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Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes

The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, many untreated, study suggests

More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, many untreated, study suggests

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says in a statement, the rise documented in the study was alarming.
Sun Nov 17 2024
Malaysia to protest to Philippines over its new maritime laws

Malaysia to protest to Philippines over its new maritime laws

Datuk Mohamad Alamin says the government found the reference documents reviewed touch on claims to the Malaysian state of Sabah in Borneo.
Thu Nov 14 2024
Up to US to decide what to do with decommissioned HAWK missiles, Taiwan says

Up to US to decide what to do with decommissioned HAWK missiles, Taiwan says

The United States and its allies have provided billions of dollars of weapons to Ukraine since Russia attacked the country.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Trial starts over rape, murder of junior doctor in India's Kolkata

Trial starts over rape, murder of junior doctor in India's Kolkata

About 128 witnesses are to be examined in the trial with daily hearings, as authorities aim to fast-track the high-profile case.
Tue Nov 12 2024
[OPINION] Place health at the core of climate change policy

[OPINION] Place health at the core of climate change policy

Place health at the core of climate change policy to serve the worlds most vulnerable, argues Christopher Lockyear.
Tue Nov 12 2024
Governments are pushing teen social media bans - but behind the scenes is a messy fight over science

Governments are pushing teen social media bans - but behind the scenes is a messy fight over science

Does reducing social media improve teen mental health?
Sun Nov 10 2024
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's 5G in limbo: Progress delayed, frustrations amplified

[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's 5G in limbo: Progress delayed, frustrations amplified

After five years, why is it still so difficult to simply do what is right for the industry and ultimately the rakyat?
Fri Nov 08 2024
Hezbollah calls for US action, not words, as Trump reclaims White House

Hezbollah calls for US action, not words, as Trump reclaims White House

Hezbollah welcomes any effort to stop the war in Lebanon but does not pin hopes for a ceasefire on any particular US administration.
Fri Nov 08 2024
U Mobile’s appointment as 5G provider complies with licence conditions - Fahmi

U Mobile’s appointment as 5G provider complies with licence conditions - Fahmi

Fahmi Fadzil says the decision does not contravene the special licence conditions for individual licences.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Climate crisis: what Trump can (and can’t) do

Climate crisis: what Trump can (and can’t) do

Neither Donald Trump nor Kamala Harris made the climate crisis a prominent feature of their campaigns.
Thu Nov 07 2024
PM’s decision to forgo salary does not contradict Islamic teachings - PKR JPPA director

PM’s decision to forgo salary does not contradict Islamic teachings - PKR JPPA director

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made it clear that he is not taking his salary due to the country's economic condition and the heavy debt burden.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Discharges from sewage treatment plants linked to river pollution in Malaysia

Discharges from sewage treatment plants linked to river pollution in Malaysia

Discharges from sewage treatment plants are a significant contributor to the pollution of 25 out of 672 rivers across the country, says DOE.
Tue Nov 05 2024
The UN warns famine is likely in Gaza. What do malnutrition and hunger do to the body?

The UN warns famine is likely in Gaza. What do malnutrition and hunger do to the body?

Israel has been accused of deliberately blocking humanitarian aid, including food.
Sun Nov 03 2024
Christopher Reeve's children want to honour his honesty in 'Super/Man' film

Christopher Reeve's children want to honour his honesty in 'Super/Man' film

The documentary explores Reeve's rise in "Superman" and his activism to find a cure for spinal cord injuries after becoming a quadriplegic.
Sun Nov 03 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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