The suspension comes following allegations of bribery linked to army procurement projects, with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission raiding several firms suspected of involvement in a bribery scheme and freezing bank accounts belonging to a suspect and their family members.
LESBOS, Greece, Jan 16 - Over two dozen aid workers involved in refugee rescues in Greece were acquitted of migrant smuggling charges in a multi-year case that rights groups said was a baseless attempt to ban aid for refugees heading to Europe.
Hydrogen cyanide, a toxic chemical, may have helped spark the chemistry that led to life. When frozen, it forms crystals with highly reactive surfaces that can drive unusual chemical reactions, even in extreme cold. These reactions could produce more reactive molecules that
The highly-anticipated LP will take its name from a traditional Korean folk song that is "associated with emotions of connection, distance, and reunion"
Witkoff also described Trump's emotional reaction during a November White House visit by Israeli hostages and their families, including 17 of the last 20 hostages released the previous month. 'I saw the tears. He doesn't like anyone to see tears. And he said to me, "This is the
On 13 January, the European Commission raised €11 billion of EU-Bonds in its 1st syndicated transaction for 2026. The dual-tranche transaction concerned a new €6bn EU-Bond maturing on 12 July 2029 and a €5 billion tap of the EU-Bond maturing on 12 October 2055. The 3-year bond
[The Conversation Africa] Our prehistoric human ancestors relied on deliberately modified and sharpened stone tools as early as 3.3 million years ago. The selection of rock type depended on how easily the material could be flaked to the desired shape and form.
[RFI] Videos shared on Ukrainian social media since the weekend claim to show African nationals fighting in the ranks of the Russian army - raising fresh questions about Moscow's overseas recruitment practices.
The 15-track collection, the rapper's first in eight years, includes previously-released singles “Punk Rocky” and “Helicopter"
For years, strange red dots in James Webb images left scientists puzzled. New research shows they are young black holes hidden inside dense clouds of gas, glowing as they devour their surroundings. These black holes are smaller than expected but grow rapidly, shedding light on
Giving an analogy, the deputy prime minister said that past attempts to create a “big umbrella” for Malays without the party had failed because it was not “attached to its original home”.
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On 14 January, the European Commission disbursed €464 million to Lithuania, marking the fourth payment under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The Facility is the centerpiece of NextGenerationEU - the Commission's post-pandemic programme to support Member States'
On January 7, Cambodian authorities announced they had detained and deported Chen Zhi, founder and former chairman of Prince Group, a multinational conglomerate accused of fronting a global multibillion-dollar fraud operation. Chen, a former advisor to ex-Prime Minister Hun
Similar scenes played out at alleged scam compounds across Cambodia this week as the government said it was cracking down on the multibillion-dollar industry.
The host made the suggestion after Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado "presented" her Nobel Peace Prize to the president
Gas leak explosion in Utrecht's historic centre injures four, damages buildings, and displaces 100 residents. Mayor says return may be delayed due to debris.
[Ghanaian Times] FIFA said on Tuesday it received more than 500 million ticket requests for the 2026 World Cup during a 33-day application window that closed this week, describing it as a new milestone in world sporting history.
President Museveni has about 76% of the vote with results in from nearly half of all polling stations.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government will review and reorganise all procurement.
One man died and nine others were injured by the air conditioning gas explosion at HELP University.
A week-long literary event was cancelled after 180 authors boycotted it because of the ban.
The woman, who accused Oren and Alon Alexander of sexual assault, was found dead in Sydney late last year.
Japan and Italy upgraded their relationship to a special strategic partnership, emphasizing economic and energy security and marking 160 years of diplomatic ties.
By Emily Rose JERUSALEM, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Israel is grappling with a dramatic increase in post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide among its troops after its two-year assault on Gaza, precipitated by the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel. Recent reports by
Also in this newsletter: Brussels insists it will work with the US on Arctic security despite Trump's threat to grab Greenland, and two dozen humanitarian workers are cleared of human trafficking charges in a symbolic case in Greece.
Global temperatures in 2025 ranked as the third-highest on record, according to data from EU's Copernicus Global Climate Highlights report published today. This year sat just 0.01°C below the levels seen in 2023, and while 2024 remains the warmest year ever documented, 2025
Independent music publisher Kobalt has formed a worldwide partnership with Madverse Music Group, an India-based company serving the South Asian independent music sector with distribution, publishing and marketing services. Under the agreement, Madverse’s community of
No-one was hurt, but the aircraft's engine was damaged and it has been grounded for repairs.
'The Bone Temple', the second entry into the '28 Years' trilogy is a spine-chillingly brutal and beautiful film that clings to kindness in a world corrupted by rage.
Sony Pictures Networks India has restructured its leadership team to support its evolution into a content-driven, multi-lingual entertainment company that treats all distribution platforms equally. The Mumbai-based broadcaster unveiled the changes Friday, explaining that the
A local record of 186mm fell in the 24 hours to the morning of Jan 16 in one spot.
Trump confirmed later on social media that Machado had left the medal for him to keep, and he said it was an honour to meet her.
During their joint visit to Beirut, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa met with President of the Republic of Lebanon Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. On the first anniversary of President Aoun's nomination,
This comes days after prosecutors in a separate case demanded Yoon be sentenced to death for his role as the "ringleader of an insurrection".
The Cambodian government said it was cracking down on the multibillion-dollar industry.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Antonio Costa visited Damascus on 9 January to discuss the renewed bilateral relations with Syria. They met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Shaara to discuss this new chapter in bilateral
Adam and Lucy Johnstone have seen the money they receive for their milk tumble over the last three months.
There are relatively few medical centres in Afghanistan that can help treat malnutrition.
One of Yoon’s lawyers said the former president would appeal against the ruling.
SEOUL, Jan 16 - A South Korean court on Friday sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison for charges including obstructing attempts to arrest him following his failed bid to impose martial law.
