Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants
A total of 139 graves and over two dozen campsites suspected to have been run by people-smuggling groups in Wang Kelian.
Fri Jun 23 2023
Thailand identified as source and transit country for cyber syndicates in Southeast Asia - TIP Report
Thailand is a source and transit country for criminal syndicates operating cyber scams in Cambodia, Laos, Burma, and the Philippines.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Fears of 'digital dictatorship' as Myanmar deploys AI
Human rights groups say the use of artificial intelligence to check on citizens' movements poses a "serious threat" to their liberty.
Fri Mar 19 2021
NGO questions Penang govt over activities on five-acre land in Pulau Tikus
Yan Lee said that the land is owned by Penang Island City Council, bordered Codrington Avenue, Lengkok Burma and Jalan Burma.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Coup prompts outcry from Myanmar as Biden threatens sanctions
The sudden turn of events derailed years of efforts to establish democracy in poverty-stricken Myanmar, also known as Burma.
Tue Feb 02 2021
Top U.S. diplomat Blinken calls on Myanmar military leaders to release Suu Kyi, others
The United States stands with the people of Burma in their aspirations for democracy.
Mon Feb 01 2021
Nine arrested for partying at karaoke during MCO
Nine individuals including two Indonesian women were arrested for violating the Movement Control Order (MCO) by partying at an unlicensed karaoke centre in Jalan Burma here early today.
Sun Apr 12 2020
China, Russia can help stop violence against Rohingya, says activist
BHRN director Kyaw Win said the two major powers had substantial influence in their political and economic relationship with Myanmar.
Fri Sep 22 2017
Woman dies after hit-and-run in Penang
A female pedestrian has died after a motorcyclist crashed into her in a hit-and-run incident on Thursday.
Thu Apr 06 2017
Datuk Seri among 12 charged with rioting
Twelve individuals including a 'Datuk Seri' claimed trial in the Magistrate's Court here today to a charge of rioting.
Tue Mar 21 2017
What to see on a first trip to Myanmar
Here is what first-time visitors should see in Myanmar.
Mon Jun 13 2016
Malaysia very transparent on human trafficking - IGP
He said this was the reason country now remained on the Tier 2 Watch List in the United States' Department of Trafficking in Persons, despite being placed on Tier 3 at one point.
Sat Apr 16 2016
Lessons learned in Myanmar - Another vote for democracy
Allowed to vote freely for the first time in a quarter-century, the people of Myanmar have delivered a landslide win to Aung San Suu Kyi and the NLD. Will they now rise to the challenge?
Mon Nov 16 2015
Rohingya graves: Six foreign suspects identified
The suspects, comprising a woman and five men, are not the masterminds in the case but merely lower ranking members, police say.
Thu Nov 12 2015
Perlis police confirm 24 human skeletons found at Bukit Wang Burma
It is believed that the graves were older than the those found in May and were located almost at the peak of a hill, but not far from the earlier find.
Sun Aug 23 2015
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