Brazil announces Indonesia joined BRICS bloc as full member
During Brazil's BRICS presidency, Indonesia is officially admitted as a full BRICS member on Jan 6, the ministry says.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Brazil establishes committee to prepare for BRICS Summit in July
The Rio de Janeiro City Hall has established a committee to coordinate all activities and projects related to Brazil's presidency of the BRICS group this year, including the BRICS Summit in July, acco
Fri Jan 03 2025
Brazil takes over BRICS Presidency, focusing on Global South cooperation
Brazil assumed the rotating presidency of the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) on Wednesday. The agenda will focus on strengthening cooperation among Global South nations
Thu Jan 02 2025
List of BRICS partners to be announced soon - Brazil's Foreign Ministry
The complete list of countries that will join BRICS as partners will be disclosed in the coming weeks, Russian News Agency (TASS) reported.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Brazil bridge collapses, spilling sulfuric acid into river
According to the fire department, one person has been confirmed dead and another was rescued alive.
Mon Dec 23 2024
In Rio de Janeiro competition, barbers battle for best haircut
90 barbers battle to decide who would be the best in annual competition boosting careers of winners and garners international attention.
Sun Dec 22 2024
BRICS is approaching G20 format, says Brazilian foreign minister
Starting January 1, we will chair BRICS and hold major ministerial meetings, says Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira.
Sat Dec 21 2024
Brazil's Lula seen walking for first time since surgeries
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent two operations in Sao Paulo's Sirio-Libanes Hospital to relieve and prevent bleeding in his skull.
Sat Dec 14 2024
Brazil's Lula has head drain removed after second surgery, doctors say
Lula remains "lucid and speaking normally", the doctors say in a new medical note, adding the drain was removed without complications.
Fri Dec 13 2024
ANALYSIS - Brazil's left caught in the long shadow of ailing patriarch Lula
Emergency surgery to relieve a cranial hemorrhage raise questions in Brazil over President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's short-term agenda.
Fri Dec 13 2024
Brazil's Lula to undergo new surgery to minimize further brain bleeding
According to his personal doctor, the endovascular procedure will help minimise the risk of future bleeding.
Thu Dec 12 2024
Brazil's Lula undergoes brain surgery, stable in ICU
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva underwent surgery to drain a bleed on his brain linked to a fall at home in October.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Issues raised in Peru, Brazil, Riyadh, and MADANI achievements Dewan Rakyat agenda highlights
Also in focus will be steps taken by Kuala Lumpur City Hall to mitigate and prevent flash floods in the city.
Thu Nov 21 2024
PM’s Brazil visit secures RM6.8 bil in export potential
Key export opportunities include oil and gas services, semiconductors, palm oil, aerospace components, and food and beverages.
Tue Nov 19 2024
G20 leaders flag global conflicts, cooperation at Rio summit
G20 leaders are address a changing global landscape while aiming to strengthen agreement among nations.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Malaysia, UK strengthen trade and investment ties in inaugural ministerial-led Joint Economic and Trade Committee meeting
The UK was Malaysia's 21st-largest trading partner from January to November 2024 and the fourth-largest trading partner in Europe.
Fri Jan 17 2025
448 children from GISB homes returned to their families - Nancy
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri assures parents wishing to reclaim their children need not worry and encouraged them to approach the ministry.
Fri Jan 17 2025
TikTok's fight against going dark gains support from key US lawmakers
The prospect of a TikTok ban has already triggered some users to seek alternatives.
Fri Jan 17 2025
China's population falls for a third consecutive year
The National Bureau of Statistics says the total number of people in China dropped by 1.39 million to 1.408 billion in 2024.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Hardline Israeli minister Ben-Gvir threatens to quit over Gaza deal
Itamar Ben-Gvir says he would resign from Netanyahu's govt if it ratifies the ceasefire deal in Gaza, which he has strongly opposed.
Fri Jan 17 2025
US says Gaza ceasefire to start as planned despite 'loose end'
We're tying up that loose end as we speak, says Antony Blinken.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Meta's 'Community Notes' model will not apply to paid ads
Community Notes on Meta Platforms will be enabled for organic content, posts that Meta hasn't been paid to promote.
Fri Jan 17 2025
South Korea investigators to file request to extend President Yoon's detention
Investigators must request court approval for a detention warrant to hold Yoon Suk-Yeol in custody for up to 20 more days.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, Netanyahu's office says
The security cabinet would meet on Friday before a full meeting of the cabinet later to approve the deal, Netanyahu's office says.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Bird feathers, blood found in both engines of crashed jet in South Korea, source says
Two minutes before the pilot declared the Mayday emergency call, air traffic control had urged caution due to "bird activity" in the area.
Fri Jan 17 2025