
INSIGHT - How Iran's Khamenei elevated a little-known moderate to the presidency
Ayatollah Khamenei aimed to preserve Islamic Republic amid domestic dissent and heightened tensions with the West and Israel over Gaza.
Sun Jul 21 2024

Iran holds presidential vote with limited choices
The election is unlikely to change the Islamic Republic's policies but could influence the succession to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Fri Jun 28 2024

Exclusive - US to boycott UN tribute to Iran leader killed in helicopter crash
The UN General Assembly traditionally meets to pay tribute to any world leader who was a sitting head of state at the time of their death.
Thu May 30 2024

Iran's President Raisi to be buried in Mashhad
Ebrahim Raisi's coffin was flown to Mashhad in northeast Iran after a funeral procession was held for him.
Thu May 23 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Come hell or high water: Iran has topped the league
With or without the complicity of the dark force of the Mossad, the fact is Iran is not experiencing any chaotic transition of power.
Tue May 21 2024

Malaysia expresses condolences over death of Iran President in copter crash
According to Wisma Putra, the Malaysian government and its people extend their deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.
Mon May 20 2024

Iran's Supreme Leader approves Mokhber as interim president, declares 5 days mourning
Iran now has a maximum period of 50 days before a presidential election must be held to choose Ebrahim Raisi's successor.
Mon May 20 2024

Who is Mohammad Mokhber, the man set to become Iran's interim president?
Here are some key facts about Mohammad Mokhber, Iran's first vice president when Ebrahim Raisi was elected president.
Mon May 20 2024

What happens in Iran when a president dies in office?
A council consisting of first vice president, speaker of parliament and head of the judiciary must arrange for an election within 50 days.
Mon May 20 2024

OBITUARY - Iran's President Raisi took hard line with national protests and nuclear talks
Ebrahim Raisi died when a helicopter carrying him crashed in mountainous terrain, killing all aboard, a senior Iranian official said.
Mon May 20 2024

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi killed in helicopter crash, official says
An Iranian official said the helicopter carrying Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian was found completely burned.
Mon May 20 2024

FACTBOX - What we know about the crashed helicopter carrying Iran's president
A Bell 212 helicopter carrying Iran's president and foreign minister crashed as it flew through mountains in heavy fog.
Mon May 20 2024

Iranian President Raisi feared dead as helicopter wreckage found
With the discovery of the crash site, no signs of life have been detected, Red Crescent official says.
Mon May 20 2024

Helicopter carrying Iranian President Raisi crashes, search under way
A Turkish drone identified source of heat suspected to be helicopter's wreckage and had shared the coordinates of the possible crash site.
Mon May 20 2024

Israel and Iran both have muted response to Isfahan attack
The muted way the story was told in both nations pointed to a determination, at least for now, not to further escalate their conflict.
Fri Apr 19 2024

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025