Number of flood victims in Kedah falls, situation stays in Perak this morning
The number of flood victims in Kedah and Perak recorded a total of 6,833 people in 34 temporary evacuation centres (PPS) as of 8 AM.
Tue Sep 24 2024
After twin cyclones leave thousands homeless, Vanuatu takes climate plea to world stage
More than 3,000 people are still in evacuation centres three weeks after two category-four cyclones hit Vanuatu.
Fri Mar 24 2023
Number of flood victims drop in Terengganu, Pahang and Perak, rise in Kelantan
The flood situation in Terengganu, Pahang and Perak shows improvement with the number of victims taking shelter in temporary evacuation centres (PPS) falling as of this evening.
Wed Dec 21 2022
APM: Two PPS in Padang Terap closed
The two temporary evacuation centres (PPS), which were opened in the Padang Terap district last night, were closed at 1 pm today.
Thu Oct 27 2022
Monsoon season: Public premises, boarding schools main choices for PPS
Public premises and boarding schools with complete and comfortable facilities will be the primary choice to be used as flood evacuation centres (PPS) effective Oct 1.
Wed Sep 21 2022
Baling floods: 27 evacuees still at two PPS
The number of flood victims at two temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Baling district decreased to 27 this morning as compared to 31 last night.
Thu Aug 04 2022
Floods: 61 evacuated to two PPS in Tanjung Malim
A total of 61 people were placed in two temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Tanjung Malim tonight following floods in several areas.
Wed May 25 2022
Sabah floods: 1,958 victims housed at 17 shelters in Tenom, Beaufort
A total of 1,958 people from 733 families affected by the floods in Tenom and Beaufort are housed at 17 temporary evacuation centres (PPS).
Thu May 12 2022
Sabah floods: 100 housed at three PPS in Tenom
Three temporary evacuation centres (PPS) have been opened in Tenom to accommodate 100 people from 31 families affected by the floods following continuous heavy rain yesterday.
Tue May 10 2022
Floods: Three PPS opened in Pitas, 311 evacuated
Three temporary evacuation centres (PPS) have been opened in Pitas to accommodate 311 evacuees from 97 families affected by floods in the area following continuous heavy rain since yesterday.
Mon Feb 07 2022
All 113 educational institutions hit by floods, used as PPS not ready to operate yet - MOE
None of the 113 educational institutions under the Ministry of Education (MOE) that were affected by floods or used as temporary evacuation centres (PPS) are ready to operate for the time being.
Mon Jan 03 2022
Every agency must be good responder to deal with disaster within a disaster - PM
Ismail Sabri wants every agency involved to be a responder in carrying out rescue efforts and managing evacuation centres when faced with a "disaster within a disaster" situation.
Mon Nov 08 2021
Eight flood evacuation centres opened in Kedah
Continuous heavy rain for several hours yesterday caused flooding in several areas in Sik, Kuala Muda, Yan and Baling.
Wed Sep 29 2021
241 flood victims still in shelters in Perak this morning
The number of flood victims relocated to three temporary evacuation centres in Perak remains at 241 people from 66 families.
Wed Aug 25 2021
321 flood victims in Melaka housed at four evacuation centres
A total of 321 flood victims from 73 families were placed at four evacuation centres (PPS) opened in Melaka Tengah and Alor Gajah districts since 12 noon today.
Mon May 17 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024