Burkina Faso protest against militant violence turns violent
Activist groups call for renewed protests in response to a recent surge of attacks, including one by al-Qaeda-linked militants.
Sun Nov 28 2021
Death toll since Myanmar coup tops 1,000, says activist group
Myanmar has sunk into chaos since the coup, with protests continuing daily, insurgencies flaring in border regions.
Wed Aug 18 2021
Myanmar authorities to release 700 prisoners from Insein jail - Prison chief
More than 5,200 people are being held in detention, according to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners activist group.
Wed Jun 30 2021
Five killed in Myanmar as troops open fire on protesters
More than 580 people have been killed, according to an activist group, in the turmoil in Myanmar since the Feb. 1 coup.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Myanmar's junta cracks down on online critics, death toll edges up to 550
An activist group said on Saturday the security forces have killed 550 people, 46 of them children.
Sat Apr 03 2021
Analysis: Biden threatened Myanmar sanctions. What are his options?
Activist groups including Human Rights Watch have joined calls for Biden to target companies run by the military.
Tue Feb 02 2021
Cyber threats still under check - MyCERT
The recent threat made by hacker activist group Anonymous Malaysia recently was different from the one reported in 2015.
Thu Jan 28 2021
No reports of gov't websites being hacked so far - Bukit Aman
Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) director Datuk Zainuddin Yaacob said, however, the polices cybercrime division was always on the alert to curb such attempts.
Wed Jan 27 2021
China and Russia win seats on UN rights council, Saudis lose
China, Russia and Cuba won seats on the UN's premiere human rights body Tuesday despite opposition from activist groups over their abysmal human rights records.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Malaysia's Sime Darby to look into report of forced labour in call for U.S. import ban
An activist group petitioned the U.S. Customs to ban imports of its palm oil
Wed Jul 08 2020
Nordstrom drops Ivanka Trump-branded clothing and shoes
The change followed a weeks-long boycott campaign, organized by an anti-Trump activist group called "Grab Your Wallet."
Fri Feb 03 2017
Hackers block Russian minister's cyber account with Turkish symbols
A social network account of Russia's communications minister was temporarily blocked on Sunday in a cyberattack carried out by hackers presenting themselves as a Turkish activist group.
Mon Jan 04 2016
PM Lee's website hacked by Anonymous
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's official website was hacked on Thursday by apparent members of activist group Anonymous.
Fri Nov 08 2013
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
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