US wants real, extended pauses in fighting in Gaza, Blinken says
Israel, by the standards it set itself, has accomplished the goals that it set for itself, says Anthony Blinken.
Wed Nov 13 2024
NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) has instructed the METMalaysia to review the standard operating procedures (SOP) for the dissemination of weather information
Thu Sep 26 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 1) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
'Wallahi, Wabillahi, Watallahi' phrase not used in MP swearing-in ceremonies - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul also said that it was not stated in the Standing Orders of the meeting.
Thu Sep 21 2023
French elite have tried and failed to stop Mbappe, so Fofana questions why Walker should be any different
Mbappe's electric pace, sublime dribbling skills and eye for goal have made him the standout player at the finals so far, and the leading scorer with five goals.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Coalition to form federal government should not involve DAP - Johor UMNO
Johor UMNO has taken the stand that any political coalition cobbled together to form the new federal government should not involve DAP.
Mon Nov 21 2022
Kevin Spacey's lawyer challenges accuser's memory at sex abuse trial
Rapp was challenged on the stand in court to testify in his civil lawsuit against Spacey for making an unwanted sexual advance in 1986.
Wed Oct 12 2022
Govt committed to achieve standing as the world's top 10 most competitive country - MOF
The government is committed to achieving the standing of the world's top 10 most competitive countries by 2025, Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Indonesia passes contentious law to create more provinces in Papua
Critics fear the move could undermine the standing of the area's indigenous population and threaten special autonomy powers.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Prosecution to cross-examine Ahmad Zahid tomorrow
After a few days of taking the stand to defend himself in a corruption case involving YAB funds, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will be cross-examined by the prosecution tomorrow.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Special committee set up to standardise costs, fees for development of communications infra - PM
The government has decided to set up a special committee on the standardisation of costs, charges and fees for the development of communications infrastructure at the state level.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Four killed, 70 injured in partial collapse of bullring in Colombia
A section of the stand toppled forward into the ring, where locals were participating in a bull-running event.
Mon Jun 27 2022
Set up centre for study of journalism to boost professionalism among media practitioners - PM
A Malaysian Centre for Study of Journalism needs to be established to support the standards and boost the professionalism level of journalism in the country.
Sun May 29 2022
COVID: Govt looking at relaxing three main SOP measures - PM
The government is discussing relaxing three key measures in the standard operating procedure (SOP) for the prevention of COVID-19 which will be announced soon.
Sat Apr 23 2022
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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