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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

Christians in a central Indian diocese have expressed relief after police yesterday thwarted an attempt by Hindu militants to vandalize a Catholic cathedral.

Nuns want full use of talents, not ordination

Sacred Heart Sister Amelia Vasquez said she does not share some other nuns’ wish for ordination because she does not believe ordaining women will give Philippine nuns the means they seek to put their skills and talents to full use.

Muslim says terrorism crime against religion

The leader of Indonesia’s largest Islamic organization says he supports police action against terrorists, and declared terrorism as a crime against religion.

Female SPM candidates excel for second year in a row

Female candidates scored National Average Grade (Gred Purata Nasional or GPN) points of 4.94 while boys scored 5.79. An excellent GPN would start at 0 whereas the GPN of those who failed in all their subjects is 9.

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Students prepare for possible Obama visit

US President Barack Obama’s former elementary school in South Jakarta is working hard to give him a warm welcome should he visit the school during his March 20-22 trip to Indonesia.

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Phua Chu Kang helps in fundraiser for Sg Ara Church

Tears flowed freely at this fundraising dinner….but they were from laughing too much! After all it's not everyday that the king of bellytickling entertainment, Phua Chu Kang himself comes to town for the night.

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