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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
Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

The increase in cancer rates globally has been linked to prolonged exposure to environmental contaminants.
Sat Oct 12 2024
It's About YOUth: Amplifying youths’ voices in climate action

It's About YOUth: Amplifying youths’ voices in climate action

Youths are most impacted by climate change though they have contributed the least to the crisis. Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability’s Undersecretary Dr Hartini Mohd Nasir and UNICEF Malaysia’s Jasmin Irisha Jim Ilham talk about the role of youth in driving climate action and the need to amplify their voices.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Act 852: A proactive step to safeguard public health, environment

Act 852: A proactive step to safeguard public health, environment

The Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), which will come into effect next Tuesday, is expected to bring significant benefits to public health and environment
Thu Sep 26 2024
Istana Budaya uses Green Technology in line with global aspiration towards environment

Istana Budaya uses Green Technology in line with global aspiration towards environment

Istana Budaya has taken the initiative to use green technology to minimise the impact on nature and reduce environmental pollution
Thu Sep 26 2024
NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning

NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) has instructed the METMalaysia to review the standard operating procedures (SOP) for the dissemination of weather information
Thu Sep 26 2024
Malaysia should prioritise sustainability in data centre expansion

Malaysia should prioritise sustainability in data centre expansion

As Madani Government continues to attract major investments in data centers, a leading expert has raised serious concerns about the impact
Thu Sep 26 2024
Getting your teeth fixed can be an environmental hazard

Getting your teeth fixed can be an environmental hazard

Discarded aligners often end up in landfills where they take decades to decompose, releasing microplastics into the environment.
Sat Sep 21 2024
New offences introduced for interacting with crocodiles in Australia's Queensland

New offences introduced for interacting with crocodiles in Australia's Queensland

Leanne Linard, Queensland's minister for the environment, announced a government crackdown on feeding and interfering with crocodiles.
Tue Sep 03 2024
New Zealand nearly triples levy on international tourists

New Zealand nearly triples levy on international tourists

New Zealand struggles with tourist impact on the environment and stretched infrastructure due to large visitor numbers.
Tue Sep 03 2024
UTP: Shaping sustainable leaders for a greener future

UTP: Shaping sustainable leaders for a greener future

Students are encouraged to undertake projects focused on achieving the SDGs and foster a culture of environmental responsibility on campus.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Malaysia advocates for public-private partnerships in APEC to drive sustainable energy transition

Malaysia advocates for public-private partnerships in APEC to drive sustainable energy transition

Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof says APEC members can accelerate clean energy solutions by creating supportive regulatory environments.
Fri Aug 16 2024
Palm oil: From environmental villain to climate hero

Palm oil: From environmental villain to climate hero

The Malaysian palm oil industry is making notable progress in addressing climate change and sustainability issues.
Sat Aug 10 2024
Dangerous heat expected for much of Japan on Friday

Dangerous heat expected for much of Japan on Friday

The JMA and the Environment Ministry have issued heatstroke alerts for 30 prefectures, urging people across the country to take precautions.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth

A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation

The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence

Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots

A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled

The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children

Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws

Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade

At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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