Should the wearing of face mask be made compulsory?
The use of a face mask is not compulsory in private vehicles or during physical activities.
Tue Aug 04 2020
Antibacterial soap no real threat to germs
Antibacterial soaps only became effective after microbes had been soaked in it for more than nine hours, researchers say.
Wed Sep 16 2015
The dirtiest places on an airplane, ranked
Samples gathered show that bathrooms in airplanes and airports actually have fewer germs than other things we consider far less innocuous like the tray table.
Wed Sep 09 2015
CAUTION: Stay away from 'hands as handkerchief' sneezers!
"If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow, not your hands," the CDC also cautioned to stop the spread of germs.
Fri Jun 26 2015
Washing your hands is the easiest way to save lives
World Hand Hygiene Day (May 5) is the opportune moment to remember that germs are primarily transmitted by your hands.
Tue May 05 2015
Early exposure to dirt and bacteria could lower allergy, asthma risks
A new study has found that exposing newborns to dust, animal dander and germs can reduce risk of developing asthma later in life.
Sat Jun 07 2014
Clean cutting boards a must for avoiding E. coli contamination
According to a recent study, hospitals aren't the only places where the multi-drug-resistant bacteria E. coli may be lurking.
Sat Apr 12 2014
Only five percent of us wash our hands properly: study
Most people didn't wash their hands long enough to kill germs, according to a research by Michigan State University.
Sat Jun 15 2013
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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