WIDER IMAGE - In the Andes, mountain guides bear witness to shrinking glaciers
Rising global temperatures due to climate change have led the glacier to retreat and the permafrost to melt.
Sat Jul 27 2024
The Himalayas: An ever-more dangerous adventure destination
Dangers that guides and experts say are rising due to climate change and as more people seek high-altitude thrills.
Tue Oct 04 2022
JPSM to enforce new condition of mountain guides for climbing activities
Mohd Ridza Awang said the use of mountain guides is required, especially during climbing activities in risky HSK areas.
Wed Aug 10 2022
Long wait to enter Malaysia via LINKEDUA, claims MTGC
The Malaysian Tourist Guides Council (MTGC) claims that tourists coming in via LINKEDUA by tour coaches have to wait for hours before entering Malaysia.
Sat Jun 18 2022
More seek gun training in Taiwan as Ukraine war drives home China threat
From tour guides to tattoo artists, some in Taiwan are taking shooting lessons for the first time in their lives.
Thu Jun 02 2022
Malaysian women tourist guides set to welcome foreign visitors
MWTGA is set to provide their best services to foreign visitors with the opening of the country's borders.
Mon Feb 21 2022
In Oxford, refugees are being trained as tour guides
These volunteers will lead tours and organize digital events to introduce the collections of these museums to the public.
Sat Nov 27 2021
University student leaders told to take on new challenges as leaders
University student leaders today will have a heavier responsibility compared to their predecessors as they should be guides to the first generation of first-time voters who would be eligible when the
Fri Apr 09 2021
New York Times Cooking has had a blockbuster year
NYT has attracted 113 million foodies thanks to its rich catalogue of recipes and culinary guides, a 40 pct increase over 2019.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Permai Package: RM500 one-off payment for tourist guides, taxi and bus drivers - PM
Tourist guides, as well as taxi and bus drivers will be receiving a one-off financial assistance of RM500 involving an allocation of RM66 million under the PERMAI assistance package.
Mon Jan 18 2021
Queen opens Girl Guides Association AGM
PPPM is now more active in implementing various programmes and plans online.
Sat Oct 03 2020
Formation of new govt must be in accordance with constitution - PM Muhyiddin
The prime minister said Malaysia is a parliamentary democracy supported by a Constitution that guides the decision-making process.
Thu Sep 24 2020
Raja Permaisuri Agong receives 2020 medal of service by WAGGGS
Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah yesterday received the 2020 Medal of Service by the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).
Fri Jul 17 2020
One-off payment RM600 for taxi drivers, tour guides today
A one-off payment of RM600 each to registered taxi drivers and tour guides will be deposited into their registered account starting today (April 2).
Thu Apr 02 2020
Vida launches book on secrets for business success
Hasmiza says the book contained valuable guides and advice for those who wanted to start a business as it chronicled her journey in building her multimillion ringgit business empire.
Sat Sep 09 2017
ANALYSIS - What could happen if Trump rejects the US election results
If Trump seems to be losing, the delay could let him claim fraud and undermine confidence in election officials.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Motorcycling - Marquez wins Australian MotoGP after intense battle with Martin
The 31-year-old, third in the championship standings, has now won the Australian MotoGP four times in the premier class.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption, other issues
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues
Sun Oct 20 2024
Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks
Sherpas are known for climbing skills that make them the backbone of mountain expeditions.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Inside the underground lab in China tasked with solving a physics mystery
China will soon collect neutrino data, aiming to unravel one of particle physics' biggest mysteries.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Millions in Cuba still without power as major outage persists
Millions of Cubans remain without electricity because of a prolonged outage at the main power plants on the island, Anadolu Agency reported.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says
About 1.84 million people across the besieged Palestinian enclave are living through high levels of acute food insecurity.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel's north
A drone was launched at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's holiday home.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Elon Musk promises to award $1 mil each day to a signer of his petition
He awarded a $1 million check to an attendee of his event in Pennsylvania aimed at rallying supporters behind Donald Trump.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sun Oct 20 2024