Ten simple rules to keep food poisoning at bay
Common sources of infection are foods that have been incorrectly stored or not cooked properly, or which have been cross-contaminated by other foods.
Sat Apr 16 2016
Vaping may lead teens to tobacco: study
Teenagers who used an e-cigarette were more likely to take up smoking a year later than those who never did, said the paper.
Wed Jan 27 2016
Global study finds early treatment is effective against HIV
Early antiretroviral treatment after diagnosis of HIV infection significantly reduces the likelihood of getting AIDS or other serious illnesses.
Thu May 28 2015
'Anti-Barbie' doll goes on sale in US
The "Lammily" doll on sale in the US is short, brunette, has an average body shape and can even be given cellulite and acne.
Sat Nov 22 2014
Toddler meals are loaded with salt: study
A new study suggests that toddlers may be eating far too much salt if they regularly consume pre-prepared meals.
Sat Mar 23 2013
Decline in childhood obesity in the US
Following recent media reports that in some cities in the US childhood obesity rates have dipped, new research now backs up with claims.
Thu Dec 27 2012
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