Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Floods: Increase in evacuees reported in several states this morning
The water level in Sungai Bernam in Hulu Selangor district surpassed the danger level, reaching 27.68 m.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Floods: Public urged to take electrical, gas safety precautions
Flood disasters pose various risks, including fallen electrical poles, broken power lines, and damage to electrical and gas equipment.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Several areas in KL inundated due to continuous downpour
Several roads here were inundated following a downpour from about 9 am today.
Tue Oct 15 2024
More flood victims in Perlis, Kedah
In Kedah, the number of victims rose to 2,505 people from 907 families this morning, compared to 1,419 people last night.
Wed Oct 09 2024
Selangor and Kedah hit by floods again, Perak situation worsens
In Selangor, 1,968 individuals from 480 families affected by the floods were evacuated to six temporary relief centres.
Fri Oct 04 2024
NRES to enhance flood warning sirens ahead of Northeast Monsoon 2024/2025
JPS has now increased the volume of sirens and distinguished them from police and fire sirens by adding a voice message.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Thousands in North Carolina still without water days after Helene's destruction
The powerful storm inundated the state with catastrophic flooding, destroying pipes, damaging water plants and cutting off power.
Thu Oct 03 2024
[COLUMNIST] Northeast monsoon is coming, are we prepared for it
The storm in the northern states is terrifying, but the northeast monsoon could be much worse.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Nepal closes schools as deaths from heavy rains hit 151
Nepal has shut schools for three days after landslides and floods triggered by two days of heavy rain across the Himalayan nation.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Floods cause UK travel disruptions despite improved conditions
UK commuters are still facing travel issues in parts of the country on Tuesday despite a respite from heavy rain.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Two-year-old girl drowns in drain hidden by floodwaters
The real danger for little children looms closer to home as open drains are hidden from sight in the rising waters.
Fri Sep 20 2024
Floods wreak damage in Myanmar, killing at least 226, state media says
Heavy rains brought on by Typhoon Yagi battered the central provinces of the war-torn Southeast Asian country.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Flood-hit Central Europe fortifies towns as waters and death toll rise
Dozens of towns and cities across central Europe deluged by devastating floods.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Vietnam's Typhoon Yagi death toll passes 250, scores still missing
More than 820 people have been injured and 82 are still missing, according to the state disaster management agency.
Mon Sep 16 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024