Don't Play-play !!

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YB Karpal Singh (Bukit Gelugor) was suspended for using the words "Jangan main-main. Yang DiPertua tidak serius ..."

Unlike previous occasions when "unparliamentary" words like "Bigfoot, monkey etc" were used, Pandikar got all emotional and upset!
- I thot he'd burst into a raging fit or even burst into tears .....
He must be under tremendous pressure in some way ....
He even got the section (under which he's authorised to take disciplinary action) a little mixed up!

Pandikar Amin (Kurang) Mulia said that Karpal was "Kurang Ajar" for saying that, and as a warning to all, he insisted on the suspension despite appeals from Anwar - as a "lesson to all MPs" that he's always serious (apparently, including the Ministers)!!

Waah - Pandikar Amin Mulia has grown fierce together with his new, cute, paintbrush designer beard!!

Don't play-play!!

We now Speak of The Federal Constitution - for ONCE!

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Perak Sultan: Explain social contract to young generation
TAIPING, Oct 22 – The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Azlan Shah, today proposed that the social contract be explained at educational institutions to enable the young generation to have an in-depth understanding of the pre-independence agreement.
- TheMalaysianInsider
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First reading the above statement from HRH Sultan Azlan Shah, I (and I'm sure I'm not alone here ...) was disappointed that he was indulging in "Umno-Speak".
Upon reading it a second time, it struck me that what he said was very significant - he asks all of us to adhere by the consensus of our founding fathers who were part of the team that drafted the Federal Constitution!

Tuanku has made a very good statement here in subtly stating that the "Social Contract" as we know it from the BN goons doesn't exist!
Note the fact that he mentioned the words - "the pre-independence agreement".
That means what he actually recognizes as the "Social Contract"
IS THE FEDERAL CONSTITUTION!

He doesn't speak of the NEP, which did not exist then.
He specifically mentions what is meant by the words "Social Contract" - the agreement & spirit of the founding fathers that culminated in the Federal Constitution and the Declaration of Independance.
Therefore, the only Social Contract we have is the Federal Constitution!!

Having said that, all I can say is the Social Contact as Umno interprets it is HOGWASH.

Nobody disputes the fact that the underprivileged Malay need a helping hand. Nobody disputes that we need to preserve the Malay identity of the land. Nor has anybody challenged the authority of the Rulers (except Umno on a couple of occasions - including calling some "natang").

Anyway, for this message to be transmited to the young ones, how do we do it without getting rid of the racists who man BTN and the civil service?
How do we do it with Umno warlords in power, buying position & power like it were trinkets?

(The only answer to me at least is the dismantling of the BN racist regime!!)

Daulat Tuanku!!

Najib's cyber campaign?

The following were words in a lone comment in my earlier post.
(I'm certain that many other blogs have got the same comment too):-

"Malaysiakini has apologised and Najib is not suing. You see the difference between a true leader and the Theresa Koks of the Opposition.........

Now this is REAL proof that there is a concerted attempt by certain news portals and blogs to discredit Najib. They spread all sorts of lies about him and even called him names - from a cold-blood murderer to a Hindu priest.

Enough is enough. Why don't we just rally behind Najib for the love of our country? He has an uphill task of repairing the damages left behind by Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. These are damages never before sustained by the Barisan Nasional in the country's entire 50-year history. And that's not going to be easy. "

.... and it came from a newly hatched blogger with two blogs to his name!
He however has only one entry, in one of them. He describes himself very well, in a very "graphic" manner too!

Well - going by his description of what he is HERE, (What else can we expect those who rally behind Najib to be ......)
Interested in joining him to

"just rally behind Najib for the love of our country? "

Any takers?

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P.S.
This is definitely a brilliant (although uncouth) negative campaigning strategy ....

Addendum
The following may be a feature of this blog in days to come.
The Finger awards presents (drum roll) ......

Boleh Quote of the Day:-

"Cheng Lee Whee was held.... under Section 28 of the Internal Security Act (ISA) and not detained under the act .... Please read (the provisions of) the act. The act is not only for detention (of people) Therefore, she was not an ISA detainee ..."

