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Friday, 26 June 2009
Michael Jackson, 50, Is Dead
Michael Joseph Jackson died at age 50 in Los Angeles on June 25, 2009. He spent a lifetime surprising people, in recent years largely because of a surreal personal life, lurid legal scandals, serial plastic surgeries and erratic public behavior that have turned him -- on his very best days -- into the butt of late-night talk-show jokes and tabloid headlines. But when his career began to take off nearly four decades ago as a member of the pop group the Jackson 5, fans and entertainment industry veterans recognized something else about the pint-size musical dynamo that was unusual: He was in possession of an outsize, mesmerizing talent.
The introduction to his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame entry seemed apt as a global audience followed reports of his hospitalization and then death:
"Michael Jackson is a singer, songwriter, dancer and celebrity icon with a vast catalog of hit records and countless awards to his credit. Beyond that, he has transfixed the world like few entertainers before or since. As a solo performer, he has enjoyed a level of superstardom previously known only to Elvis Presley, the Beatles and Frank Sinatra."
John Rockwell, the music critic of The Times, cited Mr. Jackson's musical and cultural influence in a 1982 review of the album "Thriller," calling it "a wonderful pop record, the latest statement by one of the great singers in popular music today." But it was more than that, he contended: "It is as hopeful a sign as we have had yet that the destructive barriers that spring up regularly between white and black music -- and between whites and blacks -- in this culture may be breached once again. Most important of all, it is another signpost on the road to Michael Jackson's own artistic fulfillment."
Mr. Jackson was born in Gary, Ind., on Aug. 29, 1958 and began performing professionally at age 5, joining his three older brothers in a group that their father, Joe, a steelworker, had organized the previous year. In 1968 the group, now five strong and known as the Jackson 5, was signed by Motown Records.
Source: The New York Times Friday June 26, 2009
The introduction to his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame entry seemed apt as a global audience followed reports of his hospitalization and then death:
"Michael Jackson is a singer, songwriter, dancer and celebrity icon with a vast catalog of hit records and countless awards to his credit. Beyond that, he has transfixed the world like few entertainers before or since. As a solo performer, he has enjoyed a level of superstardom previously known only to Elvis Presley, the Beatles and Frank Sinatra."
John Rockwell, the music critic of The Times, cited Mr. Jackson's musical and cultural influence in a 1982 review of the album "Thriller," calling it "a wonderful pop record, the latest statement by one of the great singers in popular music today." But it was more than that, he contended: "It is as hopeful a sign as we have had yet that the destructive barriers that spring up regularly between white and black music -- and between whites and blacks -- in this culture may be breached once again. Most important of all, it is another signpost on the road to Michael Jackson's own artistic fulfillment."
Mr. Jackson was born in Gary, Ind., on Aug. 29, 1958 and began performing professionally at age 5, joining his three older brothers in a group that their father, Joe, a steelworker, had organized the previous year. In 1968 the group, now five strong and known as the Jackson 5, was signed by Motown Records.
Source: The New York Times Friday June 26, 2009
Monday, 11 May 2009
For Enlightened Malaysians Who Are Concerned About the Law and The Rule of Law
Agence France-Presse - 5/11/2009 9:52 AM GMT
Malaysian court rebuffs govt in tussle over northern state
Malaysia's ruling coalition was dealt a major blow Monday when a court ruled that its takeover of a northern state was illegal and that the opposition was still in charge.
Perak state has been in political limbo since February, when the Barisan Nasional coalition, which rules nationally, tried to oust the Pakatan Rakyat opposition alliance which won the state in elections last year.
After defections cost the opposition its balance of power, the coalition ruled out holding fresh polls and installed its own leadership, a move which triggered brawling and protests at the state assembly last week.
However, High Court Justice Abdul Aziz Abdul Rahim ruled Monday that the Pakatan Rakyat Chief Minister Nizar Jamaluddin was still the rightful ruler despite being sacked by the state's sultan.
"He is, and was, at all material times the chief minister of Perak," Abdul Aziz told the court, saying that Nizar could only be dismissed by a vote of no confidence in the assembly.
Nizar, who had been forced to vacate his office and official residence, said the opposition would meet with the sultan and ask him to dissolve the assembly to pave the way for fresh elections to end the unseemly power struggle.
"It is an historic day for all who love democracy and will be remembered for years and years to come," he said in a statement.
The Star daily's website cited an aide to Zambry Abdul Kadir, who was sworn in as the new state leader, as saying that the Barisan Nasional would respect the decision and vacate their government offices immediately.
Political pundits say that Pakatak Rakyat has a very good chance of reclaiming the state in new polls.
A defeat would be another humiliation for the Barisan Nasional which suffered unprecedented losses in general elections a year ago, and has lost a string of by-elections since then.
The Pakatan Rakyat won five states and a third of parliamentary seats in the March 2008 polls -- its best performance since independence half a century ago -- and another victory in Perak will help it maintain momentum.
Husam Musa, vice-president of the Islamic party PAS which is a member of the opposition alliance, said he hoped the Perak sultan would now give his consent for new polls.
"It is not about whether we are confident of winning the state again or not but it is a matter of principle for us to go back to the voters to resolve the political impasse that has existed for the past three months," he told AFP.
There were chaotic scenes in the Perak state capital Ipoh last Thursday as the assembly convened for the first time since February. Legislators scuffled and hurled insults while dozens of protesters were arrested outside.
The opposition's speaker, V. Sivakumar, was forcibly removed from his chair and dragged out of the parliament, triggering a melee as opposition legislators tried to shield him.
