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Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?

Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?

Carbon trading helps rich nations cut emissions while aiding poorer nations' green energy efforts and climate resilience.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Japan sets monthly record 3.31 mln visitors in October

Japan sets monthly record 3.31 mln visitors in October

Tourism spending, classified as an export in national accounts, is poised to become Japan's second-biggest export sector after autos.
Thu Nov 21 2024
[COLUMNIST] Empowering Malaysia’s future: A youth-centric approach to P/CVE

[COLUMNIST] Empowering Malaysia’s future: A youth-centric approach to P/CVE

Youth empowerment and involvement in P/CVE remain integral to consolidating national resilience against violent extremism.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial

Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists in landmark national security trial

The Chinese and Hong Kong governments say the national security laws were necessary to restore order after mass pro-democracy protests.
Tue Nov 19 2024
G20 leaders flag global conflicts, cooperation at Rio summit

G20 leaders flag global conflicts, cooperation at Rio summit

G20 leaders are address a changing global landscape while aiming to strengthen agreement among nations.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?

Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?

Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Sri Lankan president's coalition wins big majority in general election

Sri Lankan president's coalition wins big majority in general election

Anura Kumara gains power to push through his plans to fight poverty and graft in the island nation recovering from a financial meltdown.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say

Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say

The estimate includes some 26,000 people who suffered violent deaths, a higher figure than one currently used by UN for the entire country.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN

Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN

In Gaza, dismantling UNRWA will collapse the United Nation's humanitarian response, which relies heavily on the agency's infrastructure.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Cabinet agrees in principle for MKN, JPM to coordinate drafting of National Security Bill

Cabinet agrees in principle for MKN, JPM to coordinate drafting of National Security Bill

Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar says, currently the Sedition Act is retained, to preserve public order and national security.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Trump, Biden discuss Ukraine and Middle East in 'cordial' White House meeting

Trump, Biden discuss Ukraine and Middle East in 'cordial' White House meeting

They discussed important national security and domestic policy issues facing the nation and the world, says a White House spokesperson.
Thu Nov 14 2024
The late Daim, from ex-banker and realtor to nation's economic troubleshooter

The late Daim, from ex-banker and realtor to nation's economic troubleshooter

Tun Daim Zainuddin is best known as former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's chief economic troubleshooter.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Did Israel meet US Gaza aid requirements? Israel, UN respond

Did Israel meet US Gaza aid requirements? Israel, UN respond

Israel has says it met most of the 16 specific demands put forward by Washington but was still discussing some items.
Wed Nov 13 2024
COP29: Pay up or face climate-led disaster for humanity, warns UN chief

COP29: Pay up or face climate-led disaster for humanity, warns UN chief

Antonio Guterres says time is running out to limit a destructive rise in global temperatures.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Malaysia drills down 7 key focus areas for upcoming UNFCCC-COP29 Baku

Malaysia drills down 7 key focus areas for upcoming UNFCCC-COP29 Baku

Malaysia is set to showcase its whole-of-nation commitment to global climate action and regional sustainability through Malaysia Pavilion.
Tue Nov 12 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes

Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024

Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial

The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024