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Why has ethnic violence escalated in India's Manipur state again?

Why has ethnic violence escalated in India's Manipur state again?

The state of 3.2 million people, which borders Myanmar, has been hit by a fresh spate of violence over the last week.
Wed Nov 20 2024
TV chef Jamie Oliver withdraws book after 'insensitive' depiction of Indigenous Australians

TV chef Jamie Oliver withdraws book after 'insensitive' depiction of Indigenous Australians

Australia's Indigenous people continue to face misrepresentation and cultural appropriation in mainstream media, says Sue-Anne Hunter.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Trump, Putin speak as Biden plans to lobby Trump to stick with Ukraine

Trump, Putin speak as Biden plans to lobby Trump to stick with Ukraine

Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and advised him not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source says.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Anwar hopes Arab-Islamic Summit will reach consensus to resolve Gaza crisis

Anwar hopes Arab-Islamic Summit will reach consensus to resolve Gaza crisis

Anwar will join the Arab-Islamic Summit, where leaders are expected to address escalating violence in Gaza and the broader Middle East.
Sun Nov 10 2024
Dozens of North Koreans defectors caught by secret police 'vanish', says rights group

Dozens of North Koreans defectors caught by secret police 'vanish', says rights group

TJWG's report reveals enforced disappearance patterns based on interviews with 62 North Korean escapees now living in South Korea.
Fri Nov 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Zionist aggression: Some additional possible scenarios of a multi-front war

[COLUMNIST] Zionist aggression: Some additional possible scenarios of a multi-front war

The greater or more prolonged the escalation, the higher the possibility of a multi-front symmetrical war.
Mon Oct 28 2024
China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis

China unveils first diagnosis guidelines to battle escalating obesity crisis

Obesity has become a major public health issue in China, ranking as the sixth leading risk factor for death and disability in the country.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Hezbollah says it will escalate war with Israel after Hamas leader killed

Hezbollah says it will escalate war with Israel after Hamas leader killed

Yahya Sinwar was killed during an operation by Israeli soldiers in the Palestinian enclave on Wednesday.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Singapore fighter jets escort Air India flight after bomb threat

Singapore fighter jets escort Air India flight after bomb threat

Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said Singapore's ground based air defence systems and explosive disposal team were also activated.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Two followers of Tuhan Harun escape death, get 40 years imprisonment for murdering Jaip officer

Two followers of "Tuhan Harun" escape death, get 40 years imprisonment for murdering Jaip officer

The Court granted the review application by Sumustapha Suradi and Shamsinar Abdul Halim, replacing the death penalty with imprisonment.
Thu Oct 10 2024
North Korea Army says to completely cut road and rail links to South Korea

North Korea Army says to completely cut road and rail links to South Korea

The announcement heralds a further escalation in activity close to the demarcation line separating the two Koreas.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Middle East conflict escalating rapidly - there’s no telling where it will end

Middle East conflict escalating rapidly - there’s no telling where it will end

Now, more than ever, its vital to be informed about the important issues affecting global stability.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 2) - Is Regional War Imminent?

Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 2) - Is Regional War Imminent?

The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Muath Seyam, Senior Fellow at the Asia Middle East Centre for Research and Dialogue.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 1) - Is Regional War Imminent?

Consider This: Middle East Crisis (Part 1) - Is Regional War Imminent?

The Israeli military has continued to carry out air raids across Lebanon, while also intensifying its strikes across Gaza over the past 48 hours. This after Iran launched a missile attack at Israel in response to Israeli assassinations of top Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. Amid the soaring violence and escalating tensions, how close are we to a regional war in the middle east? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Ferooze Ali, Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law and International Relations at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin in Terengganu.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Lebanon is in immediate need of a ceasefire, caretaker PM says

Lebanon is in immediate need of a ceasefire, caretaker PM says

Mikati said a diplomatic end to the escalating war would be a "win-win" for Israel and Lebanon and "all parties" would respect such a deal.
Thu Oct 03 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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 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

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