US says it opposes scope of Israeli air strikes in Beirut
Israeli military evacuation orders were also affecting more than a quarter of Lebanon, according to the UN refugee agency.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Russia says more than 30,000 evacuated from areas bordering Ukraine
Some 30,415 people including nearly 8,000 children have been evacuated from areas bordering Ukraine due to shelling and attacks.
Mon Oct 14 2024
Nobuyo Oyama, voice actor for beloved Japanese cartoon robotic cat Doraemon, dies at age 90
Nobuyo Oyama, who voiced Doraemon for more than a quarter century, died of natural causes, her agency said.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Floridians flee looming catastrophe as Hurricane Milton approaches
Officials orders more than 1 million people to flee before it slams into the Tampa Bay area.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Seven & i stock surges after report of Couche-Tard raising buyout bid by 20 pct
In Japan, more than money is at stake in Alimentation Couche-Tard's bid to take over 7-Eleven, the largest convenience chain.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Monster hurricane Milton threatens an already battered Florida
More than a million people were ordered to evacuate from its path.
Tue Oct 08 2024
After a spate of recent stabbings, is knife crime getting worse in Australia?
Given every kitchen and garage possess more than one knife or bladed implement, the reality of removing these is not an option.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Middle East conflict escalating rapidly - there’s no telling where it will end
Now, more than ever, its vital to be informed about the important issues affecting global stability.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Iran says it has finished attack on Israel amid fears of spreading conflict
In its biggest ever military blow against Israel, Iran fired more than 180 ballistic missiles on Tuesday.
Wed Oct 02 2024
India police detains 600 workers, union members as Samsung protests escalate
More than 1,000 workers have disrupted operations and protested in a makeshift tent close to the factory.
Tue Oct 01 2024
UNICEF Head 'deeply concerned' over deteriorating humanitarian situation in Lebanon
The number of people internally displaced by the violence has spiked to more than one million, including over 300,000 children.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Trash balloons sent by North Korea cause regular disruptions at Seoul's airports
North Korea has launched more than 5,500 balloons with bags of trash attached to them since late May.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Alif Teega, Aisyah Hijanah charged with misappropriation of more than RM1.52 million collected for charity
Social media influencer Mohd Hazalif Mohd Hazani, better known as Alif Teega, and his wife Aisyah Hijanah Azhari pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Premadasa, son of slain Sri Lanka president, now in contest for same role
A win will hand Sajith Premadasa the top job more than 30 years after his father was assassinated while holding the same post.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Thailand to prosecute security personnel over deaths of 78 protesters in 2004 crackdown
The crackdown has since killed more than 7,600 people in Thailand's predominantly Muslim provinces near Malaysia.
Wed Sep 18 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024