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
Hundreds of colonists storm Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy Israeli protection
Hundreds of Israeli colonists stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Sunday morning during the fourth day of the Jewish Sukkot festival.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Pope Francis says climate change a common cause during Istiqlal Mosque visit
Pope Francis invites Muslims and Catholics to push global leaders to confront the dangers of climate change and extremism.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Israel says it killed Islamic Jihad commander in gunbattle at West Bank mosque
The military said it killed Abu Shujaa, the head of a network of fighters in the adjacent Nur Shams refugee camp.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh tonight
JAKIM DG Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yusoff said the funeral prayer for Haniyeh, who was killed in Iran yesterday, will be held after Maghrib prayer.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Islamic State claims responsibility for rare attack at Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Oman
The Oman police said 28 people of various nationalities were wounded, including security personnel.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Malaysia monitors aftermath of Muscat mosque shooting
A shooting incident took place in the vicinity of a mosque in the Al-Wadi Al-Kabir area of Muscat, Oman earlier today.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Soaring temperatures scorch pilgrims on Haj in Saudi Arabia
Temperatures reached 51.8 degrees Celsius (125.2 Fahrenheit) in the shade of the Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Lively atmosphere fills the air as Muslims nationwide celebrate Hari Raya Haji with prayers
More than 20,000 congregants performed Aidiladha prayers at the Putra Mosque, Putrajaya.
Mon Jun 17 2024
PM performs Aidiladha prayers at Putra Mosque
This is the first Aidiladha prayer for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim since taking over the country's administration in November last year.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Iraq's Mosul springs back to life 10 years after it fell to ISIS
Despite political infighting, allegations of corruption and delayed reconstruction, life is returning on both sides of the Tigris River.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Pilgrim who died in Makkah was a mosque-goer
Malaysian haj pilgrim Abnil Hajar Ismail died at the King Fahd Hospital due to a ruptured blood vessel.
Mon May 27 2024
Sungai Bakap assemblyman dies
Nor Zamri Latiff was treated at HSJ's Intensive Care Unit for an inflammation in the stomach since the beginning of this month.
Fri May 24 2024
Muslims nationwide start Aidlifitri celebrations with solat prayers
Muslims nationwide started off Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations with Solat prayers at mosques and suraus this morning.
Wed Apr 10 2024
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
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
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024