Solomon Islands picks China-friendly Manele as new prime minister
Jeremiah Manele said the people had spoken, and called for calm, noting a history of violence in Solomon Islands after elections.
Thu May 02 2024
Buildings damaged but no tsunami warning for Solomon Islands after 7.0 earthquake
Two powerful earthquakes struck the Solomon Islands, damaging Australia's embassy, the airport and shopping malls, triggering power cuts in the capital, Honiara.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Unrest in Solomon Islands, all Malaysians are safe - Wisma Putra
Wisma Putra is closely monitoring the latest developments in Solomon Islands, following the ongoing unrest and protest in its capital, Honiara.
Fri Nov 26 2021
Third strong quake in two weeks hits off Solomon Islands
The quake hit at 4.46pm (0546 GMT) at a depth of 39 kilometres (24 miles) about 83 kilometres west-northwest of Kirakira, the USGS added.
Sun Dec 18 2016
Solomon Islands again struck by strong earthquake
The Pacific is again on high alert for Tsunami waves after another strong earthquake rocked the Solomon Islands on Saturday, China's Xinhua news agency reported.
Sat Dec 10 2016
Huge quake hits Solomon Islands, tsunami alert lifted
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck off the Solomon Islands early on Friday, but there were no immediate reports of casualties and a tsunami warning.
Thu Dec 08 2016
6.9-magnitude quake strikes off Solomon Islands: USGS
A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the Solomon Islands in the Pacific on Thursday, the US Geological Survey said, but no tsunami warning was issued.
Thu May 21 2015
7.6 quake strikes off Solomon Islands: USGS
A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the Solomon Islands Sunday, sending strong waves crashing into the coast.
Sun Apr 13 2014
Death toll in Solomons flooding rises to nine
At least nine have been killed in floods in the Solomon Islands, making it one of the Pacific's worst disasters of recent times.
Sat Apr 05 2014
New Caledonia on alert for Tropical Cyclone June
The tropical depression heading for New Caledonia is expected to intensify into a category two cyclone within the next 12 hours.
Sat Jan 18 2014
A 5.9 magnitude quake hit Solomon Island
A 5.9-magnitude quake struck off a remote area of the Solomon Islands Friday, but no tsunami warning was issued.
Fri May 17 2013
6.5 quake strikes off Solomon Islands
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake hit off the Solomon Islands on Sunday, the latest powerful aftershock following a 8.0-magnitude quake that sparked a tsunami four days ago.
Sat Feb 09 2013
Aftershocks stall aid efforts in tsunami-hit Solomons
Strong aftershocks hampered efforts to reach tsunami-hit villages in the Solomon Islands Friday.
Fri Feb 08 2013
Scramble to reach tsunami-hit villages in Solomons
Six people were confirmed dead after Wednesday's quake generated a wave that swamped coastal communities in the eastern Solomons.
Thu Feb 07 2013
Malaysians not affected in Solomon Islands quake
No Malaysians were affected by the earth quake disasters at Solomon Island in New Zealand, said Wisma Putra.
Wed Feb 06 2013
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