Malaysia to host ASEAN round table meeting in 2025 focusing on online service licensing
Datuk Mohamad Fauzi says the roundtable will share perspectives, experiences, and challenges on online service licensing in ASEAN.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Notre-Dame in Paris set to reopen December 7, five years after blaze
The Gothic cathedral, heavily damaged in the April 2019 fire, is expected to host more than 2,000 attendees for the reopening.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Malaysia ready to host first M'sia-Saudi Arabia Coordination Meeting to expand cooperation
PM Anwar is optimistic that Malaysia's close ties with Saudi Arabia will benefit the prosperity of all Malaysians.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Rome considering limiting tourist access to Trevi Fountain
The Italian capital is preparing to host 2025 Jubilee, a year-long Roman Catholic event expected to attract 32 mln tourists and pilgrims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Thailand's new PM: from heiress to 'hostage'
Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces immense political risks as she steps into a role shadowed by her family's turbulent legacy.
Fri Aug 23 2024
University of Nottingham, Astro AWANI to host 'Journalism in the Age of AI Disruption' roundtable
The roundtable aims to provide a platform for journalists, media organisations, academia, civil society and government agencies to deliberate on the implications of AI on journalism and society.
Mon May 06 2024
Thai PM touts plan to host F1 in Bangkok
Srettha Thavisin asserted that Thailand has the potential to host a F1 race in Bangkok and the government was prepared to support.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount
Joe Biden's bilateral summit with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida will bring an upgrade in defense ties with Japan.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Climate change, AI in focus at Commonwealth's Oct meeting in Samoa
Samoa will be the first Pacific Island state to host the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting since its inauguration in 1971.
Wed Mar 27 2024
AWANI Tonight: Malaysia declines to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
Malaysia has declined an invitation to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing concerns over the cost of the event and prioritising local sports development and the people’s welfare.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Youth and Sports Ministry said the economic impact of hosting the quadrennial Games could not be identified in the short term.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games Federation has offered Malaysia 100 million pounds ($127.33 million) in supporting funds if it decides to host.
Mon Mar 18 2024
2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host
The fate of 2026 Commonwealth Games remains uncertain after Australia, originally slated to host, withdrew due to increasing hosting costs.
Wed Mar 13 2024
Selangor govt to host Chinese New Year celebration on Feb 24
The celebration is expected to have an attendance of around 15,000 people, from 10 am to 6 pm.
Thu Feb 15 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
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
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 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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024