Nearly 2 million excess deaths followed China's sudden end of COVID curbs - Study
China's decision last December to end the three-year zero-COVID policy, led to a massive surge in hospitalisations and deaths.
Fri Aug 25 2023
DeSantis bashes Trump as 2024 campaign swing begins
Ron DeSantis bashed Trump on issues such as immigration, COVID policy and federal spending.
Wed May 31 2023
Protester breaks silence on China's crackdown on COVID demonstrators
The protesters who are still detained are young intellectuals and creatives.
Wed Apr 19 2023
How China's new No.2 hastened the end of Xi's zero-COVID policy
Li Qiang abruptly drove a decision to activate the reopening plans sooner than intended.
Fri Mar 03 2023
China reports 59,938 COVID-related hospital deaths since Dec. 8
China said nearly 60,000 people with COVID-19 had died in hospital since it abandoned its zero-COVID policy last month.
Sun Jan 15 2023
Tourism industry gearing up to receive tourists from China
Tourism industry players are eager to receive tourists from China amidst the expected relaxation of the country's zero-COVID policy early next year.
Thu Dec 29 2022
China protests highlight Xi's COVID policy dilemma - to walk it back or not
These are the most public and most widespread displays of anger by the citizenry against government policy, Bates Gill said.
Tue Nov 29 2022
China warns against extra 'layers' of COVID curbs as outbreaks widen
Pressure is growing on the central govt to rein in over-zealous authorities fearing blame for failing to contain the virus.
Thu Nov 10 2022
China's perseverance in zero- COVID policy sparks worry among Beijing residents
China said over the weekend that it will persevere with its "dynamic-clearing" approach to COVID-19 cases as soon as they emerge.
Mon Nov 07 2022
China vows to continue with 'dynamic-clearing' COVID strategy
China's zero-COVID policy includes lockdowns, quarantining and rigorous testing, aimed at stopping the spread of COVID.
Sat Nov 05 2022
China striving to control new COVID outbreaks - Commission
China should unwaveringly stick to its dynamic zero-COVID policy, the National Health Commission said.
Thu Nov 03 2022
China considers shorter COVID quarantine for visitors - Bloomberg News
China now requires travellers to isolate for 10 days on entry, with seven days in a hotel room, followed by three days of home monitoring.
Thu Oct 20 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysia's COVID-19 cases surge to 2,246, Sri Lankan President extends curfew until 11 May
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Tue May 10 2022
'Like a prison': Shanghai, Beijing ratchet up COVID restrictions
China is adamant that it will stick to its zero-COVID policy to fight the disease.
Tue May 10 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: COVID-19 cases in Malaysia goes up to 32,070, Families in despair as HK zero COVID policy may separate families
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Fri Feb 25 2022
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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