Rome considering limiting tourist access to Trevi Fountain
The Italian capital is preparing to host 2025 Jubilee, a year-long Roman Catholic event expected to attract 32 mln tourists and pilgrims.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Thailand's new PM: from heiress to 'hostage'
Paetongtarn Shinawatra faces immense political risks as she steps into a role shadowed by her family's turbulent legacy.
Fri Aug 23 2024
University of Nottingham, Astro AWANI to host 'Journalism in the Age of AI Disruption' roundtable
The roundtable aims to provide a platform for journalists, media organisations, academia, civil society and government agencies to deliberate on the implications of AI on journalism and society.
Mon May 06 2024
Thai PM touts plan to host F1 in Bangkok
Srettha Thavisin asserted that Thailand has the potential to host a F1 race in Bangkok and the government was prepared to support.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount
Joe Biden's bilateral summit with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida will bring an upgrade in defense ties with Japan.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Climate change, AI in focus at Commonwealth's Oct meeting in Samoa
Samoa will be the first Pacific Island state to host the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting since its inauguration in 1971.
Wed Mar 27 2024
Malaysia rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Youth and Sports Ministry said the economic impact of hosting the quadrennial Games could not be identified in the short term.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Games - Victoria govt exaggerated Commonwealth costs on withdrawal, says auditor
The report said agencies failed to work together to give 'frank, full and timely advice' to govt before it decided to host the games.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Malaysia considers hosting 'downsized' Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games Federation has offered Malaysia 100 million pounds ($127.33 million) in supporting funds if it decides to host.
Mon Mar 18 2024
2026 Commonwealth Games: Cabinet discussions next week on whether Malaysia ready to host
The fate of 2026 Commonwealth Games remains uncertain after Australia, originally slated to host, withdrew due to increasing hosting costs.
Wed Mar 13 2024
Selangor govt to host Chinese New Year celebration on Feb 24
The celebration is expected to have an attendance of around 15,000 people, from 10 am to 6 pm.
Thu Feb 15 2024
Tokyo to host Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting in July - Japanese cabinet
Japan will host the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM) in Tokyo from July 16-18.
Fri Feb 02 2024
Saudi Arabia to host World Economic Forum meeting in April
The meeting scheduled to take place from April 28-29, will focus on global collaboration, growth and energy, said Faisal Alibrahim.
Fri Jan 19 2024
Iconic Merdeka Stadium to host Sultan of Selangor Cup
The Merdeka Stadium is set to come alive again after being chosen as the venue for the 2024 Sultan of Selangor Cup on Aug 17.
Wed Jan 03 2024
'Black-ish' star Anthony Anderson to host Emmys ceremony
The 75th annual Primetime Emmys will take place on January 15th after it was delayed due to the 2023 Hollywood strikes.
Thu Dec 14 2023