- Syed Hamid Albar, 'genius' Home Minister, Umno VP wannabe, YB Kota Tinggi

Social Contracts, Social Betrayals and NEP ....

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Addendum From Bodohland:

After a While, The Sucking Comes Easy

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An idea of a social contract draws from teleological thinking as opposed to a modern naturalistic view of sociocultural evolution.
A social contract is a hypothetical agreement between primitive, "unsocialized" people, who decided to form a society in order to avoid wars and violence, by instead creating specific rules - laws - that would organize the group life.
A notable founder of the social contract model, Thomas Hobbes, presents a totally rationalistic view on human nature, which is a main point of contemporary critique.
- WikiBooks

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Sounds like the "betrayal" has got to many Malaysians ....
But how can one feel betrayed, if one never really trusted or loved the person who was supposedly the Judas? He was never meant to be trusted anyway.
If he were an institution upon which, benefits granted unto you rides on - he has done his job.
Judas was there for a reason, and history shows that he always does his job well ....

The voice of the people has been ignored & Petitions for justice came to naught - it is realpolitik at play.
Haris Ibrahim's last post (HERE) was sad, and I really feel for him (although I'm certain that he knew what was coming).
Civil society, with the help of politicians, have done much to create awareness that we are thankful for. RPK is incarcerated for this same spirit of justice.
RPK knew that the going wouldn't be easy, and they would fight back (and fight dirty).
It is now that leaders of civil society needs to rise to the challenge - and not let them break the spirit/ courage. If that is lost, so is the future to pirates.
Leaders & fighters who have the Nation in mind, cannot let the pirates win. Many things will crop up to break the spirit which RPK & DSAI has fought so hard to revive - the Spirit of Reform, Trust, Justice & Nationhood.

It definitely wasn't a coincidence that the special courts decided against the Yam Tuan prior to this announcement - it was probably meant to send a message to "those concerned" prior to current events.

There will be more "sandiwaras" to come - and it will all be designed to to show "who's the boss" & break the trust and spirit among the citizenry. It is just the attempt to create the sentiment of "helplessness" of civil society. Many will get disappointed that they are powerless to prevent the slide to corruption, "chaos" and the curtailment of liberties - which is what is needed for them to pursue this evil agenda.They'll sow distrust, inflame passions and breed hatred - so as to require barbaric/ "jahilliyah" laws like the ISA.

The Pirates will be playing up a number of issues in the coming days - sensitive or not - so as to divert our attention/ focus from the cause of justice and liberty.
They may create too many issues for us to focus on.
There may even be another "KMM/Al-Maunah" event orchestrated soon. (They already have a very convenient scapegoat in Hindraf after the recent banning anyway). Hindraf is described in the same breath as the above two (fictitious) groups and characterized as "extremist" in nature, when it was actually "the real extremists" who refused to consider Hindraf's repeated appeals for justice though formal/ appropriate channels.

They will have "allied parties" creating/ bringing "sensitive" controversies to the fore so as to heighten the prospect of "conflict" - while they party together in the backyard. There has to be an environment where fear dominates. Fear of dispossession, fear of conflict and fear of thy neighbour, with the haunting spectre of violence.
It is quite possible that things would be pushed to the "brink"(at least in the minds of the people) - so as to facilitate the agenda of piracy that they have in mind. The MSM, (like the sick Utusan Malaysia "cerpen") will of course play a major role to rile up emotions of a certain sector of society. But of course it would be considered fair game by "authorities".
Sectarian interests & conflicts will be given greater coverage in the near future ......

Politicians & Civil society need to start awareness campaigns for true "Malaysian Unity", as opposed to the window dressings on MSM. Civil society needs to reach out to "heartlanders" and those of the lower socio-economic strata - they are the key to "empowerment". Right now, they are the ones who are manipulated by the pirates who assume high office.

