Change, don’t end up as history
On The Beat, By WONG CHUN WAI in The StarIt’s already the age of Twitter and Facebook, and of Obama and his Blackberry, but some of our politicians have not moved with the times.
Delving into the ‘social contract’
By SHAILA KOSHY in The StarIn this first of a two-part series, Sunday Star looks at the terms ‘social contract’, ketuanan Melayu and Article 153 of the Federal Constitution that have been…
Is corruption like the common cold, or like AIDS?
During his five years in power, corruption in the government’s inner organs was one of the major ills that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi was supposed to combat. This he failed…
The Numbers Don’t Jive Mr FM!
In what was Najib’s maiden speech as a Finance Minister, he has cast more doubts about his alleged or perceived ‘financial prowess’ or at least spun by mainstream media as being…
DR M: Hakim-hakim berkenaan dipecat
MALAYSIAKINIBekas perdana menteri Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad hari ini mengesahkan bahawa tiga hakim yang terlibat dalam krisis kehakiman 1988 telah dipecat, walaupun Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri…
What’s Up, Ku Li?
By MOHSIN ABDULLAH/ MySinchew Sunday 2 Nov, the Bentong UMNO division gave Datuk Seri Najib Razak his 134th nomination for the post of party president.
Shahrizat versus Rafidah – still a big question
THE STARWill she or will she not? That is the one million ringgit question in the minds of everyone on Datuk Seri Shahrizat Jalil’s next move.
Mohd Ali can take on Muhyiddin
THE STAR The battle for the Umno deputy presidency is taking shape with Malacca Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam qualifying to challenge Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Syed Hamid wants ISA clarification
By MUGUNTAN VANAR, THE STARThe Government will appeal against the habeas corpus decision of the Shah Alam High Court which released Malaysia Today news portal editor Raja Petra Kamarudin from Internal…
RPK unfazed by ISA ‘sting’
By G. MANIMARAN, THE STARMalaysia Today editor Raja Petra Kamarudin will not be cowed into ending his controversial writing.
RPK’s Release: A Tapestry of Thoughts and Emotions
After having a "super kow" Nescafe tarik at the Pelita restaurant near the Shah Alam Court, I drove back to my office in Kuala Lumpur for a lunch appointment. RPK was ordered to be…
Karpal: Nazri misled Parliament
(Bernama) -- Bukit Gelugor Member of Parliament Karpal Singh said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Nazri Abdul Aziz had misled Parliament when he said judges involved in the…
Seremban Candlelight Vigil 2
My day started with an early sms from a blogger friend informing me that he was already making his way to the Shah Alam High Court. It was a great reminder to send a special prayer to heaven for Raja…
Look! It’s The Prime MinistZZzzz…
Yesterday, I attended the National Integrity Convention hosted by the government of Malaysia.Since Abdullah Badawi became Prime Minister of Malaysia 5 years ago, one of his top priorities was to…
Selamat Kembali Pet: Terus berjuang
Aku percaya Pet akan buat begitu. Mungkin esok atau lusa Pet akan mengemukakan saman di mahkamah menuntut ganti rugi atas penahanan yang tidak sah itu! ANTARA KITAOleh MOHD SAYUTI OMAR
Unconvincing claim that ‘anyone can be PM’
(ALIRAN ) Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi’s comment that it is possible for anyone, regardless of race and religion, to be the nation’s leader, if the rakyat wanted it to happen sounds…
Squeeze the rags
The cardinal rule of journalism is to be accurate in reporting a news story. There is no more imperative and pressing principle that defines and distinguishes credible journalism from all other forms…
Raja Petra: The new Malaysian star
Malaysia has a new star and he is a hero to many young and old citizens of the country. Raja Petra Kamaruddin is now enjoying the 'super hero' status given to him by millions of bloggers…
PRESS STATEMENT – Release of Raja Petra Kamarudin
The release of Raja Petra Kamarudin from ISA detention is a victory for the people of Malaysia. In its ruling against the Home Ministry, the High Court of Shah Alam has exposed yet another crack…
MPF PRESS RELEASE – ISA No. 4
The Muslim Professionals Forum ( MPF ) applauds the decisions handed down at the Shah Alam High Court and Kuala Lumpur Sessions court on 7th November, 2008.
Mongolia Govt says it will take Altantuya’s case to International Court
…if the court’s final decision (on the two police officers) results in unfair trial and proceedings. Letters have been sent to our Foreign Minister. What now Rais Yatim?…
Remembering 10 Eleven : Kembalikan Hak Rakyat
If you’ve got your BERSIH T-shirt, wear it. If not wear anything yellow. If you haven’t got anything yellow, wear any of the Anti-ISA T-shirts.
Anwar Ibrahim’s Press Statement on Release of Raja Petra and Internal Security Act (ISA)
The release of Raja Petra Kamaruddin from ISA detention is a victory for the people of Malaysia. In its ruling against the Home Ministry, the High Court of Shah Alam has exposed exposed yet another…
The battle to be M’sia DPM
Both Mr Ali and Mr Muhammad could likely signal a return to concentrating on Malay rights, a move that could damage relations with the ethnic Chinese and ethnic Indian communities.Reuters
What does Anwar really want?
Whose cause is he more interested in championing: his or the people's? Many Malaysians now say that it is Datuk Zaid Ibrahim, not Anwar, who has what it takes to be prime minister of…
Enter Najib, with baggage
Like Abdullah before him, Najib comes to the job promising reforms, including of the system of preference for members of the ethnic-Malay majority for state contracts and jobs. The Economist
Don’t harass lawyers, Ambiga urges police
The Malaysian Bar wants the police to stop calling up lawyers for questioning on matters relating to the execution of their professional duties.
Govt may appeal against court decision
(The Star) - The Government may appeal against the Shah Alam High Court’s decision to release Malaysia Today editor Raja Petra Raja Kamarudin from the Internal Security Act (ISA) detention.