
Lawyer argues case over use of Mandarin, Tamil in vernacular schools
The national language is one of the primary and important ways to achieve unity among ethnic groups, Lawyer Muhammad Haniff Khatri said.
Wed Jul 05 2023

'Death zone' queues feared on Everest as Nepal grants record climbing permits
The challenges with more climbers on the mountain will be potential traffic jams on the climbing route, Garrett Madison said.
Fri Apr 28 2023

Revenues from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to reach US$17 billion
Profits from the World Cup in Qatar are expected to reach around US$17 billion, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 CEO Nasser Al Khater said.
Fri Sep 30 2022

Nov 28 for verdict in MAIS, Selangor govt's appeals to reinstate woman's conversion to Islam
Mohamed Haniff representing MAIS argued that the High Court erred in allowing the woman's declaratory application.
Tue Sep 13 2022

World Cup fans to get Saudi visas as Gulf neighbours cash in
The Saudi visas will be in effect 10 days before the start of the World Cup and will be valid for 60 days.
Sat Aug 27 2022

Mecca businesses see hajj boom ending pandemic slump
Business owners are hoping for a quick recovery as hundreds of thousands of worshippers flock to the region this week.
Sat Jul 09 2022

Israel says it will test bullet that killed reporter, Palestinians disagree
Akram al-Khatib, general prosecutor for the Palestinian Authority, said the test would take place at the US Embassy in Jerusalem.
Mon Jul 04 2022

Israeli soldier deliberately shot Al Jazeera reporter, Palestinian official says
Israel angrily denied the accusation and said it was continuing its own investigations into the death of Abu Akleh.
Fri May 27 2022

Lawyer Mohamed Haniff's suit against Bersatu to go full trial in 2024
A summary judgment is where a court decides a case without hearing the testimony of witnesses.
Tue May 24 2022

Over 5,000 youths join 'Rakan Muda Ramadan' programme
Over 5,000 youths participated in the Rakan Muda Ramadan programme, involving 'tadarus' and 'Khatam Quran', which was implemented in 116 districts nationwide.
Sun Apr 24 2022

King, Queen attend khatam Al-Quran event, tahlil recital
His Majesty today attended a 'khatam Quran' and tahlil recital for Almarhum Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Al-Musta'in Billah at the Sultan Ahmad Shah Al-Haj Mosque in Pekan today.
Tue Apr 19 2022

Caretaker PM ensures govt administration functions as normal - Law experts
The role of Muhyiddin as caretaker prime minister is to ensure that the country's administration is not disrupted and can function as normal until a new prime minister is appointed.
Mon Aug 16 2021

Azizulhasni completed reciting the al-Quran two days before winning silver in Tokyo
Azizulhasni Awang said he finished reciting the Quran two days before creating history by winning silver for the country at the Tokyo Olympics recently.
Fri Aug 13 2021

At least 27 dead in fire at Baghdad hospital for COVID patients
At least 27 people were killed and 44 injured in a fire on Saturday at a hospital in southeastern Baghdad.
Sun Apr 25 2021

Eddin Syazlee apologises for falling asleep at huffaz graduation ceremony
The Kuala Pilah MP has apologised for falling asleep during a khatam and huffaz graduation ceremony for students of Sekolah Menengah Agama Sains Kuala Pilah yesterday.
Sun Apr 11 2021

G7 finance leaders try to downplay tariff disputes, find consensus
G7 leaders seek unity on trade and Ukraine while facing divisions over tariffs Russia sanctions and China's economic practices.
Thu May 22 2025

EU launches probe into alleged dumping of tyres from China
The EU currently has anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures on imports of tyres for buses and lorries from China.
Thu May 22 2025

China says US trade talks important but multilateralism key to solution
China says US trade talks help but stresses multilateralism is key to resolving global trade tensions amid recent tariff disputes.
Thu May 22 2025

Importers race to turn US warehouses into tariff-free zones
US firms rush to bonded warehouses to delay China tariffs, but rising costs and policy uncertainty make long-term bets risky.
Thu May 22 2025

Donald Trump Jr says on running for president: 'that calling is there'
Don Jr hints at a future run, influences GOP politics, and faces scrutiny over Trump family business ties in the Gulf region.
Wed May 21 2025

US states mount court challenge to Trump's tariffs
States sue Trump over tariffs, citing abuse of emergency powers as legal and economic concerns grow.
Wed May 21 2025

UK suspends trade talks with Israel over new Gaza offensive
UK halts trade talks with Israel over Gaza offensive, condemns aid blockade and settler violence, warns of further action if war continues.
Wed May 21 2025

EU to review agreement with Israel over Gaza concerns, Kallas says
EU to review Israel ties over Gaza crisis and rights concerns as most members back move while Israel rejects criticism and defends actions.
Wed May 21 2025

Ringgit ends higher against greenback on concerns over US fiscal health
Ringgit strengthens as US dollar weakens due to Moodys downgrade, US fiscal risks, and capital shifts toward Asia ahead of G7 talks.
Wed May 21 2025

IMF's Gopinath urges US to curb fiscal deficit, FT reports
US faces trade uncertainty, growth concerns, and rising debt as Trump eyes more tax cuts amid IMF and Moody's economic warnings.
Wed May 21 2025