La Palma volcano eruption declared over after three months of destruction
La Palma islanders to breathe a sigh of relief nearly 100 days after the Cumbre Vieja volcano upended the lives of thousands.
Sun Dec 26 2021
Spain's Cumbre Vieja volcano continues to erupt
Air quality worsened on the island Saturday after a new overflow of the volcano cone.
Sun Nov 21 2021
Rock rises out of the sea as second La Palma lava flow reaches ocean
Unlike the first time lava reached the ocean just over a month ago, authorities said there was no need for residents to stay indoors.
Thu Nov 11 2021
La Palma locals pay All Saints tribute remotely as lava cuts off cemetery
Islanders, unable to visit the graves of family members in the Las Manchas cemetery of Los Angeles, gathered for an emotional tribute.
Tue Nov 02 2021
Tourists head to Spanish island of La Palma to see erupting volcano
Tourists were keen to help La Palma by spending money to boost the island's economy.
Sat Oct 30 2021
La Palma evacuees see no end to ordeal after month of volcanic eruption
Streams of red-hot lava have engulfed almost 800 hectares (2,000 acres) of land, destroying about 2,000 buildings.
Wed Oct 20 2021
Lockdown ends for 3,000 La Palma residents as volcano cloud passes
Residents can leave their homes after authorities ended a lockdown caused by a thick cloud of smoke from the Cumbre Vieja volcano.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Volcanic ash buildup shuts airport on La Palma in Spain's Canary Islands
It is the second time that La Palma's airport has been shut due to ash buildup since the eruption began on Sept. 19.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Stay-home order lifted for residents near La Palma volcano eruption
In response to the improvement in air quality measurements in the area, the lockdown will be lifted.
Sun Oct 03 2021
La Palma volcano eruption forces stay-home order for some residents
Those affected have been told to keep their doors and windows closed and to disconnect heating and air conditioning.
Sat Oct 02 2021
More destruction feared in La Palma as lava pours from new volcano vent
The Canaries Volcanology Institute describes the latest opening as a new "focus of eruption".
Sat Oct 02 2021
Spain's La Palma gains ground from the sea as lava piles up
Thousands have been evacuated from their homes since the volcano erupted and the lava flow has destroyed more than 800 buildings.
Thu Sep 30 2021
Nine days after eruption, lava from La Palma volcano reaches ocean
Lava has been flowing down the Cumbre Vieja volcano's western flank toward the sea since Sept. 19.
Wed Sep 29 2021
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
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