WHO says China may be struggling to keep a tally of COVID cases
Official figures from China have become an unreliable guide as less testing is being done across the country.
Thu Dec 22 2022
WHO says still doesn't have full access to Ethiopia's Tigray
WHO said it still does not have the unfettered access to Ethiopia's northern Tigray region stipulated in a truce signed a month ago.
Sat Dec 03 2022
WHO says more than 18,000 cases of monkeypox globally, most in Europe
So far, 98 pct of cases outside the countries in Africa have been reported in men who have sex with men, WHO said.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Biden orders review of COVID origins as lab leak theory debated
Washington's frustration has mounted in recent weeks over what it sees as insufficient cooperation from China into the investigation.
Thu May 27 2021
The WHO's China mission: Five questions still unanswered
After a mission that lasted nearly a month, here are five things we still don't know about the virus' origin.
Thu Feb 11 2021
WHO team in Wuhan hold "good discussions" with Chinese counterparts
The team would be limited to visits organised by their Chinese hosts and have no contact with community members, because of health curbs.
Tue Feb 02 2021
WHO team in Wuhan set to leave quarantine in investigation of COVID origins
The team which worked via videoconference while in quarantine is expected to remain in China for two more weeks.
Thu Jan 28 2021
Johnson says evidence UK virus strain more deadly
Johnson said in addition to spreading more quickly, evidence shows that the new variant may be associated with a higher degree of mortality.
Sat Jan 23 2021
Independent pandemic review panel critical of China, WHO delays
The panel called for a 'global reset' and said that it would make recommendations in a final report to health ministers in May.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Herd immunity: What you need to know
The term "herd immunity" has been floating around since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic as a solution to end the crisis. Here's all you need to know.
Thu Nov 12 2020
WHO's Ryan: Don't turn COVID-19 into 'political football'
"It is important that we have consistent messaging from all levels, and it's not for one country or one entity; consistent messaging between science and between government" WHO's Mike Ryan said.
Thu Sep 17 2020
Don't expect first COVID-19 vaccinations until early 2021: WHO's Ryan
WHO's head of emergencies program Mike Ryan said researchers are making "good progress" in developing vaccines against COVID-19 but their first use cannot be be expected until early 2021.
Thu Jul 23 2020
'This virus may never go away' - WHO
The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 could become endemic like HIV.
Wed May 13 2020
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