Indonesian president's son among 'strongest VP candidates' for Prabowo - party official
The world's third-biggest democracy is set to vote in simultaneous presidential and legislative elections on February 14 next year.
Tue Oct 17 2023
Indonesia court rejects moves to change eligibility rules for president, VP candidates
The world's third-biggest democracy is set to vote in simultaneous presidential and legislative elections on Feb. 14 next year.
Mon Oct 16 2023
French election: Macron loses absolute majority in parliament in 'democratic shock'
A major setback that could throw the country into political paralysis unless Macron is able to negotiate alliances with other parties.
Mon Jun 20 2022
Polls open in Qatar's first legislative elections
Qataris began voting today in the Gulf Arab state's first legislative elections for two-thirds of the advisory Shura Council.
Sat Oct 02 2021
Arrested Hong Kong activists trying to 'overthrow' govt, security official says
The mass arrests were linked to an unprecedented, independently organised vote last July to select opposition candidates for a since-postponed legislative election.
Wed Jan 06 2021
Egypt's first parliament since 2012 sworn in
Egypt's new parliament convened on Sunday, in its first session in three years, after a legislative election dominated by pro-government candidates in the absence of any opposition.
Mon Jan 11 2016
Egypt's PM, government resigns: presidency
The announcement comes as Egypt is set to hold long-delayed legislative elections in phases from October 17 to December 2.
Sat Sep 12 2015
Final results confirm Indonesia opposition topped polls
Indonesia's main opposition won most votes at last month's legislative elections but did worse than expected.
Sat May 10 2014
Islamic parties bounce back in Muslim-majority Indonesia
Indonesia's Muslim parties enjoyed a surprise jump in support at legislative elections, but analysts put it more down to anger with a corrupt ruling party.
Sun Apr 13 2014
Polls open in Indonesian legislative elections
Indonesians head to the polls on Wednesday to elect representatives in national and local parliaments.
Wed Apr 09 2014
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