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Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

The increase in cancer rates globally has been linked to prolonged exposure to environmental contaminants.
Sat Oct 12 2024
No link between mobile phones and brain cancer, WHO-backed study says

No link between mobile phones and brain cancer, WHO-backed study says

Despite the huge rise in the use of wireless technology, there has not been a corresponding increase in the incidence of brain cancers.
Wed Sep 04 2024
MOH halts sales of Everest Fish Curry Masala, MDH Curry Powder

MOH halts sales of Everest Fish Curry Masala, MDH Curry Powder

The Everest Fish Curry Masala and MDH Curry Powder are believed to contain ethylene oxide, a carcinogenic substance.
Tue May 28 2024
How aspartame made the agenda of the WHO's cancer research arm

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

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?

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

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
Indonesia's Indomie under scrutiny over fears of carcinogens in instant noodles

Indonesia's Indomie under scrutiny over fears of carcinogens in instant noodles

Kurniasih Mufidayati urges to examine the "special chicken" flavour of Indomie, following the recall of its product in Taiwan and Malaysia.
Thu Apr 27 2023
MOH orders recall of Ah Lai White Curry, Indomie Special Chicken Flavour products

MOH orders recall of Ah Lai White Curry, Indomie Special Chicken Flavour products

Taipei's Department of Health detected ethylene oxide in both the instant noodle products.
Wed Apr 26 2023
[COLUMNIST] More tyres on the road, more pollution in the air

[COLUMNIST] More tyres on the road, more pollution in the air

The everyday wear and tear of running tyres pose a severe threat to environmental and public health.
Fri Mar 03 2023
Derailed train cars in Ohio drained of toxic chemical amid mass evacuation

Derailed train cars in Ohio drained of toxic chemical amid mass evacuation

Railroad crews drained and burned off a toxic chemical from five tanker cars of a freight train that derailed in a fiery wreck.
Tue Feb 07 2023
J&J to end global sales of talc-based baby powder

J&J to end global sales of talc-based baby powder

This comes more than two years after it ended US sales of a product that drew thousands of consumer safety lawsuits.
Sat Aug 13 2022
The oranges and grapes we eat are infested with pesticides

The oranges and grapes we eat are infested with pesticides

Scientists found pesticide residues, toxic to human health and the environment, some of them carcinogenic on both the fruits.
Sat Oct 02 2021
Work-related deaths kill nearly 2 million people a year: UN agencies

Work-related deaths kill nearly 2 million people a year: UN agencies

The study considers 19 occupational risk factors including from illnesses associated with long working hours and air pollution.
Sat Sep 18 2021
Pharmacies pull J&J sunscreens off shelves after carcinogen found in some sprays

Pharmacies pull J&J sunscreens off shelves after carcinogen found in some sprays

J&J voluntarily recalled five Neutrogena and Aveeno brand aerosol sunscreens and advised consumers to stop using the products.
Thu Jul 15 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024