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Catholic bishops mourn famous Buddhist monk
Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk issued a condolence message saying “his death is deep sorrow not only to Buddhists but all people.” Cardinal Cheong noted that Beopjeong had comforted and loved many suffering people, and prayed that “he be reincarnated in heaven.”Christians join Muslims for dalit rights
Christian leaders joined some 500 Muslims yesterday in New Delhi to demand quotas in government jobs for their socially and economically poor people. Pakatan flays government over GST delay
Pakatan Rakyat (PR) today slammed the Barisan Nasional (BN) government for its delay in implementing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as it only increases cost and risks to the country’s business community. NGOs work to help quake victims
Relief agencies fear that victims of last year’s West Sumatra earthquake must remain in “transitional” housing for some time to come and some may never move out. Zahrain pushes for independent caucus
Former Penang PKR chief Datuk Seri Zahrain Mohd Hashim (picture) said today that the setting up of a parliamentary caucus for independent MPs was the right avenue for them to carry out their “struggle” as lawmakers. Pakatan senators back Anwar’s leadership
All of Pakatan Rakyat’s (PR) eight senators today came out in full force to declare their unequivocal support for their de facto leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Hishammuddin confirms IGP to be replaced
Quoting unnamed sources, China Press had reported that Musa submitted his resignation letter to the Home Minister, Datuk Seri Hishammudin Hussein, and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak. ‘Red shirt’ protesters to target Thai military base
Thousands of anti-government protesters in Bangkok plan to march to a military base today to step up pressure on Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to dissolve parliament and call fresh elections. Cabinet to get ISA amendments this week
Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein had indicated he will submit the proposed amendments to the Internal Security Act (ISA) to the Cabinet at its meeting this week. June 3 date for ‘Allah’ in CDs case
Melanau Christian Jill Ireland Lawrence Bill’s challenge against the Home Ministry’s decision to confiscate eight compact discs containing the word ‘Allah’ will now be heard on June 3 for case management, the High Court ruled today. Karachi Christians fast in wake of attacks
Catholic priests and Protestant pastors had called for a day of fasting to be observed following the Feb. 21 attack on two Protestant churches and Christian houses in the Pahar Ganj area of Karachi. - Christians relieved as Hindu threat fizzles out
- Nuns want full use of talents, not ordination
- Muslim says terrorism crime against religion
- Female SPM candidates excel for second year in a row
- NH Chan: I’ll call a spade a spade
- Ex-TI head claims ‘wang ehsan’ pales to micro-credit
- Liow on tour to feel out support
- Nuns step up prayers on ‘red-shirt’ showdown
- Anwar asks Federal Court to review its ruling on his sacking
- Hishammuddin confirms IGP to be replaced
- Phua Chu Kang helps in fundraiser for Sg Ara Church
- Agong opens third session of 12th Parliament
- Internet friends proud to meet PM
- Zahrain pushes for independent caucus
- Pakatan senators back Anwar’s leadership
- Catholics pray for peace after Lahore bombings
- June 3 date for ‘Allah’ in CDs case
Global News
Dr Rowan Williams to speak at Farm Street
Fr Coventry was the British Jesuit Provincial from 1958 to 1964, and wrote several books on moral theology and the Catholic faith. During his time as a priest, he developed a theological understanding of mixed marriages between baptised Christians, and gave pastoral care to hundreds of couples.
Youth
Benedict XVI dedicates 2010 WYD message to John Paul II's first reflection for youth
Pope Benedict XVI released his message for the 25th World Youth Day celebration on Monday. He invites the young people of the world to realize their vocations and, instead of turning away disappointed as the young rich man in Mark's Gospel, to follow Jesus with courage.
Malaysia News
Six-year-old boy believed to be kidnapped
Muhammad Adam Haikal is said to have gone missing at about 4.30pm while playing at the playground of Perumahan Awam Pangsapuri Sri Kota, Cheras here on March 13.
