Haiti gang leader threatens to kill kidnapped American missionaries
The leader of the 400 Mawozo gang says he was willing to kill "these Americans" if he does not get what he needs.
Fri Oct 22 2021
Haiti gang seeks $1 million per person for kidnapped missionaries
Talks were under way with kidnappers to seek the release of the missionaries abducted by a gang called 400 Mawozo, a minister confirms.
Wed Oct 20 2021
Kidnapping in Haiti shines spotlight on gangs, risk experts say
The kidnapping of 17 missionaries over the weekend has underlined a different, growing concern.
Tue Oct 19 2021
Up to 17 US missionaries and family kidnapped in Haiti - Media
The missionaries were traveling to Titanyen after visiting the orphanage in the Croix des Bouquets area, CNN said.
Sun Oct 17 2021
Climate change may be changing the taste of tea
Report shows that extreme weather conditions are likely to alter the taste of the world's most widely consumed beverage.
Fri May 14 2021
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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