North Korea conducts longest ICBM test amid storm over troop deployment to Russia
South Korea warns Pyongyang could seek missile technology from Russia in exchange for deploying troops to help with the war in Ukraine.
Thu Oct 31 2024
N. Korea's Kim Jong Un calls ICBM test a 'clear signal' to the US
North Korea's test of a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) should serve as a warning to the United States and its allies, ruler Kim Jong Un said.
Tue Dec 19 2023
North Korea fires ICBM after condemning US 'war' moves
The missile has a potential to travel more than 15,000 km (9,300 miles), meaning it can reach anywhere in Japan and the mainland US.
Mon Dec 18 2023
North Korea may test ICBM soon, South official says ahead of nuclear talks in DC
North Korea's ballistic missiles are the focus of Washington's "extended deterrence" strategy.
Fri Dec 15 2023
North Korea says it launched ICBM to warn US, S. Korea over drills
Kim Jong Un accompanied by his daughter, personally oversaw the recent test-firing of North Korea's most powerful ICBM.
Fri Mar 17 2023
North Korea test fires cruise missiles to demonstrate nuclear counterattack
The exercise involved an apparently operational strategic cruise missile unit of the Korean People's Army.
Fri Feb 24 2023
North Korea fires ballistic missiles, warns of turning Pacific into 'firing range'
Kim Yo Jong warns against increased presence of US strategic assets following the joint air drills with its Asian allies over the weekend.
Mon Feb 20 2023
North Korea shows off possible solid-fuel ICBM at nighttime parade
Kim Jong Un attends the military parade in Pyongyang with his wife, Ri Sol Ju and a girl believed to be Kim's second child, Ju Ae.
Thu Feb 09 2023
Kim Jong Un says North Korea aims to have the world's strongest nuclear force
NKorea's "ultimate goal is to possess the world's most powerful strategic force, the absolute force unprecedented in the century," Kim said.
Mon Nov 28 2022
APEC summit disrupted by North Korean ICBM test
That launch adds to a record-breaking year for North Korea's missile programme after it resumed testing ICBMs for the first time since 2017.
Fri Nov 18 2022
Explainer: North Korea is developing ICBMs. What are they?
NKorea has ramped up missile tests and tested ICBM as part of efforts to develop a nuclear-tipped missile that can strike the US mainland.
Fri Nov 04 2022
N.Korea fires three ballistic missiles hours after Biden leaves Asia
In response, the United States and South Korea held combined military drills, including surface-to-surface missile tests.
Wed May 25 2022
Kim says N.Korea will keep developing 'formidable striking capabilities' - KCNA
North Korea will continue to develop "formidable striking capabilities" that cannot be bartered or sold for anything, Kim said.
Mon Mar 28 2022
US imposes sanctions targeting North Korea's missile program
Kim said North Korea's latest missile launch is designed to demonstrate the might of its nuclear force and deter any US military moves.
Fri Mar 25 2022
S.Korea conducts live-fire missile drill after N.Korea ICBM test
The test confirms the military is capable of a precision strike if needed against the location of any North Korean missile launch.
Thu Mar 24 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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