Who is next in line for the British throne? UK royal succession line explained
Here are brief details of the rules of succession for the British monarch.
Sun Sep 10 2023
South Africans call for UK to return diamonds set in crown jewels
The diamond, which weighs 530 carats, was discovered in South Africa in 1905 and presented to the British monarchy by the colonial govt.
Thu May 04 2023
Helen Mirren: Starring in 'Golda' like playing British monarch
For Helen Mirren, playing Israel's only female prime minister, Golda Meir, was not unlike a role as a British monarch.
Tue Feb 21 2023
Quebec wants to end politicians mandatory oath to King Charles
Canada is a member of the Commonwealth, made up mostly of former empire countries that have or had the British monarch as head of state.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Queen Elizabeth II: The biggest constant in an ever-changing world
For many, Queen Elizabeth II was the only British monarch they have ever known. Now the UK enters a new era with her heir taking the throne.
Fri Sep 09 2022
Malaysia extends condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Malaysia has extended sincere condolences to the British monarch's family, the people and the government of the United Kingdom (UK) on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Fri Sep 09 2022
Queen Elizabeth II: Record breaker
Elizabeth has reigned for 70 years and nearly four months - longer than any other monarch in British history.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Britons party for the Queen - but not the monarchy
The organisers of the Jubilee pageant hope the event will bring the nation together and showcase the country's diverse cultures.
Fri May 20 2022
Queen Elizabeth begins celebrations to mark 70 years on throne
Elizabeth kicks off celebrations of her platinum jubilee, a first for a British monarch.
Sun Feb 06 2022
Platinum jubilee: The British monarchy has been in and out of public favour for 200 years
Fluctuations in the monarchy's popularity, and of individual royals, are often rooted in how the monarch represents the cultural values.
Sat Feb 05 2022
A royal rest: Queen Elizabeth told by doctors to take a break
She had decided to rest for the next few days on advice from doctors and cancelled a planned visit to Northern Ireland.
Wed Oct 20 2021
British 'barbarians' need manners lesson, says China paper in rudeness row
The remarks made headlines worldwide on Wednesday but initially they were largely censored in China, blacked out of BBC World transmissions, according to the British broadcaster.
Thu May 12 2016
Queen calls Chinese delegation 'very rude'
Queen Elizabeth II was caught on camera describing some Chinese officials as "very rude" in a rare diplomatic gaffe by the long-serving British monarch over a state visit that drummed up billions.
Wed May 11 2016
From stuffy to selfies: Elizabeth II tries to change with the times
There's a new kind of creeping respect for the way Queen Elizabeth II has stayed the same, always done her duty, still keeping the show on the road.
Sun Sep 06 2015
Balotelli demands 'kiss' reward from Queen
Italy striker Mario Balotelli joked on Thursday that if his side rescue England's chances of World Cup qualification by beating Costa Rica, he expects a kiss from British monarch Queen Elizabeth II.
Fri Jun 20 2014
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024