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Eking out a living solo-journalism styleDEC 15 — Can you make a living by making videos as a solo-journalist? How do you survive? Is it enough?The Columnists Aidil Rusli |
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Speaker slams opposition in narrow Budget vote By Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Pandikar Amin Mulia today criticised the Pakatan Rakyat for taking advantage of missing Barisan Nasional lawmakers, ... Read More |
Catholics can herald in 2010 with newspaperBy Debra Chong KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Malaysia’s only Catholic newspaper, Herald, finally got its publishing permit renewed for next year after several weeks of delay, its editor Father Lawrence ... Read More |
Police quiz Nizar’s counsel over Hee’s resignation letterBy Clara Chooi IPOH, Dec 15 – Police today asked a counsel for former Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohammad Nizar Jamaluddin to give a statement on the allegedly forged resignation ... Read More |
DAP demands full disclosure of Khazanah selldown By Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — The DAP wants state investment arm Khazanah Nasional to publicly disclose its disposal of stakes in government linked companies (GLCs) to ... Read More |
MCA: 13 resign today, 8 more needed for polls UPDATED By Syed Jaymal Zahiid KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Thirteen MCA central committee (CC) members, led by vice-president Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai, submitted their resignation letters today to the party’s ... Read More |
‘Allah’ decision on Dec 30UPDATED By Debra Chong KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 – Peace on earth aside, all he wants for Christmas is to be allowed to use the word “Allah” to refer to the ... Read More |
Rosmah unperturbed by wild allegationsSINGAPORE, Dec 15 — Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor is unperturbed by the many bad and wild allegations hurled against her by hostile parties. She said, as the prime minister’s wife, she ... Read More |
Kit Siang: Najib failed to walk the talk on Chinese schoolsBy Syed Jaymal Zahiid KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — It was pointless for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to sing praises of independent Chinese schools if he’s not backing it ... Read More |
Wangsa Maju MP wants PM’s aide suspendedBy Asrul Hadi Abdulla Sani KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Wangsa Maju MP Wee Choo Keong wants Datuk Shafie Abdullah, political secretary to Datuk Seri Najib Razak, to be suspended pending ... Read More |
Man claims trial for maid abuseKLANG, Dec 15 — A stationery shop owner was charged in the Sessions Court here today, with voluntarily causing hurt to his Indonesian maid by pouring hot water on her ... Read More |
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World
India’s Congress party buys time over new state HYDERABAD, India, Dec 15 — India’s Congress-ruled government distanced itself today from a move to carve a new state out of Andhra Pradesh and asked the leaders of the southern ... Read More |
Thai arms experts inspect seized N Korean cargo NAKHON SAWAN, Thailand, Dec 15 — Thai arms experts inspected more than 35 tonnes of weapons seized from an impounded plane traveling from North Korea today but the destination and ... Read More |
Rich nations must assume environmental duties, says pope VATICAN CITY, Dec 15 — Industrialised nations must recognise their responsibility for the environmental crisis, shed their consumerism and embrace more sober lifestyles, Pope Benedict said on today. The pope’s call ... Read More |
Japan to put off decision on US base row TOKYO, Dec 15 — Japan will put off a decision on relocating a US airbase, Foreign Minister Katsuya Okada said today, a delay that risks fanning US mistrust and doubts ... Read More |
Thai forces kill 2 rebel suspects in shootout YALA, Thailand, Dec 15 — Thai security forces killed two suspected insurgents today in a gunbattle in the country’s troubled Muslim south bordering Malaysia, police said. The gunfight occurred after police ... Read More |
PLO meets, to extend Abbas term as president RAMALLAH, West Bank, Dec 15 — The Palestine Liberation Organisation began a two-day meeting today which is expected to extend the term of President Mahmoud Abbas. The PLO Central Council is ... Read More |
Berlusconi attacker apologises for ‘cowardly’ act ROME, Dec 15 — An Italian man who broke Silvio Berlusconi’s nose and teeth by striking him with a souvenir model has apologised to the Italian prime minister for his ... Read More |
Philippine troops clash with massacre suspects, 1 dead MANILA, Dec 15 — Fighting broke out between troops and an armed group believed involved in the massacre of 57 people in the southern Philippines last month, officials said today. President ... Read More |
