Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
The WFP has suffered severe financial setbacks after the US, its single largest donor, announced a 90-day pause on foreign aid assistance.
Fri Mar 28 2025
Aidilfitri toll discount to be announced soon - Nanta
Government to announce soon a proposed 50 percent toll discount for Hari Raya Aidilfitri.
Thu Mar 20 2025
Ukraine ceasefire talks to resume Sunday in Jeddah: US Envoy
Talks on a ceasefire in Russia's war with Ukraine will continue on Sunday in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah, United States (US) President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff has announced.
Wed Mar 19 2025
Musk says Starship with robot aboard to fly to Mars in late 2026
US billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, who owns Tesla and SpaceX, announced on Saturday that the Starship spacecraft carrying Tesla's robotic humanoid Optimus will fly to Mars at the end of 2026.
Sun Mar 16 2025
UNRWA opens 130 temporary education centres in Gaza
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) announced that it has opened 130 temporary education centres in Gaza
Sun Mar 16 2025
Malaysia to host two major international programmes this July - Azalina
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Legal and Institutional Reforms) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said announced that Malaysia will host two major international programmes this July.
Sat Mar 15 2025
MMA hopes new GP consultation fees will be appropriate, fair
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has expressed hope the revision of private general practitioner (GP) consultation fees, set to be announced before May 1 this year, will be appropriate and fair
Sat Mar 15 2025
Starmer unveils plan to abolish NHS England, cites need to 'cut bureaucracy'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a major policy shift, outlining plans to abolish NHS England and place the health service directly under central government control
Fri Mar 14 2025
Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes
Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025
Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report
The Palestinian Tourism and Antiquities Ministry on Wednesday announced that 226 archaeological sites in the Gaza Strip have been damaged as
Sat Feb 08 2025
What are five new critical metal exports restricted by China?
China announced sweeping export restrictions targeting five metals used across defence, clean energy and other industries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Ringgit edges up ahead of Trump’s inauguration
Traders are becoming increasingly anxious about what might be announced by the US President, says Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.
Mon Jan 20 2025
Hamas denies Netanyahu's claims, says committed to Gaza ceasefire deal
Hamas is committed to the ceasefire agreement announced by the mediators, says senior group leader Izzat al-Rishq in a statement.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Trump says larger tariffs could be imposed on Canada, EU if they cause US 'economic harm'
Donald Trump warns of massive tariffs on the EU & Canada if they collude to hurt the US economy - far larger than currently planned.
Fri Mar 28 2025
Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
The WFP has suffered severe financial setbacks after the US, its single largest donor, announced a 90-day pause on foreign aid assistance.
Fri Mar 28 2025
South Koreans mourn historic temple burnt by wildfire, race to save others
At least 18 heritage sites or objects damaged, destroyed.
Fri Mar 28 2025
What are the US and Europe doing to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea?
Here is how the attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Houthis have affected trade for Europe and the US.
Fri Mar 28 2025
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un touts AI suicide drones, early-warning aircraft
Kim Jong Un says unmanned control and AI capability must be the top priorities in modern arms development.
Fri Mar 28 2025
Russia soon to begin to build road bridge to North Korea
The bridge was agreed upon during Putin's 2024 North Korea visit, when both nations signed a strategic partnership deal.
Fri Mar 28 2025
Court allows Rosmah to include Govt, police as third parties in missing jewellery lawsuit
Judge says Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor has established a prima facie case to be granted leave to issue the third-party notice.
Thu Mar 27 2025
Najib named as suspect in 1MDB probe due to inflow of funds into personal account - witness
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was named a suspect after Bukit Aman found a money trail of 1MDB funds entering the ex-PM's accounts.
Thu Mar 27 2025
Lecturer claims trial for committing sexual acts using objects against female students
Ahmad Syahir Sharifudeen is facing five counts of engaging in sexual acts of unnatural intercourse with the 19-year-old female victims.
Thu Mar 27 2025
Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Hundreds of Palestinians protest in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out".
Thu Mar 27 2025