N. Korea's Kim Jong Un calls ICBM test a 'clear signal' to the US
North Korea's test of a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) should serve as a warning to the United States and its allies, ruler Kim Jong Un said.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Russia's war in Ukraine drags into second year with no end in sight
Further ratcheting up tensions, Putin announces plans to deploy new Sarmat multi-warhead intercontinental ballistic missiles this year.
Fri Feb 24 2023
North Korea says latest missile test against US, South Korean military 'threats'
North Korea said it conducted a "surprise" drill of an intercontinental ballistic missile amid military threats from the United States and South Korea.
Sun Feb 19 2023
N.Korea caps month of tests with longest-range missile since 2017
The launch takes North Korea a step closer to fully scrapping a self-imposed moratorium on testing its longest-range intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Sun Jan 30 2022
North Korea unveils 'monster' new intercontinental ballistic missile at parade
North Korea unveiled previously unseen intercontinental ballistic missiles at an unprecedented predawn military parade on Saturday that showcased the country's long-range weapons.
Sun Oct 11 2020
U.S. warns North Korean leadership will be 'utterly destroyed' in case of war
The United States warned North Korea's leadership it would be "utterly destroyed" if war were to break out, after Pyongyang test fired its most advanced intercontinental ballistic missile.
Thu Nov 30 2017
North Korea fires ICBM, splashes in Sea of Japan: Pentagon
North Korea fired what the U.S. Pentagon said appeared to be an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that landed close to Japan on Wednesday
Tue Nov 28 2017
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 Kim Jong Un fetes nuclear scientists, holds celebration bash
KCNA did not specify when the banquet had been held, but analysts said it had likely been on Saturday.
Sun Sep 10 2017
Philippines' Duterte calls North Korea's Kim a 'fool' over nuclear ambitions
North Korea said Saturday's test of an intercontinental ballistic missile showed it may be able to reach most of the country.
Wed Aug 02 2017
North Korea can hit most of United States - US officials
The assessment, which the officials discussed on condition of anonymity, underscored the growing threat posed by Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
Tue Aug 01 2017
U.S. flies bombers over Korean peninsula after North Korea missile test
The B-1B flight, conducted on Saturday, was in direct response to the missile test and the previous July 3 launch of the "Hwansong-14" rocket, the U.S. statement said.
Sun Jul 30 2017
Singapore condemns North Korea's latest ballistic missile test
The launch and its previous missile launches "have raised tensions in the region and further jeopardised the peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula."
Sun Jul 30 2017
North Korea tests another ICBM, claims all of U.S. in strike range
North Korea's state television broadcast pictures of the launch, showing the missile lifting off in a fiery blast in darkness and Kim cheering with military aides.
Sat Jul 29 2017
Australia urges China to do more on North Korea threat
North Korea, which has warned Australia could be the target of a strike, test-launched its first intercontinental ballistic missile earlier this month.
Thu Jul 27 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