At the heart of all this, is the biggest lie told in 50 yrs to the Malaysians - the NEP, sold to the ignorant masses as "Social Contract" - and used as a pretext to plunder the resources of the Nation.
The "beneficiaries" of this evil form of Racism need to realize that they have been shortchanged. They need to realize that they have been reduced to servitude, despite all the chest-thumping "supremacy" rhetoric of their political kings/warlords/ masters/ "guardians".
The people need to realize that they are given mediocrity in return for surrendering their humanity & rights to pirates, while the nation is plundered.
Until and unless the "beneficiaries" reject this immorality which is bankrupting the nation while stripping them of their spirituality, conscience & dignity - there can be no progress towards Nationhood.

Politicians aren't angels, Power corrupts, & Governments don't serve the people - they rule, and serve only themselves - while crumbs are thrown to the masses. (There are rare exceptions, though)
The people are servants to governments. Anyone who says otherwise, is simply lying. The only way to keep a check on them is through decent education, awareness and civilian empowerment.
Once again, to all Malaysians (especially Haris) - Keep the Faith, and build the trust.

There's a long way to go - a long and windy road ......


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The following are some of the things written in the past, with regard to matters
that lie at the heart of the malady faced by Malaysian politics,
and spells disaster for the future, should it be perpetuated:-

Where is the Spirit of Merdeka?
Reply to TDM's Criticism on CheDet.com
Razak's UMNO, Mahathir's UMNO Baru Dilemma.
A Curse in the Malaysians' Embrace.
The Pirate and "Social Contractor".
The "Social Contract" - A Malaysian "Cold War"?
A Malaysian Disease of Fear and Apathy
A Social Contract of "Asian Values".
Some Umno myths young Malaysians should kno... (from MT)
Ethnic Envy and The NEP - a reply
The state of NEP, and its fallout.

Now Does Our World Descend...

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by E. E. Cummings

Now does our world descend
The path to nothingness
(cruel now cancels kind;
friends turn to enemies)
Therefore lament,my dream
and don a doer's doom

Create is now contrive;
Imagined,merely know
(freedom:what makes a slave)
Therefore,my life,lie down
And more by most endure
All that you never were

Hide,poor dishonoured mind
Who thought yourself so wise;
And much could understand
Concerning no and yes:
If they've become the same
It's time you unbecame

Where climbing was and bright
Is darkness and to fall
(now wrong's the only right
since brave are cowards all)
Therefore despair,my heart
And die into the dirt

But from this endless end
Of briefer each our bliss--
Where seeing eyes go blind
(where lips forget to kiss)
There everything's nothing
-- Arise,my soul;and sing

Do Not Question "The Social Contract of The Federal Constitution"!! Do Question That of the "Pirates"!

A press statement released by the Conference of Rulers stated that:-
"It has to be emphasised that
each provision in the
Federal Constitution
has undergone the process of discussion, consideration, consultancy, sacrifice and compromise of the highest degree for what has been championed, discussed, considered, benefited from as well as agreed to by all quarters concerned, until the realisation of the
provisions in the Federal Constitution
which are "known as" the Social Contract."

Some may have been disappointed with the above.
Obviously, the racists and pirates would twist the words and
use it to propagate their fascist and pirate ideas,
so as to legitimize their actions.

"Known as" is the catch phrase here
- known to whom?
To those who drafted the Constitution pre-1957 or post 1963?
To the political parties who participated in the drafting?
To the post May 13, 1969 "unity Govt"/ "shotgun marriage" under Tun Razak?
Mahathir? Umno? MIC? MCA? BN?
Pakatan Rakyat? Bumiputras? All Malaysians?
Or Constitutional Experts?

If all parties agree with each other today on the "interpretation" of the Federal Constitution as a whole, with no dispute,
then "what is known as the Social Contract" is definitely acceptable.

What we have though, is a government that insists that
it is the only party that has the right to define
and amend the constitution as it sees fit
- and that is what the "Social Contract" is!
Look at what they have done - The judiciary is a mess.
And now, we have Zaki from UMNO - a JUNIOR judge,
fasttracked to become the the CJM!

