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COP29: Countries behind 50 per cent of methane emissions from organic waste pledge reductions

COP29: Countries behind 50 per cent of methane emissions from organic waste pledge reductions

Signatories commit to launching concrete policies and roadmaps to meet sectoral methane targets.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function

Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function

Dr. Rosnawati Yahya reports nearly 50% of dialysis patients have diabetes, highlighting the serious health risks of high sugar intake.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Malaysia achieves 89 per cent progress in affordable housing target

Malaysia achieves 89 per cent progress in affordable housing target

Nga Kor Ming says the ministry is confident of achieving the 500,000-unit target set under the 12th Malaysia Plan.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Anxious global investors brace for long-awaited US election results

Anxious global investors brace for long-awaited US election results

Investors are wary of prolonged vote counts and contested results that could fuel volatility.
Tue Nov 05 2024
US tracking nearly 500 incidents of civilian harm during Israel's Gaza war

US tracking nearly 500 incidents of civilian harm during Israel's Gaza war

The incidents are being collected by a formal mechanism for tracking and assessing any reported misuse of US-origin weapons.
Fri Nov 01 2024
World powers meet to push Lebanon aid, ceasefire

World powers meet to push Lebanon aid, ceasefire

The meeting aims to raise at least 500 million euros in urgent humanitarian aid for Lebanon and push for a ceasefire.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Facebook owner Meta restarts facial recognition tech in 'celeb-bait' crackdown

Facebook owner Meta restarts facial recognition tech in 'celeb-bait' crackdown

Meta said it will enroll about 50,000 public figures in a trial which involves automatically comparing their Facebook profile photos with images used in suspected scam advertisements.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025

Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025

The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister

Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister

The tribunal proceedings saw prosecutors request arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Inclusive Urban Planning and Urban Design

Niaga SPOTLIGHT: Inclusive Urban Planning and Urban Design

Niaga SPOTLIGHT exclusive interview with Datuk Seri Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif, Mayor, Kuala Lumpur.

Kuala Lumpur requires considerable pivoting towards accessible, inclusive infrastructure and public facilities to reap the cost-benefit advantages of universal accessibility in the medium to long term.

DS Paduka TPr Dr Maimunah Mohd Sharif discusses her vision and ongoing implementation of inclusive urban planning and urban design for the capital city.
Fri Oct 11 2024
500,000 AI-based jobs expected in Malaysia within six years

500,000 AI-based jobs expected in Malaysia within six years

Sri Ganes said collaboration between SG TVET Group Bhd and the US Artificial Intelligence Institute aims to accelerate AI adoption in M'sia.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally

Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally

The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Cable car worker in Langkawi falls about 50 metres during maintenance work

Cable car worker in Langkawi falls about 50 metres during maintenance work

The man fell to the ground while performing cable car maintenance work in Langkawi today.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Death toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon nears 500

Death toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon nears 500

The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on southern and eastern Lebanon on Monday surged to 492, including women and children.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Breaking the menopause taboo

Breaking the menopause taboo

A crisis affecting 50 million people around the world is coming into clearer view.
Sun Sep 22 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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 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