Malaysia observes six celebrations this week, a reflection of the country's diversity - Aaron Dagang
This week alone we have Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Ugadi, Tamil New Year, Vaisakhi, Vishu Day and Songkran, said Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Govt strives to protect country, people from racial conflicts - PM Anwar
PM Anwar Ibrahim said the government is going to put an end to the attempts by quarters to use identity politics to divide society.
Thu Apr 13 2023
Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Songkran greetings to Siamese community
There are 60,000 people of Siamese descent in Malaysia, with a large number residing in Kedah and Perlis.
Thu Apr 13 2023
PM hopes Siamese community uses Songkran festival to strengthen family ties
Ismail Sabri today expressed hope that the Siamese community in the country will use the Songkran festival celebration to further strengthen family ties as well as relationships with friends.
Wed Apr 13 2022
Songkran water festival
The Songkran festival.
Fri Apr 14 2017
Painted Thai elephants spray tourists with water to banish bad luck
Colourfully painted elephants in the ancient Thai capital of Ayutthaya sprayed people with water on Tuesday in a water fight that has become tradition to mark the country's New Year festivities.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Songkran 2015: World's biggest water festival
Songkran: A wet day for Asia
Thu Apr 16 2015
Songkran New Year Festival
The Songkran Festival for the Thai New Year at Chewtawan Temple in Petaling Jaya.
Wed Apr 16 2014
MH370: Subdue Songkran celebrations in respect to tragedy
The Siamese community in Malaysia are urged to celebrate Songkran or the 'water festival' that marks New Year in Thailand next month in a moderate manner to pay respect to MH370.
Fri Mar 28 2014
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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