Southeast Asian cities among world's most polluted, ranking shows
Air pollution is caused by a combination of crop-related burning, industrial pollution and heavy traffic.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Powerful earthquake kills nearly 100 in Tibet, rattles Nepal
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake rocked the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet's holiest cities.
Tue Jan 07 2025
Hanoi declared world's most polluted city
Vietnam's capital Hanoi has been covered in thick smog over recent weeks, putting it at the top of a list of the world's most polluted cities.
Fri Jan 03 2025
How cities are reinventing the public-private partnership - 4 lessons from around the globe
Historically, these arrangements help cities fund big infrastructure projects such as bridges and hospitals.
Sat Dec 28 2024
Answering the call to reimagine cities for a liveable future
As urbanisation accelerates, cities face mounting challenges, from climate impacts to issues of social equity.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Nga calls for more people-public-private partnerships for sustainable development at UN-Habitat World Urban Forum
Nga Kor Ming urges the international community to promote people-public-private partnerships for sustainable cities and communities.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Thousands stage pro-Palestinian protests worldwide, on eve of Oct 7 attack that triggered Gaza war
Demonstrations held in cities from Jakarta to Istanbul to Rabat, followed by protests in European capitals, as well Washington and New York.
Mon Oct 07 2024
Flood-hit Central Europe fortifies towns as waters and death toll rise
Dozens of towns and cities across central Europe deluged by devastating floods.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Heat stroke risk won't stop Japan's ageing farmers as temperatures soar
The authorities this year have issued warnings about heat-related illnesses as the temperatures soared to 40 Celsius in several cities.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Olympics - Egypt will bid for 2036 and 2040 Olympics, African Olympic committees chief says
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach has said interest for 2036 has so far attracted cities in the double digits.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of risks from mudslides and floods after record-breaking rainfall over last two days in some cities.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Why are there riots in the UK and who is behind them?
Riots have erupted at anti-immigration protests in towns and cities across Britain in the last week.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Walking our way towards more sustainable cities
Designing cities with walkability in mind creates vibrant, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable urban landscapes.
Sun Aug 04 2024
Malaysia will continue to support mandate of UN-Habitat - Nga
UN-Habitat promotes sustainable cities and urban management to ensure adequate shelter for all, as mandated by the UN General Assembly.
Thu Jul 18 2024
Consider This: River of Life Project (Part 2) - Afloat in Troubled Waters?
Launched with the vision of transforming the polluted rivers of Sungai Gombak and Sungai Klang into a vibrant city waterfront, KL’s River of Life project was hailed as a beacon of urban renewal. However, according to the latest Auditor-General’s Report, the River of Life project is neither likely to meet its deadline to be completed this year, nor has it met any of its objectives—despite close to RM4 billion already spent on the project. On this episode of episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ch'ng Gaik Bee @ Dalilah Bee Abdullah, Former Director of DBKL’s Building Control Department.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Denmark stands firm on Greenland after Rubio says Trump's interest is no joke
Trump vows to make Denmark's autonomous territory part of the US, not ruling out military or economic pressure to acquire it.
Fri Jan 31 2025
On-site investigation of burned-out Air Busan plane to begin
Passengers evacuated from the Air Busan plane will get their baggage back after authorities deemed the jet safe for a full investigation.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Myanmar junta extends state of emergency to support election preparations
The junta plans this year to hold an election, which critics have derided as a sham to keep the generals in power through proxies.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Malaysia to receive visits from world leaders beginning next week - PM
We need more strategic partners at this time, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Jan 31 2025
'Stubborn' Sarawak flood victims urged to evacuate immediately
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas says some individuals are still reluctant to move to the nearest relief centres.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Taylor Swift unveiled as presenter at Sunday's Grammys
Taylor Swift is nominated for the Grammy Awards for Album of the Year with her album 'The Tortured Poets Department', and five other awards.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Microsoft, Meta back big AI spending despite DeepSeek's low costs
CEOs of Microsoft and Meta defends massive spending saying it was crucial to staying competitive in the new field.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners after delay over chaotic hostage handover
Hamas frees three Israeli and five Thai hostages in Gaza, and Israel releases 110 Palestinian prisoners in the latest prisoner-hostage swap.
Fri Jan 31 2025
New minimum wage order comes into force tomorrow, benefiting 4.37 million workers - KESUMA
Failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order is an offence and may result in a fine.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Honda, Nissan to unveil detailed merger plan in mid-Feb.
Japan's second- and third-largest carmakers by volume, have agreed to begin talks on merging under a holding company.
Fri Jan 31 2025