Unfortunately for her, and others who might harbour a similar ambition in the deep recesses of their fantasy, our country is a monarchy, albeit a constitutional one (may it always remain that way) and…

After its humiliation in Kuala Terengganu, Barisan Nasional has no choice but to face the facts: the people of Malaysia are not happy with their Barisan-led government. Ever since the March general…

Poor Barisan Nasional. No matter what, in the eyes of Malaysians, Barisan can do no right. Anywhere between one and five by-elections may be coming soon, and it is a virtual certainty that Barisan…

Unlike a lot of people who have been making noise about Elizabeth Wong in the past week, I have a couple of links to Eli: I personally know her, and she is my representative in the Selangor state…

Economic stimulus is all the rage it seems, both here in the US and back home in Malaysia. While I am skeptical of stimulus in general, our government's spending plans are increasingly ridiculous…

Now, there is a case to be made that Najib does not deserve to be PM, and I agree with it. His approval ratings are abysmal by the standards of Malaysian politics, and he is mired in scandal and…

While the focus has been on recent revelations that Balkis members went on a holiday to Disneyland in Tokyo and then to Hongkong and Seoul, there’s a far more important issue – the…

There were lots of shouting especially when Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz was rounding up the debate on the motion. All the opposition members stood up and…

Speech by DAP MP for Ipoh Timor YB Lim Kit Siang at the DAP Damansara/Paramount Garden Dinner “Moving Selangor Forward” at Damansara Palace, Kota Damansara, Selangor on 19th March 2009

A day after the hard hitting speech from former Law Minister Zaid Ibrahim, Umno heavyweights are out to seek blood.

Here’s Ali Rustam, the swaggering UMNO powerbroker, chopped at the knees, done in by another more ambitious, powerful than him. That’s the prevailing thought anyway.

Malaysiakini has been kept busy with headlines like Ku Li: ROS can stop Umno polls and Tensions rise between No 1, No 2 camps.Both referred to UMNO’s internal jostling for the No 2 position (and…

When the events were unfolding from UMNO HQ yesterday, where UMNO deputy president candidate Mohd Ali Rustam and a few other were barred from contesting as a result of “investigation” by…

(The Star) - The Conference of Rulers is expected to have approved the promotions recommended by the Prime Minister’s newly established Judicial Appointments Commis-sion (JAC) at its meeting…

Najib is also burdened by allegations from a private investigator, a blogger and an opposition lawmaker that he is linked to the murder of a woman near Kuala Lumpur in 2006. By Shamim Adam, Bloomberg…

Former Malaysian leader Mahathir Mohamad warned Thursday that the ruling party faces political doom due to its decision to let off the prime minister's son-in-law despite finding him guilty of…

(Today Online) - Malaysia's ruling party faces an internal revolt over an anti-graft purge, but will be voted out of power if it fails to act on corruption, former premier Mahathir Mohamad said…

(The Star) - PKR de facto leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would re-submit to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission a complete file of materials and documents in relation to allegations that…

In a speech two days ago, Zaid, the former law minister, called on Malaysia’s king to reject Najib if the party puts him forward as prime minister and to appoint someone who would…

It is too early to evaluate the impacts of NGO representatives in the local authorities. Nevertheless, there are glimpses of hope as reflected in the workings of Petaling Jaya City Council, especially…

By LIM MUN FAH/ Translated by SOONG PHUI JEE/ Sin Chew Daily He will officially become the chief of UMNO next week and the sixth Prime Minister of Malaysia in another two weeks.

(The Sun) - Malaysia today sought to soothe diplomatic nerves, agreeing with Brunei that claims on Limbang were not discussed during the meeting between Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Malaysian Prime…

(Bernama) -- Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said today it is illogical to call on the Yang di-Pertuan Agong not to appoint Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak as the prime minister.

The anointment of Najib Tun Razak as prime minister could hit some bumps in the road Najib's candidacy has been badly bruised by an extraordinary speech to the Rotary Club in Kuala…

The entire Umno election is becoming a farce worthy of a banana republic. Except, well, when the future of our nation depends on the outcome, it is far less amusing. The corrupting influence of money…

(Bernama) -- Umno deputy president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has described as "irresponsible and malicious" the statement by former Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Zaid…

"...Apa yang berlaku di Perak, kita tidak ada arahan memaki Raja, kita tidak mahu bertempur dengan Raja kerana kita mendukung Raja Berperlembagaan."Dato' Seri Tuan Guru Abdul Hadi…

By Giam Say Khoon, The SunChong Chieng Jen (DAP-Bandar Kuching) today submitted an urgent motion requesting the Dewan Rakyat to debate Gobind Singh Deo (DAP-Puchong)’s suspension on Monday as he…

(Bernama) -- DAP chairman Karpal Singh’s sedition case will be mentioned in the High Court here on Monday.

Bukit Gantang Umno head Datuk Rosli Husin, who had warded off a challenge from Ismail for the division chief post, was confident that a local candidate was a trump card for BN. By Mohd Zabidi Osman,…