India reports over 40,000 suspected heatstroke cases over summer
Billions across Asia are grappling with extreme heat this summer in a trend scientists say has been worsened by human-driven climate change.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Consider This: Politics - Young Malay Voters “Turning Green”?
In recent elections, we've seen a trend where young Malay voters are increasingly gravitating towards conservative political parties. This shift challenges conventional wisdom that younger generations typically support progressive reforms. What factors are shaping the political behaviours of young Malays today? And what might this trend mean for the future of Malaysia's political landscape, and our multicultural society? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Syaza Shukri, Associate Professor of Political Science at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Analysis: Increase COVID-19 messaging to encourage boosters, derail misinformation
Malaysia is grappling with an increasing number of cases, a trend that is unlikely to end as it heads into year end festivities.
Thu Dec 21 2023
North Korea closes multiple embassies around the world
More than a dozen missions may close, likely because of international sanctions, a trend of Pyongyang's disengaging globally.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Tourists flock to Chinese zoo to see 'human-like' bear
Visitor at Hangzhou Zoo have gone up by 30 percent to around 20,000 a day since a video of the Malayan Sun bear, became a trending topic.
Wed Aug 02 2023
UAE president names son Abu Dhabi crown prince, brothers to top roles
The choice of Sheikh Khaled as crown prince reflects a trend across most Gulf Arab monarchies towards direct lineage.
Thu Mar 30 2023
Handwriting still has a place in our connected world - in fact it's a trend on social media
Here's a look at our ambiguous relationship with the pen, on the occasion of World Handwriting Day.
Sun Jan 22 2023
The end of sneakers? Why this is a trend that's set to run
After being in the spotlight for several years, sneakers saw their popularity grow with the pandemic.
Mon Nov 22 2021
Miniature rattan weaves becoming a trend
For Zanurah Ramli, producing small-sized or miniature rattan weaves is a real satisfaction and even a challenge for her and husband.
Sat Sep 11 2021
MCO: Drug activities at wild parties a trend in Kuching, Padawan
Organising drug parties has become a trend in the Kuching and Padawan districts during the implementation of Movement Control Order 3.0, said Sarawak Police commissioner Datuk Aidi Ismail, today.
Mon Jun 14 2021
What are nutricosmetics?
A trend that includes nutricosmetics, the concept of which has existed for years, but which is set to see an explosion of interest.
Sat Apr 10 2021
Smartphones sold without a charger: why is this a trend?
After having made fun of Apple and its iPhone 12 sold without a charger, Xiaomi and Samsung are following suit.
Tue Dec 29 2020
Foods of the future set to green taste buds
A trend among the young generation is to take ingredients that are not highly prized and to add value.
Thu Oct 22 2020
Unsuited to new era? Fate of formal fashion hangs by a thread
Most people in "white-collar" jobs are working from home, with a newfound love of sweatpants, a trend that may outlive the pandemic.
Thu Oct 15 2020
PENJANA: Early initiative to drive country's economy
The ePENJANA initiative was an encouragement for the society to shift from using cash to e-wallet, which is now a trend under the new normal lifestyle.
Fri Jun 26 2020
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
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