Australia launches 'landmark' bill to ban social media for children under 16
Australia plans to trial an age-verification system that may include biometrics or govt identification to enforce social media age cut-off.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Son of Norway crown princess detained for one week in rape probe
Marius Borg Hoiby is suspected of having sexual encounters with two women who were either unconscious or incapacitated.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Hamas: No hostages-for-prisoners swap deal with Israel unless Gaza war ends
Gaza truce talks stall as the US vetoes a UN resolution calling for an unconditional, permanent ceasefire.
Thu Nov 21 2024
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
US calls for an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire" in the 13-month conflict and separately demand the release of hostages.
Wed Nov 20 2024
PM Paetongtarn unaware of plans for Yingluck's return
The only contact Yingluck Shinawatra has made is to call her grandchildren, says Thailand's PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Tue Nov 19 2024
COP29: Women leading the charge - climate champions for a sustainable future
Participants of COP29 highlights the importance of amplifying womens voices and initiatives for more effective global climate action.
Mon Nov 18 2024
North Korea's Kim urges improved military capabilities for war
US, ally threats, and military confrontations with North Korea push tensions to "the worst phase in history," says Kim Jong Un.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Govt sticks to Jan 1, 2025 deadline for social media licensing - Fahmi
Failure to obtain a license after the effective date will constitute an offence, and appropriate legal action may be taken under Act 588.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Sudan war deaths are likely much higher than recorded, researchers say
The estimate includes some 26,000 people who suffered violent deaths, a higher figure than one currently used by UN for the entire country.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN
In Gaza, dismantling UNRWA will collapse the United Nation's humanitarian response, which relies heavily on the agency's infrastructure.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Did Israel meet US Gaza aid requirements? Israel, UN respond
Israel has says it met most of the 16 specific demands put forward by Washington but was still discussing some items.
Wed Nov 13 2024
At UN, US warns Israel against forcible displacement, starvation in Gaza
Israeli authorities are blocking humanitarian assistance from entering North Gaza, where fighting continues, says acting UN aid chief.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Malaysia, Indonesia's journey in pushing for green finance
Malaysia and Indonesia are advancing green finance to tackle climate change, but face hurdles like unclear standards and public awareness.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Malaysia achieves 89 per cent progress in affordable housing target
Nga Kor Ming says the ministry is confident of achieving the 500,000-unit target set under the 12th Malaysia Plan.
Tue Nov 12 2024
COP29: Pay up or face climate-led disaster for humanity, warns UN chief
Antonio Guterres says time is running out to limit a destructive rise in global temperatures.
Tue Nov 12 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024