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
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
The designation as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" will provide an incentive to fund more rigorous research into the safety question.
Fri Jul 14 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
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
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
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
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
The air we breathe could (among other things) be polluted by cigarette smoke
According to research, these data open a new avenue of research on tobacco-specific carcinogenic factors present in fine particles.
Sat Feb 20 2021
Very hot drinks 'probably' cause cancer: UN agency
Tea and mate may also be harmful if drunk hotter than 65 degrees Celsius, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
Thu Jun 16 2016
Explosion at China chemical plant injures 14
Fourteen people were injured in an explosion at a controversial chemical plant in the eastern Chinese city of Zhangzhou.
Tue Apr 07 2015
No necessity to ban or impose restriction on 'loom band'
This is because the product was not deemed as a toy but marketed as an ornamental or costume jewellery item for older children.
Fri Sep 05 2014
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
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
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
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
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024