Menara Merdeka 118, a tower of success in navigating independence - Agong
Menara Merdeka 118 with a height of 678.9 metres is second tallest in the world after Burj Khalifa in Dubai, with a height of 828 metres.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Fastest, highest, longest: Five records set by UAE
From the world's tallest building to the deepest diving pool, the UAE, which turns 50 today, has a love of setting records.
Thu Dec 02 2021
Dubai probes cause of massive New Year's Eve hotel fire
The huge blaze at The Address Downtown hotel erupted around 9:30 pm (1730 GMT) on Thursday, sparking panic but no reports of serious injuries.
Fri Jan 01 2016
Guinness World Records offers behind the scenes look at the world's tallest building
Guinness World Records has released a short film exploring the architecture behind the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Wed Dec 10 2014
Lights out for Earth Hour's global crowdfunding call
Iconic landmarks around the world were plunged into darkness Saturday as lights went out in thousands of places for Earth Hour.
Sun Mar 30 2014
Dubai sets new fireworks world record
Dubai ushered in the New Year by blasting away the old world record for largest fireworks display.
Wed Jan 01 2014
Dubai: Biggest ever fireworks show
Dubai's fireworks show included 500,000 fireworks from 400 firing locations, all synchronised by 100 computers from stations across the city.
Wed Jan 01 2014
French 'Spiderman' climbs the Cayan Tower
French freestyle climber Alain Robert plans to climbs the world's tallest twisted tower two years after surmounting the world's tallest tower Burj Khalifa.
Sat Aug 24 2013
'Earth Hour' evolves into springboard for wider action
From Sydney Harbour Bridge, Buckingham Palace and the Brandenburg Gate to the Burj Khalifa tower, some of the world's greatest landmarks will briefly darken on Saturday night for Earth Hour.
Fri Mar 22 2013
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024