Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?
Carbon trading helps rich nations cut emissions while aiding poorer nations' green energy efforts and climate resilience.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Malaysia to become leading hub for green investments, drive sustainable growth
Nga Kor Ming says, through COP29, M'sia aims to establish itself as a leading hub for green investments by promoting supportive policies.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Malaysia, Indonesia's journey in pushing for green finance
Malaysia and Indonesia are advancing green finance to tackle climate change, but face hurdles like unclear standards and public awareness.
Wed Nov 13 2024
COP29: How methane emissions threaten climate goals
Fast-rising methane emissions could undermine efforts to limit global warming by mid-century.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Matcha is having a moment. What are the health benefits of this green tea drink?
A review of 21 studies on green tea shows similar benefits to matcha for improvements in memory, plus evidence for mood improvement.
Sun Nov 10 2024
AI supports fashion's climate goals but workers may be left behind
Artificial intelligence could help the fashion industry become greener, but unions worry workers will pay the price.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Metrosfarm offers lifeline, second chance for homelesss
Izuddin Mastuki says the IoT-based farm, which has been in operation for nearly two years, has successfully trained 14 homeless individuals.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Climate crisis: what Trump can (and can’t) do
Neither Donald Trump nor Kamala Harris made the climate crisis a prominent feature of their campaigns.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Ringgit rebounds, opens higher against weakening greenback
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the ringgit is likely to trade sideways as markets prepare for a busy week.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Current climate pledges still fall way short on Paris goals, UN body says
National pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions still fall far short of what is needed to limit catastrophic global warming, says the UN.
Tue Oct 29 2024
Data centre emissions are soaring - it’s AI or the climate
Three of the biggest tech companies, Microsoft, Google and Meta, have reported ballooning greenhouse gas emissions since 2020.
Sun Oct 06 2024
Istana Budaya uses Green Technology in line with global aspiration towards environment
Istana Budaya has taken the initiative to use green technology to minimise the impact on nature and reduce environmental pollution
Thu Sep 26 2024
German Greens' leadership quits after coalition's election blows
The co-leaders of Germany's Greens party said on Wednesday they would quit after a series of election blows.
Wed Sep 25 2024
Consider This: Halal Certification - Getting The Green Light
With a rise in eateries claiming to be 'Muslim-friendly' but without official Halal certification, discussions have emerged about the challenges of the process. What it takes to get Halal certified and how they can be better supported. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dhaliff Anuar, Senior Manager of the Chairman's Office at Halal Development Corporation and the Head of the Halal Consultancy & Advisory Unit at HDC.
Thu Sep 19 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
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024