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Soccer - FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty

Soccer - FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty

Votes are due to be held at the FIFA Congress next month to approve the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, though each has only a single bid.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Control of US Congress at stake in tight election battle

Control of US Congress at stake in tight election battle

The outcome is crucial for how easily the US presidential election winner can govern until the next congressional elections in 2026.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Tight race in US Congress as no party expected to secure large majority - Reports

Tight race in US Congress as no party expected to secure large majority - Reports

Experts caution that it may take some time beyond election night to determine which party has won control of the House.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Malaysia leads global charge to tackle lung disease at World Cancer Congress

Malaysia leads global charge to tackle lung disease at World Cancer Congress

Malaysia spearheaded the submission of a landmark World Health Organisation (WHO) Lung Health Resolution.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Fugitive ex-mayor from Philippines arrested in Indonesia, Manila says

Fugitive ex-mayor from Philippines arrested in Indonesia, Manila says

Alice Guo is wanted by the Philippine Senate for refusing to attend a congressional probe on her alleged criminal ties.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Sarawak delegation in Australia to study crocodile management

Sarawak delegation in Australia to study crocodile management

The visit aims to analyse the ecosystems of crocodile species in Australia, specifically saltwater and freshwater crocodiles.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24

Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24

Benjamin Netanyahu said he will "present the truth" about the war against Hamas in Gaza when he addresses the US Congress.
Fri Jun 07 2024
No date set for Netanyahu's address to US Congress, Israel says

No date set for Netanyahu's address to US Congress, Israel says

This speech would make Netanyahu the first foreign leader to address joint meetings of Congress four times.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Early results in South Africa's election show ANC losing majority

Early results in South Africa's election show ANC losing majority

Based on the early results, the ANC is projected to have roughly 42 pct of the vote when the count is over.
Thu May 30 2024
EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?

EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?

Under South Africa's constitution, voters elect 400 members of the National Assembly, who then elect the president by a simple majority.
Wed May 29 2024
Thirty years after end of apartheid, equality eludes South Africa

Thirty years after end of apartheid, equality eludes South Africa

South Africa's joblessness rate, among the highest in the world, is the number one concern for many voters.
Thu May 23 2024
Tens of thousands of Colombians march in support of Petro's reforms

Tens of thousands of Colombians march in support of Petro's reforms

Colombian President Gustavo Petro says will tackle inequality, but have struggled to win congressional approval.
Thu May 02 2024
KEB initiatives a new endeavour to assist more Bumiputera traders, companies - Fahmi

KEB initiatives a new endeavour to assist more Bumiputera traders, companies - Fahmi

The initiatives announced at the Bumiputera Economic Congress (KEB) 2024 recently are the latest efforts by the MADANI Government to assist more Bumiputera traders and companies
Thu Mar 14 2024
US Lawmakers reach deal to avert government shutdown ahead of deadline

US Lawmakers reach deal to avert government shutdown ahead of deadline

US congressional leaders have come to an agreement to prevent a partial government shutdown slated for midnight on Friday, lawmakers said Wednesday.
Thu Feb 29 2024
PM says KEB 2024 will be more inclusive

PM says KEB 2024 will be more inclusive

KEB 2024 is expected to have cooperation and joint participation from Chinese and Indian communities to help tackle the problem of poverty.
Thu Feb 15 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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