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Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
COP29 Azerbaijan operating company awarded ISO 20121 certification

COP29 Azerbaijan operating company awarded ISO 20121 certification

Azerbaijan is the first country in COP history to receive ISO 20121 Certification for Sustainable Event Management and Delivery.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?

Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?

Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say

Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say

The estimate includes some 26,000 people who suffered violent deaths, a higher figure than one currently used by UN for the entire country.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Daim Zainuddin a loyal businessman, politician

Daim Zainuddin a loyal businessman, politician

Tun Daim Zainuddin was instrumental in the country's business landscape in the 1980s and 1990s, says Datuk Yong Soo Heong.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Up to US to decide what to do with decommissioned HAWK missiles, Taiwan says

Up to US to decide what to do with decommissioned HAWK missiles, Taiwan says

The United States and its allies have provided billions of dollars of weapons to Ukraine since Russia attacked the country.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Malaysia to launch cross-border re-auction for Singapore via ENEGEM by year-end - DPM Fadillah

Malaysia to launch cross-border re-auction for Singapore via ENEGEM by year-end - DPM Fadillah

By sharing excess energy, the country can reduce reliance on fossil fuels while building an integrated ASEAN energy infrastructure.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Netanyahu says Iran's government fears its people more than Israel

Netanyahu says Iran's government fears its people more than Israel

Netanyahu says life in Iran could be different if the country were free and funds could be used education, roads water and hospitals.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Malaysia strengthens sustainability foothold at COP29 as country assumes ASEAN Chair in 2025

Malaysia strengthens sustainability foothold at COP29 as country assumes ASEAN Chair in 2025

The Malaysia Pavilion showcases the nation's commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and its vision for ASEAN Chairmanship 2025.
Tue Nov 12 2024
In South America, Trump already losing a trade battle with China

In South America, Trump already losing a trade battle with China

China's President Xi Jinping expected to attend and inaugurate a major new Chinese-built port in the country.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Anwar meets with Lebanese PM in Riyadh ahead of Extraordinary Summit

Anwar meets with Lebanese PM in Riyadh ahead of Extraordinary Summit

During the discussions, Anwar reiterated Malaysia's unwavering support for Lebanon, emphasising the country's condemnation of the Israeli aggression.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Haiti to replace prime minister as security crisis mounts

Haiti to replace prime minister as security crisis mounts

Promised international support still lags and nearby nations have deported Haitian migrants back to the country.
Mon Nov 11 2024
[COLUMNIST] November 8 - More than just a victory

[COLUMNIST] November 8 - More than just a victory

In 2020, the Azerbaijani army ended nearly 30 years of Armenian occupation over significant part of the country's territory in just 44 days.
Fri Nov 08 2024
PM’s decision to forgo salary does not contradict Islamic teachings - PKR JPPA director

PM’s decision to forgo salary does not contradict Islamic teachings - PKR JPPA director

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made it clear that he is not taking his salary due to the country's economic condition and the heavy debt burden.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu replaced Yoav Gallant with close ally Israel Katz to lead the country's war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Tue Nov 05 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