Bangladesh court orders probe into former PM Hasina's role in grocer's death
This is the first case against Sheikh Hasina followed a violent uprising that killed around 300 people, including many students.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Bangladesh Protests (Part 2) - The Movement That Toppled a PM
What began as a student movement against job quotas had unveiled deep-rooted economic and political grievances and evolved into a mass uprising that eventually toppled a sitting Prime Minister. Is Bangladesh on the brink of a democratic and economic awakening? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead of the Global Labor Organization, Professorial Fellow at North South University in Bangladesh, and a Visiting Professor of Economics at the University of Reading in the UK.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Consider This: Bangladesh Protests (Part 1) - The Movement That Toppled a PM
What began as a student movement against job quotas had unveiled deep-rooted economic and political grievances and evolved into a mass uprising that eventually toppled a sitting Prime Minister. Is Bangladesh on the brink of a democratic and economic awakening? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead of the Global Labor Organization, Professorial Fellow at North South University in Bangladesh, and a Visiting Professor of Economics at the University of Reading in the UK.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Bias hiding in plain sight: Decades of analyses suggest US media skews anti-Palestinian
Several studies scrutinizing U.S. media coverage during the first Palestinian uprising, or intifada, spanning from 1987 to 1993, consistently revealed pronounced biases.
Sat Mar 02 2024
Eight killed in Sudan as protesters rally on uprising anniversary
Security forces fired tear gas and water cannon to prevent swelling numbers of protesters from marching towards the presidential palace.
Fri Jul 01 2022
Philippines begins new era of Marcos rule, decades after overthrow
Marcos makes a stunning comeback for one of Asia's most famous political dynasties, 36 years after it was ousted in a popular uprising.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Talent uprising: The shift to purpose driven talent
Organisations who do not prioritise company culture, leadership, and succession planning will be left behind.
Mon Jun 13 2022
Russia sends troops to put down Kazakhstan uprising as fresh violence erupts
Authorities said at least 18 members of the security forces had died, including two found decapitated.
Fri Jan 07 2022
Sudan's Hamdok quits as premier after failing to restore civilian government
The announcement throws Sudan's political future even deeper into uncertainty, three years after an uprising that led to the overthrow of long-time leader Omar al-Bashir.
Mon Jan 03 2022
Saifuddin to consult ASEAN special envoy over Myanmar shadow government's call for uprising against junta
The Malaysian Embassy in Yangon is also closely following the latest developments in the country that has endured civilian unrest since the Feb 1 military coup.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Power struggle roils Guinea as soldiers say they've taken over
Soldiers who staged an uprising in Guinea's capital on Sunday said on state television that they had dissolved the West African nation's government and constitution and closed all land and air borders
Sun Sep 05 2021
Anti-military protests in Myanmar on anniversary of 1988 uprising
Protests against Myanmar's military government broke out across the nation today.
Sun Aug 08 2021
France urges Tunisia to name new PM as crisis simmers
Saied's moves followed protests by Tunisians who are fed up with years of economic malaise and political paralysis since the 2011 uprising.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Thai protest rivals in show of force on Bangkok streets
Pro democracy and monarchist activists clash on the 47th anniversary of the 1973 student uprising.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Venezuela crushes small anti-Maduro uprising at military base
Earlier on Sunday a video circulated on social media showing a group of men in military uniform announcing an uprising in the wake of the creation of a pro-government legislative superbody on Friday.
Mon Aug 07 2017
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
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