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Hypocrisy rules as tear gas fired on Occupy Oakland protesters

Hypocrisy at its worst. Remember how the imperial powers viewed the occupation of Tahrir Square as a positive step forward for democracy in Egypt (which it was)? But when it happens in their own backyard as in the peaceful Occupy Oakland protest, they respond with force.

Hishammuddin turns up at UIA

Student representatives at UIA are believed to have met Hishammuddin Hussein, according to a tweet.

Student reps meet Hishammuddin - Photograph via twitter: Shahriza_Amir

China property bubble worries

There are growing fears that China’s property bubble, driven by speculation, could be bursting and the country could be on the verge of a property-led slump.

As Hong Kong’s GDP grows, its poor struggle; sound familiar?

Hong Kong’s GDP grew 6.5 per cent in the first half of the year, but the poor are struggling with expensive housing and food prices. Sound familiar?

Thanks to people power, Prof Abdul Aziz Bari’s suspension lifted

It is not as easy as it once was for universities to stifle academic freedom. Universiti Islam Antarabangsa (UIA) yesterday lifted its suspension order against law professor Abdul Aziz Bari.

Historical bungalows off Kelawai Road demolished

A historical bungalow near the old Tenby International School site, off Jalan Kelawei in George Town, has been demolished to make way for a condo project.

Car-free streets proposal for Penang

Moving in the right direction, the local government in Penang could soon introduce car-free streets in George Town.

Durians to reduce fever?

Durians to reduce fever? That’s a claim made in a Dr Oz programme about the “five best cures from around the world”.

Himpun draws 5000

A crowd of about 5000 has gathered at the Shah Alam Stadium for the Himpun rally.

Photo via twitter: fakrulradhi

Talks on media, politics and identity

Tired of all that Himpun talk? Here is a series of talks in KL on media, politics and identity.

I will be speaking in Bangsar tonight with Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran as the discussant.