Sleepy Malaysian state takes starring role in political crisis
(AFP) - The sleepy state of Sabah on Borneo island, better known for its rainforests and orangutans, has taken centre stage in a battle to determine who rules Malaysia.
Pas Youth Protest of Concert Should Be Supported
I know the first impression of my article will be “it’s expected for Tulang Besi to support Pas Youth because he’s an Islamist”. But I beg you to read my reasoning first before…
Understanding the mindset of Rahman Celcom
I know of at least two very senior Sessions Court judges who have declined appointment as judges of the High Courts. Both are men and both profess Islam.
New media may rock, the message rules
Zaid said the MSM should "tell the public the truth with no spinning" and challenged those present: "Be honest with yourselves. If you feel strongly about the facts, do you take on the…
ACA: Probe on Yong not politically motivated
(The Star) - The Anti-Corruption Agency’s investigation on Datuk Seri Yong Teck Lee for alleged payment of over RM5mil to his agents was not an instruction from “higher authorities”…
Dearer low-cost houses
(NST) - The ceiling price for building low-cost houses has been increased from RM18,000 to RM28,000 per unit with immediate effect.
Ex-judge was bribed, says Dr Mahathir
(NST) - Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad yesterday lashed out at a former Supreme Court judge who alleged that the former premier had amended Article 121 of the Constitution to take control of the judiciary.
Restructuring federal-state relations
As the posturings over federal-state relations intensify, BN Members of Parliament from Sabah and Sarawak have seized the opportunity to flex their electoral muscles. Despite their differences with…
‘MCKK should be in league of its own’
(NST) - The nation should see the status of the Malay College Kuala Kangsar here from a different viewpoint and it should not be equated with any other academic institutions, the Raja Muda of Perak,…
Johor Ruler ticks off DAP rep
(NST) - The Sultan of Johor yesterday expressed displeasure over the refusal of a DAP state assemblyman to wear a ceremonial attire for the opening of the first term of the 12th state assembly on…
Understanding ‘special position’ of Malays
Article 153 provides for reserving positions for Malays and natives of Sabah or Sarawak in the federal public service, but does not specify figures.RAJA AZIZ ADDRUSE AND HELEN TING, NEWS STRAITS TIMES…
Tun Dr. Mahathir: Kembalikan demokrasi dalam UMNO untuk elak ahli memilih Pembangkang kerana kecewa
Mantan Pengerusi BN selama 22 tahun ni mengulas bahawa sistem parti berdasarkan kaum dan formula bekerjasama untuk kebaikan semua ini amat berjaya. “Tiada negara amalkan formula ini berjaya dan…
The SAPP Saga: BN strong as it controls Parliament, says Najib
(NST) - The move by the Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) to introduce a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has not put Barisan Nasional under any threat.
No Motion Against Prime Minister On Monday, Says Nazri Aziz
(Bernama) -- No motion against Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's leadership will be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on Monday, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Mohamed…
Berakhirkah kerajaan Barisan Nasional?
Dalam pada BN tercari-cari formula ampuh untuk memulihkan kejutan yang diluahkan oleh pengundi pada PRU12, PR semakin mengukuhkan semangat dan mempertajamkan usaha untuk melakukan `rampasan paling…
DPM must resign with immediacy to restore nation’s honour
In the wake of the explosive statutory declaration by Raja Petra Kamarudin, the deafening silence in the MSM further destroys the credibility of the independence of the media.
Lamentations of a Nation 3
After a couple of years overseas, I returned to Malaysia and was quite distressed by the creeping in of Islamic fundamentalism in this country. Today, it permeates all levels of society and is slowly…
High noon in Parliament
When BN commands less than 2/3 majority in parliament the component parties can strike a harder bargain for Sabah than previously. This is probably what Teck Lee meant by “window of…
Corporation to bankrupt the nation (CORRUPTION)
Corruption is like the music of the sirens that enthralls you so much that you will never want to let it stop. For years and years, our government has become a well lubricated network of corridors for…
Poster PROTES
The organiser has come out with the official poster for distribution. We welcome the people to print and distribute this out so that the information will be spread around more efficiently.Thank you.
The Mystery of our Vanishing Oil money
http://humblevoice.blogspot.com/2008/06/mystery-of-our-vanising-oil-money.htmlFirstly, since Pak Lah took the helm, Petronas has contributed RM 146.5 billion to the government. Petronas has been in…
It’s your Money – Why Reforming the Civil Service Will Help Malaysia
Until recently, there has been little public debate over the budget for the civil service thanks to UMNO domination of Malaysian politics. Despite employing dedicated and skilled individuals who…
SAPP Wants Back Labuan
In line with its no confidence move against on Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, the Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) has also issued an 8-point demand to the Federal government, one of which is for…
Yong Accuses Abdullah Of Political Bribery
Sabah Progressive Party (SAPP) President Yong Teck Lee Friday (20 June) said he was a senatorship and an envoy’s post by the Prime Minister's Department on Tuesday (17 June), a day before…
CONFIRMED! Motion against PM likely on Monday
(Asia One News) - A no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi may materialise on Monday after all.
Racist: Look Who is Talking
He is the man we most admired once, the most respectable not only nationally but internationally. After his retirement from active politics, he became the man behind the political troubles in…
Politicians need to be professional to tide the socio-political heating
The government of the day is certainly - even by comparison with yester-years, inundated with numerous challenges. Such tribulations in many instances are both unprecedented and to a large extent…
Where are all the money from taxes going to?
An average Malaysian, besides food and his silly car loan, spends the bulk of his money on Education and Health. However, in a country which is so rich in resources and wealth, I cannot see why the…
Capitalism- the Engine of Destruction
Contrary to popular belief, globalization and capitalism in its form today is never going to lift the life of the poor, reduce the income gap worldwide and eradicate global poverty.By themole
