
Likely next German chancellor Merz questions NATO's future in 'current form'
Friedrich Merz says Europe must quickly establish an independent defence capability.
Tue Feb 25 2025

German Chancellor Scholz loses no-confidence vote, paving way for election
Chancellor Olaf Scholz will head a caretaker government until a new one can be formed.
Tue Dec 17 2024

German Chancellor Scholz to ask parliament to clear way for snap election
Scholz remains as caretaker leader until a new government can be formed after the planned Feb. 23 election.
Mon Dec 16 2024

Delaware judge rejects Musk's $56 billion Tesla pay - again
The ruling by the judge, Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick, follows her January decision that called the pay package excessive and rescinded it.
Tue Dec 03 2024
Consider This: HIV/AIDS - Sustaining the Fight
While the global fight against HIV/AIDS has made some tremendous strides over the decades, this post-pandemic world presents new obstacles— chief among them, the challenge of sustaining funding and focus. With healthcare priorities shifting and resources being redirected, are we at risk of losing those hard-won gains? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nik Tasha Nik Kamaruddin, Chief Brand Strategy Officer of Sunway Group, and Professor Datuk Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, Chairperson of the Malaysia AIDS Foundation and President & Pro Vice-Chancellor at Monash University Malaysia.
Mon Aug 26 2024

Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled, Chancellor says tragedy averted
The concerts in Vienna this week were cancelled after the government confirmed a planned attack at the stadium, the organizer announced.
Thu Aug 08 2024

As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit
A majority of Germans believe that conditions in their country worsened since former conservative chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure ended.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024

Oxford University students arrested at pro-Palestinian sit-in
University authorities called police, after pro-Palestinian protesters held a sit-in at the university vice-chancellor's office.
Fri May 24 2024

We don't all smoke weed in Germany, Scholz assures Chinese students
Chancellor Olaf Scholz who is on a visit to China, said Germany wanted to bring cannabis "out of the grey area".
Mon Apr 15 2024

OUM welcomes all, including prisoners - Vice-chancellor
OUM is pleased to provide the opportunity to prisoners, which would not only give them new hope but also reduce the stigma faced by inmates.
Thu Jun 29 2023

85 pct of UiTM graduates get jobs six months after graduation - Vice-chancellor
85 per cent of UiTM graduates receive job offers six months after graduation, said UiTM vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Roziah Janor.
Sat Dec 10 2022

PM congratulates Selangor Tengku Permaisuri on proclamation as new UiTM pro-chancellor
Ismail Sabri congratulated Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin on the proclamation as the new Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) pro-chancellor.
Wed Jun 15 2022

Agong consents proclamation of Tengku Permaisuri Selangor as new UiTM pro-chancellor
His Majesty, who is Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Chancellor, today consented to the proclamation of Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin as the new UiTM pro-chancellor.
Tue Jun 14 2022

Peter Anthony found guilty of falsifying document
Peter was charged with having falsified a letter from the office of UMS deputy vice-chancellor by inserting a false statement.
Thu May 26 2022

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025