Is climate change lighting a fuse under Iceland's volcanoes?
One of the greatest risks to tourists is a phreatic explosion - a blast of hot steam, ash and rocks that comes with little warning.
Sat Nov 02 2024
July 2025 end of the road for NGV-powered vehicles
Anthony Loke says some users have modified their vehicles by installing cooking gas (LPG) cylinders, which is extremely dangerous.
Mon Nov 04 2024
US music supremo Quincy Jones, who worked with Sinatra and Jackson, dies aged 91
Quincy Jones was a trumpeter, bandleader, arranger, composer, producer and winner of 27 Grammy Awards.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Malaysia complains to Vietnam over South China Sea reef expansion, sources say
Malaysia's letter was sent to Vietnam's foreign ministry in early October but has so far received no reply, two officials said.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Volcanic eruption burns houses in Indonesia, killing at least 10 people
Fiery lava and rocks hit the nearest settlements around four kms from the crater, burning and damaging residents' houses.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Defence applies for transfer of Muhyiddin's case to High Court
In the same proceedings, the judge also granted Muhyiddin an exemption from attending the next mention hearing due to logistical reasons.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Protests over Spain flood response interrupt king's visit to stricken Valencia suburb
Residents protest during a visit by Spanish King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and PM Pedro Sanchez, with some throwing mud at them.
Mon Nov 04 2024
[COLUMNIST] From misogyny to extremism: A call for gender mainstreaming in P/CVE
Gender discrimination has far-reaching societal consequences that extend beyond commonly acknowledged impacts.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Israel terminates cooperation with UNRWA - Ambassador to UN
Israel terminates its cooperation with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, Israeli ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, announced.
Mon Nov 04 2024
India hands out fines to owners of polluting vehicles, building sites
New Delhi is the world's most polluted major city, Swiss group IQAir said in its live rankings.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Pressure on Israel: I have taken steps beyond willingness of other countries - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said when it comes to Israel, the govt cannot make rhetorical decisions merely to attract public attention.
Mon Nov 04 2024