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By JAY MENON

The reaction of the rakyat to the fuel price hike has been interesting, to say the least.

I’d never have thought we would react in such a positive manner; in fact I’m quite impressed that, minor demonstrations and votes of no confidence aside, there has been no larger fallout- at least on the surface.

I personally feel that the hike wasn’t a necessity; but more of an educational requirement, like an elective subject you take for your SPM, University or what have you.

Now what do I mean when I say it is not a necessity? … Click here for the full article!

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By ANDREW WONG

Most people should know by now that the government is now recanting its initial plan to further reduce fuel subsidies in our country.

Even the marginally intelligent observer would recognize this move as a method of appeasing an irked electorate and to rebuild the establishment’s image as a generous and benevolent government.

Yet, I’m truly disappointed with this announcement.

This one moment gifted to the government to come good on its promise of transparent government and accountability, they sell down the river to distribute as an economic handout.

Once again, they misconstrue the demands of the citizens … Click here for the full article!

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Read The New York Times’ front page story on how increases in cooking oil is affecting people living in third world countries, from the roti canai vendor in KL to a family in a Mumbai slum.

The article also lightly touches on how the lucrative palm oil industry in Malaysia has negatively impacted the indigenous peoples in Borneo.

Check out the stunning photographs by Justin Mott that were taken in KL, Sungai Buloh, Sitiawan and … Click here for the full article!

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The Davos Question: What one thing do you think that countries, companies or individuals must do to make the world a better place in 2008?

Post your thoughts on theCICAK. Or better still … Click here for the full article!

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By JASON LIM

They’ve told you that in market economies, you really are King.

The internet has recently taken the concept of market economies and the adage of “consumer is King” - one step further. Radiohead, the seminal brit-rock cum post-grunge post-rock band, has come up with a new album called In Rainbows and is releasing it first on the internet.

Hardly shocking these days, that a band should choose to release “soft copies” of albums ahead of actual album drops, but what’s really got fans and non-fans alike buzzing is the fact that … Click here for the full article!

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Photos and article by TEMME LEE

The National Union Bank of Employees (NUBE), which represents low income clerical and non-clerical workers, have been asking employers for a 30 percent salary increase and cost of living allowances.

On 3 November, the NUBE organised its first nationwide protest against the salary adjustment proposed by the Malayan Commercial Banks’ Association (MCBA). The protest took place in … Click here for the full article!

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By NICHOLAS YEOH

Proton, proton, proton.

You were an unwanted, obsolete and outdated brainchild of the Japanese. Singapore didn’t want you. Neither did Thailand nor Indonesia. Yet, inspired by former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad’s shitty epiphany, we took you in and treated you as one of our own despite your disabilities. We gave you support, love and a new home. We recognised you as one of us, a Malaysian.

And we named you Proton.

During your fledgling years, we supported you even though you were clearly retarded … Click here for the full article!

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Like many things in Malaysia, it’s only illegal if they bother to catch you. This photograph was taken in … Click here for the full article!

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