Coronation regalia steeped in history and symbolism
The coronation of King Charles III will showcase unusual relics and the world's finest jewels.
Fri May 05 2023
The British physicist making women scientists visible online
Jessica Wade writes biographies on Wikipedia about women researchers like her who don't have an online presence.
Fri Apr 28 2023
From holy oil to sceptres and a spoon: King Charles' coronation ceremony
Here are details of the Crown Jewels that will be used, as outlined by Buckingham Palace.
Mon Apr 10 2023
King Charles's coronation: Can the monarchy shed its British imperial past?
The coronation comes at a critical time for the monarchy.
Fri Mar 24 2023
Japanese emperor emerges for public New Year greetings for first time in 3 years
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Japanese imperial family suspended many of its public engagements.
Mon Jan 02 2023
Syed Alman's death: Court of Appeal upholds RM220,000 fine on dental centre
The Court of Appeal upheld the RM220,000 fine imposed on Imperial Dental Specialist Sdn Bhd in connection with the death of Syed Alman Zain during a dental treatment six years ago.
Thu Nov 10 2022
[COLUMNIST] Mental colonisation and cultural imperialism - Threat of technology and social media (PART 2)
Technology and social media carry the potential for significant negative impacts and irreversibility at the individual and social level.
Thu Aug 25 2022
[COLUMNIST] Mental colonisation and cultural imperialism - Threat of technology and social media (Part 1)
Potential dangers of technology and content from social media extend far beyond the impacts on the education system and the workforce.
Thu Aug 18 2022
Hospital stay risk for Omicron is 40-45 pct lower than Delta - UK study
Imperial College researchers said the risk of any visit to the hospital with Omicron was between 20 pct and 25 pct lower than with Delta.
Thu Dec 23 2021
England sees record COVID prevalence in October - Imperial study
It is led by a high number of cases in children and a surge in the south-west of the country.
Thu Nov 04 2021
Overcoming scandal and PTSD, Japan's Princess Mako finally marries college sweetheart
Mako and Kei will live in NY, though the princess will remain on her own in Tokyo for some time after the wedding to prepare for the move.
Tue Oct 26 2021
TIMELINE - Japan Princess Mako's long road to marriage nears its end
Princess Mako will be married next week after years of criticism over her fiance that led to their marriage being postponed.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Japan princess overcomes money scandal, PTSD to marry college sweetheart
Their marriage next week will mainly consist of filing paperwork, then holding a news conference.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Overcoming criticism, Japanese princess set to marry on October 26
The 29-year-old niece of Emperor Naruhito became engaged to Kei Komuro, 29, in 2017.
Fri Oct 01 2021
Japan expected to announce wedding of Princess Mako as soon as Friday - Media
The marriage will be registered at a local govt office, with records of the imperial family adjusted to reflect the Princess has left it.
Thu Sep 30 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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