M’sia uses specious terrorism threat to regress on human rights
(7 Apr) - The passage of Malaysia’s new Prevention of Terrorism Act, which has been approved by the lower house of parliament, deals another heavy blow to the cause of human rights in south-east Asia. Three years after the hated colonial-era Internal Security Act was repealed, the government will once again have the power...
UK launches crackdown on illegal immigrants including Indians
(6 Apr) - Authorities in Britain have raided several businesses, including Indian and Chinese restaurants, across the country as part of a crackdown on illegal immigrants employed by them. Around 40 illegal immigrants a day are being arrested as enforcement squads also target restaurants, petrol stations and car washes. In the...
Univ fee hikes: Greater accountability, clarity needed
With persistent inflationary concerns and other cost pressures, the ritual of universities increasing tuition fees appears reasonable at first glance ("Local universities increase fees, citing rising operating costs"; last Saturday). Yet, the dissatisfaction among undergraduates often stems from the poor communication of announcements,...
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