China warns West from taking up dissident case BEIJING, Dec 15 — China warned Western countries today against taking up the case of a prominent dissident, Liu Xiaobo, who is facing trial for subversion, after the United States ... Read More |
Cop who drank self to death declared ‘martyr’ BEIJING, Dec 15 — A Chinese police officer who died after a drinking binge with local officials was designated a martyr who “died in the line of duty,” the China ... Read More |
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Sports
French Federation member calls for Domenech departure PARIS, Dec 15 — A member of the French Football Federation’s governing body, Guy Chambily, has called for national team coach Raymond Domenech to be replaced. Domenech, who was appointed in ... Read More |
Di Grassi joins Glock at Virgin Racing LONDON, Dec 15 — Brazilian rookie Lucas di Grassi will partner Germany’s Timo Glock when the new Virgin Racing Formula One team makes its race debut next year. The team, originally ... Read More |
Shankly shadow looms over Benitez as Liverpool seek lift LONDON, Dec 15 — Bill Shankly’s shadow will loom large over Anfield tomorrow when Liverpool seek a morale-boosting Premier League win against Wigan Athletic. Fifty years ago, almost to the day, ... Read More |
Having a family the best thing, Tiger Woods says WELLINGTON, Dec 15 — Having a family was the best thing that ever happened to him, Tiger Woods said in a major interview recorded before he became embroiled in a ... Read More |
A1 Team Malaysia moves to solidify relationship with Lola By Shazwan Mustafa Kamal KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — The Malaysian A1 team has had a bumpy year, with the cancellation of the opening race of A1 Grand Prix at ... Read More |
Japan’s ‘Godzilla’ Matsui set to join Angels TOKYO, Dec 15 — Japan’s World Series MVP Hideki Matsui is set to join the Los Angeles Angels on a one-year deal subject to passing a medical. The 35-year-old’s father Masao ... Read More |
Athletics a letdown, Malaysia still fourth in gold medal tallyVIENTIANE, Dec 15 — Malaysia’s hope of seeing athletics to contribute more gold medals after the aquatic events ended yesterday, dissipated following the athletes’ poor showing in the finals of ... Read More |
Ferrari will not block Schumacher deal ROME, Dec 15 — Ferrari will not stand in Michael Schumacher’s way if the seven-times Formula One world champion decides to come out of retirement and race for Mercedes, president ... Read More |
Shabery: More money for football developmentVIENTIANE, Dec 15 — The Cabinet has agreed in principle to the setting up of a fund for football development at the grassroots level as mooted by the Youth and ... Read More |
Malaysia make final after beating LaosVIENTIANE, Dec 15 — Malaysia have the chance to end their 20-year gold drought when their men's Under-23 squad play in the final of the SEA Games football competition after ... Read More |
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Business
Share prices led by bluechips close higher KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Share prices reversed an earlier decline and closed higher today on Bursa Malaysia due to the last-minute buying of big cap stocks like Sime Darby ... Read More |
AirAsia plans more routes in India KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Asia’s leading low-cost airline AirAsia is planning to expand its route network in India, particularly in a market that no other airline is serving directly. Its ... Read More |
Malaysia at 1-week high, Thailand off month high BANGKOK, Dec 15 — Southeast Asian stocks ended mostly flat today in thin trading with Malaysia edging to a one-week high on gains in financials suchas Maybank, while foreign-led selling ... Read More |
ADB urges caution in Asia against withdrawing stimulus MANILA, Dec 15 — The Asian Development Bank raised its growth forecasts for developing economies in Asia today, but warned against any hasty withdrawal of stimulus packages, saying they were ... Read More |
Singapore REITs seek buys as property market unfreezes SINGAPORE, Dec 15 — Singapore real estate investment trusts (REITs) are poised to take advantage of lower commercial property prices to grow portfolios and boost dividends to shareholders, after spending ... Read More |
Kraft stands firm on Cadbury bid approach LONDON, Dec 15 — Kraft Foods has vowed to maintain discipline in its pursuit of British chocolatier Cadbury, suggesting the US group will resist raising the level of its hostile ... Read More |
Tenaga sees power demand up 3pc UPDATED KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Power firm Tenaga Nasional expects power demand in the country to rise 3 per cent in the financial year 2010 to August as the economy bo... Read More |
Asian stocks waver before Fed meeting HONG KONG, Dec 15 — The dollar steadied today while Asian stocks wavered as investors turned cautious ahead of a meeting of the US Federal Reserve although Abu Dhabi’s decision ... Read More |
World’s longest sea bridge may boost South China economyHONG KONG, Dec 15 — Construction of the world’s longest sea bridge linking Hong Kong to China and Macau began today, in a bid to bolster the integration and future ... Read More |
