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Tag: Politicians
Historical truths about the ‘pendatang’
Let’s begin by clarifying the term ‘pendatang’… HISTORY: TOLD AS IT IS | Over the last two decades, there have … More
Independents’ power play in Melaka?
With talk of the rakyat being tired of politicians, could independent candidates affect the state elections? IN the snap Sabah … More
Appeals court dismisses UMNO, BN politicians’ challenge of compound notices issued by MACC in relation to 1MDB
PUTRAJAYA : A three-member Court of Appeal (COA) bench has dismissed the appeals of 32 Barisan Nasional (BN) and UMNO … More
Politicians are least trusted post-pandemic: Ipsos
POLITICIANS are least trusted professions in the post-pandemic era, a situation that is not only exclusive to Malaysia but also … More
Anwar files motion for Dewan Rakyat to debate Pandora Papers
KUALA LUMPUR : Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has filed a motion in the Dewan Rakyat to debate the … More
Hidden riches of world leaders, billionaires exposed in unprecedented leak
Pandora Papers reveal inner workings of shadow economy benefitting the wealthy, well-connected. PANDORA PAPERS | Millions of leaked documents and … More
PKR, DAP deny receiving foreign funds
PETALING JAYA: PKR and DAP have both denied receiving funds from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a US-based outfit … More
Report: Intel showed Malaysian politicians receiving foreign financial backing, especially from the US, claims former defence DG
PETALING JAYA: A former senior defence intelligence official has claimed that certain politicians in Malaysia have received regular funding and … More
Hadi losing his marbles due to fear and jealousy, Kadir Jasin claims
IN a swipe against the PAS supremo, veteran newsman A Kadir Jasin said Datuk Seri Abdul Hadi Awang was ranting … More
Power squabble in Jalan Bellamy: When will we dump corrupt politicians?
TWO nights ago, while we were confined at home because of the movement control order (MCO), several politicians, ministers, deputies … More
Are politicians the catalyst for extreme violence in Malaysia?
Do politicians instrumentalise aspects of race, religion, and culture, creating a potential for discord and disharmony in our multifaceted society? … More
Survey: Muhyiddin still most popular political leader in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR : Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin remains the most popular among political party leaders in Malaysia, a … More
Maldives steps up hunt for suspects after bomb attack on ex-president
MALE, MALDIVES (AFP) : Former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed remained in intensive care on Saturday (May 8) as security services stepped up … More
Most youths don’t care about politics, politicians, survey finds
A majority believe politicians don’t care about ‘people like them’ while still more say politics is ‘complicated’. A new survey … More
Report: Malaysian cybertrooper teams employ full-time staff, used by politicians and businesses alike
KUALA LUMPUR : Malaysia is among 81 countries where the manipulation of public opinion through social media remains a growing … More
Existing leaders need to give young politicians a chance – Kadir Jasin
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Bersatu Supreme Leadership Council (MPT) member, Datuk A. Kadir Jasin has suggested that opportunities be given to … More
It’s time to replace ‘ancient political dinosaurs’ – Analyst
KUALA LUMPUR: Simpang Renggam Member of Parliament, Dr Maszlee Malik and Permatang Pauh MP, Nurul Izzah Anwar have been considered … More
Politics of convenience vs politics of conscience
As the anniversary of the nation’s (or more correctly, Malaya’s) independence draws closer, I can’t help but think of our … More
We are the greatest hurdle faced by Malaysia
If you are fed-up with how things are done in Malaysia, don’t just be a bystander, do something about it. No-one said that Malaysia would become perfect in one year. No-one said it would be easy or that reforms could be made overnight. All Malaysians deserve a better tomorrow. I know that many Malaysians have yet to be registered as voters. Please do so tomorrow. Every vote counts.
The Stringer 