
As US restores some aid, humanitarian groups ask: where is the money?
The United Nations has started evaluating "choices we are making on which lives not to save" due to cuts.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Mark Carney, crisis-fighting central banker, to lead Canada through US trade war
Mark Carney argues Canada must fight Trump's tariffs with dollar for dollar retaliation and diversify trading relations in the medium term.
Mon Mar 10 2025

Malaysia's ASEAN leadership instrumental to address Myanmar crisis, says UK Speaker
Sir Lindsay Hoyle expresses optimism about Malaysia's key role in guiding Myanmar towards stability.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Thaksin backs Malaysia's ASEAN leadership in tackling Myanmar crisis
Ex-Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra agrees that Myanmar is the "elephant in the room" for ASEAN.
Mon Feb 17 2025

Why Trump’s tariffs can’t solve America’s fentanyl crisis
The US faces a decades-long drug crisis, and efforts to regulate, legislate, or incarcerate have failed to curb consumption.
Tue Feb 04 2025

For millions of children in food crises, a heightened risk of lifelong damage
Even after relief reaches these children, the hunger they have endured could cast a shadow over their health for years to come.
Sun Feb 02 2025

Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025

Ceasefire deal: Hamas commends Malaysia's support during Gaza crisis
The ceasefire, announced by Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman, will initially span 42 days.
Thu Jan 16 2025

ASEAN Plus Three strengthen rice reserves for potential climate crisis
Rice-dependent nations like the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam face extreme weather harming food production.
Wed Jan 08 2025

What options does PM Trudeau face in Canada's leadership crisis?
Justin Trudeau has been under increasing pressure to quit since Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned over a policy clash.
Mon Jan 06 2025

Global hunger crisis deepens as major nations skimp on aid
At least 117 million people wont get food or other assistance in 2025, according to United Nations.
Sat Jan 04 2025

Ceasefire and aid: A lifeline for Gaza amid crisis
By continuously killing Palestinians and destroying Gaza will not free the hostages; only political negotiations for ceasefire can,- said Dr. Mohammad Qutub.
Thu Jan 02 2025

South Korea's presidential aides offer to resign amid political crisis
Yoon's chief of staff, policy chief, national security adviser and special adviser on foreign affairs and security, as well as all other senior secretaries, tendered their resignation.
Wed Jan 01 2025

South Korea's leadership crisis in hands of Constitutional Court
South Korea's constitution requires six justices to agree on the ouster of an impeached president.
Wed Jan 01 2025

How Macron’s gamble unleashed chaos on France’s Fifth Republic
Frances crisis shows why thoughtful, reflective leadership may be the key to lasting solutions.
Sun Dec 29 2024

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025