UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh
Most refugee arrivals happen between November and April, when the seas in the region are generally calmer.
Wed Oct 23 2024
SpaceX's Starship survives return to Earth, aces landing test on fourth try
Elon Musk said SpaceX is planning at least six Starship test flights this year, with more expected in the years ahead.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Over 70 Rohingya dead or missing after boat capsizes off Indonesia's Aceh
The UNHCR said if the death toll was confirmed, it would be the biggest loss of life so far this year.
Fri Mar 22 2024
UNHCR calls for urgent action after mobs attempt to evict Rohingya in Banda Aceh
UNHCR calls on local law enforcement authorities for urgent action to ensure protection of Rohingya in Banda Aceh, Indonesia.
Thu Dec 28 2023
Hundreds of Rohingya come ashore in Indonesia, joining about 1,000 this week
Miftach Cut Adek said Aceh villagers had tried to prevent hundreds of Rohingya arriving in the Bireuen area.
Wed Nov 22 2023
Hundreds more Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia's Aceh
The refugees, who arrived at various parts of the province have overwhelmed local facilities, a UNHCR official, told.
Mon Nov 20 2023
Almost 200 Rohingya arrive by boat in Indonesia's Aceh
The chief of a local fishing community said, the latest batch of people to have fled Myanmar by sea this year.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Korea Open: Another tournament, another early exit for Zii Jia
National men's singles ace Lee Zii Jia went down 15-21, 21-18, 17-21 to Angus Ng Ka Long of Hong Kong at the Jinnam Stadium in Yeosu.
Wed Jul 19 2023
More than 180 Rohingya Muslims arrive by boat in Indonesia's Aceh
Miftah said 90 women and children were among the migrants who landed in Indonesia's Aceh province.
Mon Mar 27 2023
Budget 2023: Tax incentives for ACE, LEAP listings to catalyse entrepreneurship
The Budget 2023 commits to fiscal consolidation with further reduction in budget deficit to GDP ratio to 5% this year and to 3.2% by 2025.
Fri Feb 24 2023
Illegal golden apple snail poison worth over RM50,000 seized in Perak
Initial investigation revealed that the pesticide which originated from China, was sold at RM5 per sachet, and it is also available online.
Fri Feb 17 2023
Boat carrying 69 Rohingya lands in Indonesia's Aceh
UNHCR said this the latest in a wave of arrivals as hundreds flee desperate conditions in Bangladeshi refugee camps.
Fri Feb 17 2023
6.2 magnitude quake jolts Western Indonesia, no casualty reported
An earthquake measuring 6.2 magnitude hit Indonesia's western province of Aceh on Monday morning, but did not leave damages or casualties.
Mon Jan 16 2023
U.N. urges countries to help Rohingya at sea as hundreds land in Indonesia
It said on Monday said 2022 could be one of the deadliest years at sea in almost a decade for the Rohingya with a growing number of them fleeing desperate conditions in refugee camps in Bangladesh.
Tue Dec 27 2022
Scholarship award saves Aaliyah's education, sports career
National coach, Hanifah Yoong Yin Fah is feeling ecstatic after his daughter Aaliyah Yoong, who is a national water skiing ace, need not forsake her dreams because of financial constraints.
Tue Dec 06 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