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
Weather warnings issued in US Northern California ahead of bomb cyclone
A flood watch is issued as rainfall threatens to worsen existing risks of creek and river overflow.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Russia begins mass production of radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters
The "KUB-M" shelter looks like a reinforced shipping container which gives some protection against radiation, shrapnel, debris and fires.
Wed Nov 20 2024
In bombarded northern Gaza, 'hell is boiling' for civilians who remain
The area is cut off from Gaza City, communication is limited, food supplies are dwindling, and prices for available goods are skyrocketing.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Georgia poll worker threatened to bomb election workers, US prosecutors say
Prosecutors said the letter ended with a handwritten note: "PS boom toy in early vote place, cigar burning, be safe."
Tue Nov 05 2024
Under bombardment, Lebanon's expectant mothers fear for their unborn babies
Around 11,600 pregnant women remain in Lebanon, of whom around 4,000 are expected to deliver in the next three months, according to OCHA.
Sun Nov 03 2024
India acts to curb spread of hoax bomb threats on social media
The Indian government on Saturday directed social media platforms to prevent the dissemination of hoax bomb threats targeting airlines, schools, hospitals and hotels across the South Asian country.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Blinken urges halt to Middle East conflict as Israel bombs historic Lebanese port city
Israel began to bomb the UNESCO-listed port city of Tyre roughly three hours after issuing an order online for residents to flee.
Wed Oct 23 2024
Singapore fighter jets escort Air India flight after bomb threat
Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said Singapore's ground based air defence systems and explosive disposal team were also activated.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Japanese nuclear bombs survivors' group wins Nobel Peace Prize
Hibakusha, survivors of the only two nuclear bombs used in war, have devoted their lives to advocating for a nuclear-free world.
Fri Oct 11 2024
Israel bombs Lebanon, Gaza ahead of one-year anniversary of Oct. 7 attacks
Israel's defence minister declares all options were open for retaliation against arch-enemy Iran.
Mon Oct 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Israel cannot bomb its way to peace
For Israel, the path of relentless militarism will likely yield diminishing returns, leaving it more isolated and less secure.
Sat Oct 05 2024
Japan airport shut after likely WW2-era bomb explodes near runway, 87 flights cancelled
Miyazaki Airport shut its runway after the explosion caused a crater, deep in the middle of the taxiway next to the runway.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Three Palestinian leaders killed in Israel strike in Beirut
The intensifying Israeli bombardment has killed a string of top Hezbollah officials, including its leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.
Mon Sep 30 2024
UNIFIL warns of 'devastating consequences' for region in case of further escalation in Southern Lebanon
The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) warned of "far-reaching and devastating consequences" if Israel's attacks escalate.
Tue Sep 24 2024
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