[COLUMNIST] Look beyond the veil of empty promises and handouts
Malaysia needs to have trustworthy and competent individuals helming key organisations and institutions that are independent and empowered.
Tue Nov 08 2022
Iranian protesters set fire to police station as unrest over woman's death spreads
Women have played a prominent role in the protests, waving and burning their veils, with some cutting their hair in public.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Behind the veil: The double life of Pakistan rapper Eva B
Eva B racks up millions of views online, but walking through the streets of her Karachi neighbourhood, she is anonymous.
Tue May 10 2022
Afghan star Aryana Sayeed recounts harrowing escape from Kabul
Aryana Sayeed wore an all-enveloping veil to escape her homeland as the Taliban took Kabul.
Wed Aug 25 2021
Amid France-Turkey row, UK calls on NATO allies to defend free speech
A veiled rebuke to Turkey which has been calling for a boycott of French goods.
Wed Oct 28 2020
Health ministry issues veiled warning over COVID-19
The Health Ministry today issued a veiled warning on the possibility of a spike in the number of COVID-19 positive cases.
Wed May 27 2020
In emotional farewell speech, Michelle Obama praises diversity
First lady Michelle Obama made an impassioned case for embracing diversity and welcoming all religious groups on Friday in a not-so-veiled message to her husband's successor.
Sat Jan 07 2017
Saudi police arrest woman for removing veil on Twitter
Police spokesman Fawaz al-Maiman did not name the woman, but several websites identified her as Malak al-Shehri, who triggered a huge backlash on social media after posing without hijab last month.
Mon Dec 12 2016
Narendra Modi brands Pakistan 'terrorism mothership' at BRICS meet
Narendra Modi urged BRICS leaders Sunday to take a strong united stand against the "mothership of terrorism" in the South Asian region, in a thinly veiled reference to Pakistan.
Sun Oct 16 2016
Bulgaria bans full-face Islamic veil
Bulgaria banned on Friday face-covering Islamic veils in public, joining a small number of EU countries as debate rages across Europe about religious freedoms.
Sat Oct 01 2016
7 uncomfortable facts about France's burkini controversy
The truth is, the French debate over Islamic clothing has been going on for years.
Fri Aug 26 2016
Taboo or not taboo? Artists expose naked truths in Pakistan
Ali has a theory about why, in a developing country where women are traditionally veiled and even unproven allegations of blasphemy can stir mob violence, he has been so free.
Sun Jul 03 2016
French minister compares veiled women to 'negroes who supported slavery'
A French government minister Laurence Rossignol on Wednesday compared women who wear the veil to "negroes who supported slavery".
Thu Mar 31 2016
In Pakistan, new TV show lifts veil on sex taboos
In strait-laced Muslim Pakistan, a new TV show is trying to deal with the delicate subject of sex and embarrassing illnesses without angering conservatives.
Thu Nov 27 2014
Jolie's bridal gown adorned with her children's art: reports
Artwork drawn by Angelina Jolie's children was embroidered into her bridal gown and veil, adding a touch of whimsy to her wedding last month to Brad Pitt, celebrity magazines reported on Tuesday.
Tue Sep 02 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