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Trump announces purge of over 1,000 Biden appointees

Trump announces purge of over 1,000 Biden appointees

The step is likely to reignite concerns that the president aims to replace Biden appointees with individuals faithful to his agenda.
Tue Jan 21 2025
UNRWA: Scale of suffering witnessed in Gaza over this past year has shaken faith in human rights

UNRWA: Scale of suffering witnessed in Gaza over this past year has shaken faith in human rights

The rights being denied to the people of Gaza are the same rights meant to protect us all, says UNRWA.
Wed Dec 11 2024
New Zealand offers national apology to people abused in care

New Zealand offers national apology to people abused in care

The report reveals 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care suffered abuse, prompting an official apology.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Pope Francis lands in Singapore; inter-faith dialogue, climate on agenda

Pope Francis lands in Singapore; inter-faith dialogue, climate on agenda

The Aero Dili flight carrying the pope and his entourage arrived in the city-state for a two-night visit.
Wed Sep 11 2024
Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith

In Muslim-majority Malaysia, implementing public health initiatives like PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection required more than just medical planning. It demanded thoughtful consideration, the involvement of religious leaders, and careful communication to align with Islamic principles. As Malaysia integrates PrEP into its primary healthcare system, it’s setting a precedent that could serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Anita Suleiman, President of the College of Public Health Medicine at the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. She’s also the former Director of the Disease Control Division at the Ministry of Health, and has been widely credited as the architect of Malaysia’s PrEP programme.
Thu Aug 15 2024
New Zealand to apologise after enquiry finds 200,000 children and vulnerable adults abused in care

New Zealand to apologise after enquiry finds 200,000 children and vulnerable adults abused in care

The inquiry detailed a litany of abuses in state and faith-based care, including rape, sterilisation and electric shocks.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Sultan Ibrahim pledges to discharge duties faithfully and honestly for country and people

Sultan Ibrahim pledges to discharge duties faithfully and honestly for country and people

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the 17th King of Malaysia, pledged to discharge his duties faithfully, honestly and fairly with full consideration to all segments of the society.
Sat Jul 20 2024
Buddhists celebrate Wesak Day today

Buddhists celebrate Wesak Day today

Wesak Day highlights significance of Buddhist adherents embracing self-assurance in faith and living in accordance with their beliefs.
Wed May 22 2024
The Future Is Female: Faith & Feminism

The Future Is Female: Faith & Feminism

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Susan Carland, a sociologist of religion and the Deputy Director of Research, Impact, and Engagement for the School of Social Sciences at Monash University in Melbourne. She’s the author of ‘Fighting Hislam: Women, Faith, and Sexism’ and has been listed as one of the 500 Most Influential Muslims in the World, and as a 'Muslim Leader of Tomorrow' by the UN Alliance of Civilizations.
Sun Apr 07 2024
Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam: A compelling fusion of cricket, faith and unity

Rajinikanth's Lal Salaam: A compelling fusion of cricket, faith and unity

Saradha Sivalingam said the movie was released across 73 cinemas in Malaysia and has garnered more than RM2 million within four days.
Fri Feb 16 2024
Anwar's first year as PM: Stability in Malaysian politics, faith in democracy restored

Anwar's first year as PM: Stability in Malaysian politics, faith in democracy restored

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim initially faced the daunting task of ensuring stability within the Unity Government, Mujibu Abu Muis said.
Tue Nov 21 2023
Anwar confident new Bank Negara governor can continue sustainable monetary policy

Anwar confident new Bank Negara governor can continue sustainable monetary policy

The PM has placed his full faith in Datuk Shaik Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour to face the current challenges and create a new thrust for Malaysia.
Tue Jun 20 2023
High court rules Tommy Thomas did not charge Najib in bad faith

High court rules Tommy Thomas did not charge Najib in bad faith

Judge Ahmad said the court further opined that the claim should not be filed at all, before the trials of the four cases are completed.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Cops record statements from producer, six actors over controversial 'Mentega Terbang' movie

Cops record statements from producer, six actors over controversial 'Mentega Terbang' movie

The movie has been objected to by Muslims in Malaysia for allegedly containing elements of religious pluralism that can affect their faith.
Wed Mar 15 2023
Respect ban on Muslims participating in rituals of other faiths - Johor Exco

Respect ban on Muslims participating in rituals of other faiths - Johor Exco

The public has been urged to respect the fatwa issued by MAIJ prohibiting Muslims from attending religious rituals of other faiths in the state.
Sat Feb 04 2023
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025