Soccer - FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty
Votes are due to be held at the FIFA Congress next month to approve the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, though each has only a single bid.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Malaysian mothers cheer vote to fix 'sexist' constitution
The legislation still needs to be approved by the upper house, but campaigners are hopeful it should go through.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Cabinet approves guidelines for Data Centre Planning - Nga
Nga Kor Ming said the guidelines are designed to standardise and streamline the application and planning approval process for stakeholders.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Tokyo approves ordinance to prevent abuse by customers in Japan's first
The ordinance against "customer harassment" outlines the responsibilities of customers, although it carries no penalties if violated.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Musk calls Australian government 'fascists' over misinformation law
The proposed law would require tech platforms to set codes of conduct to stop dangerous falsehoods spreading and be approved by a regulator.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Approved investments from Jan-June 2024 up 18 pct to RM160 bln - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said these investments involved nearly 3,000 new projects that will create over 79,000 job opportunities.
Tue Sep 03 2024
World’s ‘largest solar precinct’ approved by Australian government
SunCable's A$20 billion (US$24 billion) project will generate enough energy to power 3 million homes.
Wed Aug 21 2024
Canada to pull children of diplomats out of Israel, Canadian Press reports
Global Affairs Canada said it has approved temporary relocation of the diplomats' children and their guardians to a safe third country.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Crickets get crunchy as Singapore approves edible insects amid food security push
S'pore approved for human consumption 16 species ranging from crickets to grasshoppers, grubs and mealworms after two years of deliberation.
Sat Aug 03 2024
Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA
The Dewan Negara sitting today approved two Bills under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) related to the employment insurance system and social security of workers.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Dewan Rakyat approves Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency Bill
Malaysia Checkpoints and Border Agency will take over the functions of relevant agencies at the country's entry points.
Tue Jul 16 2024
No more KBS grants for activities that violate safe sport code - Hannah
KBS will not approve allocations if tobacco, e-cigarette or alcohol companies are involved, following amendments to the Safe Sport Code.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Implementation of MADANI Economy beginning to bear fruit - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the highest achievement with direct investment approved in 2023 was RM329.5 bln.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Cabinet approves amendments to Personal Data Protection Act, says Digital Minister
Gobind Singh Deo highlighted that key proposals for amending Act 709 include mandatory notification of personal data breaches.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Malaysia records RM83.7 bln approved investments in 1Q 2024
Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz said approved investments of reflect on how Malaysia has earned investors' trust.
Fri Jun 21 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
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