The MACC will meet on Sept 4 to decide on the next course of action against Lim Guan Eng, after the chief minister failed to abide by a 48-hour deadline for an apology over his “illegal detention” remark on the arrest of Penang exco Phee Boon Poh.
Women’s council should be led by women, says Marina
Prominent activist says women should refuse to sit on the council, which is led by PM Najib Razak and advertising mogul Lim Kok Wing. PETALING JAYA: Prominent activist Marina Mahathir has slammed the appointment of two men including the prime minister to helm Putrajaya women’s empowerment council, saying it reflects a narrow “patriarchal belief” that…
MACC gives Guan Eng 48hrs to apologise over ‘illegal’ detention remark
The MACC has given Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng an ultimatum – apologise within 48 hours or face action.
China investments put Malaysia at risk, warn MP, economist
MALAYSIA faces greater economic risks because of the high debt and risk exposure from on-going mega projects funded by Chinese banks, PKR-affiliated think tank Institut Rakyat said in a policy paper on Chinese investments.
Many wish I was dead, says Dr M
Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has brushed aside concerns about his health, after claiming that his rivals wished to see him dead.
Activist Thasleem dies at 68
Thasleem Mohd Ibrahim was known for his commitment to education and for fostering better interfaith relations. PETALING JAYA: Prominent social activist Thasleem Mohd Ibrahim, who headed the National Indian Rights Action Team (NIAT), died today. He was 68.
The memorial night of Kerk Kim Hock, the former DAP Secretary-General and former MP & state assemblyman
Tonight I attended the memorial night of Kerk Kim Hock, the former DAP Secretary-General and former MP & state assemblyman. I delivered a 10-minute-speech tonight.
RCI should focus on Amanat Hadi, says Dr Mahathir
DR Mahathir Mohamad today blamed the Memali tragedy on the “Amanat Hadi”, espoused by PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang in 1981.