Cancer care is more than survival
Addressing not just the medical but the broader aspects of cancer care can benefit patients, communities and economies.
Sat Feb 10 2024
How aspartame made the agenda of the WHO's cancer research arm
The designation as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" will provide an incentive to fund more rigorous research into the safety question.
Fri Jul 14 2023
WHO cancer arm deems aspartame 'possible carcinogen'; consumption limits unchanged
Aspartame is one of the world's most popular sweeteners, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum.
Fri Jul 14 2023
What is aspartame, the 'possible carcinogen' in diet sodas, sugar-free juices?
Aspartame grew in popularity as a more diet-conscious consumer emerged.
Sat Jul 01 2023
EXCLUSIVE: WHO's cancer research agency to say aspartame sweetener a possible carcinogen- Sources
Aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas, Mars' and Extra chewing gum, will be listed as "possibly carcinogenic to humans".
Thu Jun 29 2023
The future of farming could be under the sea
Seaweed farming could free up millions of hectares of land and help cut carbon emissions if its true value is realised.
Sat Jun 17 2023
Blogger Aspan Alias fined RM4,500 for posting offensive comment on Agong
Blogger Aspan Alias was fined RM4,500 by the Sessions Court today for improper use of network facilities by posting offensive comment against the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on his Facebook.
Fri Jul 22 2022
Parents receive daughter's diploma eight months after she died in crash
Abd Razak Isa, 57 and his wife Najah Aspalela Alias, 52 could not contain their tears when they were called on stage to receive their deceased daughter's diploma scroll at the 19th UCAM convocation.
Mon Mar 07 2022
Pahang revokes logging approval on 40.47 hectares of land in Bukit Makro
The Pahang state government has revoked the approval of a logging area of 40.47 hectares in Bukit Makro, Maran involving government land to Amanah Saham Pahang (ASPA) on Jan 17.
Tue Feb 15 2022
Blogger Aspan Alias pleads not guilty to insulting Agong on Facebook
Aspan was charged with improper use of network facilities by initiating the transmission of the offensive communications with intention.
Mon Oct 11 2021
CBD edibles, asparagus and mushrooms: What's on the menu for spring 2021?
This year, asparagus and mushrooms are landing with a mischievous twist, thanks to a new and unexpected star of the kitchen.
Thu Mar 18 2021
Malaysian MotoGP: Bagnaia wins Moto3 class marred by accidents
The 19-year-old Italian clocked 29 minutes 29.351 seconds with five laps remaining before the marshal hoisted the red flag.
Sun Oct 30 2016
Why Pepsi's decision to ditch aspartame isn't good for soda - or science
Amid one of the most difficult stretches the diet soda business has seen, Pepsi is the first behemoth to acknowledge that big changes are needed to salvage sales.
Wed Apr 29 2015
Pepsi dropping sweetener aspartame from diet cola drinks
PepsiCo said Friday it was bowing to customer demand and doing away with the controversial sweetener aspartame in its diet line of cola drinks in the US.
Sun Apr 26 2015
International Business Forum "World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN" to be held in Malaysia
The event aims to consolidate the positions of key economic players in the region.
Mon Nov 25 2024
DHL cargo plane crashes into house near Lithuania airport, killing one; 3 hurt
According to a spokesperson, the airplane, operated by SWIFT airline on behalf of DHL, originated from Leipzig, fell on a house.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS
JAIS has been instructed to ensure that all Islamic preachers invited to the state, especially to talk on matters related to aqidah, syariah, sufism and the practice of fariqa.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Taiwan reports Chinese balloon, first time in six months
Taiwan's defence ministry reports that a Chinese balloon detected over the sea to Taiwan's north.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Growing demand for private healthcare insurance in ASEAN - Malaysian Re
There is a growing demand for private health insurance in ASEAN, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic, said Malaysian Reinsurance Bhd (Malaysian Re).
Mon Nov 25 2024
Submission of RPGT form must be made via e-CKHT on MyTax portal from January 2025 - IRB
Visit the website and log into MyTax by selecting the type of identification and entering your password, says IRB.
Mon Nov 25 2024
World Bank appoints Judith Green as country manager for Malaysia
The newly created position will have Judith Green based in World Bank Group's inclusive growth and sustainable finance hub in Kuala Lumpur.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Australia PM plays down privacy fears of social media ban for children
Anthony Albanese says social media firms would be required to destroy personal data used to verify ages of users.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Bursa Malaysia boosted by RM250.6 mil investments from local institutions last week
Local institutions were the primary supporters of Bursa Malaysia for the fifth consecutive week.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Court orders return of 172 'Pride Collection' watches to the Swatch Group
High Court judge says the Home Ministry's seizure of the Pride watches was made without a warrant and was invalid.
Mon Nov 25 2024