Expect to hear the F-word a lot in the US Senate next year
That's "filibuster," the Senate rule that requires 60 of the chamber's 100 members to agree to pass most legislation.
Sat Nov 16 2024
US Senate passes watered down filibuster reform
It is a modest step to be sure, but the US Senate voted Thursday to remove some longstanding procedural hurdles that have stalled debate and left Congress mired in gridlock in recent years.
Fri Jan 25 2013
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?
Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Chinese study recommends region-specific diets, amid rising obesity risks
The study adheres to a "Planetary Health Diet" and advocates a reduced consumption of dairy products and red meat.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Expect to hear the F-word a lot in the US Senate next year
That's "filibuster," the Senate rule that requires 60 of the chamber's 100 members to agree to pass most legislation.
Sat Nov 16 2024
'We will die from hunger': Gazans decry Israel's UNRWA ban
The law could deny thousands of their main source of aid at a time when everything around them is being destroyed.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Old money trend: Don't fall for the fashion trap
Don't just chase after brands or fashion without understanding what they truly represent, says fashion designer Bon Zainal.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Many long COVID patients adjust to slim recovery odds as world moves on
Recent scientific studies suggest the longer someone is sick, the lower their chances of making a full recovery.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Sugar overload: A growing threat to kidney function
Dr. Rosnawati Yahya reports nearly 50% of dialysis patients have diabetes, highlighting the serious health risks of high sugar intake.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Chinese social media reels over young woman's illegal surrogacy case
Authorities pledge a strict crackdown on illegal practices, including buying/selling of sperm, eggs, and surrogacy services.
Sat Nov 16 2024
[COLUMNIST] Budget 2025 - Powering data centres
A "radical" tax allowance scheme could help to position Malaysia to be a leading regional hub for data centres.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Selangor govt tables RM3 billion state budget for 2025
Allocation for operating, service and supply expenses is the largest component, accounting for 38.7 per cent of the total.
Fri Nov 15 2024