Turkey, Syria, Russia and Iran hold highest-level talks since Syrian war
The meeting in Moscow was the highest-level negotiations so far on rebuilding ties between Ankara and Damascus after years of animosity during Syria's civil war.
Wed May 10 2023
Syrian nationwide cease-fire goes into force
The recently agreed upon cessation of hostilities in Syria went into force at midnight on Thursday, as declared by the Syrian army.
Fri Dec 30 2016
#MorningBrief: Top 5 news (29 Dec)
Here is the list of key news you need to know today.
Thu Dec 29 2016
Syrian war 'cancer on a global scale', says incoming UN chief
The war has caused not only the suffering of the Syrian people but also sparks violent reactions which in some cases lead to terrorist acts.
Thu Dec 29 2016
Aleppo evacuation deal for rebels stalls amid disagreements and renewed shelling
Rebels say evacuation deal delayed due to differences between Syria's Russian and Iranian allies.
Wed Dec 14 2016
Seige of Aleppo: Breach of ceasefire as shelling briefly resumes in east districts
Syrian government forces reportedly resumed attacks on rebel-held eastern districts of Aleppo for about half an hour on Wednesday.
Wed Dec 14 2016
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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