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
Lawyers select 12 jurors to serve in Trump hush-money case
12 jurors will assess Donald Trump guilt or innocence over the coming weeks in a case stemming from a hush-money payment to a porn star.
Fri Apr 19 2024
Analysis - Hush money trial could help Trump in 2024 presidential race
Donald Trump has used the looming trial to reinforce a central campaign message that his supporters have embraced.
Wed Apr 17 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024