Malaysian man to be publicly caned at mosque for Islamic crime of close proximity
This punishment involves caning, but what makes it unusual this time is the judge's decision for it to be conducted publicly.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Cadet charged with injuring junior with steam iron faces expulsion from UPNM
Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin says the Investigation Board completes its probe, and the cadet's punishment will be decided today.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Trump warns, if elected, he'll impose tariffs on Mexico, China over fentanyl
Trump says he will punish Mexico and China with tariffs unless both governments moved to stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Hezbollah vows to punish Israel after pager blasts kill nine, injure thousands across Lebanon
Nearly 3,000 people were wounded when the pagers they use to communicate exploded.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Former Bangladesh PM Hasina demands probe into July 'killings and vandalism'
Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina demands a thorough investigation to identify and punish those responsible for the killings and vandalism.
Wed Aug 14 2024
[COLUMNIST] Death penalty has little to no effect in deterring crime – let’s put an end to it
Capital punishments ability and effectiveness in deterring crime have always been under heavy scrutiny and are yet to be ascertained.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Hamas chief's assassination in Iran fuels fears of retaliation and wider war
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said Israel had provided the grounds for "harsh punishment for itself".
Wed Jul 31 2024
Clearer cyberbullying definition needed to ensure appropriate punishment - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said the ministry is also re-examining the definition of cyberbullying, and the appropriate punishment.
Wed Jul 17 2024
[COLUMNIST] Decriminalising substance abuse: A step forward with room for refinement
Drug dependents need professional help to break the cycle of abuse, not further stigma or harsher punishment.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Rethinking drug policy: Punishment to public health
A science-based approach focusing on prevention, treatment, and harm reduction is key to tackling the global drug crisis.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Russians lower flags in mourning, suspects charged in deadly concert hall attack
Vladimir Putin pledges to punish all those behind the attack, in which 137 people were killed, including three children and 182 injured.
Mon Mar 25 2024
166 Indonesians in death row abroad, mostly in Malaysia and Middle East
Those in the death row in Malaysia will not undergo the death penalty as the country had abolished the mandatory capital punishment in 2023.
Wed Mar 06 2024
Pakistan’s top court upholds death sentence for late dictator Musharraf
Pervez Musharraf's death sentence was the first time a general was punished for a coup.
Wed Jan 10 2024
Australia bans Nazi salute and public display of terror group symbols
The law makes it an offense punishable by up to 12 months in prison to publicly perform the Nazi salute or display the Nazi swastika.
Mon Jan 08 2024
Is harsher punishment effective in addressing river pollution?
Malaysia is still grappling with frequent water supply disruptions due to pollution, which has taken a toll on daily routines of consumers.
Thu Nov 23 2023
What Trump 2.0 could mean for trade, migrants, climate change and electric cars
Here's a summary of the policies Donald Trump has said he will pursue when he takes office on Jan. 20.
Wed Nov 27 2024
UN says Taliban detained journalists over 250 times in Afghanistan since takeover
The Taliban-led foreign ministry denies having arrested that number of journalists and added that those arrested had committed a crime.
Wed Nov 27 2024
TikTok becoming app of choice for criminals promoting investment scams - Police
Many users continue to be tricked and scammed even though police have repeatedly issued warnings about scams proliferating on social media.
Wed Nov 27 2024
MOE’s mental health screening identifies students with emotional challenges
Deputy Minister of Education says, those identified with severe emotional issues undergo screening twice a year.
Wed Nov 27 2024
Israel, Hezbollah agree to ceasefire brokered by US and France, to take effect Wednesday
Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near its border with Israel to ensure that Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure there.
Wed Nov 27 2024
'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?
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
Myanmar rebel army ready for dialogue with junta, with China's help
China puts pressure on rebels amid the rapid degeneration of the military, which Beijing has long seen as a guarantor of stability.
Tue Nov 26 2024
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
Malaysia ready to collaborate with South Korea on more substantial matters - PM
Malaysia seeks deeper collaboration with South Korea on digitalization, AI, and advanced learning curve discussions.
Tue Nov 26 2024