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Ex-Philippines President Benigno Aquino dies of renal failure at 61

Ex-Philippines President Benigno Aquino dies of renal failure at 61

Duterte declared June 24 to July 3 as period of national mourning, with the national flag to be flown at half-mast on all govt buildings.
Fri Jun 25 2021
Former Philippine President Benigno Aquino dies in hospital - Sources

Former Philippine President Benigno Aquino dies in hospital - Sources

The 61-year-old was president of the Philippines from 2010 to 2016.
Thu Jun 24 2021
Philippine top court dismisses graft case against ex-leader Gloria Arroyo

Philippine top court dismisses graft case against ex-leader Gloria Arroyo

The Philippine Supreme Court threw out a corruption case against jailed former president Gloria Arroyo and ordered her immediate release after almost five years in detention.
Tue Jul 19 2016
Five keys to Duterte's Philippine presidential win

Five keys to Duterte's Philippine presidential win

Tough-talking Rodrigo Duterte owed his stunning victory in the Philippine presidential election to five key factors.
Tue May 10 2016
Duterte wins Philippine presidential election: monitor

Duterte wins Philippine presidential election: monitor

Rodrigo Duterte stormed to a huge win in the Philippine presidential elections, according to poll monitor data released Tuesday.
Tue May 10 2016
Key facts on Philippine elections

Key facts on Philippine elections

Here are key facts and figures on the Philippines and its political system:
Mon May 09 2016
Thailand, Philippines and Indonesia might join TPP, says MITI

Thailand, Philippines and Indonesia might join TPP, says MITI

Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia have actually expressed interest to be part of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA), said the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI).
Thu Jan 14 2016
Death toll climbs as more floods threaten Philippines

Death toll climbs as more floods threaten Philippines

Heavy rains pummelled the entire Philippines on Saturday, threatening to aggravate flooding that has prompted the government to declare a state of "national calamity".
Sat Dec 19 2015
Manila asks Japan for large ships to patrol South China Sea

Manila asks Japan for large ships to patrol South China Sea

The deal will mark the first time Japan has agreed to directly donate military equipment to another country, and is the latest example of Shinzo Abe's more muscular security agenda.
Fri Nov 20 2015
Philippines probes airport bullet-planting extortion

Philippines probes airport bullet-planting extortion

The extortion racket allegation has prompted the United Nations to warn its staff of the potential dangers at Manila's airport terminals.
Wed Nov 04 2015
Outrage after three journalists killed in Philippines

Outrage after three journalists killed in Philippines

The nation of 100 million people has long been one of the world's most dangerous places for journalists, with powerful figures able to kill critics.
Tue Sep 01 2015
Malaysia will not entertain any claims on Sabah

Malaysia will not entertain any claims on Sabah

Malaysia will not recognise nor entertain any claims by the Philippines or any party on Sabah, the Foreign Affairs Ministry says.
Sun May 24 2015
Malaysia, Philippines to strengthen defense cooperation - Hishammuddin

Malaysia, Philippines to strengthen defense cooperation - Hishammuddin

Malaysia is committed to strengthen defense cooperation with the Philippines due to the importance of promoting peace, security and stability within the region.
Wed Mar 11 2015
Draft Bangsamoro bill to be submitted mid-week

Draft Bangsamoro bill to be submitted mid-week

Deles said the bill will not yet be submitted to President Benigno Aquino III's office on Monday as expected earlier.
Mon Aug 18 2014
PM hold fruitful talks with Philippine President

PM hold fruitful talks with Philippine President

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak was satisfied with the fruitful bilateral talks with Philippine President Benigno Aquino which was held at Perdana Putra, Putrajaya.
Sat Mar 01 2014
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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