What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge?
The rise in respiratory illnesses comes as China braces for its first winter season since lifting COVID-19 restrictions December last year.
Sat Dec 02 2023
New Zealand removes final COVID-19 restrictions
New Zealand will no longer have to wear a face mask in health care facilities or isolate for seven days after contracting the virus.
Mon Aug 14 2023
Rights group sues over Biden rule curbing asylum at U.S.-Mexico border
The strict new asylum regulation is a key part of Biden's strategy to address a possible rise in illegal immigration as COVID-19 restrictions, known as Title 42, ended at midnight on Thursday.
Fri May 12 2023
S Korea ends nearly all Covid-19 restrictions
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Thursday declared an end to almost all COVID-19 restrictions, including mandatory isolation.
Thu May 11 2023
Sri Lanka removes COVID-19 restrictions for passengers
The requirement to produce a COVID-19 vaccination certificate by any person arriving from overseas has been removed with immediate effect.
Wed Dec 07 2022
Blank sheets of paper become symbol of defiance in China protests
Chinese protesters have turned to blank sheets of paper to express their anger over COVID-19 restrictions.
Mon Nov 28 2022
Foxconn's woes to take bigger toll on giant China iPhone plant as more workers leave - Source
The world's largest Apple iPhone factory has been grappling with strict COVID-19 restrictions that have fuelled discontent among workers.
Fri Nov 25 2022
Tourists, rejoice! Italy, Greece relax COVID-19 restrictions
As of Sunday, visitors to Italy no longer have to fill out the EU passenger locator form, a complicated online ordeal.
Mon May 02 2022
DSA 2022, NATSEC 2022 exhibitions on high note despite COVID-19 restrictions
The Defence Services Asia (DSA) 2022 and National Security (NATSEC) Asia 2022 exhibitions concluded today with positive remarks and feedback from participants despite the COVID-19 restrictions.
Thu Mar 31 2022
Malaysia hopes more Malaysians to perform umrah, haj with lifting of COVID-19 restrictions by Saudi Arabia
Idris said M'sia would always extend its cooperation to the Saudi Arabian govt to ensure the safety and health of umrah and haj pilgrims.
Thu Mar 24 2022
UK's Johnson set to scrap COVID restrictions
Johnson will set out the plans as part of a "living with COVID" strategy that aims to achieve a faster exit from the pandemic.
Mon Feb 21 2022
Netherlands won't send diplomatic group to Beijing Olympics
The Netherlands will not send an official diplomatic delegation to the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics because of COVID-19 restrictions.
Sat Jan 15 2022
Japan rules out changes to COVID-19 curbs despite Omicron
Japan's government is not considering an immediate change to current COVID-19 restrictions.
Thu Dec 23 2021
UK says 14 deaths and 129 hospitalised by Omicron
The UK government would not hesitate to bring in further COVID-19 restrictions if the data showed it was necessary.
Wed Dec 22 2021
Mass protest in Vienna against Austria's controversial COVID restrictions
Around 1,400 police officers were on duty to oversee the protest, which attracted an estimated 44,000 people.
Sun Dec 12 2021
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