BNM issues commemorative coins to mark Sultan Ibrahim's installation as 17th King
The coins will be available in three denominations and will be available for purchase through BNM's online system.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Extraordinary phenomenon in space on sacred date of Aug 31, 1957
Did you know that on the historic date of Aug 31, 1957, an extraordinary phenomenon coincidentally occurred in space?
Fri Aug 23 2024
Malaysia set to lead stronger ASEAN-Australia ties
Malaysia's chairmanship of ASEAN next year also coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malaysia and Australia.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning
The final days of the Hajj coincide with Muslims in Malaysia celebrating Aidiladha.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Pilgrims brace for brutal heat during Haj
Millions face heat stroke risk as Haj coincides with Mecca's hottest month.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Proton open R&D facility at Hangzhou Bay, China
The opening of the Proton R&D Centre (China) also coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Malaysia.
Mon Apr 29 2024
What happens to the coins tossed into Rome's Trevi Fountain?
For hundreds of years, when in Rome, visitors have flocked to the fountain to make a wish, following a storied ritual.
Sat Mar 16 2024
AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for China, India and Malaysia flights in 2024
The announcement also coincides with the recent announcement of the easing of travel restrictions for Malaysians to China, from Dec 1, 2023.
Mon Nov 27 2023
ANALYSIS: In striking Israel, Hamas also took aim at Middle East security realignment
The assault, the biggest incursion into Israel in decades, coincides with U.S.-backed moves to push Saudi Arabia towards normalising ties with Israel.
Sun Oct 08 2023
Cryptocurrency surges as Musk changes Twitter logo to 'meme dog'
Elon Musk changed the bluebird logo to a dog associated with the digital token, despite being sued over his previous promotion of the coin.
Tue Apr 04 2023
New British stamp with image of King Charles unveiled
The new "definitive" stamp uses an adapted version of a portrait of Charles which is also appearing on new coinage.
Wed Feb 08 2023
Hollywood's Anna May Wong to become first Asian American on US currency
A quarter-dollar coin featuring a profile of Wong with her signature bangs and long fingernails will begin circulating.
Thu Oct 20 2022
New UK coins featuring image of King Charles revealed
The new image will appear on 50 pence coins, which will begin circulating in the coming months.
Fri Sep 30 2022
BN Youth prepared to render help if polls coincides with monsoon, says Zahid
The BN Youth machinery will be ready to provide assistance in flood-hit areas during the upcoming monsoon season, BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
Sat Sep 17 2022
What changes will UK see with a new monarch?
From a new face on the country's stamps and coins to new words for the national anthem, Britain will see changes with the death of Queen Elizabeth.
Fri Sep 09 2022
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
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
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
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
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024