Gaza war to last months, Israel says, as fears of conflict spread rise
Israeli actions intensified around Christmas, particularly in a central area just south of the seasonal waterway that bisects the Gaza Strip.
Wed Dec 27 2023
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in one of war's deadliest nights, Gaza officials say
Strikes that began hours before midnight persisted into Christmas Day on Monday.
Mon Dec 25 2023
'Worst Christmas ever' in birthplace of Jesus as impact of war empties Bethlehem
Bethlehem is normally at its busiest at Christmas but this year war has scared away tourists and pilgrims from the Palestinian town.
Sat Dec 23 2023
Pinatas bring jobs to migrants in Mexico during Christmas season
A small pinata workshop located near Mexico City employed Venezuelan migrants during their Christmas season activities.
Fri Dec 22 2023
Drone footage captures Rome's peace-themed Christmas lights
The decoration is composed of 300,000 points of light in total and form the word "Pace" (peace) in various languages.
Fri Dec 22 2023
Ukrainians prepare for first wartime Christmas on new calendar
Ukrainians gearing up to celebrate first Christmas according to a new calendar, another step towards erasing traces of Russian influence.
Wed Dec 20 2023
Apple is pulling two of its watches off shelves by Christmas
By Christmas Day, if a trade ruling stands, those watches will be illegal to import into the United States (US).
Tue Dec 19 2023
Prisons dept allows Christmas family visits on Dec 27 and 28
The Prisons Department in a statement said that priority visits are given to Christian inmates through face-to-face or online meetings.
Mon Dec 18 2023
Attack at Mexico holiday party leaves 12 dead - Authorities
The attack took place when an armed group opened fire on partygoers attending a traditional Mexican party ahead of Christmas.
Mon Dec 18 2023
Climate change threatens Hungary's Christmas trees
Villagers are worried their livelihood could be in danger as pine forests are shrinking due to climate change.
Sat Dec 02 2023
Santa Claus greets young and old at Eiffel Tower Christmas market
Children in particular were surprised to meet Santa in Paris when he should be preparing Christmas presents at the North Pole.
Mon Oct 23 2023
Pent-up demand promises record tourist season for southern Europe
Tourism is back with a vengeance to boost the economies of southern Europe as sun-seekers make up for lost time.
Sat May 20 2023
Japan's Ryuichi Sakamoto, composer of 'The Last Emperor' score, dies aged 71
Ryuichi Sakamoto the Oscar-winning Japanese composer is well known for his scores for "The Last Emperor", "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence".
Mon Apr 03 2023
Coral bleaching causing 'unnecessary' fish fights
A team of researchers studies on how a mass bleaching event affected 38 species of butterflyfish.
Mon Jan 09 2023
SHMMP: 3,255 business premises inspected nationwide - Salahuddin
A total of 3,255 business premises were inspected during the implementation of the 2022 Christmas Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme (SHMMP) from Dec 23 to 27.
Fri Dec 30 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024