Rome considering limiting tourist access to Trevi Fountain
The Italian capital is preparing to host 2025 Jubilee, a year-long Roman Catholic event expected to attract 32 mln tourists and pilgrims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Over 100,000 pilgrims to throng St Anne Feast in Bukit Mertajam
The Feast of St Anne in Bukit Mertajam, held at the end of July, attracts thousands of pilgrims worldwide to Penang.
Fri Jul 26 2024
UN demands action on extreme heat as world registers warmest day
Scorching conditions have killed 1,300 hajj pilgrims and closed schools for some 80 million children in Africa and Asia.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Haj deaths show challenge of shielding pilgrims from scorching climate
Hundreds of the pilgrims who died in fierce heat at this year's haj were not officially registered with the Saudi authorities.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Extreme heat has proved fatal for hundreds who began the journey last Friday to the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Six Malaysian pilgrims die after wukuf
All the pilgrims who died had time to perform wukuf worship and most of them died from heart disease, pneumonia and blood infection.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Soaring temperatures scorch pilgrims on Haj in Saudi Arabia
Temperatures reached 51.8 degrees Celsius (125.2 Fahrenheit) in the shade of the Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Hajj pilgrims resume symbolic stoning
The final days of the Hajj coincide with Muslims in Malaysia celebrating Aidiladha.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Three more Malaysian Hajj pilgrim dies in the Holy Land
Three more Malaysian hajj pilgrims have died in the Holy Land, bringing the death toll to eight.
Mon Jun 17 2024
‘No Hajj without a permit’ campaign to ensure safety, comfort of pilgrims - Al-Sudais
Those who do not have a permit risk committing a sin and engaging in forbidden acts by violating syariah, the report stated.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Police activate one-stop centre for stranded haj pilgrims at KLIA
A total of 40 officers and personnel from the special team began their duties today, for 11 days, and will end at on June 21.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Pilgrims brace for brutal heat during Haj
Millions face heat stroke risk as Haj coincides with Mecca's hottest month.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Thailand keen to learn from Malaysia's success in managing haj pilgrims
Thailand did not have a specific body overseeing all haj affairs and matters related to it were managed by 88 tourism agencies.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Pilgrims stranded in Makkah: TH yet to receive official report
Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said the stranded individuals have not lodge a complaint with Tabung Haji to seek assistance to return.
Fri May 31 2024
Malaysia becomes first country to complete all E-Haj system contracts
The E-Haj encompasses services and facilities such as accommodation tents, air conditioning, food and drink, transportation of pilgrims.
Tue May 14 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