Amazon rivers' low water levels bring fresh challenges for locals
Many of the traditional rural population who live on river banks have been relying on outside supplies of drinking water.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Thai police say cyanide killed 6 foreigners in Bangkok hotel
Police said cyanide was found on drinking glasses and a water container in the room of the hotel.
Wed Jul 17 2024
At least 36 die in India after drinking tainted liquor
Police arrested four people over sale of illicit liquor and seized 200 litres of the methanol-mixed alcoholic drink, a spokesperson said.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah and Elon Musk attend World Water Forum high-level leadership meeting
Of the 72 pct of the earth's surface covered by water, only one pct is accessible and useable for drinking water and sanitation needs.
Mon May 20 2024
UN: Water fuelling conflict as 2.2 billion people lack clean drinking water
Increasing water scarcity can fuel conflicts around the world, the United Nations has warned.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Foreigner fatally stabbed for drinking co-worker’s orange juice while breaking fast
Pakistani suspect stabbed Bangladeshi man numerous times with a kitchen knife at a factory workers' hostel.
Wed Mar 20 2024
More Israeli hostages expected to be freed after Gaza truce extended
The truce agreement allowed more aid trucks into Gaza, where the population faces shortages of food, fuel, drinking water and medicine.
Tue Nov 28 2023
Samurai trash collectors clean Tokyo streets after Halloween revels
Occasions such as Halloween leave a lot of trash, as street drinking becomes common in bustling areas and tourist spots, Keisuke Naka said.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Paper straws 'may not be better for the environment than plastic'
So-called "eco-friendly" paper drinking straws contain long-lasting and potentially toxic chemicals.
Sat Aug 26 2023
Apple cider vinegar: is drinking this popular home remedy bad for your teeth?
So if you do regularly drink apple cider vinegar and want to avoid tooth erosion, it's best to follow a few rules.
Sat Jul 08 2023
Rising bottled water consumption signals safe drinking water goal is under threat, says UN think tank
The rise in bottled water consumption reflects decades of limited progress in and many failures of public water supply systems.
Fri Mar 17 2023
Eating one wild fish same as a month of drinking tainted water: Study
Eating just one freshwater fish equalled drinking water with PFOS at 48 parts per trillion for a month, the researchers calculated.
Sun Jan 22 2023
Egyptian-British hunger striker's family say they received 'proof of life' letter
Abd el-Fattah, who has been on hunger strike against his detention and prison conditions for more than 220 days, had resumed drinking water.
Tue Nov 15 2022
Who will be the next James Bond? Producers mull choice as film franchise turns 60
James Bond, the martini-drinking, tuxedo-wearing British secret agent, celebrates 60 years on the silver screen.
Sat Oct 08 2022
Pakistan minister tells people to cut down on drinking tea
Pakistan's Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal suggested that people should reduce their daily tea intake by one or two cups.
Wed Jun 15 2022
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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