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
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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