Sinkhole incident: SAR teams face major hurdles from toxic, flammable gas at IWK sewage plant
There are various hazardous gases in the tank, including hydrogen sulfide and methane, according to a source.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Alaska glaciers may hit irreversible melting point sooner than expected, study finds
Glacier melt is a major contributor to rising sea levels, a threat to coastal settlements worldwide.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Near-balanced diets by cockroaches can teach us plenty about eating well
Insights from the natural world are helping us better understand why we overeat and how to rebalance our food system to address the problem.
Sat Jun 22 2024
In a boiling world, chief heat officers battle 'silent killer'
This year, heatwaves have already ravaged several countries in Asia, costing lives, disrupting education and damaging livelihoods.
Sat May 25 2024
Residents in for months-long displacement as Philippine volcano spews lava, gases
Incandescent lava was seen flowing slowly from the mouth of the 2,462-metre Mayon volcano, which was placed on a high alert level.
Tue Jun 13 2023
Costa Rica volcano spews 3km plume
The national Civil Protection Agency said steam, ash and gases had risen above the crater.
Fri May 26 2023
How Vietnam is trying to stop rice warming the planet
The message from scientists is: rice cannot be ignored in the battle to cut emissions.
Sat Apr 01 2023
Can Paris 2024 deliver a 'climate positive' Olympics?
Organisers insist they can halve CO2 emissions from the estimated 3.5 million tonnes generated during the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Games.
Sat Mar 18 2023
UN aims to forge new way of tracking greenhouse gases
Better ways of measuring planet-warming pollution are vital to responding to the impact on humanity and help inform better decision-making.
Fri Feb 03 2023
FACTBOX - Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano erupts
Hawaii officials say the eruption does not pose any threat to property though unpleasant volcanic gases and fine ash may drift downslope.
Wed Nov 30 2022
A volcano is erupting again in Iceland. Is climate change causing more eruptions?
As the climate warms, research shows this will change how volcanic gases interact with the atmosphere.
Mon Aug 08 2022
'Greenwashing': A new climate misinformation battleground
Fossil fuel firms are misleading the public about their moves to cut greenhouse gases and curb climate change, researchers say.
Wed Jun 29 2022
Food waste endangers us all: What can we do about it?
The process of managing waste begins before the waste reaches the dustbin. We always believe when we throw something out from our house or our sight, that is the end; but it is not the case!
Fri Apr 08 2022
In detecting alien life on a faraway planet, methane may be the key
Methane is one of the few gases that should be readily detectable using the James Webb Space Telescope.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Scientists study lava, gases from La Palma volcano
Scientists have said the eruption could last up to three months.
Sun Nov 07 2021
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024