Putin says in New Year address that Russia will 'move forward' in 2025
Putin paid tribute to Russian soldiers fighting in the war in Ukraine, describing them as "true heroes", but did not refer in detail to the state of the conflict.
Wed Jan 01 2025
The Russian billionaires whose chemical factories fuel Russia's war machine
The billionaires include Roman Abramovich, former owner of Chelsea Football Club, and Vagit Alekperov, who was ranked by Forbes in April as Russia's richest man.
Mon Dec 30 2024
2024: A year of unrelenting conflict and shattered hopes for peace
The year 2024 emerged as one of unrelenting conflict and human suffering, as a stark reminder of the fragility of global peace.
Fri Dec 27 2024
Putin says Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war
Putin says Russia is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Zelenskiy, and has no conditions to start talks with Ukraine.
Fri Dec 20 2024
Why does Russia want to capture strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk?
Pokrovsk is a road and rail hub in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, which had a pre-war population of some 60,000 people.
Thu Dec 19 2024
Ukraine's teenage boys fear a dark dilemma: Fight or run
Over 190,000 Ukrainian boys aged 14-17 have registered for temporary protected status in EU countries since the conflict began.
Sun Dec 08 2024
Putin says Russia would use all weapons at its disposal if Ukraine got nuclear weapons
Vladimir Putin says that Russia would use all weapons at its disposal against Ukraine if Kyiv were to acquire nuclear arms.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Russia begins mass production of radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters
The "KUB-M" shelter looks like a reinforced shipping container which gives some protection against radiation, shrapnel, debris and fires.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year
Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
ANALYSIS - How 1,000 days of conflict fuelled robot wars between Russia and Ukraine
Both Ukraine and Russia are on track to make around 1.5 million drones this year, mostly small "first-person view" vehicles.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Born into war, Ukraine toddlers adjust as conflict nears 1,000 days
He was just three days old, Liudmyla Rodchenko remembers having to collect hot water from troops at checkpoints to make baby formula.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Trump, Biden discuss Ukraine and Middle East in 'cordial' White House meeting
They discussed important national security and domestic policy issues facing the nation and the world, says a White House spokesperson.
Thu Nov 14 2024
South Korea says North Korean soldiers are fighting Ukraine forces
Seoul's confirmation comes amid growing global criticism as the two countries strengthen military ties.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Up to US to decide what to do with decommissioned HAWK missiles, Taiwan says
The United States and its allies have provided billions of dollars of weapons to Ukraine since Russia attacked the country.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Kremlin says reports that Trump and Putin have spoken are 'pure fiction'
The Kremlin says Vladimir Putin had no concrete plans yet to speak to Donald Trump.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Federal Court sets March 13-14 for hearing of final appeals in Kevin Morais' murder case
Six men are appealing against the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold their conviction for murder and the death sentences.
Tue Jan 14 2025
UK man fined RM700 for entering protected area at KLIA
Polak Kendon is charged with entering a protected area at Gate C, level five of KLIA T1, without a valid pass.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Indonesia plans minimum age for social media use
The move aims at protecting children, its communications minister says.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Level Up: The Superman guide to the future of work
By 2030, tasks performed solely by humans are expected to shrink from 47% to 33%.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Future-proof your career: Master these 5 core skills to thrive by 2025
As automation takes over routine tasks, creativity will become a defining trait for employees.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Why the labour market is evolving and how employers are adapting
As AI and technology advance, skills like cognitive abilities, ethics, and technology-related expertise will either gain or lose importance.
Tue Jan 14 2025
US Justice Dept releases report on Trump attempt to overturn 2020 election
Investigations found Trump spread false 2020 voter fraud claims, pressured lawmakers, and pushed fake electors to overturn 2020 election.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris
Most of the samples of the ball-shaped debris were the size of marbles, with some larger, says Northern Beaches Council.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Distribution of RM13 bil SARA, STR aid begins tomorrow, highest in history
The SARA aid will be increased to RM2,100 in 2025 compared to RM1,200 in 2024 for eligible households recorded in the eKasih system.
Tue Jan 14 2025
[COLUMNIST] The hidden struggles hehind Malaysia’s GPI ranking
Essentially, a nation may appear peaceful externally but lack the critical structures to sustain peace during stress or upheaval.
Tue Jan 14 2025