The Philippines' Typhoon Vamco, Malaysia issues advisory
After the devastating impact of Super Typhoon Goni just several weeks ago which left at least 25 people dead, Typhoon Vamco had struck Philippines main Luzon island overnight.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Millions without power, three dead as Typhoon Melor hits Philippines
One died of hypothermia while two others drowned in floods in the poor fishing town of Catarman in Northern Samar province.
Tue Dec 15 2015
Philippines evacuates 700,000 ahead of powerful typhoon
More than 700,000 people fled the central Philippines amid threats of giant waves, floods and landslides as powerful Typhoon Melor approached the archipelago nation.
Mon Dec 14 2015
Typhoon Noul slammed into the northern tip of the Philippines
Typhoon Noul slammed into the northern tip of the Philippines
Mon May 11 2015
Typhoon Hagupit
Millions of people in the Philippine capital hunkered down Monday as a major storm churned towards the megacity.
Mon Dec 08 2014
Woman finds pet dog lost in Philippines typhoon a year ago
The nine-year-old mongrel named Bunny survived Super Typhoon Haiyan, but went missing in the upheaval that followed the November 8 tragedy.
Tue Nov 25 2014
Mental trauma haunts Philippines typhoon survivors
Typhoon Haiyan survivors forced to grieve without professional counselling.
Mon Nov 25 2013
Philippines' typhoon: Pentagon announces help
The Pentagon announced that it was providing the Philippines with naval and aviation resources in the wake of the country's devastating typhoon.
Sun Nov 10 2013
Philippines typhoon death toll tops 1000
The death toll from a typhoon that devastated the southern Philippines earlier this month has topped 1,000 as hundreds more remain missing, the government said on Sunday.
Sun Dec 16 2012
Philippines typhoon death toll tops 900
The death toll from the strongest typhoon to hit the Philippines this year has climbed above 900, with hundreds still missing, the government said Thursday.
Thu Dec 13 2012
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
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