Paralympics - Paris Games come to a close with rainy electro party
Some 24 French DJs, including electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre as well as Cassius, played in the final part of the event.
Mon Sep 09 2024
Ibrahimovic announces retirement from football
Zlatan Ibrahimovic who will turn 42 in October, decided to depart Milan as his contract drew to a close.
Mon Jun 05 2023
UN aid chief: Earthquake rescue phase 'coming to a close'
UN's Martin Griffiths said the urgency switches to providing shelter, food, schooling and psychosocial care.
Mon Feb 13 2023
Looking back on 2022: Ukraine and the rest of the story
As 2022 draws to a close, the world bears the tragic burden of the war in Ukraine.
Tue Dec 27 2022
Batang Kali landslide: Last victim located on ninth day of SAR operation
The SAR operation for victims in the Batang Kali landslide came to a close with the discovery of the last victim's remains this evening.
Sat Dec 24 2022
Azizulhasni Awang, Nicol David, Chong Wei make special appearance at Sukma's closing ceremony
The 20th Sukma officially drew to a close in a very lively ceremony with the Johor contingent crowned overall champions.
Sat Sep 24 2022
Solemn Paris Fashion Week draws to a close
Paris Fashion Week has been over-shadowed by the war in Ukraine, with designers struggling for ways to balance declarations of solidarity.
Wed Mar 09 2022
Three bills and 12MP passed, Dewan Rakyat adjourns sine die
The First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 14th Parliament which sat for 17 days, came to a close today.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Teachers, students enliven National Month with online activities
The Malaysia Day celebration today brought this year's National Month to a close with various meaningful activities by Malaysians from all walks of life.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Tokyo Paralympics: It's the turn of para athletes to strive for country
After more than 10 days the Olympics came to a close, it is now the time for the country's para-athletes to battle for Malaysia's honour at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games from Aug 24 to Sept 5.
Thu Aug 19 2021
Facts and figures about Tokyo 2020
With the Tokyo Olympic Games closing tonight, Xinhua takes a look at facts and figures about these special games held under the COVID-19 influence after a one-year postponement.
Sun Aug 08 2021
PM Muhyiddin congratulates Azizulhasni for winning Olympics silver medal
Muhyiddin said Azizulhasni's success would definitely add cheer to the Malaysian contingent before the games come to a close today.
Sun Aug 08 2021
Two charged with 2002 New York murder 'in cold blood' of rapper Jam Master Jay
Two men had been charged with the murder of Jason Mizell, bringing to a close the attempt to solve one of the biggest unsolved killings.
Tue Aug 18 2020
Emotional memorial held for George Floyd as protests over his death continue across US
Family, friends and guests observed a silence of eight minutes and 46 seconds as the memorial service honouring George Floyd came to a close on Thursday in Minneapolis.
Fri Jun 05 2020
Football: 'Deeply disappointed' Allardyce forced to leave England job
Allardyce's reign was sensationally brought to a close as he paid the price for indiscreetly talking with undercover Daily Telegraph reporters posing as Far East businessmen.
Tue Sep 27 2016
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
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