Thousands march on Peru's capital as unrest spreads, building set ablaze
Protesters are demanding the resignation of Boluarte, snap elections and a new constitution.
Fri Jan 20 2023
Explainer: What's behind Thailand's protests?
Protesters say they do not seek to end the monarchy, only reform it.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Thai police and protesters scuffle on eve of big demonstration
Trouble broke out when hundreds of protesters gathered near the Democracy Monument, a focal point of three months of demonstrations to demand a new constitution.
Tue Oct 13 2020
Wave of attacks across southern Thailand after new constitution signed
Police reported no casualties in the region, site of a recent upsurge in a decades-old Muslim separatist insurgency that had voted the most strongly against the new constitution.
Fri Apr 07 2017
Thai king signs constitution, paving way for election
Thailand's king signed a new constitution in a ceremony on Thursday, an essential step towards holding an election that the military government has promised to restore democracy after a 2014 coup.
Thu Apr 06 2017
Thai king to sign new constitution this week
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn will sign a new constitution on Thursday, the palace said, an essential step towards holding a general election the military government has promised to restore.
Mon Apr 03 2017
Thai junta poll win sends country 'backwards' - Yingluck
The draft was heavily criticised in the poll run-up for clauses that embed military power and straitjacket the role of elected officials.
Mon Aug 08 2016
Victory for generals as Thais vote for junta charter
The military says its new constitution will curb endemic political corruption, bring stability after years of unrest and pave the way for a general election next year.
Sun Aug 07 2016
Thai's junta Prayut vows 2017 elections even if charter rejected
The former army chief says a new constitution is the only way to dilute the power of elected politicians and curtail corruption from civilian administrations.
Tue Jan 26 2016
Bomb explodes as Egyptians head to polls
A bomb exploded near a Cairo courtroom on Tuesday as Egyptians were to head to the polls to vote on a new constitution.
Tue Jan 14 2014
Sabah decision to join Malaysia 50 Years ago bold, correct - Najib
The decision which led to the formation of a new constitution at federal and state level had brought progress currently enjoyed by Sabahans.
Tue Sep 17 2013
Counting under way in Egyptian referendum
Counting was under way early Sunday after a first-round referendum on a divisive new constitution pushed through by President Mohamed Morsi.
Sun Dec 16 2012
Divided Egypt votes on new constitution
Egyptians vote Saturday on a new constitution supported by the ruling Islamists but bitterly contested by a secular-leaning opposition.
Sat Dec 15 2012
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 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