Mixed reactions from leaders to PM’s ‘goodies’By DAILY EXPRESSJune 2, 2008 Kota Kinabalu: The announcements on several issues concerning Sabah on Saturday by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi were met with mixed reactions from leaders in the State. Some said they were not up to the people’s expectation, like the establishment of a… Continue reading Mixed reactions from leaders to PM’s ‘goodies’
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Whither Malaysia?
Whither Malaysia?By The Borneo PostSunday, June 1, 2008 THERE’S something that definitely must be said about Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, the prime minister, who is facing (it seems) mounting troubles within Umno, his own party and the backbone of the ruling national coalition, but a situation (it also seems) that is getting to the… Continue reading Whither Malaysia?
Malaysia not giving up hope on Batu Puteh
Malaysia not giving up hope on Batu PutehBy PAUL GABRIEL, The StarSunday, June 1, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has renewed the search for evidence to stake its claim on Batu Puteh, whose sovereignty was deemed to be under Singapore by the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Dr Rais Yatim… Continue reading Malaysia not giving up hope on Batu Puteh
WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY: MAY 31; Why young girls take up smoking
WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY: MAY 31; Why young girls take up smokingBy : Annie Freeda Cruez , New Straits TimesMay 31, 2008 “Say NO to Smoking” Despite the government’s anti-smoking efforts, many perceive that society approves of smoking. Research revealed that young girls who had one close friend who smoked are 13 times most… Continue reading WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY: MAY 31; Why young girls take up smoking
The law and the art of being popular
The law and the art of being popularBy : JOHAN JAAFFAR, Columnist, New Straits TimesMay 31, 2008 WATCHING the images of a senior police officer being hoisted on to the shoulders of the so-called “Cheras barricade breakers” saddened me. According to reports, the barricade was demolished “peacefully” by the crowd in the presence of policemen… Continue reading The law and the art of being popular
WHAT BLOGGERS SAY: Toll fracas, Najib in the crosshairs
WHAT BLOGGERS SAY: Toll fracas, Najib in the crosshairsBy The New Straits TimesMay 31, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: The fracas on Tuesday between residents of Bandar Mahkota Cheras and a group of men, believed to be thugs, was the main focus of bloggers this week. Petaling Jaya Utara MP Tony Pua expressed his frustration over the… Continue reading WHAT BLOGGERS SAY: Toll fracas, Najib in the crosshairs
It’s not my letter, says Dr Mahathir
It’s not my letter, says Dr MahathirBy The New Straits TimesMay 30, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad hopes that one day his correspondence with two former Israeli prime ministers will be declassified. “I am saying this because currently, there is a fake letter circulating around. The letter claims… Continue reading It’s not my letter, says Dr Mahathir
Poultry traders shocked over price increase
Poultry traders shocked over price increaseBy The StarSaturday May 31, 2008 MUAR: Chicken traders here are shocked over the sudden increase in the price of live chicken supplied by the farms, which have exceeded the ceiling price. The traders received letters from the Federation of Livestock Farmers Association notifying them of the new price, which… Continue reading Poultry traders shocked over price increase
PM: Learn from history
PM: Learn from historyBy The StarSaturday May 31, 2008 KUALA LUMPUR: History has taught that civilisation will suffer whenever the people’s thoughts are threatened by corruption and decay, Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi said. The Prime Minister said that because of that, mistakes made throughout history should be understood so that they are not repeated.… Continue reading PM: Learn from history
Bring out the bloggers
Bring out the bloggersBY NICOLE TAN, The StarSaturday May 31, 2008 StarMetro takes a look into the wide, wonderful world of blogging with a new column by travel blogger Nicole Tan. This week, she shares her personal experiences and provides some tips on how to start your own blog. BLOGGING may not sound… Continue reading Bring out the bloggers