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Donald Trump Jr is helping his father pick the most controversial cabinet of modern times

Donald Trump Jr is helping his father pick the most controversial cabinet of modern times

Trump, who fiercely prizes loyalty, has long relied on family members for political advice, but which relative has his ear is known to vary.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

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
As truce talks progress, Lebanon's army cornered by politics, funding

As truce talks progress, Lebanon's army cornered by politics, funding

Lebanon's army needs Hezbollah's approval to deploy troops to the south, even after any ceasefire deal.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Daim Zainuddin a loyal businessman, politician

Daim Zainuddin a loyal businessman, politician

Tun Daim Zainuddin was instrumental in the country's business landscape in the 1980s and 1990s, says Datuk Yong Soo Heong.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Kamala Harris' loss is another setback for US women in politics

Kamala Harris' loss is another setback for US women in politics

For the second time in US history, a major party nominated a woman for president and for the second time she lost.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Americans gather in Kuala Lumpur for tense 2024 US presidential election watch

Americans gather in Kuala Lumpur for tense 2024 US presidential election watch

The event brought together expatriates, diplomats, and local political enthusiasts to watch the election results live.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu sacks defence minister, jolting Israeli politics as war grinds on

Netanyahu replaced Yoav Gallant with close ally Israel Katz to lead the country's war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Tue Nov 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] From definition to defence: Navigating the complexities of terrorism

[COLUMNIST] From definition to defence: Navigating the complexities of terrorism

The definition of terrorism has evolved over time, shaped by socio-political contexts like revolutions, regimes, repression, and wars.
Mon Nov 04 2024
First among equals: how Kamala Harris must rewrite the history of female political leadership to win

First among equals: how Kamala Harris must rewrite the history of female political leadership to win

It only remains to be seen whether the US, the world and Kamala Harris herself are ready for that role.
Sun Nov 03 2024
In 2020, Trump went to the courts after losing. This time, the legal challenges have already started

In 2020, Trump went to the courts after losing. This time, the legal challenges have already started

With the US elections weeks away, the political battle is heating up, with both sides claiming the upper hand.
Sat Nov 02 2024
BN, PH finalise cooperation ahead of Sabah polls - Zahid

BN, PH finalise cooperation ahead of Sabah polls - Zahid

Barisan Nasional (BN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH) have finalised their cooperation to face the upcoming Sabah election, expected to take place next year.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Consider This: Malaysia & BRICS (Part 2) — Building the Right Foundation?

Consider This: Malaysia & BRICS (Part 2) — Building the Right Foundation?

Malaysia is set to be officially recognised as one of 13 nations added to BRICS as a partner country, though not as full members yet. But as Malaysia joins this diverse and at times divided group, questions remain about what the country stands to gain—and what it risks. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Tan Sri Dr Munir Majid, Visiting Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Affairs, Diplomacy and Strategy at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Fri Oct 25 2024
[OPINION] Middle East crisis: A precursor to World War III?

[OPINION] Middle East crisis: A precursor to World War III?

The Middle East remains one of the worlds most volatile regions, marked by a complex web of political, religious and territorial conflicts.
Fri Oct 25 2024
BRICS mechanism conducive to cooperation among developing countries, says UN economist

BRICS mechanism conducive to cooperation among developing countries, says UN economist

The appeal of the BRICS mechanism lies in the expanding influence of its members in the global political and economic system.
Fri Oct 25 2024
A man's world: Japan makes tepid push on gender gap in politics as election nears

A man's world: Japan makes tepid push on gender gap in politics as election nears

Karen Makishima is the only female running for Japan's ruling party in her 20-seat prefecture for the Oct. 27 general election.
Thu Oct 24 2024
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat

'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat

Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?

What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?

Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN

One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN

The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation

Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation

Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will

[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will

It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM

This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film

'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer

The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina

The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children

Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024