FACTBOX - China to send 14th crewed mission to space on Shenzhou-19
Of the 14 crewed missions, eight were visits to China's independently built space station Tiangong.
Wed Oct 30 2024
Billionaire and engineer conduct first private spacewalk in SpaceX mission
The astronauts on Polaris Dawn mission went one at a time, each spending about 10 minutes outside the gumdrop-shaped Crew Dragon capsule.
Fri Sep 13 2024
'Indescribable' crew errors led to Sicily shipwreck, yacht maker says
The yacht manufacturer's CEO dismissed design or construction errors, noting 16 years of safe operation, even in worse weather than Monday.
Fri Aug 23 2024
SpaceX's Polaris crew set for first private spacewalking mission next week
The crew's mission includes the first privately managed spacewalk, a risky endeavor only government astronauts have done in the past.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Boeing's Starliner astronauts could return on SpaceX capsule in Feb 2025, NASA says
Recent results have unearthed new information, causing greater alarm about a safe return.
Thu Aug 08 2024
Astro Radio introduces fresh morning line-up on HITZ, MIX and LITE
The new line-up promises a delightful blend of personalities that will enhance the morning radio experience for all listeners.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Nepal plane crash at Kathmandu airport kills 18
The plane was carrying two crew members and 17 technicians to Pokhara city to repair another aircraft, officials said.
Wed Jul 24 2024
New Zealand pylon collapses after too many bolts removed
The crew was undertaking routine maintenance on the base plates, which secure the tower to the ground, when the pylon collapsed.
Mon Jun 24 2024
Houthi missile strikes set ship ablaze, injure one crew, US military says
Yemen's Houthi said its campaign would continue until hostilities in the Gaza Strip end.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Boeing Starliner's first astronaut crew welcomed aboard space station
The astronauts arrived at the orbiting platform after a flight of nearly 27 hours following its launch in Florida.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft sends first astronaut crew to orbit
Boeing's Starliner flew its first crew of astronauts to orbit in a much-delayed test mission to the International Space Station.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Twelve injured as Qatar Airways Dublin flight hits turbulence, airport says
Qatar Airwaysa said a "small number" of passengers and crew sustained minor injuries during the flight and were receiving medical attention.
Mon May 27 2024
Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 encountered severe turbulence incident
Nine Malaysians, including one crew were on board Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 that had emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Wed May 22 2024
Shaken passengers arrive in Singapore after deadly turbulence-stricken flight
Singapore Airlines took 131 passengers and 12 crew on the relief flight from Bangkok to Singapore.
Wed May 22 2024
After Singapore Airlines turbulence accident, flight crews urge buckling up
Airlines are required by law to switch on seatbelt sign during takeoff and landing, but carriers have own procedures for mid-air turbulence.
Wed May 22 2024
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