Don't become agents of opposition, Umno leaders urged

Don't become agents of opposition, Umno leaders urged


Don't become agents of opposition, Umno leaders urged

Posted: 04 Feb 2012 12:59 AM PST

Johor Wanita Umno has urged party leaders against becoming agents of the opposition by asking Women, Family and Community Development Minister and Wanita Umno chief Datuk Seri Shahrizat Abdul Jalil to resign from the party and Cabinet over the National Feedlot Centre (NFC) controversy.

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Umno to seek Ku Li's views on retaking Kelantan: Mustapa

Posted: 04 Feb 2012 12:58 AM PST

Kelantan Umno will seek the views of Gua Musang MP Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah towards ensuring the Barisan Nasional (BN) returns to power in Kelantan after the next general election, said Kelantan Umno chief Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed.

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Merkel wraps up China visit

Posted: 04 Feb 2012 12:52 AM PST

German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Saturday wrapped up a visit to China where she tried to reassure her hosts on the strength of the euro and Europe's ability to overcome its debt crisis.

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Egypt clashes enter third day as death toll mounts

Posted: 04 Feb 2012 12:51 AM PST

Police fired tear gas and birdshot at protesters on Saturday in the third day of deadly clashes in Cairo, as anger at the ruling military boiled over after 74 people died in football-related violence.

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Germany urges UN to condemn Syria violence

Posted: 04 Feb 2012 12:50 AM PST

Germany's foreign minister warned Saturday that the violent repression in Syria was worsening and urged the United Nations Security Council to condemn the regime in a tough resolution.

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Tech companies cash in on Valentine's Day with pink Nintendo 3DS, Galaxy S II

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 11:28 PM PST

Nintendo is releasing a Pearl Pink 3DS handheld gaming console that will arrive just in time for Valentine's Day.

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Hollywood, north of the border

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 11:21 PM PST

(Canada-AFP) - They call it "Hollywood North". Vancouver, on Canada's Pacific west coast, is now the third-largest center for the film industry in North America, hosting blockbuster productions like "X-Men" and "Stargate". With backing from the public sector, and a build-up of talent, the region is nurturing a billion-dollar and growing industry. Copyright (AFP RELAXNEWS/ AFPTV), 2012.

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Over 200 people killed in Syria's Homs before U.N. vote

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:06 PM PST

BEIRUT (Reuters) - More than 200 people were killed in shelling by Syrian forces in the city of Homs, activists said Saturday, as the U.N. Security Council prepared to vote on a draft resolution backing an Arab call for President Bashar al-Assad to give up power.



Thailand At 5CM.

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:55 PM PST

Following the success of Hearing the Sunshine photography activity in 2011, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has recently launched the latest marketing communication campaign "Thailand at 5CM." through social media channels to energise the tourism industry in Thailand. The campaign amazingly receives extensive international engagements within only few weeks.

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Global shares likely to be on uptrend: economist

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:38 PM PST

While the global shares are vulnerable to a short-term pullback after strong gains so far this year, the broader trend is likely to remain up, says Shane Oliver, head of investment strategy and chief economist of AMP Capital Investors.

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Record civilian death toll in Afghan war last year: UN

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:35 PM PST

A record number civilians were killed in Afghanistan's decade-long war last year, with a dramatic rise in the number of deaths from suicide attacks, the United Nations reported Saturday.

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Annie Leibovitz changes gears

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:31 PM PST

Famed photographer Annie Leibovitz speaks to AFPTV about her new exhibition at the Smithsonian, which represents a departure from her well-known portraits of celebrities. Copyright (AFP RELAXNEWS/ AFPTV), 2012.

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Sudan rebels "seeking way" to hand over abducted Chinese

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 09:10 PM PST

BEIJING (Reuters) - Sudanese rebels said they are looking for ways to hand over 29 Chinese workers held in the border state of South Kordofan, Chinese state media said, as Sudan's government confirmed the death of one worker in a firefight.



Most Japanese towns undecided on nuclear stress tests - survey

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 08:38 PM PST

TOKYO (Reuters) - Three Japanese towns would be willing to restart their nuclear reactors if they pass government stress tests, two were against the idea but most were undecided, a newspaper survey suggested Saturday.



World's cheapest car fails to impress

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:17 PM PST

(India-AFP) - Branded as the world's cheapest car, the Nano was launched by Tata Motors in 2009 amidst an absolute frenzy. But three years on, the car has failed to crack the Indian market despite costing just $2,500. Copyright (AFP RELAXNEWS/ AFPTV), 2012.

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UN Security Council to vote Saturday on Syria: diplomat

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 10:00 PM PST

Members of the UN Security Council will meet early Saturday in a bid to pass a resolution condemning the violent repression in Syria, amid firm opposition from Russia, a diplomat said.

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Strong US jobs growth spurs recovery hopes

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 08:46 PM PST

US businesses shifted into hiring gear in January, creating jobs at the fastest clip in nine months, official data showed Friday amid signs the recovery from deep recession is gaining traction.

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Romney aims to romp home in Nevada caucus

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 08:45 PM PST

Mitt Romney looks set to romp to victory in the Nevada caucus Saturday, cementing his position as Republican presidential frontrunner four days after his crushing Florida win.

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Arrests as protesters breach Syrian embassy in London

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 08:44 PM PST

Five men were arrested Saturday after gaining entry to the Syrian embassy in London, police said, as protesters demonstrated outside the building.

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Over 200 people killed in Syria as U.N. prepares to vote

Posted: 03 Feb 2012 07:29 PM PST

BEIRUT (Reuters) - More than 200 people were killed in shelling by Syrian forces in the city of Homs, activists said on Saturday, as the U.N. Security Council prepared to vote on a draft resolution backing an Arab call for President Bashar al-Assad to give up power.



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