IMac demand swamps Apple, hit by delays SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 15 — Apple Inc yesterday said strong demand for its new iMac personal computer had it working hard to keep up, and the company apologised for any ... Read More |
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Opinion
Blues, Red Devils get chance for instant recoveryDEC 15 — This season is proving to be a vintage edition because of its unpredictability. It’s a dream season for the neutral; a nightmare for football pundits and commentators. Three ... Read More |
Eking out a living solo-journalism styleDEC 15 — Can you make a living by making videos as a solo-journalist? How do you survive? Is it enough? I’ve been asked these questions many times and my answer ... Read More |
Di antara Zionisme dan Ketuanan MelayuDEC 14 — Di antara kebaikan yang berlaku di Malaysia selepas tsunami politik 8 Mac 2008 ialah banyak isu-isu yang selama ini diklasifikasikan sebagai “sensitif” telah menjadi perbincangan umum. Perbincangan dan ... Read More |
Man United, Chelsea and Arsenal set for crucial JanuaryDEC 14 — The month of January could prove decisive in the race between Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal for the English Premier League title — for two reasons. Firstly, the ... Read More |
Ishan’s Ikea AdventureDEC 13 — It’s good to be back in Hong Kong. After a two-month holiday in Kuala Lumpur, my husband was sure I’d be homesick for family and my daily ... Read More |
What is ‘Ketuanan Melayu’?DEC 13 — “Ketuanan Melayu” or Malay supremacy has always been a concept that I’ve never been able to grasp. Not so much what it is supposed to mean — ... Read More |
No masters in my countryDEC 13 — I often wonder if ketuanan Melayu proponents can even comprehend the illogic of their position. They say ketuanan is rooted in the rulers’ prerogatives, but the rulers rule ... Read More |
An England showcase not to be missedDEC 12 — What a joyous celebration it turned out to be for all Mancunians last weekend and not just on the football pitch. FYI, the city of Manchester held ... Read More |
Appreciating great trashDEC 12 — Last week I saw one of the liveliest and most engaging documentaries titled “Not Quite Hollywood”, which is about “the wild untold story of OZploitation”, (as the ... Read More |
Isn’t racism as dangerous as communism?DEC 12 — In September 2008, the Umno supreme council decided to suspend Ahmad Ismail for three years for uttering racist remarks. Many people had in fact asked that the ... Read More |
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Showbiz
Charles Dickens tops UK box office LONDON, Dec 15 — Walt Disney’s high-tech adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” climbed to the top of the British box office chart in a quiet weekend ahead of ... Read More |
UK’s X Factor winner faces Xmas No 1 battle LONDON, Dec 15 — The latest winner of the hugely popular British TV talent show “X Factor” faces a battle to top the pop charts this Christmas amid a determined ... Read More |
Courtney Love loses custody of daughter LOS ANGELES, Dec 15 — Rock singer Courtney Love lost legal control of her daughter with late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain after a court gave temporary guardianship of the 17 ... Read More |
Downey Jr breathes life into ‘stuffy’ Holmes LONDON, Dec 15 — US actor Robert Downey Jr. adds punch to the role of Sherlock Holmes in an action-packed movie that breaks with what its makers called “stuffy” screen in... Read More |
‘Nanny Returns’ to New York’s now-troubled elite LOS ANGELES, Dec 15 — Dad has gone off with a Hollywood star, Mom is faking cancer, the kids are sexting, drinking and making mischief on social networking sites, and ... Read More |
Leona Lewis attacker held under mental health law LONDON, Dec 14 — A man who admitted punching British pop star Leona Lewis as she signed copies of her autobiography in a London bookstore was detained under the Mental ... Read More |
Jackson, Swayze generate most upbeat online buzz LOS ANGELES, Dec 14 — Death can do wonders for a star’s image, with a survey of online sites showing singer Michael Jackson and actor Patrick Swayze were among the ... Read More |
Not quite a royal, but still in need of those royalties DEC 14 — Sarah Ferguson is on edge and on guard. As she sweeps into the room, she notices me noticing her four BlackBerrys, and quickly volunteers that they do ... Read More |
Joe McElderry wins British ‘X-Factor’ talent showLONDON, Dec 14 — Teenager Joe McElderry won the sixth series of popular British TV show “The X Factor” last night, and is widely tipped to top the Christmas charts ... Read More |
LA critics honour Iraq war movie ‘Hurt Locker’ LOS ANGELES, Dec 14 — “The Hurt Locker,” an independent movie about a team of American bomb-disposal experts serving in Iraq, was named the year’s best picture by the Los ... Read More |
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