China earthquake death toll rises to 149, two still missing after a week
The epicentre of the quake straddled the provinces of Gansu and Qinghai in an area where many of China's Hui people are found.
Mon Dec 25 2023
A dozen still missing after China's earthquake, 137 dead
Survivors face uncertainty in the wintry months ahead without permanent shelter amid freezing temperatures.
Thu Dec 21 2023
Earthquake death toll rises to 127 in China's Gansu, Qinghai
The earthquake had damaged 155,393 houses in Gansu, according to the provincial earthquake relief headquarters.
Wed Dec 20 2023
China to send three astronauts to space, including its oldest
China is expected to launch the crewed spacecraft Shenzhou-12 on Thursday in Jiuquan in northwestern Gansu province.
Wed Jun 16 2021
Debate on China poverty after mother kills her 4 children
Yang Gailan, 28, used an axe to kill her three daughters, aged six, five and three, and her five-year-old son, police in the northwestern province of Gansu said.
Wed Sep 14 2016
Over 190 hurt when fire drill goes wrong in China
A fire drill at a school in northwestern China left more than 190 people injured, nine critically, after participants inhaled smoke used to simulate accident conditions, state media said Sunday.
Sun Sep 20 2015
At least 89 dead in China earthquakes: state media
The tremors in Gansu province -- with magnitudes of 5.9 and 5.6 -- triggered landslides which buried often crudely constructed local houses, government-run broadcaster CCTV reported.
Mon Jul 22 2013
At least 73 dead in twin China quakes: local govt
The US Geological Survey said the initial 5.9 magnitude quake hit at 7:45 am (2345 GMT Sunday), with its epicentre 151 kilometres (94 miles) west of Beidao in Gansu province.
Mon Jul 22 2013
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 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