UK government to ban disposable vapes to prevent use by children
The ban on disposable vapes would also help the environment, with five million thrown away each week
Mon Jan 29 2024
Cameron returns to UK government as foreign secretary, Braverman sacked
It was the latest reset for a prime minister whose party is badly lagging the Labour Party before an election expected next year.
Mon Nov 13 2023
Boris Johnson hands COVID-era WhatsApps to UK government amid inquiry row
Boris Johnson has given his pandemic-era notebooks and messages to the government.
Thu Jun 01 2023
UK government given more time to hand over Boris Johnson messages to COVID inquiry
The Cabinet Office responsible for overseeing the operation of government, has refused to hand over some of the messages and records.
Wed May 31 2023
Queen Elizabeth's funeral costs British Government US$200 million
The funeral and associated events honouring Queen Elizabeth II, which took place during a period of national mourning, incurred an estimated cost of nearly US$200 million
Fri May 19 2023
UK announces u-turn on corporation tax
After weeks of harsh criticism from home and abroad, the UK government on Friday decided to scrap the cancellation of the increase in corporation tax.
Sat Oct 15 2022
Two national gymnastics coaches barred from entering England?
Ahmad Faizal said that both of them would be affected following the entry restrictions imposed by the UK government on Russian citizens.
Thu Jul 28 2022
UK government on defensive as 'partygate' report looms
The report is set to offer more details of parties at the heart of power while the rest of the country was under a strict COVID-19 lockdown.
Wed May 25 2022
UK government seeks to mitigate workforce disruption from Omicron
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has asked ministers to work closely with their respective sectors to develop robust contingency plans.
Sun Jan 02 2022
UK says 14 deaths and 129 hospitalised by Omicron
The UK government would not hesitate to bring in further COVID-19 restrictions if the data showed it was necessary.
Wed Dec 22 2021
King, Queen express appreciation to UK government for AstraZeneca vaccine donation
Their Majesties have expressed their appreciation to the United Kingdom (UK) government for the donation of 415,000 doses of AstraZeneca vaccine today.
Tue Aug 03 2021
UK government, hit by Hancock scandal, to probe leak of footage
The departure put renewed focus on the government over its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Jun 28 2021
Queen Elizabeth to set out UK government's post-pandemic agenda
The grand 'State Opening of Parliament', led by the Queen will this year involve face masks, social distancing, and fewer guests.
Tue May 11 2021
Soccer-UEFA lead backlash against Super League, UK government vows to step in
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin described the Super League plan as a "spit in the face" of all football lovers.
Tue Apr 20 2021
Digital health checks vital to travel recovery, Heathrow says
The UK government said trips abroad could restart in mid-May as its vaccination campaign kicks in, sparking a surge in holiday bookings.
Wed Feb 24 2021
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024