Sombre atmosphere at DUN Building as people pay last respects to Taib Mahmud
The Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) building was enveloped in an atmosphere of sadness as the remains of former Governor of Sarawak Tun Abdul Taib Mahmud arrived here today.
Thu Feb 22 2024
World welcomes 2024 with New Year's fireworks, reflection and a royal farewell
The world welcomed 2024 with a mix of celebration and sombre reflection.
Mon Jan 01 2024
Many thousands expected for funeral of former Pope Benedict
In keeping with Benedict's wishes, the ceremony will be simple, sombre and sober, the Vatican has said.
Thu Jan 05 2023
Sombre pageantry as funeral begins for Britain's Queen Elizabeth
The 2,000-strong congregation included some 500 world leaders and foreign royal families.
Mon Sep 19 2022
Emotional send off as Samy Vellu's remains cremated in Cheras
The remains of the late Tun Dr S. Samy Vellu was cremated at the Kuala Lumpur City Hall Crematorium in Cheras amid a sombre atmosphere at 5.30 pm today.
Fri Sep 16 2022
King Charles to fly to Scotland to join sombre procession of queen's coffin
The new monarch will also join senior royals for a vigil at the church where the coffin will lie at rest before being flown to London.
Mon Sep 12 2022
Rosmah breaks into tears, says she's innocent
The courtroom turned sombre when Rosmah Mansor was in tears when she told judge Mohamed Zaini Mazlan that she was innocent as she never had any thoughts about squandering money.
Thu Sep 01 2022
Japan readies sombre farewell to slain Abe, its longest-serving premier
Following the funeral, the hearse bearing Abe's body will proceed through downtown Tokyo, where black mourning ribbons draped Japanese flags.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Mourners throng Abe's wake as his party secures sombre Japan election win
A private funeral for Abe, who resigned in 2020 and was Japan's longest-serving premier, is scheduled for today.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Sombre Aidilfitri for those orphaned by COVID-19
For two orphans, this year's Aidilfitri might not be as excitable and joyful as they are forced to take on responsibilities which otherwise would have been taken care of when their parents were around
Wed May 04 2022
Civil servants, friends pay last respects to Ali Hamsa
A sombre mood enveloped the Sheikh Daud Al-Fathoni Hall when more than 500 family members, civil servants and friends paid their last respects to the late Tan Sri Dr Ali Hamsa.
Mon Apr 25 2022
Over 30 heads, representatives of diplomatic missions in M'sia express solidarity with Ukraine
It was a sombre atmosphere with those present showing their concern on the developments in Ukraine.
Tue Mar 01 2022
Muted Christmas celebrations for Malaysians amid COVID-19, massive floods
Christians nationwide celebrated Christmas day today on a sombre note in compliance with the SOP to contain the COVID-19 outbreak and in light of the massive floods that struck several states.
Sat Dec 25 2021
Sombre mood as remains of COVID-19 victims laid to rest
The situation at the Section 21 Muslim Cemetery is not like any ordinary day with rows of hearses seen entering and leaving the area for the burial process, believed to be COVID-19 victims.
Fri Jul 16 2021
A decade of conflict, Syrians paid heavy price - ICRC
Mardini says the survey is a sombre snapshot of a generation who lost their adolescence and young adulthood to the conflict.
Wed Mar 10 2021
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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