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UK's Queen Camilla suffering from chest infection, Buckingham Palace says

UK's Queen Camilla suffering from chest infection, Buckingham Palace says

Queen Camilla is forced to pull out of her planned engagements this week due to a chest infection.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Malaysia's FM Mohamad delivers witty response to Carlson's claim on Harris

Malaysia's FM Mohamad delivers witty response to Carlson's claim on Harris

At a Donald Trump rally this week, Tucker Carlson referred to Kamala Harris as "Samoan-Malaysian" when talking about the US Vice President.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Tropical storm Trami's death toll in Philippines climbs to 90, 36 missing

Tropical storm Trami's death toll in Philippines climbs to 90, 36 missing

The death toll from tropical storm Trami that slammed into the Philippines this week has risen to 90, with at least 36 still missing, due to massive flooding and landslides.
Sun Oct 27 2024
North Korea claims 1.4 million young people joined the army this week

North Korea claims 1.4 million young people joined the army this week

The young people are determined to fight in a "sacred war of destroying the enemy with the arms of the revolution," the KCNA report said.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Ringgit rises against US dollar on Budget 2025 outlook

Ringgit rises against US dollar on Budget 2025 outlook

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said attention on Friday's budget announcement would drive market sentiment this week.
Mon Oct 14 2024
2024 Nobel prizes announced this week

2024 Nobel prizes announced this week

The Nobel prizes are presented to the laureates on Dec. 10, the anniversary of Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel's death.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Gaza and a ceasefire slip out of focus as Lebanon conflict rages

Gaza and a ceasefire slip out of focus as Lebanon conflict rages

Palestinians fear Lebanon's crisis is shifting focus from Gaza, where Israeli strikes killed dozens this week.
Fri Oct 04 2024
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon urge de-escalation after heavy airstrikes

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon urge de-escalation after heavy airstrikes

Ignited by the Gaza war, the conflict has intensified significantly this week, with Hezbollah suffering an unprecedented attack.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Trump: No more debates with Kamala Harris

Trump: No more debates with Kamala Harris

Several polls showed Kamala Harris won the debate that was held earlier this week.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Banksy unleashes animals on London, but what do they mean?

Banksy unleashes animals on London, but what do they mean?

Four new Banksy murals in London this week are sparking curiosity about their meaning.
Sat Aug 17 2024
Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled, Chancellor says tragedy averted

Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled, Chancellor says tragedy averted

The concerts in Vienna this week were cancelled after the government confirmed a planned attack at the stadium, the organizer announced.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Bangladesh shuts universities, colleges indefinitely after protests turn deadly

Bangladesh shuts universities, colleges indefinitely after protests turn deadly

Protests by students against a quota system for govt jobs turned deadly this week, leaving at least six people dead and scores injured.
Wed Jul 17 2024
'Too much heat' hits Delhi courts, judges asked to let lawyers ditch robes

'Too much heat' hits Delhi courts, judges asked to let lawyers ditch robes

New Delhi recorded temperatures of around 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit) for the first time this week.
Fri May 31 2024
Palestinian public sector salaries squeezed as Israel withholds tax revenue

Palestinian public sector salaries squeezed as Israel withholds tax revenue

Only part of public sector salaries would be paid this week, keeping up a squeeze on payrolls that lasted for months, the authority said.
Mon May 13 2024
Malaysia observes six celebrations this week, a reflection of the country's diversity - Aaron Dagang

Malaysia observes six celebrations this week, a reflection of the country's diversity - Aaron Dagang

This week alone we have Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Ugadi, Tamil New Year, Vaisakhi, Vishu Day and Songkran, said Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

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?

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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 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