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](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg "[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
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
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
They discussed important national security and domestic policy issues facing the nation and the world, says a White House spokesperson.
Thu Nov 14 2024
New Zealand offers national apology to people abused in care
The report reveals 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care suffered abuse, prompting an official apology.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Cabinet did not discuss Professors Council issues - Fahmi
"No decision has been made regarding the issues yet."
Fri Nov 08 2024
![[OPINION] Malaysia’s narrative in the South China Sea: Leveraging the public and national partnerships](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717496759_SouthChinaSea.jpg "[OPINION] Malaysia’s narrative in the South China Sea: Leveraging the public and national partnerships")
[OPINION] Malaysia’s narrative in the South China Sea: Leveraging the public and national partnerships
The South China Sea situation has grown increasingly complex, with regional actors adopting evolving strategies.
Thu Nov 07 2024
PM sees rising interest in Malaysia among Chinese investors, companies
The Prime Minister said there were discussions on national policies, including on regulations and investment.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Ministry proposes colloquial language studies as part of higher education syllabus
This can enrich the vocabulary and contribute to the national, official, and educational languages, says Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Govt plans to amend Land Acquisition Act to protect national assets, public interests - PM
Govt wants to ensure that national assets and public interests are protected following land acquisition issues concerning the Duta Enclave.
Tue Oct 29 2024
National Scam Response Centre logs over 122,000 fraud calls since 2022 - MoF
The MoF reports that these complaints reveal total losses for victims amounting to RM371 million.
Tue Oct 29 2024
Current climate pledges still fall way short on Paris goals, UN body says
National pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions still fall far short of what is needed to limit catastrophic global warming, says the UN.
Tue Oct 29 2024
PM to launch National AI Office on Dec 12 - Gobind
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to launch the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 12.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Tropical storm Trami's death toll in Philippines climbs to 90, 36 missing
The death toll from tropical storm Trami that slammed into the Philippines this week has risen to 90, with at least 36 still missing, due to massive flooding and landslides.
Sun Oct 27 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
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 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
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 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
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
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