Bhutan cuts daily tourist fee by half to lure more visitors
The new rate of US$100 per night would come into effect from September and last for four years, the government said in a statement late on Friday (Aug 25).
Sun Aug 27 2023
Understanding Canada's crisis: Has Trumpism arrived or are people just tired of pandemic restrictions?
International observers may understandably be confused by recent events in a country better known for maple syrup and good behaviour.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Sweden declare pandemic over, despite warnings from scientists
Sweden scraps almost all of its pandemic restrictions and stops most testing for COVID-19, even as pressure rises on the healthcare system.
Thu Feb 10 2022
Germany to extend virus shutdown until mid-February
Chancellor Angela Merkel said Tuesday that Germany is extending its pandemic restrictions until mid-February.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Indonesian cleric turns himself in for COVID-19 violations
He was accused of inciting people to breach pandemic restrictions by holding events with large crowds.
Sat Dec 12 2020
New Zealand ends all pandemic restrictions outside main city of Auckland
The country recorded no new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, keeping its total number of confirmed cases at 1,464, with 25 deaths, far below many other countries.
Mon Sep 21 2020
Dolly Parton, Justin Bieber among virtual TV festival stars
PaleyFest LA, responding to pandemic restrictions, taped socially distanced discussions with stars and producers that began streaming free this week on the Paley Centers YouTube channel.
Thu Aug 13 2020
South Korea's Moon warns of COVID-19 second wave as cases rebound
Infections rebounded to a one-month high just as the authorities were starting to ease some pandemic restrictions.
Sun May 10 2020
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