'Challenge' to maintain world's focus on global health after COVID-19: Bill Gates
Gates said it was a "paradox" that funding for tackling diseases like malaria and AIDS could actually drop this year.
Tue Sep 13 2022
Shanghai Disney Resort to reopen Disneytown, hotel on June 16
The resort has been shut since March 21, after COVID-19 cases began rising.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Almost a third of people report lingering symptom 6-12 months after COVID-19 - Study
The study suggests that the most commonly reported long-term symptoms were changes in sense of smell and taste, as well as fatigue.
Sat Mar 05 2022
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Fri Jan 21 2022
Hong Kong to cull 2,000 hamsters after COVID-19 outbreak
Hong Kong warned people not to kiss pets and ordered a mass cull of hamsters on Tuesday.
Wed Jan 19 2022
Traders in Hulu Langat hoping for aid to restore business
Now traders in the Batu 14 area, in Hulu Langat are dumbstruck to having had to bear another huge loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and this time, due to flood.
Mon Dec 20 2021
Blinken halts Asia trip after COVID-19 case in US travelling group
Blinken would return to Washington to mitigate infection risks "out of an abundance of caution", a State Department spokesperson said.
Thu Dec 16 2021
Singapore court stays Malaysian's imminent execution after COVID-19 infection
Proceedings postponed as Nagaenthran Dharmalingam has tested positive.
Tue Nov 09 2021
Man dies after being gored at Spanish bull-running festival
It was the first such fatality in the country since such events resumed after COVID-19 curbs were relaxed during the summer.
Sun Oct 31 2021
To build back better after COVID-19, Commonwealth needs to address the digital divide
In order for the Commonwealth to build back better during the global COVID-19 recovery phase, collective action is needed to address the digital divide between developed and developing countries.
Thu Sep 16 2021
South Korea to compensate nurse paralysed after COVID-19 shot
The nurse received AstraZeneca's shot on March 12 and later suffered from double vision and paralysis and was diagnosed with acute encephalomyelitis.
Fri Aug 06 2021
Return to normal life after COVID-19 may not occur until 2023 - French scientist
France could reach around 50,000 new daily COVID-19 cases by the beginning of August.
Fri Jul 23 2021
Nearly 3,000 confined to cabins after COVID-19 case on Singapore cruise
The World Dream cruise liner had 1,646 passengers and 1,249 crew members on board who are now required to remain in their stateroom.
Wed Jul 14 2021
British royal Kate self-isolating after COVID-19 contact
The Duchess of Cambridge is not experiencing any symptoms, but is following all relevant government guidelines and is self-isolating at home.
Mon Jul 05 2021
Obesity linked to longer-term effects after COVID-19 recovery, study says
Dr Burguera says the observations of this study can possibly be explained by the underlying mechanisms at work in patients who have obesity.
Fri Jun 04 2021
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
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