Author: ANDREW ONG

DAP national chairman Lim Guan Eng called Terengganu executive councillor Datuk Wan Sukairi Wan Abdullah ridiculous for claiming that Muslim male passersby could have seen female performers performing at Guan Di Temple, Terengganu. “Wan’s justification is ridiculous because this is a temple event involving only non-Muslims. “No Muslims have been invited to attend and no…

Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia (Huazong) President Tan Sri Goh Tian Chuan said Chinese entrepreneurs choose to venture to Malaysia because the Chinese community here is similar to those in China. “In recent years, many Chinese entrepreneurs have ventured abroad to expand their businesses, with many choosing to visit Malaysia. “This is because the Chinese…

Investors’ concerns about a potential U.S. economic recession have deepened. Escalating tensions in the Middle East, led to a widespread collapse in Asian stock markets today, with some markets experiencing historic crashes, front-paged China Press. Due to weak U.S. employment data, poor performance in technology stocks, and the imminent threat of war in the Middle…

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that the government is mulling over a proposal to develop a social media app specifically for Malaysians. “Last year, it was estimated that Facebook alone earned US $ 600 million dollar (RM2.6 billion) from Malaysia, but what have they done to ensure that the condition and use of their platform…

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan advised Malaysians in or visiting the UK to avoid protest areas and register with the Malaysian High Commission in London for safety. “Malaysians are advised not to be in areas likely to be targets, and to stay in contact with the embassy so we can ensure they are safe,”…

Malicious and discriminatory attention on Malaysian women badminton doubles pair for the Paris 2024 Olympics, Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan is unwarranted.  This is because their sportswear met international standards, said Penang’s Social Development and Welfare Committee chairman, Lim Siew Khim.  “Such malicious and discriminatory attention is unacceptable.  “Instead, we should focus on their dedication…

Malaysia’s progress hinges on rejecting populism, respecting cultural differences, and fostering tolerance to create a new political culture, said Dong Zong chairman Tan Yew Seng. “We advocate that for the country to progress, it must avoid sinking further, stop manipulating populism, and respect differences through mutual tolerance and understanding to build a new political culture. …

Gerakan should exit the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition if it still values its principles and dignity. This is because its fellow component PN member Pas has become too fanatic.  “Pas has become fanatical, ignoring the constitutional guarantees of religious freedom and social harmony in Malaysia.  “Gerakan must not tolerate or support Pas’s increasing arrogance.” “If…

A child pornography ring might be involved in the kidnapping of Albertine Leo. While the motive for the girl’s abduction is still unclear, investigators are zeroing in on one of the five suspects.  This development follows the discovery of child pornography and sex toys at the home of the 31-year-old suspect, who is the fifth…

The ringgit is Asia’s best-performing currency against the US dollar and the only one to strengthen year-to-date (YTD). Analysts project that it will maintain its leading position in the region through the second half of 2024. “YTD, the ringgit is the only Asian currency that has appreciated against the US dollar,” Standard Chartered (StanChart) said,…