Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, many untreated, study suggests
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says in a statement, the rise documented in the study was alarming.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Sri Lankan president's coalition wins big majority in general election
Anura Kumara gains power to push through his plans to fight poverty and graft in the island nation recovering from a financial meltdown.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN
In Gaza, dismantling UNRWA will collapse the United Nation's humanitarian response, which relies heavily on the agency's infrastructure.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Trump seeks loyal attorney general to back mass deportations, pardons
Donald Trump and his transition team aim to build a Justice Department packed with loyalists after he is sworn in on Jan. 20.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Foreign Ministry advises Malaysians to stay vigilant amid Flores volcanic eruption
The eruption has generated extensive ash clouds, leading to airport closures in the affected areas.
Mon Nov 11 2024
UN draft resolution: M'sia proposes expelling Israel from UN if there is legal violation - PM
PM says the draft resolution is in the negotiation process and is expected to be tabled at the UN General Assembly for approval soon.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as new leader, Israel says he won't last long
Shura Council elected Naim Qassem, in accordance with its established mechanism for choosing a secretary general, says Hezbollah.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Fix the child illiteracy crisis to ensure a sustainable future
Education is a key to putting the world on a pathway that generates more economic activity, equity, and sustainability for all.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Iran's nuclear facilities unaffected by Israeli attack, says IAEA chief
Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi has confirmed that Iran's nuclear facilities were not affected in the latest Israeli attack.
Sun Oct 27 2024
'MADANI' series plate bidding news RM2.62 mil. - JPJ
The bidding for the special vehicle registration number under the "MADANI" series held from Oct 19 to 23 netted a collection of RM2.62 million, said Director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Jho Low regarded Riza Aziz as a close friend, former 1MDB general counsel testifies
Jasmine Loo Ai says Jho Low and Riza Aziz went on a family holiday together, which she also joined.
Fri Oct 25 2024
US warns failure to safeguard Gaza civilians could haunt Israel
Lloyd Austin said that failure by Israel to safeguard civilians in Gaza could create a generational backlash.
Fri Oct 25 2024
A man's world: Japan makes tepid push on gender gap in politics as election nears
Karen Makishima is the only female running for Japan's ruling party in her 20-seat prefecture for the Oct. 27 general election.
Thu Oct 24 2024
UNHCR calls for Indonesia to let in Rohingya stranded at sea off Aceh
Most refugee arrivals happen between November and April, when the seas in the region are generally calmer.
Wed Oct 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
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024