Control of US Congress at stake in tight election battle
The outcome is crucial for how easily the US presidential election winner can govern until the next congressional elections in 2026.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Tight race in US Congress as no party expected to secure large majority - Reports
Experts caution that it may take some time beyond election night to determine which party has won control of the House.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24
Benjamin Netanyahu said he will "present the truth" about the war against Hamas in Gaza when he addresses the US Congress.
Fri Jun 07 2024
No date set for Netanyahu's address to US Congress, Israel says
This speech would make Netanyahu the first foreign leader to address joint meetings of Congress four times.
Tue Jun 04 2024
US Lawmakers reach deal to avert government shutdown ahead of deadline
US congressional leaders have come to an agreement to prevent a partial government shutdown slated for midnight on Friday, lawmakers said Wednesday.
Thu Feb 29 2024
Ukraine's Zelenskiy to visit Biden, US Congress on Wednesday
Zelenskiy said he was going to Washington for talks with Biden to strengthen Ukraine's "resilience and defence capabilities".
Wed Dec 21 2022
Blinken defends Afghan withdrawal at testy US congressional hearing
"We inherited a deadline. We did not inherit a plan," Blinken said.
Tue Sep 14 2021
US seen funding humanitarian aid for Afghanistan, but not its goverment
US Congress nearly certain to provide humanitarian aid for internally displaced Afghans and refugees but not to the government itself.
Sat Sep 04 2021
Tempers flare in US Congress as COVID-19 mask mandates return
The high-level spat came as COVID-19 cases in recent days have been rising, along with deaths, across the United States.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Trump remains dominant force in GOP following acquittal
Only seven of 50 Senate Republicans voted to convict Trump in his historic second impeachment trial on Saturday.
Sun Feb 14 2021
Wall Street set to open near record high as Biden takes office; Netflix soars
Bets on a bigger pandemic relief plan and higher infrastructure spending under the Biden administration is driving major U.S. stock indexes to all-time peaks.
Wed Jan 20 2021
US Congress certifies Biden win hours after harrowing Capitol Hill assault
Immediately after the certification, the White House released a statement from Trump in which he pledged an "orderly transition" on Jan. 20.
Thu Jan 07 2021
Explainer - The meeting of the US Congress that will seal Biden's win
Here's what to expect from the joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Wed Jan 06 2021
US Congress reaches deal on COVID-19 aid package, plans votes for Monday
The package would be the second-largest economic stimulus in US history, following a $2.3 trillion aid bill passed in March.
Mon Dec 21 2020
Does Zuckerberg Sell Your Data? Lifting Your Facebook Fear
Following Mark Zuckerbergs appearance before the US Congress early this month, Facebooks David Baser who is Product Management Director reveals what information it gets from other websites and apps.
Fri Apr 27 2018
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
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