Maui's chief of emergency management resigns amid criticism
Some Maui residents said lives could have been saved if emergency sirens sounded but Herman Andaya it would be ineffective and confusing.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Maui officials defend decision not to sound sirens during wildfire
Herman Andaya said sounding sirens during the fire might have led people to evacuate toward the danger.
Thu Aug 17 2023
Paul Reubens, actor who played Pee-wee Herman, dies at 70
Paul Reubens died overnight after a years-long battle with cancer, a post on his Instagram account said.
Tue Aug 01 2023
Is it just the heat, or does the concept of uneconomic growth make a lot more sense now?
The idea may seem particularly compelling as heatwaves and wildfires linked to climate change spread.
Sat Jul 30 2022
Argentine family comes home after 22-year drive around the world
The family have covered five continents in a 1928 jalopy on an adventure that began in 2000.
Mon Mar 21 2022
Analysis - UN climate report increases urgency for green investment funds
Dire warnings about climate change are a call to action for investors who put their money into helping the environment.
Tue Aug 10 2021
Researchers' new best friend? Robot dog gets to work
The black and yellow robot can also enter and inspect areas that are hard to reach or could expose humans to radiation risks.
Tue May 18 2021
60 individuals held over graft probe in Sarawak this year - MACC
49 investigation papers were opened during the period, and 30 of the individuals have been detained and charged in court.
Thu Oct 15 2020
Former public officer charged with three other counts of accepting bribes in Perak
A former public officer in Perak, who was charged with accepting bribes totalling RM149,600 on July 17, was charged again at the Sessions Court.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Fish wholesaler charged with killing Irwan Herman
A fish wholesaler was charged in the Magistrate Court here today for killing Irwan Herman Kamarudin.
Mon Jun 01 2020
Tougher penalties for drunk driving and restrict sales of alcohol
Alcohol is often described as part of a culture.
Wed May 27 2020
Man killed in accident involving drunken driver
A man was killed last night after a car which was going against traffic flow, driven by motorist believed to be drunk.
Tue May 26 2020
Cooperation between leaders and people made his diplomatic tasks in Malaysia easier - Indonesian envoy
For outgoing Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia, Herman Prayitno, his four-year stint in Malaysia has been a fairly smooth ride and felt like being in his home country.
Fri Jan 27 2017
Selangor UMNO to submit GE14 candidates list earlier
This is to ensure the candidates are truly accepted by the people, says Tan Sri Noh Omar.
Mon Jul 04 2016
Tawau police shoot dead man on most wanted list
Police today shot dead a man on their 'most wanted' list, who was believed to have been involved in more than 20 robberies in the district.
Mon Jun 13 2016
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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