Sarawak Report, Asia Sentinel websites unblocked!
A great day for press freedom in Malaysia in this new era: Sarawak Report and Asia Sentinel websites, which played a tremendous role in uncovering the scandals of the Najib Razak era, have both been unblocked and are now accessible in Malaysia.
What’s happening to Sungai Kelian in Penang?
Back to earth. Independent filmmaker Andrew Ng was quick to try and trace the source of the teh tarik-coloured river water after a Penang-based activist noticed a change in the colour this afternoon. Over to MBPP.
Anwar Ibrahim steps out to freedom in a new Malaysia
Anwar Ibrahim has stepped out to freedom to find a new Malaysia which many could scarcely imagine over a week ago.
Penang Forum calls for greater dialogue on pressing issues of the day
Update: A message from Judy Cheng-Hopkins: Yayyy! PF is ready to come out of its group-thinking cocoon! A new day, a new beginning: Malaysians have decided on ‘The Malaysia We Want’, now Penangites can start a dialogue in earnest on “The Penang We Want”. HK or Costa Rica? (See my piece) or something in between? Time for all sides to rethink and reach out, and leave the baggage behind! JCH
A few statements from Penang-based civil society groups, Aliran, Penang Forum and the Consumers Association of Penang in the wake of the recent general election.
The day after: Only Mahathir could have pulled it off
Much has been written about how Dr Mahathir Mohamad played a key role in generating a People Power tsunami that ultimately swept away the corrupt Najib-led BN regime.
Mahathir announces new cabinet line-up
Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad is expected to reveal his cabinet lineup at a press conference after Najib Razak announced his resignation as Umno president and Barisan Nasional chairman.
Good morning to a new Malaysia
Hi folks, a new Malaysia will bring forth a burst of creativity and talent that will add to the hope for the future.
BN’s popular vote plunges from 47% to 36%
Before this general election, for the BN to lose power, I felt it would have to suffer a large plunge in its share of the popular vote of around 10 percentage points.
Cheers ring out across nation as Mahathir is sworn in as Malaysia’s 7th PM
Applause and cheers rang out in coffee shops and cafes around George Town people crowded in front of television sets to witness a historic occasion: Dr Mahathir Mohamad, almost 93, being sworn in as the nation’s seventh prime minister.
We did it! A new era begins for Malaysia – but anxious moments before swearing in
We did it! We ousted a kleptocracy. Congratulations to all those who dreamed of change. This is a new beginning for Malaysia – an historic opportunity to right all the wrongs in our country.
Live – 2018 general election results
In the 2008 general election, the turnout was 76%. In 2013, it was 85%. Can we match that this time around or at at least exceed 80%? (It was 69% at 3pm.)
As 5pm approaches, apparently many are still in line in some places. Bersih has issued an announcement for people to remain in line. Voters who are still in the queue should be allowed to vote. Mahathir himself has asked the Electoral Commission to allow them to vote after 5pm as it is not the voters’ fault. Some queued for four hours before they could vote!
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Citizens’ reports: Share with us your polling day experience
Malaysians head to the polls today. Tell us what you see in an around polling day.
Live – Mahathir speaks to the nation
Dr Mahathir Mohamad is due to address the nation ‘live’ at 10pm. Meanwhile, share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
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2018 general election: My prediction
Malaysians are poised to create history tomorrow. All the surveys have been done, but I will still stick my neck out and make a prediction (for what it is worth).
Will winds of change blow over early voters?
Today is early voting day for police, military personnel and their spouses.
Sokongan Melayu BN merudum kepada 18%: Invoke
Undi Melayu BN jatuh merudum dari 41.1% (Disember) kepada hanya 18.1% (April) membayangkan peralihan besar pengundi Melayu, mengikut kajiselidik Invoke terkini.
Fishermen demand end to new land reclamation in Penang
Yesterday, fishing communities along the North East coast of Penang Island held a press conference to outline their demands to all contesting election candidates in their area.
Residents groups plead with Penang government to halt Batu Ferringhi hill project
Candidates and representatives of various contesting parties in Tanjung Bungah turned up in full force for a press conference this morning organised by the Management Corporation of Miami Green Resort Condominium and the Batu Ferringhi Residents’ Association.
Late night reflection: Disqualifications of PH candidates could backfire on BN
It was quite a dramatic day, given the string of disqualifications of Pakatan Harapan candidates.
Four way-way contest in Sungai Siput
Parti Sosialis Malaysia’s Dr Jeyakumar Devaraj, the incumbent in the Sungai Siput parliamentary seat, will be up against BN, PH (PKR) and Pas.