Did you know, Malaysia overtook Indonesia in 2009 as the world’s largest exporter of birds’ nests?
‘Tapah 6’ arrested over EO 6 ceramah
Two organisers of a PKR ceramah in Tapah were arrested when they tried to negotiate with police over a ceramah. Police said they had not given a permit for the ceramah and claimed that they had received complaints.
Global food price warning
Still think we can manage without creating food self-sufficiency and paying more attention to sustainable farming and agriculture?
Malaysian govt-FBC-BBC controversy hits UK news
On the heels of reports about Murdoch’s News of the World scandal, a prominent UK newspaper has featured an investigative article into how a public relations company took millions of ringgit from the Malaysian government to make documentaries about the country for the BBC.
Composition of select committee on electoral reform
Charles Santiago, the MP for Klang, has tweeted about the parliamentary select committee: “Membership on PSC 4 electoral reform: 5BN, 3PR, 1 ind – X acceptable, favors BN. Equal rep bet PR n BN, no ind; Co-chair, 1 from PR n BN.”
Public Bank’s anniversary celebration
Successful bank – but celebrations a little over the top, if you ask me.
No doubt he worked hard to build up the bank.
But makes me feel ‘geli‘ just watching this.
And what’s with those ‘police’ outriders?
Vincent Tan’s Berjaya Land to buy 57 acres of Turf Club land (updated)
More property development: Vincent Tan’s Berjaya Land Bhd has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement with Penang Turf Club to buy 57.3 acres for RM459m.
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Penang property: Oversupply in the making?
A report in a local daily has raised concerns about a possible oversupply of property in Penang Island in the coming years.
Why the top 1% like things the way they are
Is growing income inequality the logical end in the relentless quest for the highest return on capital? What are the implications of our current model of economic development?
Beleaguered Tsu Koon challenged to open debate
Imagine, Koh Tsu Koon has slammed those who have called for his removal as Gerakan head honcho and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department.