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In Dewan Rakyat: MPs challenge household monthly income report

Both DAP and Barisan Nasional MPs seemed to speak in unison in voicing complaints that the methods used by the Prime Minister's Department in reporting the country's household monthly income were inaccurate.

Prominent Sabah corporate figure picked up for graft

A single mother claimed trial at Sessions Court here for attempting to bribe a government officer from Putrajaya to avoid action against her business premise.

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Government will do everything to fight inflation

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said the Government would do whatever it takes to protect the people from inflationary pressures but it would be dependent on the Government’s financial capacity.

• Ibrahim questions silence of Opposition MPs
• The heat is on Lingam
• AirAsia goes head-to-head with MAS by slashing fuel surcharge
• Kidnapped girl was not intended victim
• Baby dies of suspected abuse
• Over 30 Barisan MPs have decided to cross over, says PKR Sabah chief
• Mother’s Day tragedy for family as mum killed

World Updates »

Update: Monday, May 12, 2008 MYT 11:46:33 AM

Obama camp sees victory over Clinton soon

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democrat Barack Obama's campaign chief predicted on Sunday his long battle against Hillary Clinton for the party's presidential nomination would soon be over, saying "we're coming to the end of the process."

Hezbollah fighters pile pressure on Lebanon rivals

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Hezbollah gunmen battled supporters of the government on Sunday on the fifth day of a campaign by the Iranian-backed group that has dealt a severe blow to Washington's allies in Lebanon.

Venezuela's Chavez slams Germany's Merkel comments

CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez on Sunday almost told German Chancellor Angela Merkel to go to hell, but stopped short of insulting the woman leader on Mother's Day.

'Survivor: Fans vs. Favorites' winner crowned, claiming the $1 million prize

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Parvati Shallow has won "Survivor: Micronesia - Fans vs. Favorites.''

Oil prices retreat from last week's record close near US$126 a barrel

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - Oil prices retreated Monday in Asia from last week's record close near US$126 a barrel as the dollar strengthened against the euro and yen.

'Survivor: Fans vs. Favorites' winner crowned, claiming the $1 million prize

LOS ANGELES (AP): Parvati Shallow has won "Survivor: Micronesia - Fans vs. Favorites.''

Courts »

• People like humane decisions on Muslim converts, says Koh
• Rapists get 10 more years
• Medical assistant faces cheating charges

Parliament »

• Work cut out for newbie MPs