Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings
According to the State Fire and Rescue Department Operations Centre, a fire broke out at the Kayu Madang landfill.
Mon Mar 25 2024
Air quality remains unhealthy in Klang
The API data is released every hour, based on the readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations nationwide.
Thu Oct 19 2023
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 5pm
Eight areas in Peninsular Malaysia recorded unhealthy API readings, with Klang in Selangor recording the highest reading of 159.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Batu Pahat and Alor Gajah record unhealthy air
The API data is issued hourly based on readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations located throughout the country.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am
Eight areas recorded Air Pollutant Index readings at unhealthy levels, with Cheras registering the highest reading of 157.
Mon Oct 09 2023
Cloud seeding when API remains above 150 for over 24 hours, says Minister
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the ministry has activated the National Haze Action Plan for actions to be taken by the relevant agencies.
Tue Oct 03 2023
16 areas in nine states record unhealthy API readings
Based on the Malaysian API Management System website, Cheras in the federal capital recorded the highest API at 164.
Mon Oct 02 2023
Cross-border haze not expected to occur soon - MetMalaysia
Cross-border haze from east and central Kalimantan, Indonesia is not expected to hit the country soon, said the Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).
Sat Jul 04 2020
Haze is back in Penang
The haze has started to blanket Penang skies and the condition is expected to last until mid-September due to the transitional period of the changing winds.
Thu Aug 18 2016
Haze: Moderate air quality in several areas
The area with moderate API reading are Shah Alam, Banting, Kuala Selangor, Putrajaya, Petaling Jaya, Indera Mahkota, Kuantan, Nilai, Batu Muda, Cheras, Kuching.
Wed Aug 17 2016
Haze: Air quality improves, no unhealthy API readings - DoE
The air quality nationwide has improved with no areas recording an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index reading.
Sun Apr 24 2016
Unhealthy API forces 83 schools in Sabah to close today, tomorrow
More schools were ordered to close on Monday and Tuesday following unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings.
Mon Apr 04 2016
77 schools in Papar, Beaufort, Kuala Penyu to close tomorrow due to unhealthy API
A total of 77 schools in three districts in Sabah have been ordered to be closed tomorrow due to unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings.
Sun Apr 03 2016
Long-term exposure to bauxite dust can lead to Alzheimer, says researcher
Bauxite contained aluminium hydroxide and if inhaled,the bauxite dust which is released into the air over a long period of time could block the oxygen supply to the blood and nervous system.
Thu Jan 07 2016
Air quality improves, more areas with good API in the evening
The number of areas recording Air Pollutant Index (API) readings for moderate air quality decreased to eight this evening compared to 11 at noon today.
Sun Nov 01 2015
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