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Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide

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
24 sinkhole cases recorded between 2019 and 2024

24 sinkhole cases recorded between 2019 and 2024

Perak reports the highest number at 11 cases, according to the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry.
Thu Mar 06 2025
Thousands of wild horses shot dead from helicopters in Australia

Thousands of wild horses shot dead from helicopters in Australia

This is part of a controversial plan to cull them to protect the environment.
Tue Mar 04 2025
[OPINION] Exploring the environmental impact of hybrid working

[OPINION] Exploring the environmental impact of hybrid working

For a country like Malaysia, the widespread shift to remote work carries unforeseen consequences.
Tue Feb 25 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?

Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
[COLUMNIST] Harnessing the power of methane from palm oil mill effluent

[COLUMNIST] Harnessing the power of methane from palm oil mill effluent

Malaysia's palm oil industry faces mounting environmental concerns, particularly regarding methane emissions from POME.
Mon Feb 10 2025
After inauguration, Trump signs orders in front of a cheering crowd

After inauguration, Trump signs orders in front of a cheering crowd

Donald Trump takes first step to curb immigration, boost fossil fuel production and roll back environmental regulations.
Tue Jan 21 2025
ASEAN members should focus on sustainable development as a group - Economist

ASEAN members should focus on sustainable development as a group - Economist

Jeffrey D Sachs, a world-renowned economics professor at Columbia University, says the new economy aims to be environmentally sustainable.
Tue Jan 14 2025
[OPINION] Circular Economy: A transformative path toward Malaysia’s sustainable future

[OPINION] Circular Economy: A transformative path toward Malaysia’s sustainable future

Amid environmental and economic challenges, the nation must ask: How can growth stay resilient, inclusive, and sustainable?
Fri Jan 10 2025
Increased wildlife protection, RM10 mln fine for offenders among successes of NRES in 2024 - Nik Nazmi

Increased wildlife protection, RM10 mln fine for offenders among successes of NRES in 2024 - Nik Nazmi

An increase in wildlife protection enforcement activities and the introduction a new fine amount of RM10 million for environmental criminals were among the successes of NRES in 2024
Wed Dec 25 2024
Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels

Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels

Japan's environment and industry ministries finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035.
Wed Dec 25 2024
Bitcoin surges above $106,000 on strategic reserve hopes

Bitcoin surges above $106,000 on strategic reserve hopes

Bitcoin and crypto have been catapulted into the spotlight as investors wager the incoming Trump administration will usher in a friendlier regulatory environment.
Mon Dec 16 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
Cabinet to consider Online Safety Bill soon

Cabinet to consider Online Safety Bill soon

M. Kulasegaran says the Bill intends to ensure a safe online environment for Malaysians, particularly children.
Mon Nov 18 2024
BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse

BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse

More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments, and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the collapse of the dam.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Clarification on the investment in Sapura Energy by MDH

Clarification on the investment in Sapura Energy by MDH

Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) as the existing significant shareholder of SEB.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Floods recede in Beaufort, but residents remain wary of downstream water flow

Floods recede in Beaufort, but residents remain wary of downstream water flow

While floods in Beaufort are receding, residents remain on alert for downstream water flow that could bring floodwaters from inland areas.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill

Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill

The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025
UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force

UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force

US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme

Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme

The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025
PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races

PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025
Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025

Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025

The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1

Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1

Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025
Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea

Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea

The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025
No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN

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