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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024