Putrajaya- Open forums discussing the purported social contract and "ketuanan Melayu" (Malay Supremacy) will have negative repercussions and should not be held, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. He said Malays would not like such things to be discussed, adding that no one loses if the two sensitive issues were not debate... detail... »
Mindanao- The Mindanao Alliance for Peace (MAP), a broad alliance of civil society organizations, peoples` organizations and individual peace advocates in Mindanao, strongly believes that negotiated political settlement is still the best way of resolving the age-old conflict in Mindanao. The alliance also believes that prolonging the impas... detail... »
Jakarta - The modest plaque outside the Java House Imports belies the treasure trove within that would delight fans of Indonesian art and craft. Located in New Orleans` French Quarter, it`s a small shop where anything artistic from Indonesia can be found. One customer said he came all the way from another state to buy Balinese masks to hang... detail... »
Pulau Perhentian- Whenever Pulau Perhentian is brought to mention, people may think of its natural beauty, including its sparkling beaches. This island of 2,000 people, most of them, fishermen, is not only popular with the locals but has drawn the attention of tourists worldwide apart from making a major contribution to Terengganu`s tourism... detail... »
Jambi- President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and First Lady Mrs. Ani Yudhoyono arrived at the Sultan Thaha Airport here at 8.30 a.m. and were greeted by Jambi Governor Zulkifli Nurdin and some local officials. The president and his entourage would be here to open the commemoration of 15th National Family Day (Harganas) and 5th People`s Service... detail... »
Tutong - Rehearsal for raising the giant national flag in conjunction with the 62nd birthday celebration of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam was held yesterday at the open foyer of Pasarneka dan Tamu Tutong Complex in Serambangun, Tutong. Attending the rehearsal was Orang Kaya Jaya Putra Dato Paduka Awang Hj Mu... detail... »
Davao City - The indigenous people of Davao City will be the focus of the 2008 Kadayawan Festival but their participation will not just end in the parade because the city government is working on a sustaining various program for them. Davao City Tourism Operations Office officer-in-charge Giovanni Aportadera said the the IPs play an i... detail... »
Kuala Lumpur - Based on Syed Alwi`s original play, Tok Perak: Yang Mencari Dan Menanti — Drama Sepintas Lalu continues the saga of the Malay medicine man. The play Tok Perak: Yang Mencari Dan Menanti — Drama Sepintas Lalu will be staged at Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka in Kuala Lumpur from today until Sunday (8.30pm nightly). The p... detail... »
Kirsten Vos is East Indies Dutch or an "Indo" which is an abbreviation of "Indo-European" - the word refers to people with ancestors both from the Netherlands and from the former Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia. She is one of 458,000 Indos in the Netherlands, a large community with a turbulent history. Although she is thir... detail... »
Jakarta - Local Islamic organizations should unite and start a global movement to advance Indonesian Muslims and extend their political influence, scholars say. Former Muhammadiyah chairman Amien said Islamic organizations should think globally to draw more members or followers. "So far, I see that Islamic organizations, including t... detail... »
Singapore - This year`s Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) opening ceremony on Friday will feature two firsts - an indoor parade led by a woman commander. To be held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, it will kick off the month-long festival which aims to showcase the talents of youths in performing arts, sports and uniformed groups. Par... detail... »
Malacca - THE banks of Malacca River in Padang Nyiru opposite St Francis Xavier Church came alive when more than 20 brightly-lit handmade lanterns were strung up during a contest here recently. The lanterns in designs such as dragons, fishes, insects and flowers were creatively and painstakingly made by participants using simple and rec... detail... »
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