
Trump seeks fast appointments; Elon Musk makes endorsement for Senate leadership
Republicans are expected to hold at least 52 seats in the 100-member Senate after capturing three previously held by Democrats.
Mon Nov 11 2024

Kamala Harris' loss is another setback for US women in politics
For the second time in US history, a major party nominated a woman for president and for the second time she lost.
Fri Nov 08 2024

America’s glass ceiling remains − here are some of the reasons why a woman may have once again lost the presidency
Gender was part of the campaign landscape in many different ways this election.
Fri Nov 08 2024

INSIGHT - Trump did it his way in White House run. How he proved his advisers wrong
Trump regularly made a point of asking supporters whether they were better off during his presidency or current Biden-Harris administration.
Thu Nov 07 2024

INSIGHT - Kamala Harris made a historic dash for the White House. Here’s why she fell short.
Kamala Harris campaign ultimately fails to overcome deep-seated voter concerns about inflation and immigration.
Thu Nov 07 2024

After Harris' loss, angry Democrats blame her boss, Biden
Vice President Kamala Harris' defeat is the Democrats' second bitter loss to Donald Trump over the past three elections.
Thu Nov 07 2024

Kamala Harris concedes election to Trump but vows to fight on
Kamala Harris pledges to continue fighting for women's rights and against gun violence.
Thu Nov 07 2024

Ringgit opens higher despite stronger US dollar on Trump's return to presidency
President-elect Trump is expected to favour populist measures which could drive higher domestic demand and corporate earnings growth.
Thu Nov 07 2024

ANALYSIS - Trump victory to reverberate through global economy
Import duties are a key plank of Trump's policies and likely to have the biggest global impact.
Thu Nov 07 2024

Inside Trump's plan for mass deportations - and who wants to stop him
Trump claims victory in the 2024 presidential contest, telling supporters, America had given him an "unprecedented and powerful mandate".
Wed Nov 06 2024

What Trump 2.0 would mean for trade, migrants, climate change and electric cars
Here is a summary of the policies Donald Trump has said he would pursue in his second four-year term in office
Wed Nov 06 2024

Donald Trump elected US president in stunning comeback
Donald Trump secures more than the 270 Electoral College votes needed to win the presidency, Edison Research projected.
Wed Nov 06 2024

Global reaction to the US presidential election
World leaders rush to congratulate Republican Donald Trump after he claims victory in the US presidential election.
Wed Nov 06 2024

Takeaways from the US presidential election
Here are some takeaways from the exit polls and results.
Wed Nov 06 2024

'Trump trade' surges as he claims victory
US stock futures hit record highs, the dollar surged and Treasury yields jumped, while bitcoin broke $75,000 for the first time.
Wed Nov 06 2024

Soccer: No booze in 2034 World Cup, LGBTQ fans welcome, Saudi ambassador says
Plenty of fun can be had without alcohol, says Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, the host country's ambassador to the United Kingdom.
Fri Feb 14 2025

Trump's accusations against South Africa spark 'white privilege' self-mockery
White South Africans, who make up less than 10% of the population, still own most of the country's farmland.
Fri Feb 14 2025

Malaysia on track to ratify UN space treaties - Chang
Chang Lih Kang says the UNCOPUOS committee plays a vital role in formulating agreements and guidelines for responsible space exploration.
Fri Feb 14 2025

Urgent action needed to improve English proficiency among Malaysian students
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye proposes to use English language beyond the classroom, such as integrating it into extracurricular activities.
Fri Feb 14 2025

1MDB: Azam Baki instructed me to continue probe until solid evidence was obtained - witness
MACC officer says Tan Sri Azam Baki said the information gathered during 2015 Saudi trip was insufficient and needed solid evidence.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Thailand receives 260 victims of human trafficking from Myanmar, army says
The massive repatriation comes amid a mounting crackdown on scam centres operating along a porous border.
Thu Feb 13 2025

All of Donald Trump's tariffs and threatened trade actions
Here is a roundup of Trump's trade-related steps and threats.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Jasin house fire: Man recalls last screams of wife, four children
The man survived but his wife and four children tragically lost their lives in the incident.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Egypt's President Sisi to stay away from White House if Gaza displacement on agenda
Egypt's President and Jordan's King urge that Gaza should be rebuilt without displacing Palestinians, the Egyptian presidency said.
Thu Feb 13 2025

R. Kelly's sex trafficking conviction upheld
Federal appeals court conclude that the singer exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
Thu Feb 13 2025