Hamas: No hostages-for-prisoners swap deal with Israel unless Gaza war ends
Gaza truce talks stall as the US vetoes a UN resolution calling for an unconditional, permanent ceasefire.
Thu Nov 21 2024
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
US calls for an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire" in the 13-month conflict and separately demand the release of hostages.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Netanyahu, in Gaza, says Hamas will no longer rule enclave
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is still searching for the 101 hostages in Gaza, offering a $5 million reward for the return of each one.
Wed Nov 20 2024
[COLUMNIST] Trump’s key cabinet pick - Recipe for a modern-day crusade
Trump's appointments could only accelerate the process that leads to a regional war.
Wed Nov 20 2024
US imposes sanctions on senior Hamas officials
The Treasury Department says the sanctions targeted the group's representatives abroad.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Large Gaza food convoy violently looted, UNRWA says
The looting resulted in the loss of 98 trucks.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Gaza mother struggling to feed children says only death can end their suffering
Children in the town of Deir al-Balah crowd at a charity site with empty pots, are desperate for nourishment.
Sun Nov 17 2024
'We will die from hunger': Gazans decry Israel's UNRWA ban
The law could deny thousands of their main source of aid at a time when everything around them is being destroyed.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Israel-Hezbollah conflict cost Lebanon $8.5 billion, World Bank says
Direct physical damage in Lebanon amounts to at least $3.4 billion, the Damage and Loss Assessment conducted by the World Bank said.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN
In Gaza, dismantling UNRWA will collapse the United Nation's humanitarian response, which relies heavily on the agency's infrastructure.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of war crimes over Gaza displacements
The report is the latest in a series from aid groups and international bodies warning about the dire humanitarian situation in the enclave.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Lebanon awaits truce proposals after US envoy expresses hope
A senior US official says he sees "a shot" at a truce soon in the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Thu Nov 14 2024
US wants real, extended pauses in fighting in Gaza, Blinken says
Israel, by the standards it set itself, has accomplished the goals that it set for itself, says Anthony Blinken.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Did Israel meet US Gaza aid requirements? Israel, UN respond
Israel has says it met most of the 16 specific demands put forward by Washington but was still discussing some items.
Wed Nov 13 2024
At UN, US warns Israel against forcible displacement, starvation in Gaza
Israeli authorities are blocking humanitarian assistance from entering North Gaza, where fighting continues, says acting UN aid chief.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million
A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction
A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim
Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police
Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysia, Vietnam to further cooperate in multiple sectors - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the collaboration will also leverage the ASEAN Energy Grid to foster regional growth.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Court orders PDRM to complete investigations into Beng Hock's death within six months
Judge says the claims and reliefs sought by the applicants are within the domain of public law both in pith and substance.
Thu Nov 21 2024