenue for children to learn science, maths, hygiene and culture, the book also has tips and information on the aforementioned and fun science experiments. He also feels cooking encourages children to adopt healthier eating habits and fosters a sense of confidence.

This book will be officially launched in an event called "Family Day Out with Abang Brian" on 24 January 2015, 10am to 5pm at the Open Parking Square at Jalan 26/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas. MPH Group Publishing gets to work along with official media and event partners: Parenthood Magazine, AFO Radio, National Cancer Society Malaysia, Ramsay Sime Darby, Young Chefs Academy and Teach for Malaysia.

There will be a Family Day Bazaar, featuring children, food, family and lifestyle vendors. It is a fundraiser for children with cancer, organized by a collaborative movement started by Abang Brian with the National Cancer Society Malaysia (NCSM), called Kids Helping Kids (KHK).

An attempt to create the Largest Food Art Mural by Kids 12.27 metres by 7.53 metres will also take place, using an assortment of dried food such as pasta, beans, grains and spices. An estimated minimum of 1,025 kids are needed to complete the mural, where each kid will be

Like someone obese seeking to lose weight

Like someone obese seeking to lose weight

FREE YOURSAY ‘Najib Abdul Razak, it’s also the best time to cut your expenses.’
After the floods, where to put the money?

After the floods, where to put the money?

COMMENT Prevention better than cure, but will flood budget go there?
Video game 'sports' gains recognition in Malaysia

Video game 'sports' gains recognition in Malaysia

An e-Sports regulatory body is formed, following footsteps of S Korea and China.
New Saudi ruler to navigate region in turmoil

New Saudi ruler to navigate region in turmoil

King Salman will also have the final say on social and economic reforms.
Saudi King Abdullah dies, new ruler is Salman

Saudi King Abdullah dies, new ruler is Salman

King Salman has named his half-brother Muqrin as his crown prince.
PM, what about 1MDB’s billions in liabilities?

PM, what about 1MDB’s billions in liabilities?

FREE YOURSAY ‘Najib also didn’t say how 1MDB obtained those super-cheap assets.’
The doctor who slays giants

The doctor who slays giants

The ex-PM has unseated many foes in his long career - and remains undefeated.
With all-Muslim panel, 'Allah' verdict expected

With all-Muslim panel, 'Allah' verdict expected

FREE YOURSAY ‘How can it be fair when they are bound to side their own religion?’
'Allah' ruling violates Malaysia Agreement

'Allah' ruling violates Malaysia Agreement

FREE YOURSAY ‘People of Sabah and Sarawak are guaranteed full freedom of religion.’
Nik Aziz getting better in fight against cancer

Nik Aziz getting better in fight against cancer

‘The stage four prostate cancer did not affect other body functions.’