Republican Mike Johnson elected US House speaker, ending leadership vacuum
The 220 to 209 party-line vote elevated Mike Johnson to the powerful role that has been vacant since Kevin McCarthy was ousted on Oct. 3.
Thu Oct 26 2023
Kevin McCarthy ousted by US House Republicans in historic vote
The 216-to-210 vote marked the first time in history that the House removed its leader Kevin McCarthy.
Wed Oct 04 2023
Biden says expects to reach agreement with Republicans on raising debt limit
US President Joe Biden says he is "optimistic" about his talks with Republicans on raising the debt ceiling and will likely meet with congressional leaders on Tuesday, reported Sputnik.
Mon May 15 2023
U.S. Speaker meets Taiwan leader and stresses need to speed up arms deliveries
A China foreign ministry spokesperson quickly denounced the meeting, accusing the U.S. of colluding with separatists seeking "Taiwan independence".
Thu Apr 06 2023
Kevin McCarthy elected US House speaker after historic deadlock
The US House of Representatives elected Congressman Kevin McCarthy as speaker early Saturday morning after a historic deadlock.
Sat Jan 07 2023
U.S. House speaker fight enters fourth day amid antebellum-era dysfunction
This week's 11 failed votes marked the highest number of ballots for the speakership since the late 1850s.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Biden plans to crack down on 'ghost guns' with action on Thursday
Biden will unveil his administration's first steps to curb gun violence, including a plan to reduce the proliferation of "ghost guns".
Thu Apr 08 2021
Republican leaders want a show of unity. Will Trump allow it?
The struggle between the pro-Trump and anti-Trump arms of the Republican Party is a lopsided one.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Trump administration makes new $916 billion offer for COVID-19 aid
Lawmakers enacted $3 trillion in COVID-19 aid earlier this year but have not been able to agree on fresh relief since April.
Wed Dec 09 2020
Trump gains traction on healthcare bill, vote set for Thursday
President Donald Trump's effort to roll back Obamacare gained momentum on Wednesday as Republican leaders scheduled a vote in the House of Representatives on Thursday.
Thu May 04 2017
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
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