Group of 17 Thai hostages released by Hamas arrives in Thailand
A Thai Muslim group that held direct talks with Hamas said their efforts were crucial in securing the early release of Thai hostages.
Thu Nov 30 2023
Zelenskiy seeking 'direct talks' with China's Xi to help end Ukraine war- SCMP
Zelensky urges China to use its outsize political and economic influence over Russia to bring an end to the fighting.
Thu Aug 04 2022
We need direct talks with Russia to end war in eastern Ukraine, Zelenskiy says
Zelenskiy's administration says it has tried to arrange in-person talks between the president and Russian leader Vladimir Putin but that its requests were ignored.
Wed Dec 01 2021
North Korea not ready to meet with South Korea in Russia
Moscow has called on the two countries to use the opportunity to have their own direct talks to try to narrow their differences.
Sun Oct 15 2017
Trump unlikely to invite N. Korea leader for direct talks - US expert
Incoming US President Donald Trump is unlikely to invite North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to the US for direct talks.
Thu Dec 29 2016
Philippines warns imminent talks over China sea row unlikely
The Philippines said direct talks with China over their maritime dispute were unlikely to start anytime soon due to Beijing's refusal to accept an international tribunal ruling on the South China Sea.
Tue Jul 19 2016
Hong Kong democracy protesters march to China office
Hundreds of Hong Kong pro-democracy protesters marched on Sunday to the Chinese government's offices, demanding direct talks with Beijing officials after six weeks of mass street rallies.
Sun Nov 09 2014
Israeli and Palestinian officials resume talks
Israelis and Palestinians resumed direct talks for the first time in three years on Monday, with the United States
Tue Jul 30 2013
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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