Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Airlines scramble to divert flights after Iran missile attack
Snapshot of traffic in the region showed flights spreading in wide arcs to the north and south, with many converging on Cairo and Istanbul.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Thousands march in Istanbul to protest the killing of Hamas leader Haniyeh
Ismail Haniyeh's assassination sparked threats of revenge on Israel and fears of the Gaza conflict escalating into a wider Middle East war.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Cargo plane makes emergency landing at Istanbul airport, crew safe
A Boeing 763 freighter made an emergency landing at Istanbul Airport after its landing gear did not extend.
Wed May 08 2024
Batik Air to suspend operations to Istanbul effective May 1
According to Batik Air this decision comes in response to recent situation in Middle East, leading to the operational restrictions.
Fri Apr 19 2024
20 Malaysians join aid flotilla to Gaza
Farwina Faroque said the mission involving selected M'sians is focused on breaking the naval blockade on Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid.
Thu Apr 18 2024
20 Malaysians to join Freedom Flotilla Coalition mission to Gaza
Dr Kamal Nashruddin Mustapha said the twenty participants consisted of media practitioners, doctors and humanitarian activists.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Istanbul nightclub fire kills 29 during renovation
President Joe Biden met with Muslim leaders before having a small dinner with senior Muslim officials in his administration.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Therapy dogs comfort passengers at Istanbul Airport
The airport has been running the program to help reduce stress and anxiety amongst passengers passing through its terminals.
Sat Mar 23 2024
Turkey detains 29 people with suspected Islamic State ties planning attacks, says minister
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said the suspects captured were planning to attack churches and synagogues in Istanbul.
Fri Dec 29 2023
World Cities Day 2023: Financing sustainable urban future for all
The World Cities Day 2023 aims to raise awareness of the need to make cities more sustainable, accessible, and liveable.
Tue Oct 31 2023
INSIGHT - Turkey earthquake: Why reconstruction could miss Erdogan's goal
President Tayyip Erdogan promised would replace hundreds of thousands of homes ruined by modern Turkey's deadliest earthquake in February.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Malaysia Airports record over 11 million passenger movements in August 2023
Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd said Malaysia accounted for more than 66 per cent or 7.4 million of the total 11.2 million passengers.
Tue Oct 03 2023
At least 1.7 million people attend mass Istanbul rally, Turkish president says
With less than a week left for presidential and parliamentary elections in Turkiye, Erdogan held a mass rally in Istanbul on Sunday with at least 1.7 million people attending.
Mon May 08 2023
Turkish Airlines to add weekly flights on Istanbul-KL route by August
Turkish Airlines is set to expand its operations in Malaysia, with increased frequency between KL to Istanbul to 14 flights a week by middle of August this year.
Thu Mar 16 2023
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
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024