The way I see it, this statement
REAFFIRMS that
The FEDERAL CONSTITUTION AS A WHOLE IS THE SOCIAL CONTRACT!
You UPHOLD THE SOCIAL CONTRACT,
If you ABIDE by the FEDERAL CONSTITUTION!

As a patriotic Malaysian, I'm all for that statement - Daulat Tuanku!

Nowhere in the statement,
does it state that the ISA, UUCA, PPPA, NEP,
"legalised subversion", twisted racists' interpretations/manipulation, calling others "pendatang", creating ethnic divide, race politics,
subtle religious persecutions, religious bigotry, hate politics,
Kris waving, "Chinese" bloodlust, threats of May 13,
subtle death threats in Malay MSM in the form of "cerpen",
socio-economic apartheid, economic sabotage of opposition ruled states,
gerrymandering in elections
or the 600+ amendments to the constitution
is part of what is known as the
"Social Contract of the Federal Constitution".

Who's "questioning" and subverting
the Social Contract of the Federal Constitution, now?

So far, the Pakatan Rakyat has never sought to subvert,
but only to UPHOLD the Constitution.
They have only questioned the racists'/ bigots' interpretation
and subversion of the Spirit of the Social Contract
enshrined in the Federal Constitution!!

You do not have the luxury to pick and choose parts of it,
so as to twist its meaning and subvert the spirit in which it was drafted.

We the people call upon our Federal Goverment to
Uphold The Supremacy of
The Federal Constitution!
It is what the Rulers
and the people demand!!!

THAT IS NOT
"Questioning the Social Contract"!!!!

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The Following Is the press statement published in TheMalaysianInsider under the Heading -

Rulers: Do not question social contract

KUALA TERENGGANU, Oct 16 - The 215th meeting of the Conference of Rulers, held at the Istana Maziah here, today issued a special press statement on several matters enshrined in the Federal Constitution.

Following is the press statement in full issued by the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal, Engku Tan Sri Ibrahim Engku Ngah. :

"Press Statement issued by the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal on the role of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and the Malay Rulers regarding the special privileges, position, eminence or greatness of the Malay Rulers, Islam, Malay as the national language, the special position of the Malays, and genuine interests of the other communities in accordance with the Federal Constitution.

"The Malay Rulers who attended the meeting of the Conference of Rulers conferred on the issuing of this special joint press statement today.

"The Malay Rulers hold the constitutional role to safeguard the special privileges, position, eminence and greatness of the Malay Rulers, safeguard Islam, Malay as the National Language, and the genuine interests of the other communities in Malaysia.

"The actions of certain quarters in disputing and questioning these matters, which formed the primary basis for the formation of Malaysia and are enshrined in the Federal Constitution, had caused provocation and uneasiness among the people.

In retaliation, several quarters particularly Malay leaders whether in the government or non-governmental organisations as well as individuals had expressed their dissatisfaction and anger against those who had made the statements and reports and organised the forums.

"Among the reasons identified for these to have occurred is the cursory knowledge of those concerned regarding the historical background as to why these provisions were enshrined in the Federal Constitution and the influence of their attempts to implicate the principles of impartiality and justice without regard for the historical background and social condition of this country.

Narrow political interests are also a cause.

"Unless this phenomenon is arrested immediately, it can lead to disunity and racial strife that can undermine the peace and harmony which has all this while brought progress, development and success to the nation.

"As such, it is necessary for the Conference of Rulers to emphasise and remind all quarters of these constitutional provisions besides giving emphasis to the assurance of safeguarding the genuine rights of other communities.

It has to be emphasised that each provision in the Federal Constitution has undergone the process of discussion, consideration, consultancy, sacrifice and compromise of the highest degree for what has been championed, discussed, considered, benefited from as well as agreed to by all quarters concerned, until the realisation of the provisions in the Federal Constitution which are known as the Social Contract.

It is not proper to dispute and question this Social Contract and more so to subject it to a review or change because it is the primary basis of the formation of Malaysia.

