Rapper Jay-Z accused in lawsuit of raping 13-year-old girl
Jay-Z denies the allegations on social media and blasted the lawsuit, calling it part of a "blackmail attempt" by the plaintiff's lawyer.
Mon Dec 09 2024
US dollar edges lower
The dollar index, which measures the greenback against six major peers, decreased by 0.86 per cent.
Thu Nov 28 2024
Billionaire Gautam Adani of India's Adani Group charged in US with bribery, fraud
Authorities said Adani and seven other defendants agreed to pay about $265 million in bribes to Indian government officials to obtain contracts.
Thu Nov 21 2024
What comes next for Trump's hush money criminal case?
Here's an explanation of the current status of the case, and the options prosecutors have.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Giuliani ordered to surrender apartment, valuables to Georgia election workers
The two election workers are seeking to collect nearly $146 million from the former New York mayor in a defamation case.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual abuse in six new lawsuits
Sean "Diddy" Combs was confronted with six new sexual abuse lawsuits on Monday, including one accusing the rap mogul of assaulting a minor.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Leaders at climate meetings in New York warn of growing mistrust between nations
National leaders addressed the group after adopting a "Pact for the Future" aimed at ensuring and increasing cooperation between nations, with many calling for urgent access to more climate finance.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Reforms that could renew the UN's purpose and power
The Summit of the Future gives the UN a chance to re-assess, possibly paving the way for reforms to be more representative.
Sun Sep 22 2024
UN to demand Israel end 'unlawful' presence in Palestinian territories within 12 months
The action will isolate Israel days before world leaders travel to New York for their annual UN gathering.
Wed Sep 18 2024
What is the UNGA and what will world leaders talk about?
Every September world leaders travel to New York to address the start of the annual United Nations General Assembly session.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Trump turns 78, spotlighting age as central issue in 2024 race
Age and mental sharpness have been at the center of the contest between Donald Trump and his Democratic rival, President Joe Biden.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Violence flares at UCLA as police end protests at New York's Columbia
Police deployed after UCLA pro-Palestinian encampment attacked.
Thu May 02 2024
New York City police enter Columbia University amid pro-Palestinian protests
The occupation began overnight when protesters broke windows, stormed inside and unfurled a banner reading "Hind's Hall".
Wed May 01 2024
What is behind the pro-Palestinian protests at US universities?
At campuses protests, students issued calls for permanent ceasefire in Gaza, an end to US military assistance for Israel among others.
Wed Apr 24 2024
South Korea police raid Yoon office over failed martial law as impeachment vote looms
Presidential security official says, the raid widens investigation into the embattled leader's failed attempt to impose martial law.
Wed Dec 11 2024
South Korea police chief arrested as Yoon impeachment looms over failed martial law
Cho Ji-ho is accused of deploying police to block lawmakers from entering parliament after Yoon Suk-Yeol declared martial law on Dec. 3.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Rebel-backed figure takes charge as Syria's interim prime minister
Mohammed al-Bashir says he would lead the interim authority until March 1.
Wed Dec 11 2024
South Korea ex-defence minister accused of role in martial law tries to commit suicide, official says
Former South Korean Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun, has tried to commit suicide inside a detention centre, a justice ministry official told.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Stronger ringgit benefits cocoa farmers, reduces agricultural input import costs - MPIC
The reduced import costs would lower production costs for smallholders while boosting their profit margins, it said.
Wed Dec 11 2024
The strength of TV and BVOD ensures brand longevity for advertisers
The combination of mainstream television (TV) and broadcaster video-on-demand (BVOD) is emerging as a key strategy.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Issue of mat rempit stunts on highway among focus in Dewan Rakyat today
Also among today's highlights are questions about plans to enact Religious Harmony Act to address issues of religious polemics in Malaysia.
Wed Dec 11 2024
South Korea's Yoon gave orders to 'drag out' MPs during martial law, officer says
Yoon Suk-Yeol is now the subject of criminal investigations on insurrection charges.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Israel 'more optimistic' on prospects of Gaza hostage deal
Israel's Foreign Minister says indirect negotiations were under way about the return of about 100 hostages.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Davos 2025: What to expect and who's coming?
The 2025 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum takes place from 20-24 January in Davos, Switzerland.
Wed Dec 11 2024