Sabah to promote hauntings to boost tourism
The Sabah government is looking into promoting a different kind of dark tourism to boost the state's tourism industry, and a state minister warned that it is not for the faint-hearted.
Sun Jun 27 2021
RM280 bln needed to upgrade water infrastructure - Tuan Ibrahim
About RM280 billion in investment fund is needed to upgrade water infrastructure for sustainable water supply in the country.
Thu Mar 11 2021
Wild elephant population in Peninsular Malaysia estimated at 1,450
The population of wild elephants in Peninsular Malaysia is estimated to be between 1,220 to 1,450, said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Sat Aug 12 2017
Malaysia ready to help put out Indonesian forest fires
The government was seriously concerned about the problem which could cause haze and was ready to provide assistance at any time.
Sun Jul 30 2017
Indonesia takes action to ensure haze does not recur in Malaysia - Wan Junaidi
Indonesia has taken steps to ensure the haze problem does not recur in Malaysia, said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Wed Jul 26 2017
Reflect Sabah's friendliness and culture, tourism players told
Industry players are told to be "more careful in their actions" as the industry had become very competitive and sensitive.
Wed Jul 19 2017
Masidi supports re-establishment of English medium schools in Sabah
Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Masidi Manjun has pledged his full support for the re-establishment of English medium schools in the state to improve the command of English.
Tue May 09 2017
New Bill on water resources to coordinate water management - Wan Junaidi
A new Bill on water resources will be formulated to coordinate water management in the country, says Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Sat Mar 25 2017
Possible illegal bauxite mining taking place during moratorium period - Wan Junaidi
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar did not rule out the possibility that illegal bauxite mining activities had taken place during the moratorium period,
Tue Dec 20 2016
DoE will probe Sungai Giling pollution by pig faeces - Wan Junaidi
The Department of Environment (DoE) will immediately investigate the alleged pollution of Sungai Giling by pig faeces in Kampung Batu Laut, Sepang, Selangor.
Mon Nov 07 2016
Water levels at seven dams in Peninsula at crisis stage
The water levels at seven dams in the peninsula are at the crisis stage, according to Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Wed May 04 2016
"Heatwave Emergency" if temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celcius for 7 days or more - Wan Junaidi
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, announced the move as part of the new heatwave action plan.
Fri Mar 18 2016
National Zoo gets RM70 mil upgrade in bid to achieve world standards
The National Zoo will achieve world standards in 2017 once the RM70 million upgrading process is completed, said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Sun Sep 20 2015
Dry, hazy weather forecast to end in October
The dry and hazy weather engulfing the country is forecast to end with the start of the monsoon season next month, says Natural Resources and Environment Minister.
Sat Sep 05 2015
9 more bodies of Ranau quake found - Masidi Manjun
Sabah's Tourism, Culture and Environment minister Masidi Manjun said 11 bodies have been recovered at at noon today.
Sat Jun 06 2015
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024