Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Over 6,000 cops faced disciplinary action - Ayob Khan
Datuk Seri Ayob Khan says the offences committed included aspects of integrity, crime, corruption, drugs and syariah.
Tue Nov 19 2024
PM’s Brazil visit secures RM6.8 bil in export potential
Key export opportunities include oil and gas services, semiconductors, palm oil, aerospace components, and food and beverages.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Canada to invest RM12.3 mil in Malaysia's CCOE to strengthen cybersecurity partnerships in region
The investment includes training 3,500 cyber defenders from Malaysia and other ASEAN member countries, BlackBerry says.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Google brings AI voice assistant Gemini Live to iPhone
The new Gemini app will include Gemini Live, a voice-based feature that allows users to have natural conversations with the chatbot.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say
The estimate includes some 26,000 people who suffered violent deaths, a higher figure than one currently used by UN for the entire country.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Wildlife Management Plan implemented to address impact of ECRL on biodiversity
Mitigation measures along the ECRL include ecological corridors to ensure safe wildlife movement and reduce habitat fragmentation.
Tue Nov 12 2024
United Nations warily awaits Donald Trump's return to power
Top UN concerns include potential US funding cuts and withdrawal from key global agreements and institutions.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Xi and Modi discuss Ukraine war with Putin as BRICS considers expansion
The final BRICS communique is likely to include reference to proposals from China and Brazil on ending the war.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Fatwa gazetted declaring GISB deviates from true Islamic teachings - MAIS
The ban includes any teachings or practices similar to those associated with GISB.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Any minimum wage increase unlikely to exert significant inflationary pressure - Economist
Key factors in determining the minimum wage include the poverty line income, productivity growth, and the consumer price index.
Thu Oct 17 2024
ASEAN Foreign Ministers' meeting kicks off in Laos ahead of 44th and 45th Summits
Key topics include ASEAN community-building, future strategies, and managing ASEAN's external relations.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Budget 2025: MOHE to focus on IPT infrastructure, AI development
Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir said this focus also includes the development of AI technology in universities and polytechnics.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Saudi Arabia forms global alliance to push for Israeli-Palestinian two-state solution
The alliance includes a number of Arab and Muslim countries and European partners.
Fri Sep 27 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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024