UK to consider 'historic' bill to legalise assisted dying
The practice is currently illegal in England and Wales and carries a maximum prison sentence of 14 years.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Nancy heads Malaysian delegation at CEDAW in Geneva, Switzerland
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri to address arising questions and defend the country's Sixth Periodic Report to the CEDAW Committee.
Fri May 17 2024
Switzerland underestimated elderly women in climate case, plaintiff says
The Climate Senior Women group demanded that Switzerland design its climate policy in a way that would limit global warming to 1.5 C.
Fri Apr 12 2024
MACC obtained bank documents involving 1MDB case from several countries - Witness
The MACC senior superintendent said the countries were Switzerland, Barbados, Hong Kong and the Netherlands.
Tue Feb 27 2024
1MDB trial: Four countries did not cooperate with request to record conversations - witness
A witness said Switzerland, Barbados, Hong Kong and the Netherlands did not provide any responses or feedback to assist in 1MDB investigations.
Mon Feb 26 2024
1MDB: Banking documents received by MACC not given to defence team as they were not relevant to the case - Court told
Nur Aida Arifin said the documents were received from Hong Kong and Switzerland via Mutual Legal Assistance to help investigate 1MDB case.
Mon Feb 19 2024
Swiss police kill axe-wielding hostage taker on train
The man armed with an axe and a knife held 15 hostages on a train for almost four hours, until police stormed in and fatally wounded him.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Witness says Najib opposed repatriation of USD3 bln from Switzerland
MACC's Nur Aida Arifin said the matter was revealed by ex-1MDB CEO, Mohd Hazem Abdul Rahman.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Saudi Arabia to host World Economic Forum meeting in April
The meeting scheduled to take place from April 28-29, will focus on global collaboration, growth and energy, said Faisal Alibrahim.
Fri Jan 19 2024
As the billionaires gather at Davos, it's worth examining what's become of their dreams
The wealth of the worlds five richest billionaires has more than doubled since start of the decade, while 60% of humanity has grown poorer.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Gambian ex-minister faces rape, torture charges in long-awaited Swiss trial
Ousman Sonko will become the highest-ranking official to be tried in Europe under the principle of universal jurisdiction.
Mon Jan 08 2024
Ukraine received $1.34 bln under World Bank project - Finance Ministry
The ministry said the funds would be used to partially compensate for non-security and defence-related expenditures.
Mon Dec 25 2023
Swiss-designed technology helps Parkinson's patient walk again
Marc Gauthier became the first person to receive a new Swiss-designed implant that dramatically improved his ability to walk.
Fri Nov 10 2023
Soccer: Hermoso included in Spain squad for first time since kiss scandal
Jenni Hermoso is part of the squad for Nations League matches against Switzerland and Italy this month.
Thu Oct 19 2023
Switzerland's beloved St. Bernard dogs lap up new social role
The dogs, one of Switzerland's national symbols internationally renowned for helping alpine rescues, are now saving people in other ways.
Fri Sep 29 2023
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