US imposes sanctions targeting North Korea's missile program
Kim said North Korea's latest missile launch is designed to demonstrate the might of its nuclear force and deter any US military moves.
Fri Mar 25 2022
North Korea says tested Hwasong-12 missile, took pictures from space
US and South Korean officials warned Sunday's launch could lead to resumed testing of long-range weapons and nuclear bombs.
Mon Jan 31 2022
N.Korea tests new hypersonic missile as it ramps up weapon systems
The projectile North Korea fired off its east coast was a newly developed hypersonic missile.
Wed Sep 29 2021
North Korea seen moving missiles from development centre - South Korean broadcaster
South Korean and U.S. intelligence officials detected missiles being transported away from North Korea's Missile Research and Development Facility at Sanum-dong in the northern part of Pyongyang.
Sat Sep 30 2017
North Korea's latest launch designed to cause maximum mayhem, minimal blowback
The missile launched early Tuesday appeared to be a Hwasong-12, the intermediate-range ballistic missile that North Korea has been threatening to shoot into the waters near the U.S. territory of Guam.
Tue Aug 29 2017
North Korea fires missile over Japan, sharply escalating tensions
The test, experts said, appeared to have been a recently developed intermediate-range Hwasong-12 missile.
Tue Aug 29 2017
North Korea delays Guam missile firing; U.S. says dialogue up to Kim
The United States and South Korea have prepared for more joint military drills, which has infuriated the North, and experts warned Pyongyang could still go ahead with a provocative plan.
Wed Aug 16 2017
North Korea warns of 'bigger gift package' for US after latest test
Kim Jong Un supervised the test of a new ballistic missile controlled by a precision guidance system and ordered the development of more powerful strategic weapons, KCNA said.
Tue May 30 2017
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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
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
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
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024