Therefore, it is appropriate for the Malay Rulers to remind that there should never be any attempt ever to test and challenge issues related to the Social Contract.

"Truly, the leaders of the pre-independence era were insightful - far-sighted. They brought along with them the Malay Rulers for the negotiations to claim independence.

The Institution of the Rulers was retained and legally enshrined in the constitution of an independent Malaysia.

The Institution of the Rulers was accorded eminence, was positioned at the apex of Government, as the head of the country and the states, as a protective umbrella, ensuring impartiality among the citizens.

The Institution of Rulers takes on the role of being a check-and-balance factor to untangle complications, if any.

"The Conference of Rulers also calls on the Malays to be united to safeguard the privileges, position, eminence and greatness of the Malay Rulers, safeguard Islam, Malay as the national language, and the genuine interests of the other communities in Malaysia as enshrined in the Federal Constitution.

It has to be emphasised that this agenda is more important and foremost than political or factional interests.

"Non-Malays should not harbour any apprehension or worry over their genuine rights because these rights are guaranteed under the Federal Constitution and provisions of the state constitutions of Malaysia contained in Article 153 of the Federal Constitution.

"It is hoped that with this emphasis, all confusion among the people regarding these matters can be contained and an atmosphere of peace, harmony and mutual respect can continue to exist among the people for the maintenance of order in the country."

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, attended the meeting today.

His Majesty was accompanied by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.

The two-day meeting, which ended today, was chaired by the Sultan of Kedah, Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah.

All the Rulers and Yang Dipertuas Negeri attended the meeting except the Rulers of Pahang, Johor, Terengganu, Perlis and Negeri Sembilan.

The Sultan of Pahang was represented by the Regent of Pahang, Tengku Mahkota Tengku Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah; the Sultan of Johor by the Tunku Mahkota of Johor, Tunku Ibrahim Ismail Sultan Iskandar; the Sultan of Terengganu by the President of the Regency Advisory Council Raja Tengku Sri Panglima Raja Tengku Baderulzaman Sultan Mahmud.

The Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan by the Regent of Negeri Sembilan, Tunku Naquiyuddin Ibni Tuanku Ja'afar; and the Raja of Perlis by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail.

Also present were the menteris besar and chief ministers except the Sarawak chief minister who was represented by State Planning and Resource Management Minister II Datuk Seri Awang Tengah Ali Hasan.

The Keeper of the Rulers' Seal, Engku Tan Sri Ibrahim Engku Ngah, said matters related to defence, security, the national economy, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong scholarships, and proposals on the appointment of the Chief Justice, President of the Court of Appeal and Chief Judge of Malaya were discussed at the meeting. - Bernama

Define "screwed" ......

Ex-Umno lawyer is new CJ

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 – Tan Sri Zaki Azmi will be elevated to the post of Chief Justice of the Federal Court in what will certainly be a controversial appointment because of his former ties with Umno.

Zaki was for many years the legal counsel for Umno and had also served on the party's Disciplinary Committee.

The Malaysian Insider understands that the Rulers Conference meeting in Kuala Terengganu has consented to the appointment.

Zaki replaces Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamed who retires tomorrow. His elevation comes just one year after his controversial appointment as a Federal Court judge.

He has the distinction of being the first ever person elevated directly from the Bar to the Federal Court. Soon after his appointment to the Federal Court, he was made President of the Court of Appeal.

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang was among those who urged the government against considering Zaki for the Chief Justice position, pointing out that it would herald another judicial crisis because of his close association with Umno.

The appointment of the Chief Justice is made through the recommendation of the outgoing Chief Justice to the Prime Minister. The PM in turn advises the Conference of Rulers on the appointment.

Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Alauddin Mohd Sheriff and Federal Court judge Datuk Ariffin Zakaria were reportedly among those being considered for the job.

- TheMalaysianInsider

KUALA LUMPUR: The new Chief Justice of Malaysia will be Federal Court Justice Tan Sri Zaki Tun Azmi.

