South Koreans vote for new parliament after economy, corruption dominate campaign
The parliamentary elections seen as a referendum on President Yoon Suk-yeol amid frustration about the cost of living and corruption.
Wed Apr 10 2024
'The world is watching,' say architects of Australia's Indigenous referendum
Australia has a chance to fix its image as a global outlier by voting in favour of constitutionally recognising its Indigenous people.
Fri Jun 23 2023
Russia set to annex Ukraine territory; West warns of new sanctions
The referendums and notion of annexations has been rejected globally, as was Russia's 2014 takeover of Crimea from Ukraine.
Thu Sep 29 2022
Ukraine 'sham' referendum results point to Russia annexation
Russian-installed officials in four occupied regions of Ukraine reported huge majorities of votes in favour of joining Russia.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Referendum key to resolving issue of Palestine occupation: Iran FM
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that holding a referendum in Palestine will help end the Zionist regime's occupation and resolve the long-running dispute in West Asia.
Sun Sep 25 2022
Biden vows to impose more 'swift and severe economic costs' on Russia for referendums
US President Joe Biden vowed Friday to impose additional sanctions on Russia after Moscow announced referendums in Ukraine.
Sat Sep 24 2022
Ukraine marches farther into liberated lands, separatist calls for urgent referendum
Gaidai said Ukraine's armed forces had regained complete control of the Luhansk and were preparing to fight to retake the entire province.
Tue Sep 20 2022
Chile students disrupt metro with protests in wake of constitution defeat
Students protested demanding reforms to the education system days after voters rejected a proposed constitution.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Polls open in Qatar's first legislative elections
Qataris began voting today in the Gulf Arab state's first legislative elections for two-thirds of the advisory Shura Council.
Sat Oct 02 2021
Haiti PM fires prosecutor seeking charges against him in president's killing
Phone records showed Henry had twice communicated with a man believed to be the mastermind behind Moise's killing.
Wed Sep 15 2021
New independence referendum at heart of contest as Scots vote for new parliament
Sturgeon has described the election as the most important in her country's history.
Thu May 06 2021
Sudan - How economic problems forced it to recognise Israel
In October 2020, the Sudanese government went completely against all of the said principles when it agreed to normalise relations with Israel.
Tue Mar 16 2021
Swiss narrowly back proposal to ban face coverings in public
It will outlaw covering one's face in public places and foresees exceptions at religious sites and for security or health reasons.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Explainer: Myanmar army flexes muscles as Suu Kyi's government begins second term
Suu Kyi's victory in winning 83 pct of available seats in the Nov. 8 election seen as a referendum on her fledgling democratic government.
Fri Jan 29 2021
With little ado, a divided United Kingdom casts off into the Brexit unknown
Brexit, in essence, took place at the strike of midnight in Brussels, or 2300 London time (GMT).
Fri Jan 01 2021
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024