Headlines online: June 1, 2009
Published: Jun 1, 2009 11:27 AM | Updated: Jul 14, 2009 12:02 PM
There is a myriad of headlines but one that captures the attention is the reduction of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) core papers to four from six subjects announced by Education Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin.
There is a myriad of headlines but one that captures the attention is the reduction of SPM core papers to four from six subjects.
Malaysiakini compares key news and views in major newspapers. What is today's agenda for the English, Bahasa, and Tamil papers?
Front Page
English newspapers
New Straits Times headlined the furore of 200 ‘successful' applicants and their parents at Universiti Sains Malaysia when they found out that there were no places for them. This happened due to a technical glitch in the school's computer system.
Star reported that the police are launching an offensive operation to hunt down loan sharks who have not surrendered after a 24-hour deadline for them to do so.
Malay newspapers
Utusan Malaysia led with Muhyiddin Yassin stating that he would be announcing a final decision soon on the reduction of core subjects - from six to four - for SPM candidates.
Berita Harian led with the government's decision to restudy regulations in demolishing buildings as announced by Muhyiddin Yassin.
Tamil newspapers
Tamil Nesan led with Muhyiddin Yassin stating that he would consult the ROS to resolve the leadership crisis in PPP.
Malaysia Nanban led with the case of a youth who died due to delays in seeking medical attention. Earlier, the deceased was kidnapped and beaten before being left in front of a police station in Port Dickson.
Makkal Osai reported that prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's visit to China emulated his father's footstep, Razak Hussein, 35-years ago, where the second premier's visit graced by Chairman Mao became the start of Malaysia-China bilateral relations.
Chinese newspapers
The news of 4,574 students wrongly admitted into Universiti Sains Malaysia due to a technical glitch was the headline in all major Chinese dailies.
These students only met the minimum criteria to enter the university but the university wrongfully uploaded their names on its website as successful applicants.
This irked many students and parents who went to USM in Penang to check their status.
Nanyang Siang Pau and China Press also published a pullout to highlight Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak's official visit to China this week.
Editorial
New Straits Times opined the move to cap SPM subjects is a move made in haste as it does not address related issues such as Public Service Department scholarships.
Utusan Malaysia urged the authorities to strictly enforce no smoking zones.
Berita Harian called for stricter procedures on matters pertaining to demolishment of buildings.
Malaysia Nanban stated that the capping of subjects for SPM candidates would create a negative impact on Tamil language and literature.
Sin Chew Daily commented that Najib's visit to China tomorrow will start a new chapter in the relationship between the two nations. Malaysia first established its diplomatic ties with China 35 years ago when Najib's father, Malaysia's second Prime Minister Tun Razak visited China.
The son's visit is expected to forge stronger rapport with China in trade, investment, tourism and education.
Nanyang Siang Pau also commented that Najib's three-day visit to China was a strategic move which could open up more co-operations that can benefit both the two nations.
Front Page
English newspapers
New Straits Times headlined the furore of 200 ‘successful' applicants and their parents at Universiti Sains Malaysia when they found out that there were no places for them. This happened due to a technical glitch in the school's computer system.
Star reported that the police are launching an offensive operation to hunt down loan sharks who have not surrendered after a 24-hour deadline for them to do so.
Malay newspapers
Utusan Malaysia led with Muhyiddin Yassin stating that he would be announcing a final decision soon on the reduction of core subjects - from six to four - for SPM candidates.
Berita Harian led with the government's decision to restudy regulations in demolishing buildings as announced by Muhyiddin Yassin.
Tamil newspapers
Tamil Nesan led with Muhyiddin Yassin stating that he would consult the ROS to resolve the leadership crisis in PPP.
Malaysia Nanban led with the case of a youth who died due to delays in seeking medical attention. Earlier, the deceased was kidnapped and beaten before being left in front of a police station in Port Dickson.
Makkal Osai reported that prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's visit to China emulated his father's footstep, Razak Hussein, 35-years ago, where the second premier's visit graced by Chairman Mao became the start of Malaysia-China bilateral relations.
Chinese newspapers
The news of 4,574 students wrongly admitted into Universiti Sains Malaysia due to a technical glitch was the headline in all major Chinese dailies.
These students only met the minimum criteria to enter the university but the university wrongfully uploaded their names on its website as successful applicants.
This irked many students and parents who went to USM in Penang to check their status.
Nanyang Siang Pau and China Press also published a pullout to highlight Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak's official visit to China this week.
Editorial
New Straits Times opined the move to cap SPM subjects is a move made in haste as it does not address related issues such as Public Service Department scholarships.
Utusan Malaysia urged the authorities to strictly enforce no smoking zones.
Berita Harian called for stricter procedures on matters pertaining to demolishment of buildings.
Malaysia Nanban stated that the capping of subjects for SPM candidates would create a negative impact on Tamil language and literature.
Sin Chew Daily commented that Najib's visit to China tomorrow will start a new chapter in the relationship between the two nations. Malaysia first established its diplomatic ties with China 35 years ago when Najib's father, Malaysia's second Prime Minister Tun Razak visited China.
The son's visit is expected to forge stronger rapport with China in trade, investment, tourism and education.
Nanyang Siang Pau also commented that Najib's three-day visit to China was a strategic move which could open up more co-operations that can benefit both the two nations.
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