'Doomsday Clock' stuck at 100 seconds to midnight
The 'Doomsday Clock' will remain at 100 seconds to midnight, amid the threats from COVID-19, nuclear war and climate change.
Thu Jan 28 2021
At least 10 killed by wildfires in California wine country
The deaths marked the first wildfire-related fatalities in California this year and are believed to represent the largest loss of life from a single incident.
Tue Oct 10 2017
California governor declares state of emergency for wildfire
The blaze is burning east of the town of Oroville, about 85 miles (137 km) north of the state capital of Sacramento.
Sat Sep 02 2017
California governor under fire over 'tampon tax'
Citing concerns about cost, Brown on Tuesday rejected a bill to repeal the so-called "tampon tax," drawing criticism from state lawmakers who had pushed for the measure.
Thu Sep 15 2016
US actor Robert Downey Jr. pardoned for drug conviction
US actor Robert Downey Jr. has been pardoned by the governor of California for a 1996 drug conviction that landed him in prison.
Fri Dec 25 2015
State of emergency declared in San Bernardino after shooting
California Governor Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in San Bernardino County Friday following the December 2 attack there that killed 14 people.
Sat Dec 19 2015
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
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