Taliban mark two years since return to power in Afghanistan
Taliban parades were expected through the day and several departments, including the education ministry, held gatherings to celebrate.
Tue Aug 15 2023
Kabul hotel attack ends as three gunmen killed; two foreigners injured
Taliban sources said the attack was carried out at Longan Hotel where Chinese and other foreigners usually stay.
Tue Dec 13 2022
Taliban publicly execute man accused of murder, in a first since takeover
The execution was carried out by the father of the victim, who shot the man three times, Mujahid said in a statement.
Thu Dec 08 2022
Taliban say they've not found body of al Qaeda leader
The Taliban said they are continuing investigations after the US said they killed Ayman al-Zawahiri in an airstrike in Kabul last month.
Thu Aug 25 2022
A year of Taliban rule gives Afghanistan security but little hope
Afghanistan struggles with rising poverty, drought, malnutrition and fading hope among women that they will have a decisive role.
Mon Aug 15 2022
For struggling Afghan family, the next meal is a matter of faith
Already vulnerable after months of severe drought and decades of war that forced many to flee homes, Afghans are entering the unknown.
Fri Dec 31 2021
Dozens killed and wounded as blasts and gunfire hit Kabul hospital
At least 25 people were killed and more than 50 wounded when gunmen attacked Afghanistan's biggest military hospital.
Wed Nov 03 2021
Taliban says failure to recognise their government could have global effects
The Taliban calls on the United States and other countries to recognise their government in Afghanistan.
Sun Oct 31 2021
Afghan girls stuck at home, waiting for Taliban plan to re-open schools
As the weeks pass in Afghanistan, the new Taliban administration has yet to announce when it will re-open secondary schools for girls.
Sat Oct 02 2021
Afghanistan's Taliban say working on reopening girls' high schools
Taliban stirred scepticism when they said last week that they would open schools for high school-aged boys but not girls.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Exclusive - Afghan women should not work alongside men, senior Taliban figure says
Taliban officials have said women would be able to work and study within the limits laid down by sharia.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Taliban claim control of Panjshir, opposition says resistance will continue
Taliban declares that the capture of Panjshir valley completed the takeover of Afghanistan and will unveil a new government soon.
Tue Sep 07 2021
At least 17 killed in celebratory gunfire in Kabul - Reports
The gunfire drew a rebuke from the main Taliban spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid.
Sat Sep 04 2021
Biden says Afghanistan exit marks the end of US nation-building
Biden portrayed the chaotic exit as a logistical success that would have been just as messy even if it had been launched weeks earlier.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Taliban says US drone strike in Kabul also killed civilians - Chinese state TV
Zabihullah Mujahid said seven people were killed in the drone attack, describing the US action on foreign soil as unlawful.
Mon Aug 30 2021
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
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024