Comedy takes court


Why seek rib-tickling fun only in predictable spots when they can also be found in unexpected places – like Dewan Rakyat.

IF Bintulu Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Tiong Kin Seng intended to grab the headlines, then the Gabungan Parti Sarawak politician got what he wanted.

DAP lawmakers also predictably dived into the brouhaha in the Dewan Rakyat, and naturally, Jelutong DAP RSN Rayer got himself kicked out for refusing to heed Deputy Speaker Datuk Seri Azalina Othman’s call to sit down.

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Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang and served Star Media Group for nearly four decades in various capacities and roles. He was group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. "On The Beat" debuted on Feb 23, 1997. Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for occasional press holidays when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star. He is now chairman of national news agency Bernama.

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