Thailand’s Supreme Court ruled that Thaksin’s 2023 detention in a VIP hospital wing, instead of jail, means his prison sentence was not fully served. “The defendant knew the facts or was aware of the situation that he was not in critical emergency,” the court said in a statement. “The defendant only had a chronic illness…
BY: NURUL RASHIDAH MOHAMED ROSELI One of the biggest blessings of being a Malaysian is the long weekends throughout the year. Students and educators alike look forward to the quarterly holidays to rest, recharge and explore. For some, it is an opportunity to return to their hometowns and make up for lost time in the…
Penang may have a shorter term instead of a full five year term. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has hinted that it is unlikely for the state government to serve out its full term. “DAP must be fully prepared to face the upcoming elections, which could take place within the next 18 to 24 months,…
Hamas said it was ready to “immediately sit at the negotiating table” following what it described as “some ideas from the American side aimed at reaching a ceasefire agreement”. Their statement came soon after US President Donald Trump said he had issued his “last warning” to Hamas to accept a deal to release hostages in…
The Commonwealth of World Chinatowns (CWC) network has launched its own voice channel with the debut of the New Asia Currents portal as its official media platform. The portal founded by veteran media practitioner Lim Siang Jin with another seasoned comrade Sebastian Lim as its editor; the New Asia Currents in their words, are news…
MIC deputy president Datuk M Saravanan pointed out that Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan had selective memory as it was Umno who had, repeatedly decided unilaterally, without the approval of the BN Supreme Council. “Honestly, when I see this sudden concern about “discussing at BN meetings,” I don’t know whether to cry or…
BY: V GANABATIRAU The Madani Government has outlined a vision of compassion, inclusivity and fairness for all Malaysians. As a Member of Parliament, I support this vision. But I also carry the responsibility of asking: how much of these benefits have actually reached the grassroots Indian community? The 2025 Budget is filled with promising initiatives….
MIC would decide its future path without waiting for its fellow BN component – MCA, said party secretary general S Ananthan. MIC is a matured independent party. We don’t need advice from others or make a joint decision with the MCA,” he said, reported Malaysiakini. “The decision made by the party leadership will be in…
Anutin Charnvirakul who championed cannabis legalisation has been elected as Thailand’s prime minister. Thai parliament overwhelmingly voted the 58 – year old Anutin following the dismissal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Anutin had started his politics in Paetongtarn;s Thai Rak Thai party but eventually moved to Bhumjaithai party. His name has been those shortlisted as prime minister…
Graduates of Penang should choose the state as their choice of employment, said Penang Deputy Chief Minister Jagdeep Singh Deo. “In reality because of the shifting in global trade trends, the world is coming to Penang to look at prospects to invest and to tap our talents to boost the global supply chain.” This would…
