From Srivijaya to Cyberjaya: Thoughts on the cultural impact of computer-mediated technologies on schooling in Malaysia and preliminary propositions for a Theory of “Cybernating Nations” by Azly Rahman In the following passages, structured as a reflective essay, I will discuss the following ideas: a) prologue; being on the relationship between culture and technology b) the … Read more
Ex-MCA assemblyman admits to ‘snoop squad’By David Yeow, The NST 21 May 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: Former Damansara Utama assemblyman Datuk Lim Choon Kim has admitted that he was a member of the MCA ‘snoop squad’. He made the bombshell admission when he testified before a party panel set up to investigate allegations that such a squad exists … Read more
NGOs want local plans which they have been asking the past 20 yearsHimanshu Bhatt, The SunMay 21, 2008 GEORGE TOWN: The spate of mega-projects in Penang is driving citizens groups here to ask the new state government for local plans that have been long awaited for more than 20 years. Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Penang … Read more
ACA ordered to reinvestigate EusoffBy LOURDES CHARLES, The StarWednesday May 21, 2008 PUTRAJAYA: The Anti-Corruption Agency (ACA) has been ordered to reinvestigate former Chief Justice Tun Mohd Eusoff Chin and lawyer V.K. Lingam. The directive came from Attorney-General Tan Sri Abdul Gani Patail who wants investigations to be centred on the New Zealand vacation in … Read more
New Economic Agenda will not compromise rights of bumiputras, says AnwarBy The StarWednesday May 21, 2008 PETALING JAYA: The bumiputra community is ready for change under the New Economic Agenda because it will continue to be grounded on affirmative action to help the poor and the marginalised, said Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) de facto leader … Read more
PM: Don’t ignore cyber threats The StarWednesday May 21, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: Increasingly wired countries must work together to develop effective shields against cyber attacks or risk major disruptions to their people’s lives. If societies and governments ignore cyber threats, it could lead to catastrophic consequences, warned Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. “Ironically, … Read more
The Mahathir gambit: Abdullah gets support of Umno MPsBy : V. Vasudevan, Eileen Ng and Joseph Sipalan, The NST 21 May 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: There will be no revolt in Umno or Parliament. Yesterday, Umno MPs unanimously voiced their support for Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi as the prime minister and party president. They assured him … Read more
Dr M’s resignation may hasten Anwar’s ascent to power By: Kong See Hoh, The Sun Tue, 20 May 2008PETALING JAYA (May 20, 2008): Current affairs commentator Datuk Dr Cheah See Kian says former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s resignation from Umno may hasten Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) de facto leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s … Read more
Mokhzani quits UmnoThe Star, Wednesday May 21, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: Businessman and former Youth wing treasurer Datuk Mokhzani Mahathir announced Wednesday that he was quitting Umno. His announcement comes two days after his father Dr Mahathir resigned from the party. On Tuesday, Umno Youth exco member and Jerlun MP Datuk Mukhriz, who is also Mokhzani’s … Read more
Rising oil price creating Rockefellers?Azly RahmanMar 20, 2006 From ILLUMINATIONS, Malaysiakini We are now beginning to see an ugly picture splashed in our increasingly battered social conscience: the steady growth of the poor and the steady rise of Malaysian Rockefellers. While the poor suffer at the foot of the Twin Towers, the rich laugh from … Read more