China launches projects to build 'new-era' marriage, childbearing culture
The projects focus on promoting marrying, having children at appropriate ages, encouraging parents to share child-rearing responsibilities, and curbing high "bride prices".
Mon May 15 2023
Malaysian woman making waves with nasi lemak in Amsterdam
Solehan, who moved to Rumpt after marrying a citizen of Netherlands, initially cooked nasi lemak as a hobby for friends.
Sun Jul 25 2021
Meghan says Kate, Prince William's wife, made her cry before wedding to Harry
Meghan said she had been naive before her wedding and did not realise what she was marrying into when she joined the British royal family.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Action taken against four Kelantan cops for marrying without permission
Four police personnel from the Kelantan police contingent have been subjected to disciplinary action this year for tying the knot without obtaining permission from their superiors.
Fri Dec 11 2020
USNO manifesto promises RM1,000 gift for first marriage
Sabahans marrying for the first time will receive a RM1,000 wedding gift if the United Sabah National Organisation (USNO) wins the 16th Sabah state election on Sept 26.
Wed Sep 16 2020
For Muslims looking to date, the Trump era sparks interest in matchmaking services
Some Muslims, who might have once considered marrying outside their faith, have become increasingly interested in finding a partner who shares their religion due to the political focus on Muslims.
Thu Jul 06 2017
In Jordan, rapists and marrying their victims
Rules like this exist across the Middle East, and women's groups have been working assiduously for decades to get them revoked.
Mon May 01 2017
Ridiculed Indonesian woman marries her Korean 'prince'
In a happy ending story, a ridiculed Indonesian woman proved everyone wrong after marrying the man of her dream, her very own Korean prince.
Wed Apr 26 2017
Rapist marrying victim: Here is Shabudin Yahaya full statement
Following is the full statement issued today by Tasek Gelugor Member of Parliament Datuk Shabudin Yahaya in response to reports of "Rapists asked to marry underage victims".
Sat Apr 08 2017
Rapist marrying victim: Shabudin blames media report
Datuk Shabudin Yahaya said his statement allegedly in support of marriage between a rapist and his victim was taken out of context.
Wed Apr 05 2017
Pakistani mother sentenced to death for burning daughter alive in "honour killing"
A court in Pakistan sentenced a mother to death on Monday for burning her daughter alive as punishment for marrying without the family's consent.
Mon Jan 16 2017
Government will intervene in cases of rapists marrying underage victims
The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry will intervene before any individual charged with rape is given the approval to marry the victim.
Thu Aug 04 2016
Cleric arrested for marrying six-year-old girl
An elderly Afghan cleric has been arrested after he married a six-year-old girl, officials said Friday, in the latest case highlighting the scourge of child marriages in the country.
Fri Jul 29 2016
A mechanism needed for Malaysian couples marrying in Thailand
A mechanism has to be worked out to ensure the marriage is legally valid, Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom says.
Thu Jul 21 2016
Football great Pele marrying for third time at 75
Pele and Aoki met in New York in the 1980s but only started seeing each other in 2010.
Sat Jul 09 2016
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
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