Italy's Meloni under investigation over release of Libyan suspect
The ICC has demanded an explanation, saying it had not been consulted over the decision to let him go.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Trump whisperer? Italy's Meloni navigates a high-stakes relationship
Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni are fast forging a new transatlantic "special relationship".
Sat Jan 25 2025
Pope calls for universal ban on surrogate parenting, calls it 'deplorable'
Pope Francis says the practice of surrogate motherhood, "deplorable" and a grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child.
Tue Jan 09 2024
Having children should be women's main mission, Italy's ruling party senator says
Senator Lavinia Mennuni, affiliated with the right-wing Brothers of Italy party, said young women's 'first aspiration' should be to have children.
Fri Dec 29 2023
Italy's parties unanimously back clampdown on violence against women
The new law expands protections for women at risk to prevent more serious violence and stem a wave of femicides.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Italy PM Meloni leaves partner after sexist TV comments
Giorgia Meloni said she should not be judged over Andrea Giambruno's remarks and in future would not answer questions about his behaviour.
Fri Oct 20 2023
Tunisia intercepts 2,500 migrants, arrests dozens of smugglers in 4 days
The Tunisian coastguard said it had intercepted more than 2,500 migrants and arrested dozens of human smugglers following a major crackdown.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Italy's Lampedusa island hit with record migrant arrivals
According to interior ministry data, about 118,500 boat migrants have arrived in Italy since the start of the year.
Thu Sep 14 2023
Women's Day protesters rally for rights, with focus on Iran and Afghanistan
Activists donned purple and held demonstrations from Jakarta and Singapore to Istanbul, Berlin, Caracas and Montevideo.
Thu Mar 09 2023
Activists rally, some governments seek change as world marks Women's Day
Marches and other events were planned in Paris, Beirut, Baghdad, Karachi, Istanbul and Singapore, among other cities.
Wed Mar 08 2023
Italy urges 'stop' to migrant boats as shipwreck death toll hits 63
Many of the victims washed ashore to where the vessel sank near Steccato di Cutro, while some of the bodies were recovered from the sea.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Migrant shipwreck in Italy kills at least 59, including 12 children
The wooden sailing boat which sailed from Turkey crashed against rocks near the southern Italian coast.
Mon Feb 27 2023
Xi asks Italian PM to help EU policy towards China remain 'positive' - State media
Xi calls on China-Italy relations to become a "model for the development of relations between two countries with different social systems".
Thu Nov 17 2022
The party's over for illegal raves, Italy's new government says
PM Giorgia Meloni told a news conference that Italy needed to tighten the rules to bring it into line with European neighbours.
Tue Nov 01 2022
Giorgia Meloni to be sworn in as Italy's first woman PM on Saturday
Giorgia Meloni was on Friday named as Italy's first woman prime minister and chose her cabinet team.
Sat Oct 22 2022
AIFA: A rapid response chatbot to verify news accuracy
The Artificial Intelligence Fact-check Assistant is spearheaded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Air Busan Airbus plane catches fire at South Korea's Busan airport
All 169 passengers and seven crew members were evacuated, with three having minor injuries, fire authorities in Busan said.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Italy's Meloni under investigation over release of Libyan suspect
The ICC has demanded an explanation, saying it had not been consulted over the decision to let him go.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Six feared buried alive in Miri landslide
The landslide occurred in Kampung Lereng Bukit in Miri, Sarawak early this morning.
Wed Jan 29 2025
PM hopes CNY celebrations mark fresh start to strengthen nation's unity
CNY celebrations reminds us of Confucius' wisdom, which emphasises that harmony is the foundation of strength, says the PM.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Indonesia's new leader expands military's role in test of fragile democracy
Nearly 30 years after Suharto's fall, Indonesia's president stirs unease by relying on the military to enforce his governing vision.
Wed Jan 29 2025
Predator drone maker asks Musk's DOGE to cut Pentagon red tape, letter shows
In a letter, Linden Blue urges Musk to reform defense acquisition system to enhance its efficiency and contribution to national security.
Wed Jan 29 2025
As Gazans return north, some Israelis near border fear another attack
The sight of Gazans returning to the remains of their homes, left some Israelis in nearby communities worried about their future.
Wed Jan 29 2025
OpenAI asks Indian court to throw out book publishers challenge in copyright battle
OpenAI argues that its ChatGPT service only disseminates public information.
Wed Jan 29 2025
7,964 out of 18,000 stranded workers selected in first batch for entry to Malaysia
Saifuddin Nasution Ismail proposes forming a Joint Technical Group to expedite the workers' phased entry.
Wed Jan 29 2025