Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations
Under the Racial Harmony Bill, race-based groups must disclose foreign and anonymous donations, affiliations, and leadership.
Wed Feb 05 2025
It's About YOUth: Chinatown reimagined: Mixing old roots with new ideas
Chinatown stands as a symbol of revitalisation, weaving together Malaysia’s rich cultural heritage. Kwai Chai Hong’s Zeen Chang and REXKL’s Lim Kok Kean explore the balance of preserving the area’s time-honored traditions while nurturing youth-driven innovation to fuel the creative economy.
Fri Dec 06 2024
Top facts about the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony
The organisers want to present the French cultural heritage in 12 different scenes.
Fri Jul 26 2024
How clouds protect coral reefs, but will not be enough to save them from us
Coral reefs provide food and livelihoods and protect coastlines from storms, contribute to local economies and preserve cultural heritage.
Sat Oct 14 2023
[COLUMNIST] Are we doing enough to preserve our heritage sites?
The degradation of cultural heritage sites represents one of the most important threats for the future generation.
Thu Oct 05 2023
Malaysia joins hands to submit multi-national nomination for Kebaya to UNESCO
Msia, Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand have jointly submitted the multi-national nomination for the kebaya to UNESCO, MOTAC said.
Tue Apr 04 2023
Cultural Heritage Village in Alor Setar to open tomorrow to enliven Chinese New Year celebration
The San Sheng Welfare Organisation had been decorating the 9,000 square foot village with various cultural elements since two weeks ago.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Songket recognised as UNESCO list of representatives - MOTAC
Songket once again has made history when it was listed under UNESCO's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Thu Dec 16 2021
Will techno music be included on the UNESCO cultural heritage list?
The prolonged closure of nightclubs and health restrictions are a threat to this industry, estimated at several billion dollars.
Tue Dec 07 2021
MOTAC releases list of arts, culture and heritage premises allowed to operate in CMCO, RMCO
The premises which involved museums, libraries, art galleries, centres for cultural heritage arts and performances would operate in accordance with SOP.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Wangkang ceremony, pantun recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage
Wangkang ceremony was jointly nominated with the People's Republic of China and pantun was jointly nominated with Indonesia.
Fri Dec 18 2020
Singapore's foodie "hawker" culture given UNESCO recognition
Singapore must submit a report every six years to UNESCO, showing the efforts made to safeguarding and promoting its hawker culture.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Persiaran Muafakat, a symbol of Johor racial harmony - Exco
The Culture and Heritage Carnival as well as Persiaran Muafakat reflected the diverse cultural heritage identity of Johor.
Sun Jan 01 2017
Malaysia eyes UNESCO recognition for 'wayang kulit'
Malaysia will embark on taking 'wayang kulit' (shadow play) to be listed as national and world cultural heritage under the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
Tue Dec 20 2016
Destroying cultural heritage a disgust - Muhyiddin
Deputy Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin vowed that Malaysia would continue to advocate the protection and enhancement of cultural heritage.
Wed Apr 15 2015
US military plane deporting Indian immigrants lands in India
The Trump administration has increasingly turned to the military to help carry out its immigration agenda.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump's Gaza plan for 'Riviera of the Middle East' triggers international condemnation
Countries from Russia, China, Spain, Ireland and the UK say they continue to support the two-state solution.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US Postal Service suspends inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong
Trump's crackdown on de minimis would make the products sold by the likes of Shein and Temu more expensive.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US plan to take over Gaza: Malaysia's stance on Palestine unchanged - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's stance remains the same as that of other Islamic countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti's gangs
More than $13 million in US funding for an international security force helping fight armed gangs in Haiti has been frozen, the UN says.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Over 40,000 civil servants at high risk of mental health issues - Zaliha
A total of 44,901 civil servants were screened under Public Service Psychological Health Digital Profiling System, says Dr Zaliha Mustafa.
Wed Feb 05 2025
India's Modi takes 'holy dips' at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens
Security personnel stood in the water nearby while thousands of people crowded the banks to watch the prime minister perform the rituals.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Philippine Congress endorses impeachment complaint against vice president
Vice President Sara Duterte would be the Philippines' second most senior official to face removal from office.
Wed Feb 05 2025
What is a sovereign wealth fund?
Sovereign wealth funds are investment vehicles owned by countries.
Wed Feb 05 2025
[COLUMNIST] Rising above Trump tariffs: How a resilient global economy outlasts US protectionism
The current alarm over Trumps tariff threats overlooks a key point: global markets are resilient and adaptable.
Wed Feb 05 2025