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US tax authorities target evaders’ Swiss bank accounts

US tax authorities are probing whether a Swiss bank has helped Americans evade tax. Similarly, the Malaysian tax authorities should request data about the foreign bank accounts of Malaysians.

How embarrassing! Malacca monorail stalls again

This is the third time the (toy?) monorail has been hit by problems since it was launched last October to mark Malacca being accorded “developed state” status.

Two British tourists being rescued after the Malacca monorail ground to a halt on 1 November 2011 - Photograph: The Star

Old Penang: Magazine Circus (updated)

This was a unique roundabout in Penang, the intersection of six different roads – one of the ‘happening’ areas of old George Town.

Magazine Road tram
The Magazine Circus area with a view of probably Gladstone Road and Magazine Road in the background before 1930 (click to enlarge) - Photograph from Ric Francis, also published in his book Penang Trams, Trolleybuses and Railways

Thailand flooding, Bangkok sinking: Sign of things to come

What exactly is causing the worst floods in Thailand? Now, Bangkok is going underwater – and this could be a sign of things to come. Consider ourselves warned.

Living in harmony with Nature

Over the years, as industrialisation and the ‘knowledge economy’ intensifies, we have lost the ability to live in harmony with the environment.

MTUC protest in Prai (video)

In case you missed the MTUC’s protest against the amendments to the Employment Act in Prai yesterday, here’s a short video clip.

Police on lookout for Komtar demo

Police have gathered at Komtar to keep a lookout for a planned gathering that was scheduled for 2.30pm.

Razaleigh on the scandal of the IPPs

Tengku Razaleigh highlights the scandal of the independent power producers and how it has cost TNB, consumers and the nation dearly.

Live – Spirited nationwide protests against labour law amendments

Almost a thousand people in Prai are braving a downpour to make their feelings known against proposed amendments to the Employment Act. The protest is part of a nationwide MTUC picket.

Workers protest in Prai

Botanic Garden deteriorates again after Tengku Idaura leaves

Tengku Idaura’s short stint as ‘pengarah’ of the Penang Botanic Garden was “truly outstanding in the face of little official support, no expert botanist staff, despite many requests, and often virtual daily insubordination”.