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[OPINION] Place health at the core of climate change policy

[OPINION] Place health at the core of climate change policy

Place health at the core of climate change policy to serve the worlds most vulnerable, argues Christopher Lockyear.
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The Future is Female: Frontline Midwifery - Providing Maternal Care in War-Torn Gaza

The Future is Female: Frontline Midwifery - Providing Maternal Care in War-Torn Gaza

*TRIGGER WARNING: INFANT LOSS.

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Krystal So Hin Pui, Midwife Activity Manager with the international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as Doctors Without Borders. Krystal recently returned from a six-week humanitarian mission to the Gaza Strip to provide prenatal, antenatal and maternity care, as well as support for survivors of sexual violence.
Sun Aug 04 2024
As famine looms in Sudan, the hungry eat soil and leaves

As famine looms in Sudan, the hungry eat soil and leaves

Nearly five million people in the country are close to famine as Sudan's civil war passes the one-year mark.
Sun May 12 2024
INSIGHT - Millions of Sudanese go hungry as war disrupts food supply

INSIGHT - Millions of Sudanese go hungry as war disrupts food supply

People venturing out from their homes in a desperate search for food at the risk of being hit by artillery shells.
Sat Mar 16 2024
MSF slams US on Gaza at UN, says children as young as 5 want to die

MSF slams US on Gaza at UN, says children as young as 5 want to die

Children who do survive this war will not only bear the visible wounds of traumatic injuries, but the invisible ones too, said MSF.
Fri Feb 23 2024
[COLUMNIST]: Are we ready for the next emergency?

[COLUMNIST]: Are we ready for the next emergency?

2023 has been marked by many humanitarian crises.Paul McPhun, Director for South-East & East Asia Pacific, MSF shares his thoughts
Mon Jan 01 2024
[COLUMNIST] Doctors Without Borders calls on governments to take action to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza

[COLUMNIST] Doctors Without Borders calls on governments to take action to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza

Though the recent truce is the first sign of humanity after weeks of relentless violence, it is by no means a solution of any kind.
Mon Dec 04 2023
'A war for life of our child': Health crisis spills out of Ukraine conflict

'A war for life of our child': Health crisis spills out of Ukraine conflict

WHO is warning that the exodus raises the spectre of a regional health catastrophe on top of the huge toll in death and destruction.
Tue Mar 08 2022
Doctors Without Borders workers kidnapped in Yemen - Sources

Doctors Without Borders workers kidnapped in Yemen - Sources

The security source said the employees were a German and a Mexican and were taken from their car by gunmen.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Pfizer offers 40 mln COVID shots to poorer countries at cost

Pfizer offers 40 mln COVID shots to poorer countries at cost

Pfizer chairman Albert Bourla says developing countries should have "the same access to vaccines as the rest of the world".
Sat Jan 23 2021
Push to bring coronavirus vaccines to the poor faces trouble

Push to bring coronavirus vaccines to the poor faces trouble

Rich countries have locked up most of the worlds potential vaccine supply through 2021.
Thu Oct 01 2020
COVID-19: Fear still exists among refugees to undergo test

COVID-19: Fear still exists among refugees to undergo test

The fear of being reported to Immigration services has deterred many refugees from seeking proper and timely treatment, Doctors Without Borders.
Fri Mar 27 2020
#ClimateEmergency: Let's be clear, you're pointless

#ClimateEmergency: Let's be clear, you're pointless

All these toxic people, both on the streets and behind their laptops throwing shades at those who are trying to do something for the planet.
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A perilous journey for women and mothers

A perilous journey for women and mothers

Women who are forced from their homes are particularly vulnerable.
Sun May 12 2019
Using compulsory licence for affordable medicines

Using compulsory licence for affordable medicines

Is CL for government use a legitimate way to enhance access to essential medicines like Sofosbuvir in developing countries like Malaysia?
Sat Mar 09 2019
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

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

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 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

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

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

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

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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM

Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024

For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show

King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show

The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024