Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader
The wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi received a death sentence for collaborating with the group and detaining Yazidi women in her home.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Pope, on Iraq visit, decries violence in the name of God as 'greatest blasphemy'
The inter-religious events reinforced the main theme of the pope's risky trip to Iraq - that the country has suffered far too much, and the killing has often been sectarian.
Sun Mar 07 2021
Amal Clooney to Iraq - Allow U.N. probe of Islamic State Yazidi crimes
Clooney says the Iraqi government needs to send a letter formally requesting the inquiry before the 15-member council can vote.
Fri Mar 10 2017
Ozlynn reveals her 'first night' with husband, Johan
Behind the funny exterior of ERA fm presenter, Mohd Yazidi Lim Mohamad Aziz or better known as Johan, lies another side of him that not many know.
Fri Feb 24 2017
US evacuation of Iraq mountain 'less likely': Pentagon
There are "far fewer" Yazidi refugees marooned on Mount Sinjar in northern Iraq than previously thought and they are in better condition than expected, the Pentagon said.
Thu Aug 14 2014
Yazidis fleeing from the ISIS
Yazidis fleeing from the ISIS
Tue Aug 12 2014
Who are the Yazidis?
Tens of thousands of Yazidis have fled the advance of the IS through northern Iraq. Who are the Yazidis actually?
Tue Aug 12 2014
Arab League denounces IS "crimes against humanity" against Yazidis
The jihadists' advances in northern Iraq have also prompted an exodus of Christians.
Mon Aug 11 2014
US planes, drones conduct more airstrikes in Iraq
US forces Saturday launched more airstrikes in northern Iraq to defend attacks on Yazidi civilians.
Sun Aug 10 2014
Obama vows to continue Iraq air strikes 'if necessary'
Obama said that he had authorized the strikes in Iraq to protect US personnel serving in the northern city of Arbil.
Sat Aug 09 2014
Why it's hard to help the Yazidi on the Iraqi mountaintop
Aside from security and safety issues, the rough terrain of northern Iraq is making it difficult to assist the Yazidi made stranded by the IS.
Fri Aug 08 2014
Turkey gives sanctuary to hundreds of Yazidis fleeing Iraq
Up to 800 people from Iraq's Yazidi community have fled across the border to Turkey after escaping an offensive by jihadists from the Islamic State (IS) group.
Fri Aug 08 2014
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