635 company directors barred from leaving Malaysia over unpaid EPF contributions
In a statement, EPF said will continue to enforce and monitor compliance to ensure that all outstanding amounts are paid in full.
Wed Aug 28 2024
Olympics - Barred boxing federation says Khelif failed chromosome test
The dispute reignited debate on fairness and safety in women's sports, focusing on competitive advantages of sexual development differences.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Australia doubles foreign student visa fee in migration crackdown
From July 1, international student visa fees increases, while onshore applications barred for visitor visa holders.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Afghan women turn to entrepreneurship but struggle to access capital
The Taliban have not formally banned women from work but have barred many Afghan female aid workers, shuttered beauty salons.
Thu Apr 18 2024
South Africa's former president Zuma barred from running in upcoming elections
South Africa's Electoral Commission said Thursday it has disqualified former President Jacob Zuma from contesting for a seat in parliament in the forthcoming election to be held on May 29.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Jailed ex-PM Imran Khan votes via postal ballot, as Pakistanis flock to polling stations
Imran Khan was barred from contesting the election and his popular Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) faced a pre-poll widespread crackdown.
Thu Feb 08 2024
With generals barred, Myanmar junta sends bureaucrat to ASEAN meeting
The military government has refused to take part in dialogue with what it calls "terrorists".
Mon Jan 29 2024
Spanish court convicts arbitrator who awarded $15 bln to sultan's heirs in Malaysia dispute
Gonzalo Stampa was sentenced to six months in jail and barred from operating for one year, according to the ruling.
Tue Jan 09 2024
Indonesia's Marapi volcano erupts, spewing ash
Authorities have barred residents and visitors from carrying out any activities within 3 kilometres of the crater.
Mon Dec 04 2023
Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossing overwhelmed as Afghans face expulsion
Pakistan authorities have barred media access to the border crossing since Tuesday.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan's jail custody extended for 14 days - Lawyer
The court said Imran Khan could be released on bail, but was barred from leaving as he was still under remand in the official secrets case.
Wed Aug 30 2023
Jailed ex-premier Imran Khan barred from Pakistan politics for 5 years
Under Pakistani law, a convicted person cannot run for any public office for a period defined by the Election Commission of Pakistan.
Wed Aug 09 2023
Austria to join countries banning TikTok from government phones
Various Western countries including Britain, the United States and several other European Union member states have already barred TikTok over security concerns.
Wed May 10 2023
UK tells small-boat migrants: We will detain and deport you
Small-boat arrivals will be barred from claiming asylum.
Wed Mar 08 2023
Cambodian opposition figure Kem Sokha sentenced to 27 years for treason
Kem Sokha will be in detention under house arrest and would be barred from running for political office or voting in elections.
Fri Mar 03 2023
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
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