From bows to handshakes, how Macron let social distancing slip
French President Emmanuel Macron was showing signs of letting his guard down almost a year into the pandemic.
Fri Dec 18 2020
How to party safely during a pandemic
It's entirely possible to enjoy summer gatherings with friends while protecting yourself and others from the coronavirus.
Sun Aug 30 2020
COVID-19: Hugs, kisses from afar for parents, loved ones
Many are now longing and missing their loved ones, having being apart for so long, except to communicate through telephone calls and through the WhatsApp application.
Tue May 12 2020
CMCO: Perlis allows conditional Friday prayers from May 15
Members of congregation including imam and khatib must not exceed 12 persons, with only mosque officials and committee members allowed to participate.
Fri May 08 2020
Trump greets Netanyahu with smiles, handshakes and a jolt or two
If there were differences, the two men each immersed in political turmoil on the home front - did all they could to mask them during a White House news conference brimming with smiles.
Thu Feb 16 2017
No handshake exemption for Muslim pupils, Swiss canton rules
Two Muslim brothers courted controversy when they declined to shake a female teacher's hand at school.
Wed May 25 2016
When handshakes are no longer in fashion
Linawati Adnan shares her observation and findings on what is really in fashion today when it comes to the jumble of greetings that have emerged today
Sun Feb 28 2016
Fist bumps more hygienic than handshakes, say scientists
The study discovered that a handshake transfers 10 times as much bacteria as a fist bump.
Tue Jul 29 2014
China's PCT international patent applications top world for 5 consecutive years: WIPO chief
China has become the country with the most international patent applications, according to AIPPI President Shoichi Okuyama.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Charles Leclerc wins US Grand Prix; Max Verstappen 3rd after Norris penalty
Charles Leclerc also won the Monaco Grand Prix and Italian Grand Prix this year and sits third in the driver standings.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Australia's Qantas told to pay $114,000 to 3 sacked workers in landmark outsourcing case
Qantas claims the sackings were warranted as a cost-cutting measure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Oct 21 2024
After Sinwar's death, Israel aims to lock in strategic gains before US election
Israeli leaders are seeking to reshape regional landscape in Israel's favour and shield its borders from any future attacks, sources said.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will make decisions based on its interests, PM's office says
Israel is pondering its military reaction to recent Iranian missile strikes.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Ringgit extends positive momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today's early session, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency.
Mon Oct 21 2024
BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments, and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the collapse of the dam.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Trump hands out french fries in Pennsylvania, Harris visits Georgia churches
Both candidates were scrambling for votes in the most competitive states.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall
Lula "was advised to avoid long-distance air travel but is otherwise able to carry out his regular duties."
Mon Oct 21 2024
Lebanese flee as blasts hit Beirut, Israel warns of strikes on Hezbollah finance arm
On Sunday Israel said it hit Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters and an underground weapons workshop in Beirut.
Sun Oct 20 2024