Archive - 5 April 2010

Matthias Chang admitted to hospital

This follows a five-day hunger strike by him in protest against what he claims is bias on the part of a judge in fining him for contempt.

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Personal data protection bill passed quietly

Debate on it lasted less than three hours and was mainly focused on several issues, specifically credit reference agencies.

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Kartika punishment: Sultan has the power, says Nazri

'He has the discretionary powers to mete out sentence based on public interests. He has acted within his power,' says the minister.

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'I saw cop hitting Kugan' - constable

A constable told the Sessions Court here today that he witnessed accused Constable V Navindran hitting car theft suspect A Kugan who later died.

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Toll concessions may be extended - minister

He claims that this is because the government is unable to afford paying compensation to the concessionaires.

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Former defence sec-gen to testify against gov't

A case which will be heard tomorrow is expected to give further insights into how the defence ministry awards contracts.

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Samy-Subra conflict heats up in Hulu Selangor

Subra is alleged to be masterminding efforts to sabotage current deputy president G Palanivel's chances as BN candidate.

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MCA begins Soi Lek era tomorrow

Against this background, an MCA minister says he sees nothing wrong if Chua is invited back into the cabinet following his recent victory in the party polls.

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MP questions RM6.5 billion army food bill

The staggering cost of army rations - equivalent to four Scorpene submarines - were among the highlights of the new government procurement website.

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State gov't in full throttle in Hulu S'gor

It wants to be sure of pole position in Pakatan’s bid to secure the parliamentary seat.

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Phang wants to quiz Wee in court

The court will decide on April 29 whether or not Wee Ka Siong should be cross-examined by Robert Phang's defence team in relation to his suit against Phang for linking him to the PKFZ issue.

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New probe called into Sabah CM's 1976 air crash death

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NEM - what exactly is the PM selling?

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'Allah' or 'Tuhan' for Rukun Negara?

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Penang smart enough to avoid PKFZ trap

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If the Malays are poor, it is because of Umno

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Look at the Matthias Chang case impersonally

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'Mafrel is opposition's mouthpiece'

UPDATED 6.50PM BN Hulu Selangor election director Noh Omar hits out at election watchdog for failing to criticise Pakatan’s ‘misuse’ of state government machinery.

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GLC unions to discuss effect of share divestment

The union will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the effect of the government's decision to divest shares in certain GLCs on its members.

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PAS wants royal hand to tear up Apco contract

It is seeking the intervention of the Rulers Council in terminating the contract between the government and public relations firm Apco. [VIDEO INSIDE]

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Actress seeks Suhakam for help

Suaram requests it take action to assist actress Azean Irdawaty's son who has been arrested under Section 3 which allows for detention without trial.

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PKR faces uphill task with rural Malays

The cold reception to PKR's ceramah in rural Hulu Selangor underscores the party's uphill task in securing votes in Malay-majority areas.

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Poser over BN candidate takes centre stage

The poser over the candidate for the BN in the Hulu Selangor parliamentary seat by-election on April 25 seems to occupy the thoughts of the grassroots in the area.

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From Perkasa to pekasam

Is pushing the doctrine of ketuanan Melayu embarrassing progressive Malays?

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PKR's Azan sues Utusan for RM29 million

Indera Mahkota MP Azan Ismail today filed a RM29 million suit against Utusan Melayu (Malaysia) Berhad and its news editor for defamation.

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Experts who control thought, speech

A true expert has an open mind.

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No rush to name candidate: PKR

PKR will not rush in selecting its candidate for the Hulu Selangor parliamentary by-election, the Selangor menteri besar said today.

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K'tan regent withdraws suit against uncle

However, he has claimed liberty to file a fresh suit in a matter which has pitted members of the Kelantan palace against one another.

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Speaker notified of motion to censure Anwar for 'One Israel' dig

The federal government is another step closer to taking action against Anwar Ibrahim for his 'One Israel' jibe in the Dewan Rakyat.

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95 workers found alive in China flooded mine

At least 95 workers have been found alive in a Chinese coal mine more than a week after they were trapped by an underground flood, in what state media has hailed as a miracle rescue.

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Malaysia sets up academy for Hindu priests

Malaysia has set up an academy to train Hindu priests in a bid to reduce the number of foreigners working in temples.

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In the words of Tun Abdul Razak

COMMENT In his speeches he emphasised that the foundations of a united and happy Malaysia was the spirit of nationhood, defined as loyalty to the country above race and creed.

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Justice served in 'racial prejudice' case

The Hong Kong Hospital Authority has settled a legal suit involving Malaysian lawyer Harinder Veriah, who died after allegedly failing to receive timely treatment because of her skin colour.

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Headlines online: April 5, 2010

Newspapers focused on Najib's announcement that affirmative action will continue, but more transparently, and that it's possible civil servants will get a pay rise.

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Major quake in Mexico rocks southwestern US

A powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake in northwestern Mexico near the Mexico-US border rocked buildings as far away as Los Angeles, and was felt in a wide area in the two countries, officials said.

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I am Malaysian first

We call our daughter Soraya and our son Jebat. To us, Malay names are also Malaysian names, and our children are Malaysian.

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Mariam Mokhtar, you're not alone

free 'Your feelings have brought fresh hope to those who have been on the verge of writing Malaysia off as a failed state. Thanks for the glimmer of hope you've given us.'

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'Royal' hospital project: A case of rent-seeking

free 'Negotiated tender runs counter to the spirit of NEM... Indeed, in Najib Razak's view, this is rent-seeking.'

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Can the CIA sabotage Iran's nuclear project?

The reported defection of an Iranian scientist to the United States has renewed speculation about a CIA plot to sabotage Iran's nuclear program through covert action.

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