Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial
The Chinese and Hong Kong governments say the national security laws were necessary to restore order after mass pro-democracy protests.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Governments are pushing teen social media bans - but behind the scenes is a messy fight over science
Does reducing social media improve teen mental health?
Sun Nov 10 2024
Trump warns, if elected, he'll impose tariffs on Mexico, China over fentanyl
Trump says he will punish Mexico and China with tariffs unless both governments moved to stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States.
Tue Nov 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] Data centre expansion in Malaysia: Bridging the gap between investment and job creation
The economic impact of data centre expansion cannot be ignored, and governments are working hard to capitalise on this growing trend.
Wed Oct 30 2024
The big question on AI in education
Are educators, societies and governments prepared to accept and address the changes brought on by the arrival of AI in education?
Sat Oct 26 2024
BHP trying to avoid responsibility over Brazilian dam collapse, UK court told
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the 2015 collapse of the Mariana dam in southeastern Brazil.
Mon Oct 21 2024
BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments, and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the collapse of the dam.
Mon Oct 21 2024
King presented with financial statements of federal and state governments
The 2025 Budget is scheduled to be tabled in the Dewan Rakyat on Oct 18.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Governments want babies, but people want choices
More people are choosing not to have children, sparking big debates and changing how we view family and society.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Consider This: MyOBI 2024 - How State Budgets Measure Up
Are you aware of how your state's budget is being managed? As a citizen, you have the right to be informed about how your money is spent, and to demand stronger oversight by independent institutions. The Malaysian Open Budget Index, MyOBI, which is an initiative driven by the think tank IDEAS Malaysia, aims to shine a light on how transparent and accountable our state governments are with their budget processes. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Alissa Rode, Senior Manager of Research at IDEAS Malaysia and lead researcher for Malaysia in the Open Budget Survey, and Michelle Ng, Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly for Subang Jaya and member of the Selangor State Public Accounts Committee.
Fri Aug 02 2024
Dozens of filings flood ICC's Israel-Hamas case, causing delays
More than 60 governments and other parties will be allowed to file arguments to the International Criminal Court.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Govts must enhance policy, infrastructure for renewable energy integration in ASEAN - Rafizi
Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli said governments must adopt a holistic approach to policy and infrastructure to bolster renewable energy (RE) supply and ensure sustainable development.
Tue Jun 25 2024
[COLUMNIST] The strategic significance of the LVGT
The LVGT is a component of the governments macro-economic strategy and not merely an attempt to increase tax revenue.
Wed Mar 13 2024
AI has both threats and opportunities - British Economist
Governments around the world should be responsible for the pace of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies.
Thu Feb 01 2024
Borderless haze threatens Southeast Asia
Governments, civil society and the international community need to work fast to combat the threat of smoke haze in Southeast Asia.
Sat Jan 13 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