Sudan's RSF and allies sexually abused victims from 8-75 years, UN mission says
The UN report says most sexual violence is committed by RSF and allied Arab militia to terrorise people for perceived links to enemies.
Wed Oct 30 2024
World Press Freedom Day 2024: Change needs to happen now before we drop further in RSF ranking
The RSF release of the 2024 World Press Freedom Index spotlights the challenges we face in Malaysia as we drop to a dismal ranking of 107.
Fri May 03 2024
Sudan war causes stoppages on South Sudan oil pipeline, officials say
The exports are an important source of revenue for South Sudan, and Sudan takes a cut of the oil as a transit fee.
Tue Mar 26 2024
Sudan war enters 100th day as mediation attempts fail
More than 3 million people have been uprooted, including more than 700,000 who have fled to neighbouring countries.
Mon Jul 24 2023
Sudan clashes intensify with no mediation in sight
Clashes between Sudan's army and paramilitary RSF entered its 12th week with no attempts in sight to bring a peaceful end to the conflict.
Mon Jul 03 2023
Sudan war traps civilians after ceasefire ends
The fighting between warring factions intensified for a second day, trapping civilians in a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Tue Jun 13 2023
Massive fire as Sudanese factions battle for control of arms factory
RSF in the eighth week of a power struggle with the army, attacked the heavily protected, sprawling Yarmouk complex, witnesses said.
Thu Jun 08 2023
Shelling, looting in Sudan's capital as military factions battle for eighth week
More than 1.2 million people have been displaced within Sudan.
Tue Jun 06 2023
Heavy clashes in Sudan's capital as truce set to expire
Heavy and sustained clashes could be heard on Monday in parts of Sudan's capital, residents said.
Mon May 29 2023
Ceasefire talks yield no major progress as fighting rages in Sudan
Armed clashes still raged in the Sudanese capital of Khartoum on Monday
Tue May 09 2023
Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF
Traditional forms of political interference are also gaining ground in many countries, RSF said.
Sat May 06 2023
Heavy fighting in Khartoum; Sudan's children caught in conflict, UN says
UNICEF said it had received reports of 190 children killed and 1,700 injured in Sudan since the conflict erupted.
Fri May 05 2023
Malaysia ranked 73rd in World Press Freedom Index 2023 - RSF
Malaysia has jumped 40 places with 62.83 points compared with the previous year when it was placed at 113 with 51.55 points.
Wed May 03 2023
Air strikes, tank fire rock Sudan's capital region despite truce pledge
Many foreigners remain stuck in Sudan despite the evacuation of thousands by numerous countries.
Fri Apr 28 2023
Sudan fighting flares but military approves ceasefire extension
General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has given initial approval to a plan to extend the truce for another 72 hours.
Thu Apr 27 2023
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024