As news of US flights back to Haiti spreads, migrants fret about where to go
The US Department of Homeland Security said it was addressing an influx of migrants, in part by accelerating expulsion flights.
Sun Sep 19 2021
In surprise move, Trump administration reverses course on barring many foreign students
The Trump administration on Tuesday abandoned a plan that would have forced out tens of thousands of foreign students following widespread condemnation of the move.
Wed Jul 15 2020
Trump orders stepped up 'extreme vetting' after New York attack
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Twitter he had ordered the Department of Homeland Security to step up its "extreme vetting program" following a vehicle attack in New York.
Wed Nov 01 2017
Saudi Arabian Airlines expects U.S. laptop ban to be lifted by July 19 - SPA
The airline is working with the country's civil aviation authority, GACA, to implement new security measures for U.S.-bound flights announced by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security last week.
Tue Jul 04 2017
Cyber firms warn of malware that could cause power outages
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said it was investigating the malware, though it had seen no evidence to suggest it has infected U.S. critical infrastructure.
Tue Jun 13 2017
U.S., Britain curb electronics on flights from Middle East, North Africa
Passengers travelling from a specific list of airports could not bring into the main cabin devices larger than a mobile phone such as tablets, portable DVD players, laptops and cameras.
Wed Mar 22 2017
Trump administration considering separating women, children at Mexico border
Women and children crossing together illegally into the United States could be separated by U.S. authorities under a proposal being considered by the Department of Homeland Security.
Sat Mar 04 2017
Trump administration has found only $20 mln in existing funds for wall: document
The rapid start of construction, promised in an executive order issued in January on border security, was to be financed with "existing funds and resources" of the Department of Homeland Security.
Thu Mar 02 2017
US travel ban: Not applicable to permanent residents, dual citizens, diplomatic / NATO / UN visas
This was particularly so after a federal judge brushed aside the executive order and lifted the ban on travellers from the seven banned countries with valid entry visas into the US.
Sun Feb 05 2017
Trump administration to allow 872 refugees into U.S. this week: document
A Homeland Security official confirmed the waivers, noting that the refugees were considered "in transit" and had already been cleared for resettlement before the ban took effect.
Tue Jan 31 2017
After outcry, US loosens curb on re-entry by green card holders
The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees customs, border and immigration agencies, struggled to interpret and implement the order over the weekend.
Mon Jan 30 2017
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
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 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
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 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
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
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024