Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Soaring temperatures scorch pilgrims on Haj in Saudi Arabia
Temperatures reached 51.8 degrees Celsius (125.2 Fahrenheit) in the shade of the Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Tue Jun 18 2024
TH announces 3.1% profit distribution for 2023
The profit for 2023 was announced based on the audited financial statements and after taking into account the impairment in the value of investment properties in Saudi Arabia and the UK.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Soccer - Rooney rejected offer in Saudi Arabia before taking Birmingham job
Wayne Rooney was appointed Birmingham City manager with the club lying sixth in the second-tier Championship.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Anwar arrives in Saudi Arabia for three-day official visit
Anwar is also scheduled to have an audience with the King of Saudi Arabia, King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed Salman.
Wed Mar 22 2023
Ronaldo joins Al Nassr: Superstar striker inspired by Saudi club's vision
Cristiano Ronaldo is looking forward to a new experience in Saudi Arabia as he hailed Al Nassr's "inspiring" vision.
Sat Dec 31 2022
All 63 Malaysian umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia brought home
All 63 Malaysian Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia since last June have been brought home safely, with the last group of 23 pilgrims safely arriving at KLIA today.
Sat Nov 12 2022
36 of 63 umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia arrive home today
Malaysian citizens travelling abroad are advised to always abide by and respect the laws of the host country to avoid getting into trouble.
Fri Nov 04 2022
63 Malaysians stranded in Saudi Arabia expected home next week
The 63 Malaysian umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia since June may be brought home next week, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah.
Sat Oct 29 2022
Malaysia secures close to RM34 bln investments from Saudi Arabia's Ajlan Bros
Ajlan Bros is one of the top real estate conglomerates in Saudi Arabia, specialising in residential, industrial, commercial and warehousing space.
Mon Aug 29 2022
No cases of monkeypox among Malaysian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia - Khairy
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin confirmed that so far no Malaysian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia have been infected with monkeypox.
Fri Jul 15 2022
Earlier than usual season for 'Rotab' dates coincides with haj of 1443H
For the first time in 20 years, the harvest season for the 'Rotab' dates in Saudi Arabia has arrived earlier than July.
Fri Jun 24 2022
Wisma Putra confirms bus accident involving 15 Malaysian citizens in Saudi Arabia
The Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra) confirmed an accident involving a workers' bus carrying 15 Malaysians that skidded in Muzdalifah, Saudi Arabia, on Thursday.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Saudi Arabia welcomes first foreign hajj pilgrims since pandemic
The first batch of Hajj pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, for the first time since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sun Jun 05 2022
Saudi Arabia is turning up the volume on music
Until a few years ago, music was viewed in a rather negative light in Saudi Arabia.
Sat Jun 04 2022
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
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