Coronavirus: Latest global developments
Several gorillas at Zoo Atlanta in the southern US state of Georgia have tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, the zoo says.
Mon Sep 13 2021
Two gorillas at San Diego Zoo test positive for COVID-19
The source of the gorillas' infection was still under investigation to determine whether the virus was transmitted between animals or from humans to the apes.
Tue Jan 12 2021
What Harambe's death means for a critically endangered species of gorilla
Western lowland gorillas are widely hunted for meat, and their body parts are used as medicine and "magical charms," according to the World Wildlife Fund.
Fri Jun 03 2016
When a toddler fell into a zoo enclosure 20 years ago, he was saved - by a gorilla
In 1996, a 3-year-old boy fell into a pit holding gorillas at Brookfield Zoo in Illinois. One of them scooped up the toddler, cradled him and carried him to paramedics.
Thu Jun 02 2016
Origins of AIDS virus strains traced to gorillas
Two of four strains of the virus that can cause AIDS come from gorillas in southwestern Cameroon, an international team of scientists reported in studies published Monday in the United States.
Tue Mar 03 2015
Ugandan gorillas under threat but tourist dollars protect
The gorillas here in Uganda's lush forests are protected by the economic lifeline they create for remote communities from the tourist dollars they generate.
Sat Jun 28 2014
BHP trying to avoid responsibility over Brazilian dam collapse, UK court told
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the 2015 collapse of the Mariana dam in southeastern Brazil.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Minimum wage not benchmark for all employees' starting salaries - Sim
Steven Sim says the increase in the minimum wage is intended as a basic wage for workers with lower academic qualifications and skills.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Climate and China weigh on how the US views Pacific relations
Pacific leaders keep their preference for US President quiet, yet viewing relations only through the lens of China does nobody a service.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Gulen, the powerful cleric accused of orchestrating a Turkish coup, dies
Gulen was a one-time ally of Erdogan but they fell out spectacularly, and Erdogan held him responsible for the 2016 attempted coup.
Mon Oct 21 2024
[COLUMNIST] The reality of earthquakes in Malaysia: A threat we can’t ignore
The government needs to prepare the public to deal with such disasters in any way possible.
Mon Oct 21 2024
'PROTEGE-Veteran' provides job assurance for retirees
This is an aggressive step by the government to protect the welfare of retirees, said Dr Mohd Hasril Amiruddin.
Mon Oct 21 2024
US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel
THAAD is a critical part of the US military's layered air defense systems and adds to Israel's already formidable anti-missile defenses.
Mon Oct 21 2024
IMAN Research calls for strengthening human security in 2025 Budget
IMAN Research identifies key areas for enhancement within the Malaysian government's Third MADANI Budget 2025.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Zambry assures academics of freedom of speech
Zambry says he is committed to preventing any actions that could infringe upon the rights and freedoms of academics across universities.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Media licensing framework development involves multiple consultations - Teo
Teo Nie Ching says the views of stakeholders have been considered through several engagement sessions and ongoing consultations.
Mon Oct 21 2024