First VP of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva a major contributor to the country's development
For 16 years, Aliyeva has honourably carried out the responsibilities of being a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador.
Thu Sep 03 2020
TV Anchor James Chau: On Getting Mandela, Moon or Mugabe to Tell Their Story
Journalist and presenter James Chau has more to offer than just being another face on TV. The UN Goodwill Ambassador imparts his knowledge in journalism and activism.
Wed Jun 27 2018
'Feminism is not a stick with which to beat other women': Emma Watson tells off critics
The young British actress and graduate of Brown University was appointed a United Nations women's goodwill ambassador in July 2014, and served as an advocate for HeForShe.
Mon Mar 06 2017
Maria Sharapova to return as UN goodwill ambassador
Maria Sharapova will once again be a UN goodwill ambassador when her doping ban expires in April and she returns to international tennis competition, a UN statement said.
Fri Nov 11 2016
Anne Hathaway to help UN shine spotlight on working mothers
The Oscar winner has been named a goodwill ambassador for UN Women to help highlight on the unequal burden shouldered by working mothers.
Thu Jun 16 2016
Najib congratulates Michelle Yeoh on appointment as UNDP Goodwill Ambassador
Yeoh will focus on raising awareness and mobilising support for the recently launched Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Fri Mar 18 2016
United Nations suspends Maria Sharapova as goodwill ambassador
The United Nations has suspended Russian tennis star Maria Sharapova as a goodwill ambassador after she failed a drug test at the Australian Open.
Tue Mar 15 2016
Cage renews appointment as goodwill ambassador
Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage calls for greater attention to human trafficking.
Wed Nov 06 2013
Haiti names Maria Bello as goodwill ambassador for women
Haiti's President Michel Martelly honoured US actress Maria Bello for her advocacy work on behalf of the Caribbean country's women.
Wed Oct 24 2012
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