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Hairy problem indeed

March 21st, 2008
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 Barbers in work permit poser
By : Evangeline Majawat and Kristina George
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KUALA LUMPUR: The war between local and Indian barbers took a surprise turn yesterday when authorities denied any knowledge of work permit restrictions on foreigners.  This was revealed by Immigration Department foreign labour division director Abdul Rahman Othman, who said there have been no instructions to stop work permit renewals for Indian barbers. » Read more: Hairy problem indeed

Perak Gets Going

March 14th, 2008
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After a protracted saga:

– From one name, to two names to three names submitted to Raja Nazrin for Menteri Besar post;

– DAP CEC not agreeing to PAS candidate as MB;

– Miscommunication between DAP CEC and State;

– PKR unhappy with EXCO allocation;

– Postponement of MB swearing-in;

Finally, the three parties managed to work out an agreement: » Read more: Perak Gets Going

Election 2008 Impact Part 1

March 9th, 2008
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For the first time, three leaders of BN component party loses in peninsular malaysia. Koh Tsu Koon, Kavyeas and Samy Vellu are all out. Gerakan has losts its power. Maybe its time to merge with MCA! For the party who insulted the Indian community, it got what it deserved. Few other cabinet ministers/deputies also become casualties. » Read more: Election 2008 Impact Part 1

SJKT Ladang Valdor parents angry with BN

March 3rd, 2008
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Yet another school in trouble. And more bullet for opposition to hit Koh. Already Gerakan is being boycotted by Indians for no fielding even one Indian candidate. Well, lets wait for Samy Vellu to come to the rescue. More funds for the school will be promised. Then the parents can wait till next election in 2013. » Read more: SJKT Ladang Valdor parents angry with BN

Mohan gets support of wife for campaign

March 3rd, 2008
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Pregnant, but still going door-to-door

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BATU CAVES: S. Logeswari’s day starts at 7.30am when she accompanies her husband T. Mohan as they leave their Puchong home to campaign in Batu Caves.

Their day only ends after midnight.  Logeswari’s punishing schedule is even more amazing as she is seven months pregnant with her second child. » Read more: Mohan gets support of wife for campaign