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PM to deliver special address in conjunction with National Day celebrations

PM to deliver special address in conjunction with National Day celebrations

The special address will be broadcast live through local media stations as well as through the prime minister's official Facebook.
Fri Aug 30 2024
[OPINION] Building momentum towards inclusivity, equity, and rights for Malaysia’s women and girls

[OPINION] Building momentum towards inclusivity, equity, and rights for Malaysia’s women and girls

UNFPA Malaysia celebrates the nations progress with respect to the protection and wellbeing of its people, especially its women.
Fri Aug 30 2024
DBKL cancels National Day celebrations scheduled on Aug 30

DBKL cancels National Day celebrations scheduled on Aug 30

The cancellation was out of respect for the victim and a number of incidents that happened around Kuala Lumpur recently, said DBKL.
Thu Aug 29 2024
[COLUMNIST] Remembering Tunku

[COLUMNIST] Remembering Tunku

As we celebrate Merdeka this week, Datin Kalsom Taib shares her admiration of Tunku Abdul Rahman, and her family's favourite Tunku recipe.
Thu Aug 31 2023
Merdeka countdown celebrated with prayers amid new norms

Merdeka countdown celebrated with prayers amid new norms

This year, states that were holding Merdeka Day countdowns organised online programmes with an emphasis on prayers following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Aug 31 2021
Pandemic-free: Onus On 'The Malaysian Family'

Pandemic-free: Onus On 'The Malaysian Family'

This article is specially written in conjunction with Merdeka Day which is celebrated every year on Aug 31.
Mon Aug 30 2021
Agong's call for a Merdeka Team is a Merdeka Day gift to Malaysians if only our politicians  listen!

Agong's call for a Merdeka Team is a Merdeka Day gift to Malaysians if only our politicians listen!

Agong expressly stated that he and his brother Rulers wanted to see a new political administration model that promoted politics of unity, not division.
Fri Aug 20 2021
Agong grants early pardon to 13 convicts on Merdeka Day

Agong grants early pardon to 13 convicts on Merdeka Day

Ahmad Fadil said the early pardon was due to their good behaviour while in prison and meant for the 13 to return the society, turn over a new leaf and live a normal life.
Mon Aug 31 2020
King's royal address focus of National Day celebration - Saifuddin

King's royal address focus of National Day celebration - Saifuddin

The second time in the history of Merdeka Day celebrations that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong will be delivering a Royal Address.
Sat Aug 29 2020
Malaysia, Let's Do This The Baharu Way!

Malaysia, Let's Do This The Baharu Way!

On this 61st Merdeka Day, civil movement leader Datuk Ambiga Sreenevasan tells the powers to be to throw out the old ways and do things the BAHARU way.
Thu Aug 30 2018
Naga DDB'S Alvin Teoh: No More Just Sell Sell Sell, Care for Society As Well

Naga DDB'S Alvin Teoh: No More Just Sell Sell Sell, Care for Society As Well

For the very first time, humanity and inclusivity were made as centrepiece in the Kancil Awards, Malaysias advertising industry's creative excellence awards.
Tue Aug 14 2018
Prime Minister declares Sept 4 as public holiday

Prime Minister declares Sept 4 as public holiday

This is since we have achieved an outstanding result in the SEA Games through the unwavering support of the various races and the excellent performance of our athletes.
Thu Aug 31 2017
Nation's first 360-degrees film series for Merdeka, Malaysia Day

Nation's first 360-degrees film series for Merdeka, Malaysia Day

Maxis Rojak 360, the work of the country's top five filmmakers, has used YouTube's 360-degrees immersive video-on-mobile platform.
Mon Sep 05 2016
Spicing up a century with Lingham's

Spicing up a century with Lingham's

Be it in M'sia, the royal households or elsewhere in the UK, the authentic sweet and spicy Lingham's Chilli Sauce has ignited the taste buds of millions and has found a special spot on every kitchen.
Fri Sep 02 2016
National Day 2016 parade at Dataran Merdeka

National Day 2016 parade at Dataran Merdeka

The National Day parade during the Merdeka day celebration at Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur on August 31, 2016. Astro AWANI / SHAHIR OMAR
Wed Aug 31 2016
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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