
Amid the luxuries, this year's Oscars gift bags include wildfire recovery help
Recipients will get a one-year membership to Bright Harbor, a disaster recovery service that helps survivors navigate what happens next.
Sun Mar 02 2025

Trump and Zelenskiy clash, leaving Ukraine exposed in war with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's meeting with Donald Trump ended in disaster on Friday, after the two leaders clashed in an extraordinary exchange
Sat Mar 01 2025

FLOODCOM: M'sia's first floating flood disaster command centre using nuclear technology
The floating flood disaster command centre incorporates nuclear technology to accelerate emergency response and coordination during floods.
Wed Feb 05 2025

No clear reason yet for Washington air disaster that killed 67, officials say
NTSB has begun collecting wreckage, including portions of the helicopter, and is storing it at a hangar at Reagan National.
Fri Jan 31 2025

Disaster relief assets deployed to flood-affected areas in Sarawak - Ahmad Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said that, so far, more than 50 relief centres have been activated to house flood victims in the state.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Tiong: Additional personnel mobilised to assist in Bintulu disaster relief efforts
Without specifying the exact number, Bintulu MP Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the personnel are expected to arrive tomorrow.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Sarawak floods: Number of victims almost doubles to 5,385
Based on the latest report from the Sarawak Disaster Management Committee Secretariat, Bintulu has the highest number of flood victims.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Los Angeles races to contain wildfires before severe winds return
At least 24 people have died in what California Governor Gavin Newsom says could be the most devastating natural disaster in US history.
Mon Jan 13 2025

Biggest aviation accidents of 2024
The crash on Sunday of a Jeju Air Boeing BA.N 737-800 in Muan County killed a total of 179 people in the deadliest air disaster on South Korean soil.
Tue Dec 31 2024

Fiery crash kills at least 167 in worst airline disaster in South Korea
The control tower issued a bird strike warning and shortly afterward the pilots declared mayday.
Sun Dec 29 2024

Govt suggested to integrate AI, IoT as smart solution for flood disaster management
The government should integrate AI & IoT technology as a solution for flood disaster management, says the Malaysian IoT Association
Thu Dec 26 2024

Reflecting on 20 years of the Aceh tsunami: From ‘megathrust’ threat to disaster mitigation
The 2004 Aceh Earthquake and Tsunami is known as one of the most devastating natural disasters in history.
Sat Dec 21 2024

Twenty years after Indian Ocean tsunami, Thai ex-fisherman stands at the ready
Phang Nga was one of Thailand's hardest-hit provinces, with the disaster claiming 5,400 lives there, including many foreign tourists.
Fri Dec 20 2024

Govt would require RM392 billion to implement RTB projects nationwide - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof says for post-flood coordination, it will also cover cleaning assistance and post-disaster aid for victims.
Thu Dec 05 2024

No need to postpone SPM as MOE has mechanisms to address flood issues - Education DG
Azman Adnan says MoE is confident the issue involving students sitting for these examinations during the disaster can be properly managed.
Mon Dec 02 2024

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025