Tan Sri Zaki Tun Azmi

According to sources, the Conference of Rulers, which met this week, had agreed to Zaki’s appointment as head of the judiciary.

Current Chief Justice Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamed, who was given a six-month extension in April, retires Friday.

Sources also said that Chief Judge of Malaya Tan Sri Alauddin Mohd Sheriff would move up the judicial ladder to the No 2 position of Court of Appeal President, replacing Zaki.

It is understood that Federal Court Justice Arifin Zakaria would be elevated to Chief Judge of Malaya, the third highest postion, but it could not be confirmed.

Arifin is currently the most senior of the remaining Federal Court judges (www.kehakiman.gov.my).

Under Article 122B (1) of the Federal Constitution, the Chief Justice of the Federal Court, the President of the Court of Appeal and the Chief Judges “shall be appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, acting on the advice of the Prime Minister, after consulting the Conference of Rulers.”

Zaki, 63, who is currently the President of the Court of Appeal, made history on Sept 5 last year when he was appointed directly to the Federal Court from the legal profession.

The son of former Lord President Tun Azmi Mohamed (1966-1974), Zaki was promoted in December to President, the No 2 post in the judiciary.

Born on Sept 12, 1945, in Alor Star, Zaki studied at Kolej Sultan Abdul Hamid in Alor Setar, Anderson School in Ipoh and the English College in Johor Baru.

Called to the English Bar in 1969 and a member of the Lincoln’s Inn, Zaki served in various capacities in the Legal and Judicial Services before being called to the Malaysian Bar in December 1983.

As senior federal counsel from 1976 to 1984, the father of four boys was in charge of all legal matters relating to the Home Affairs Ministry, matters affecting the National Security Council and the Refugee Unit.

Married to Puan Sri Nik Sazlina Mohd Zain, he also served on the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the police force in 2004.

In his time in private practice, Zaki served among others as the Abandoned Housing Project Scheme and National Sports Council adviser.

He also served as Umno disciplinary (technical) committee chairman, Umno selection committee secretary, and was a member of Umno’s disciplinary board appeal panel.

Before his appointment to the Federal Court last year, Zaki had resigned from all his corporate directorships and memberships but his former connection to Umno has been raised numerous times by some groups who worry about his possible impartiality.

A petition was submitted to the King on Sept 15 requesting Zaki not be elevated as Chief Justice.

By convention, the President of the Court of the Court of Appeal is generally elevated to head the judiciary.

The new Court of Appeal President, Alauddin, was born in Kulim, Kedah, on Aug 7, 1946. He left for Britain in 1967 to read law at the Inner Temple in London.

He worked his way to the second highest position in the judiciary by starting at the “bottom.”

He spent 18 years (1971-1989) in the Judicial and Legal Services, of which the first six were as a magistrate or Sessions Court judge in five states. The remaining years were largely in the legal service until his appointment as Judicial Commissioner in 1992.

He served three years as a High Court judge before his elevation to the Court of Appeal in 2001 and then to the Federal Court in 2001.

Alauddin, 62, and his wife Datin Munirah Abdul Rahman have two daughters and a son.

The new Chief Judge of Malaya, Arifin, who turned 58 on Oct 1, was born in Pasir Mas, Kelantan.

He attended primary school in Repek and Gual Periok and later the Sekolah Sultan Ibrahim, followed by the Sultan Ismail College, in Kota Baru.

In 1971, he left to study law at Sheffield University in Britain where he obtained an LLB (Hons) in 1974. In 1978, he obtained a master’s degree at University College, London, and was admitted to Lincoln’s Inn in 1979.

Arifin joined the judicial and legal service on his return to Malaysia in 1974. Among the posts he has held were Federal Counsel in the Attorney General’s Chambers, assistant and deputy parliamentary draftsman and state legal adviser of Malacca and Perak.

Arifin, who is married to Datin Robiah Abd Kadir and has five children with her, was appointed to the High Court in 1994 and elevated to the Court of Appeal in 2002 and the Federal Court in 2005.

- TheStarOnline