Global Tamil hit song to be used in Indian polls

Global Tamil hit song to be used in Indian polls


Global Tamil hit song to be used in Indian polls

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:35 PM PST

UTTAR PRADESH, Jan 18: Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, the ruling Congress party will now use the viral Tamil super hit 'Kolaveri Di' to connect with the youths.


China's economy shows more signs of slowing

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:36 AM PST

China's economy is showing signs of slowing, with foreign investment falling for the second straight month in December and home prices dropping in most cities, the government said Wednesday.

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Suit over oil revenue by Kelantan gov't to be disposed of by way of issues of law

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:26 AM PST

The Kelantan state government's breach-of-contract suit against Petroleum Nasional Bhd (Petronas) will be heard and disposed of by way of issues of law.

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DRB-Hicom dismisses market speculation

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:23 AM PST

DRB-Hicom Bhd Managing Director Datuk Seri Mohd Khamil Jamil today denied talk that the company is selling assets, borrowing from foreign banks and using billionaire Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar al-Bukhary's influence to finance Proton Holdings Bhd's share purchase.

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APEC can take proactive measures to address issues affecting member economies

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:20 AM PST

The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) may not be a body responsive towards facing global economic crisis but it has been reacting actively to critical issues affecting member economies' trade and investments in the region, a senior official said today.

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VIDEO: Orphaned seals taken to sanctuary

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 04:02 PM PST

A seal sanctuary in The Netherlands has been overwhelmed by the arrival of hundreds of seals that have been washed up on beaches because of recent storms and disease.


Advisory Board suggests MACC to keep a copy of asset declaration forms

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:11 AM PST

The Anti-Corruption Advisory Board has suggested that a copy of the declaration of assets by members of the federal administration, including cabinet members, be kept by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

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Brothers allowed final appeal over conviction, sentence in church arson case

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:07 AM PST

Two brothers who were each sentenced to five years' imprisonment for an arson attack on the Metro Tabernacle Church can proceed with their final appeal over the conviction and sentence.

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Minor reshuffle in Selangor exco portfolios

Posted: 18 Jan 2012 12:07 AM PST

The Selangor government today reshuffled some of its executive council portfolios following the swearing-in of Dr Ahmad Yunus Hairi as the state executive councillor in place of Datuk Dr Hasan Ali who was removed following his sacking from PAS.

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Facebook 'Koobface' malware gang unmasked

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:42 PM PST

Information technology security and data protection firm, Sophos, has identified the members of the Koobface gang, the same alleged perpetrators named by Facebook.

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Fifty foreigners detained in Bukit Antarabangsa

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:41 PM PST

Fifty foreigners were detained at Sungai Sering and Taman Ukay Club in Bukit Antarabangsa in an operation here at 2.30 this morning.

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Study faults research linking hormone therapy to cancer

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:37 PM PST

A landmark investigation which found that hormone treatment for menopause boosts the risk of breast cancer is riddled with flaws, a new study published on Monday alleges.

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Japan reactor lifespan up to 60 years: government

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:26 PM PST

Nuclear reactors in Japan could still be operating up to 60 years after they were built, the government said Wednesday as it unveiled plans to boost their maximum lifespan by 50 percent.

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Cholesterol meds raise diabetes risk in women: study

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 11:05 PM PST

Post-menopausal women who take medication to lower their cholesterol face a higher risk of getting diabetes than women who do not take the popular drugs, known as statins, said a US study on Monday.

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Turkey condemns US candidate Perry’s criticism

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 10:35 PM PST

WASHINGTON, Jan 18 — Turkey condemned as "unfounded and inappropriate" yesterday comments by US Republican presidential hopeful Rick Perry that the country is ruled by Islamic terrorists and questioning whether it should remain in the NATO alliance. Perry, the governor of Texas, also said during a Republican debate in South Carolina on Monday that ...



White House briefly locked down for smoke bomb

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 09:35 PM PST

WASHINGTON, Jan 18 — The White House was locked down for more than an hour last night as authorities investigated what appeared to be a smoke bomb tossed over the fence of the executive compound, a Secret Service spokesman said. The device was thrown over the fence at one point when about 1,000 to 1,500 "Occupy DC" protesters were demonstrating ...



Unemployed man charged with kidnap-cum-murder of Singaporean businessman

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 10:53 PM PST

An unemployed man was charged at the Magistrate's Court here today with kidnapping and murdering a Singaporean businessman here last November.

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Shangri-La joins fight against shark fin soup

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 10:34 PM PST

Luxury hotel chain Shangri-La has announced it will stop serving shark fin at its 72 properties worldwide, as the campaign to protect the marine predators gains ground among Chinese consumers.

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Pakatan Rakyat's score

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 10:34 PM PST

The Penang state government has scored only 70 to 80 points so far. However, it is enough to pressure the BN.

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China's drive for 'green' cars hits roadblocks

Posted: 17 Jan 2012 10:30 PM PST

Foreign and domestic car makers are struggling to sell environmentally friendly vehicles in China, the world's largest auto market, even as Beijing pumps billions into clean energy.

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