The giant surrenders — workers win 12-year battle
It was a victory long overdue. The corporate giant — plantation company Lion Group — could have resolved the issue a decade ago, but it chose the path of arrogance and sheer disregard for…
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M’sia govt on Internet factor in elections: IT’S NO BIG DEAL
MALAYSIA's Information Minister Zainuddin Mydin has said that the government will not be affected by blogs and other Internet forums that may be created during campaigning for the upcoming…
TUNKU ABDUL AZIZ: English proficiency will empower us
By : Tunku Abdul Aziz, NEW STRAITS TIMESIT never fails to amuse me to see our reaction to international surveys in which Malaysia is included among countries that are put under a microscope and…
Traditional DAP stronghold Bukit Bintang has become a “danger” seat
DAP’s traditional stronghold of Bukit Bintang for over three decades has become a “danger” seat because of dirty electoral tricks through the influx of over 6,000 postal votes since…
When the going gets tough, the tough get going
Some of you reading this article probably know my Auntie, Raja Fuziah. And those of you who know her probably do so because when you went to university she was the one who gave you your MARA…
Police Report made against Samy Vellu
Will Samy Vellu now be disqualified from contesting Malaysia's 12th General Election?
Malaysian opposition aiming for seismic shift at the polls
KUALA LUMPUR - AFP: As Malaysia heads for elections dominated by seething ethnic tensions, an invigorated opposition is hopeful of making unprecedented gains against the coalition that has…
Polis kasari Tian Chua, Pak Amjal di balai polis
Ketua Penerangan KeADILan Tian Chua dan aktivis reformasi Jalaluddin Abdul Manap (juga dikenali sebagai Pak Amjal) telah ditahan polis jam 4 petang tadi ketika menyerah memorandum kepada pejabat DYMM…
Bersih kecam polis tahan Tian Chua dan Amjal secara kasar
(Harakah) - Gabungan Pilihan raya Bersih danAdil (Bersih) melahirkan rasa kesal dengan tindakan kasar polis terhadap rombongan gabungan tersebut dan PAS yang menghantar surat ke Istana Negara kepada…
Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah gugur dari calon BN?
(Harakah) - Bekas Menteri Kewangan, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah dijangka digugurkan dari senarai calon Barisan Nasional untuk kerusi Parlimen Gua Musang, Kelantan.
Najib slams ungrateful Felda settlers
Some Felda settlers are still ungrateful to the Government despite all that it has done to improve their lot, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak.
I am ready to make a comeback, says Rahim
Umno supreme council member and former Malacca chief minister Tan Sri Abdul Rahim Tamby Chik is prepared to make a comeback and contest in the general election should the party decide to field…
Dreams stifled, Egypt’s young turn to Islamic fervor
With 60 percent of the region's population under the age of 25, this youthful religious fervor has enormous implications for the Middle East. More than ever, Islam has become the cornerstone of…
It’s time to party…
The PM announced the dissolution of the Parliament on Wednesday, 13th February 2008. In his speech, he invites all Malaysians to come forward and do their responsibility in this coming general…
‘PBS supporters should vote Pasok instead’
Kota Kinabalu: Opposition Pasok on Friday urged those who had voted for PBS when the party was still in the opposition to now give their support to Pasok in the coming election.
In pictures: Kuala Lumpur protest by HINDRAF
(BBC News, 16 Feb 2008) - Malaysian security forces have used tear gas and water cannon to break up a protest by ethnic Indians in the capital, Kuala Lumpur. More than 20 people taking part in the…
Judging Lingam
Testimony about judge-fixing leaves KL judiciary's reputation in tatters By Reme AhmadSTORIES about the dubious relationships among some judges, lawyers and tycoons have floated…
DAP plays the underdog, Pas and PKR swagger
NO more grand plans. No more Tanjung 1, Tanjung 2, Tanjung 3... All these grand plans launched by the Democratic Action Party (DAP) leader Lim Kit Siang failed to achieve the stated objective…
Azmi ‘fed up’, ready to say goodbye to politics
KANGAR: Padang Besar member of parliament Datuk Seri Azmi Khalid is ready to retire from politics, saying he is disappointed with the political problems in Perlis.
Cyber troopers battle for voters
IT is said the pen is mightier than the sword. But with the advent of information technology, the "pen" may have just been replaced by the innocuous keyboard.
Abdullah condemns illegal Hindraf rally
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi condemned the action of the Hindu Rights Action Force in organising an illegal assembly in Kuala Lumpur yesterday, saying it was an attempt to raise…
Hindraf urges ethnic Indians to vote against Badawi’s political grouping
Police cite “security concerns” for banning protest rally The National Coordinator of the Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf), Thanenthiran Ramankutty, on Saturday asked the ethnic Indians…
Tham changes his tune over outside candidates
PENANG: State DAP Action Team chief Tham Weng Fatt has made an about-turn after his outburst against the party’s state leadership several days earlier.
MAKKAL SAKTI! MAKKAL SAKTI! MAKKAL SAKTI!
By 11.30 Haris and I were alerted that the campaigners were gathering at the Court Malai Pillay temple.
EC: Postal vote only for certain groups
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysians living overseas cannot vote through the post unless they are military personnel, students, staff of embassies and high commissions and their spouses.
Angry Hindraf supporters mob Samy
BUTTERWORTH: MIC president Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu was prevented by a group of people from leaving a function here.
Dr M: Ulama causing confusion
Muslims have only themselves to blame for the situation they are in.
Muslims should blame themselves, says Dr M
Many of the crises faced by Muslims and the Muslim world were largely due to their own fault, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said.
Dato Seri, what is Civilisational about Islam Hadhari?
Ask at random any 10 Malaysians, what is Islam Hadhari?
Malaysian police break up protest
Malaysian security forces have used tear gas and water cannon to break up a protest by ethnic Indians in the capital, Kuala Lumpur.
Police crackdown on Hindraf rose campaign – another day of international shame for Malaysia
Another day of international shame for Malaysia – the firing of tear gas, chemically-laced water cannon and excessive use of police force against peaceful demonstrators and children during…
To Opposition parties: follow this poll
By Little BirdMalaysia Today is hosting a running poll called 'Mock Elections'. Everyone, including supporters of the BN and the Opposition, should visit the poll and cast their votes. The…
How To Choose Within 13 Days?
Is 13-day campaign period long enough? What can be done during these 13 days? Of course, it is impossible for prospective candidates to wait until nomination day on 24 Feb. Some candidates have…
2008: Tahun Merawat Malaysia – Najib Al Tantuya
Hari ini terbaca Kempen Najib, Tahun Rawat Kelantan dan Tahun Merawat Kelantan.
Illegal Assembly Attempt To Disrupt Election, Says PM
YAN, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi today condemned the action of an unlawful organisation in organising an illegal assembly in Kuala Lumpur today, saying…
The Rose Rally a.k.a Guns and Roses
THE PEOPLE'S VOICE WILL SPEAK UP LOUD AND CLEAR THIS ELECTION
Koh Expected To Contest In Batu Kawan, Chia To Remain In Bukit Bendera
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- Gerakan acting President and Penang Chief Minister Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon is likely to contest the Batu Kawan parliamentary seat while secretary-general and…
Almost Half Of Pas Candidates New Faces
KEPALA BATAS, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- PAS is to field new faces in almost 50 per cent of the seats the party will contest in the March 8 general election, PAS Deputy President Nasharuddin Mat Isa…
Mindanao sees silent U.S. military invasion
Written by Kazi Mahmood, WORLD FUTURESThe U.S. military presence is also in preparation for possible control of the resources of Mindanao by Washington and its contractors. They are eyeing oil sites…
