Trump taps loyalists with few qualifications for top jobs
Donald Trump's picks suggest a major shift in US government operations and America's global role over the next four years.
Thu Nov 14 2024
US orders evacuation of diplomats' families from Lebanon
Due to the escalation of the conflict between Israel and the Hezbollah, the US government has ordered the evacuation of the family members of its diplomats in Lebanon
Sat Sep 28 2024
Why is the US government trying to ban TikTok?
Here is a look at the effort to ban the app, its chances in the US Senate and what that would actually mean.
Tue Apr 23 2024
US government shutdown could add misery to air travel
A partial govt shutdown could disrupt air travel and the govt would need to furlough 1,000 air traffic controllers in training.
Thu Sep 28 2023
US says it no longer deems Donald Trump immune from E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
Donald Trump suffered a legal defeat as the US government reversed its earlier position on his immunity from the defamation lawsuit against him.
Wed Jul 12 2023
US to declare Russia's Wagner Group a transnational criminal organisation
The US government wants to declare the Russian private army the Wagner Group a transnational criminal organisation, National Security Council communications director John Kirby announced.
Sat Jan 21 2023
Democrats, Republicans sponsor bill to give thousands of Afghans path to citizenship
The bill also would expand eligibility for Special Immigration Visas beyond Afghans who worked for the US government.
Wed Aug 10 2022
US is ready to implement ban on Xinjiang goods on June 21
The US government says China is committing genocide against Uyghur Muslims.
Thu Jun 02 2022
US orders some personnel to leave Shanghai consulate
Non-emergency US government workers ordered to leave the consulate in Shanghai due to a surge in COVID cases.
Tue Apr 12 2022
US sanctions Russia's Putin, top officials over Ukraine invasion
The US government on Friday joined European countries in slapping sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Sat Feb 26 2022
The case for, and against, COVID-19 vaccine boosters
THE US government aims to begin offering COVID-19 vaccine booster shots widely next week to Americans age 16 and up.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Biden says US committed to safe passage for last 100-200 Americans left in Afghanistan
US government had reached out 19 times to Americans in Afghanistan since March, offering to help them leave the country.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Ransomware gang REvil's websites become unreachable
REvil was already drawing top-level US government attention and pressure has been mounting on Washington to take more decisive action.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Serial killer specialist 'appalled' by US executions in new film
Lisa Montgomery is due to become the first female executed by the US government in 67 years.
Wed Nov 18 2020
1MDB: Malaysia received US$620 mln to date
Tengku Zafrul conveyed the government's appreciation to the US Government and the DOJ for their efforts in recovering these assets which rightfully belong to Malaysia.
Wed Apr 15 2020
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
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