
G25 statement on key legislative reforms: Strengthening parliamentary independence and media freedom
G25 urges MPs, civil society, and public to support efforts to strengthen legislation and safeguard Malaysia's democracy and media freedom.
Fri Feb 28 2025

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
The US State Department's Taiwan page last week removed a previous reference to not supporting Taiwan's independence.
Tue Feb 18 2025

US says website update routine, after removal of reference to Taiwan independence
As is routine, the fact sheet was updated to inform the general public about our unofficial relationship with Taiwan, says a spokesperson.
Mon Feb 17 2025

Breaking silence on possible drills, China says will not be soft on Taiwan independence activities
China asserts it decides on drills, vowing the military "won't be absent" in fighting separatist forces.
Fri Dec 13 2024

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
Xi Jinping urges Joe Biden to toughen the language the United States uses when discussing its position on Taiwanese independence.
Sat Nov 02 2024

China's Xi pressed Biden to alter language on Taiwan, sources say
China wants the US to say "we oppose Taiwan independence" instead of the current stance that the US "does not support" it.
Tue Oct 29 2024

China starts new round of war games near Taiwan, offers no end date
The drill serves as a stern warning to the separatist acts of Taiwan independence forces, says Chinese military.
Mon Oct 14 2024

The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang
The Esplanade is known for key moments like the lowering of the British flag and the declaration of independence on August 31, 1957.
Sat Aug 31 2024

National Day: Restaurant owner offers cassava-based dishes for free to customers for a week
Malaysians are resorting to various ways to express their patriotism ahead of the 67th Independence Day celebration tomorrow.
Fri Aug 30 2024

Chinese robot 'guide dog' aims to improve independence for visually impaired
The robot dog navigates using cameras and sensors, recognising traffic lights, unlike traditional guide dogs.
Sun Jul 07 2024

Taiwan tells its citizens to avoid unnecessary travel to China
Beijing threatened to execute those deemed "diehard" Taiwan independence supporters.
Thu Jun 27 2024

India's Modi eyes biggest win yet when votes counted in giant election
Narendra Modi is seeking to be only the second PM after India's independence leader Jawaharlal Nehru to win three straight terms.
Tue Jun 04 2024

Singapore to inaugurate new PM as Lee makes way after 20 years in charge
Singapore will inaugurate Lawrence Wong on Wednesday as its new prime minister and fourth leader since independence six decades ago.
Wed May 15 2024

Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift
Fumio Kishida referred to work the US National Park Service is undertaking to spruce up the Tidal Basin, an area of parkland in Washington.
Fri Apr 12 2024

China will never allow Taiwan to be separated from motherland: FM
Wang Yi warned those who still connive at and support "Taiwan independence" are challenging China's sovereignty.
Thu Mar 07 2024

Sabah has allocated over RM75 million for education aid initiatives - Hajiji
Sabah has allocated RM75.5 million this year to implement 13 education aid initiatives for students, schools, parent-teacher associations, as well as Sabah student associations
Thu Mar 13 2025
Israel and US power in Syrian Faction
The collapse of the Assad regime could potentially trigger a sectarian conflict between the Shiites and the Sunni majority in the region, drawing in Iran. Israeli commanders view this as potentially beneficial for Israel and its Western allies. According to one individual’s perspective, such a scenario could divert Iran’s focus and significantly delay its nuclear activities. Furthermore, some senior Israeli intelligence analysts believe that this development could even contribute to the eventual downfall of the current Iranian government.
Thu Mar 13 2025
The Philippines' former leader Rodrigo Duterte has been served an Interpol arrest warrant on his arrival from Hong Kong at Manila's main airport and is in custody, the office of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said in a statement
The ICC took aim on the Philippine's War on Drugs, carried out by Duterte until his term ended in 2022. He advocated a full-scale fight against drug addiction, as well as against drug dealers.
The campaign was criticised by human rights monitors saying the government carried out extrajudicial killings.
Over 6,000 people involved in the drug trade were reportedly killed during the years-long operation.
The campaign was criticised by human rights monitors saying the government carried out extrajudicial killings.
Over 6,000 people involved in the drug trade were reportedly killed during the years-long operation.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Ismail Sabri will continue providing statement tomorrow - Azam
MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has confirmed that former PM Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will return tomorrow morning to continue providing his statement
Thu Mar 13 2025

PM Anwar wants faster implementation of rural infrastructure projects
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today directed the Rural and Regional Development Ministry (KKDW) to expedite basic infrastructure projects that are crucial for the well-being of the people.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say
Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with the US, sources say
Thu Mar 13 2025

Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes
Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs"
Thu Mar 13 2025

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury
Malaysia's men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has withdrawn from next week's Swiss Open due to a recurring right ankle injury.
Thu Mar 13 2025