Source: MSN News
Malaysian court rebuffs govt in tussle over northern state
Malaysia's ruling coalition was dealt a major blow Monday when a court ruled that its takeover of a northern state was illegal and that the opposition was still in charge.
Perak state has been in political limbo since February, when the Barisan Nasional coalition, which rules nationally, tried to oust the Pakatan Rakyat opposition alliance which won the state in elections last year.
After defections cost the opposition its balance of power, the coalition ruled out holding fresh polls and installed its own leadership, a move which triggered brawling and protests at the state assembly last week.
However, High Court Justice Abdul Aziz Abdul Rahim ruled Monday that the Pakatan Rakyat Chief Minister Nizar Jamaluddin was still the rightful ruler despite being sacked by the state's sultan.
"He is, and was, at all material times the chief minister of Perak," Abdul Aziz told the court, saying that Nizar could only be dismissed by a vote of no confidence in the assembly.
Nizar, who had been forced to vacate his office and official residence, said the opposition would meet with the sultan and ask him to dissolve the assembly to pave the way for fresh elections to end the unseemly power struggle.
"It is an historic day for all who love democracy and will be remembered for years and years to come," he said in a statement.
The Star daily's website cited an aide to Zambry Abdul Kadir, who was sworn in as the new state leader, as saying that the Barisan Nasional would respect the decision and vacate their government offices immediately.
Political pundits say that Pakatak Rakyat has a very good chance of reclaiming the state in new polls.
A defeat would be another humiliation for the Barisan Nasional which suffered unprecedented losses in general elections a year ago, and has lost a string of by-elections since then.
The Pakatan Rakyat won five states and a third of parliamentary seats in the March 2008 polls -- its best performance since independence half a century ago -- and another victory in Perak will help it maintain momentum.
Husam Musa, vice-president of the Islamic party PAS which is a member of the opposition alliance, said he hoped the Perak sultan would now give his consent for new polls.
"It is not about whether we are confident of winning the state again or not but it is a matter of principle for us to go back to the voters to resolve the political impasse that has existed for the past three months," he told AFP.
There were chaotic scenes in the Perak state capital Ipoh last Thursday as the assembly convened for the first time since February. Legislators scuffled and hurled insults while dozens of protesters were arrested outside.
The opposition's speaker, V. Sivakumar, was forcibly removed from his chair and dragged out of the parliament, triggering a melee as opposition legislators tried to shield him.
Source: MSN News
Friday, 8 May 2009
Seminar LAMS 29-31 Mei 2009 di Kabupaten Ketapang, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia
Tema Seminar: "Membangun Jembatan Dunia Melayu"
Dasar Pemikiran:
Kondisi puak Melayu yang mempunyai sejarah integritas baik dalam bidang politik, budaya maupun ekonomi telah mengalami kemunduran. Wilayah yang tadinya dikenal sebagai pusat Melayu dan konsentrasi Melayu secara perlahan diambil alih oleh pelaku politik, ekonomi dan budaya dari dunia luar Melayu.
Dasar Pemikiran:
Kondisi puak Melayu yang mempunyai sejarah integritas baik dalam bidang politik, budaya maupun ekonomi telah mengalami kemunduran. Wilayah yang tadinya dikenal sebagai pusat Melayu dan konsentrasi Melayu secara perlahan diambil alih oleh pelaku politik, ekonomi dan budaya dari dunia luar Melayu.
Akibatnya, terjadilah proses marjinalisasi dunia Melayu selama sepuluh tahun terakhir semakin nyata. Hal ini ditambah lagi dengan semakin beragamnya arus pemikiran masing-masing kelompok demi tujuan lokal dan jangka pendek, tanpa melihat pengaruhnya terhadap masa depan dunia Melayu. Untuk itu perlu dikembangkan konsep-konsep dan aktivitas yang dapat membangun kembali jembatan dunia Melayu yang selama ini rapuh sehingga puak Melayu ke depan dapat menjadi tuan di negerinya sendiri. Lembaga Adat Melayu Setantau (LAMS) berusaha untuk menyatukan serta mempererat tali silaturahmi yang selama ini terpisah-pisah, yang seharusnya hal tersebut bukan menjadi jarak di antara puak Melayu serantau.
Kiriman Komanakan dan Panitia Abdi Nurkamil Mawardi Hp +628125777771 Pontianak
Friday, 1 May 2009
Acara Pengukuhan Lembaga Adat Melayu Serantau (LAMS) di Ketapang, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia
Acara Pengukuhan Lembaga Adat Melayu Serantau (LAMS) atau dalam bahasa Inggerisnya LAMS FOUNDATION akan diadakan pada Tanggal 29-31 Mei 2009 di Kabupaten Ketapang, Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia.
Antara isi kandungan program atau atur cara pengukuhan LAMS yang telah diatur adalah seperti berikut:
- Pengukuhan Lembaga Adat Melayu Serantau Kal-Bar 29 Mei 2009 Ketapang
- Peresmian Rumah Melayu Ketapang 29 Mei 2009 Ketapang
- Seminar dan Dialog Adat 30 Mei 2009 Ketapang
- Jemputan Pernikahan dan Resepsi Perkahwinan Putri Dato Kyai Mangku Negeri H.Morkes Effendi S, Pd.MH 30-31 Mei 2009
Untuk maklumat yang lebih detail atau informasi lanjut sila berhubungan dengan:
- Abdi Nurkamil Mawardi Hp +628125777771 Pontianak
- Abdul Malik A.Y Hp +628125738967 Ketapang
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