Bede Hong

Bede is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Sunday, 04 Feb 2018 06:59 AM

Cut PMO spending, mega-projects to curb ballooning public debt, says economist

Official debt fast reaching RM700 billion because of unchecked overspending, disproportionate allocation of development funds.

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Cut PMO spending, mega-projects to curb ballooning public debt, says economist

Saturday, 03 Feb 2018 06:56 PM

Recognition of Taib’s wife as Bumiputera reeks of double standards, say locals

Sarawak politicians and activists say there are many local natives who are struggling to receive recognition.

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Saturday, 03 Feb 2018 07:06 AM

Najib spreading fake news about 1MDB, says Pua

PM claiming the state investor is not missing RM42 billion should be probed for disseminating false information, says DAP leader.

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Najib spreading fake news about 1MDB, says Pua

Thursday, 01 Feb 2018 09:06 PM

Lawyers slam Perak mufti's shariah court proposal

They also criticise Muslim Lawyers Association over statement on Clause 88A following M. Indira Gandhi ruling.

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Lawyers slam Perak mufti's shariah court proposal

Tuesday, 30 Jan 2018 06:57 PM

There will be no cheating in GE14, says Najib

PM says Election Commission has strict protocols in place.

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There will be no cheating in GE14, says Najib


Tuesday, 30 Jan 2018 06:35 PM

Najib awaiting 'inspiration' to call GE14

PM says he is waiting for ‘spark’ to indicate best timing for polls.

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Najib awaiting 'inspiration' to call GE14

Tuesday, 30 Jan 2018 02:10 PM

Indira Gandhi ruling a ‘breath of fresh air’, say Sarawak leaders

Multicultural Malaysia welcomes ‘long-awaited judicious and rational judgment’.

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Indira Gandhi ruling a ‘breath of fresh air’, say Sarawak leaders

Tuesday, 30 Jan 2018 12:17 PM

Najib seeks to stay 1MDB suit until appeal is heard

PM appealing against court decision rejecting his bid to strike out suit.

Sunday, 28 Jan 2018 11:00 AM

For Azmi Sharom, nothing weird about calling out the country's wrongs

Govt has inculcated a climate of fear, deterring people and academics from voicing their opinions, says law professor.

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For Azmi Sharom, nothing weird about calling out the country's wrongs

Friday, 26 Jan 2018 07:00 PM

Police were 'sheepish, embarrassed' when questioning Dr Siti Hasmah, says lawyer

Haniff Khatri Abdulla says they were clearly uncomfortable with their task.

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Police were 'sheepish, embarrassed' when questioning Dr Siti Hasmah, says lawyer

Thursday, 25 Jan 2018 04:30 PM

We reported unverified allegations Anwar was corrupt, says TV3 reporter

Broadcast journalist says not his job to determine truth of reports.

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We reported unverified allegations Anwar was corrupt, says TV3 reporter

Wednesday, 24 Jan 2018 05:22 PM

No GST hike, Najib promises

The prime minister says this is despite Malaysia’s 6% rate is among the world’s lowest.

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No GST hike, Najib promises

Tuesday, 23 Jan 2018 01:25 PM

Forget it, Umno now Najib’s party, says Dr Mahathir

Former party president rules out returning to the fold to strengthen it, as suggested by prime minister’s son.

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Forget it, Umno now Najib’s party, says Dr Mahathir

Tuesday, 23 Jan 2018 01:15 PM

Two terms enough for PM, says Dr Mahathir

The former prime minister says this will allow sufficient time to implement policies while also curbing corruption.

Two terms enough for PM, says Dr Mahathir

Tuesday, 23 Jan 2018 12:44 PM

Not voting, spoiling votes are shallow-minded decisions, Dr Mahathir tells youth

Pakatan chairman says doing so will see Malaysia slipping back into being the poor nation it was pre-Merdeka.

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Not voting, spoiling votes are shallow-minded decisions, Dr Mahathir tells youth