Malaysian man to be publicly caned at mosque for Islamic crime of close proximity
This punishment involves caning, but what makes it unusual this time is the judge's decision for it to be conducted publicly.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Sons of Frenchman who organised mass rape of their mother ask for tough sentences
David Pelicot says, he and other family members had destroyed photos to make sure they kept no trace of his father.
Wed Nov 20 2024
ANALYSIS - How 1,000 days of conflict fuelled robot wars between Russia and Ukraine
Both Ukraine and Russia are on track to make around 1.5 million drones this year, mostly small "first-person view" vehicles.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Born into war, Ukraine toddlers adjust as conflict nears 1,000 days
He was just three days old, Liudmyla Rodchenko remembers having to collect hot water from troops at checkpoints to make baby formula.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Taiwan closes exploding pagers case, says not made by Taiwanese firms
Security sources previously said the pagers bore the name of Taiwan-based Gold Apollo, a company that claims it did not make them.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Trump seeks fast appointments; Elon Musk makes endorsement for Senate leadership
Republicans are expected to hold at least 52 seats in the 100-member Senate after capturing three previously held by Democrats.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Qantas plane engine failure sparks fire at Sydney Airport
Qantas has confirmed that a flight was forced to make an emergency landing at Sydney Airport after experiencing engine failure that sparked a fire next to a runway on Friday, reported Xinhua.
Fri Nov 08 2024
ANALYSIS - Biden plans final Mideast peace push but will leaders ignore him?
The Biden administration will make a final push for elusive deals to end the wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
Fri Nov 08 2024
'Toilet Girl' Marissa Wong makes waves on TikTok
Marissa Wong chooses an unusual subject for her reviews: public toilets across Malaysia.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Targeted subsidy for RON95 petrol necessary to address leakage
Non-citizens, the commercial sector, and smuggling activities make up around 40 pct of total petrol consumption, current data shows.
Tue Nov 05 2024
AG wants donation drive for his retirement gift to stop
The matter went viral on social media platforms after the AGC personnel were allegedly asked to make monetary contributions.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Trump and Harris make final pitch in Pennsylvania on eve of historic vote
The state offers the largest share of votes in the Electoral College of any of the seven battleground states expected to determine the outcome.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Pressure on Israel: I have taken steps beyond willingness of other countries - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said when it comes to Israel, the govt cannot make rhetorical decisions merely to attract public attention.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Firecracker ban defiance makes New Delhi the world's most polluted city
Local government officials have banned use of firecrackers during Diwali and the winter over the last few years.
Sat Nov 02 2024
Blinken says it is imperative to reach diplomatic resolution in Lebanon
Israel says its aim in Lebanon is to make it safe for thousands of Israelis to return to homes they fled under fire from Hezbollah.
Sat Oct 26 2024
TikTok becoming app of choice for criminals promoting investment scams - Police
Many users continue to be tricked and scammed even though police have repeatedly issued warnings about scams proliferating on social media.
Wed Nov 27 2024
MOE’s mental health screening identifies students with emotional challenges
Deputy Minister of Education says, those identified with severe emotional issues undergo screening twice a year.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect Wednesday
Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near its border with Israel to ensure that Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure there.
Wed Nov 27 2024
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat
Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?
Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024