[LETTER TO EDITOR] On shaky ground: Protecting visitors in limestone hill enclaves
Authorities should also consider empowering locals about the potential hazards associated with limestone formations.
Thu Apr 18 2024
Want to be more focused at work? Get some exercise!
A sedentary lifestyle is a source of many health hazards, including in the workplace.
Sun Feb 12 2023
Hawaii volcano alert level lowered to watch - USGS
Under a watch alert level, an eruption is underway but poses limited hazards.
Mon Dec 12 2022
How plants produce their own 'aspirin' to protect themselves from environmental hazards
This surprising process could pave the way for exploring new means of protecting other types of plants from the effects of climate change.
Sat Jul 23 2022
Fire Dept fully prepared for emergencies - DG
JBPM has taken full preparatory measures in dealing with emergency situations and hazards following the country's transition to the endemic phase and also the upcoming Aidilfitri celebration.
Sun May 01 2022
MOH to introduce Drinking Water Quality Act
MOH is planning to introduce the Drinking Water Quality Act (DWQA) soon as a measure to further fortify protection against health hazards due to unsafe drinking water.
Thu Apr 07 2022
Nigerian floating slum braces for more storm damage
More than 34 pct of Lagos's territory was vulnerable to flooding in 2019, up from just 1 pct at the start of this century, the report said.
Tue Mar 01 2022
Melaka polls: Kak Som's mission to tackle flood, rubbish issues in Pengkalan Batu
Flood hazards and garbage disposal are among the issues BN candidate for Pengkalan Batu, Datuk Kalsom Noordin will pay attention to if the mandate is given to her.
Thu Nov 11 2021
Floods hit Kota Kinabalu, Penampang and Tuaran following continuous downpour
The agencies involved are monitoring the flood 'hotspot' areas and early preparations have been made to face flood hazards in the state.
Tue Sep 21 2021
Explainer: Why does Haiti have earthquakes?
Here's a look at why the Caribbean country is affected by earthquakes.
Tue Aug 17 2021
Probe into launching gantry incident at SUKE construction site will take a month - DOSH
DOSH said employers have control and responsibility to first identify hazards at the workplace.
Thu Mar 25 2021
Johor police to investigate students in drug abuse
Police investigation is geared more towards tracking down drug pushers to students.
Mon Sep 14 2020
Investing in disaster risk reduction for resilience
George Town is prone to various natural hazards namely floods, landslides, coastal erosion, typhoon, as well as technological and industrial hazards.
Tue Jul 07 2020
SOCSO hopes more gig workers will benefit from social protection
The gig economy platforms are encouraged to participate in the scheme as their workers are exposed to hazards in the course of their work.
Wed Jun 17 2020
Smokers at high risk or worse complications if infected by COVID-19
If the warnings of the health hazards posted on cigarette boxes do not affect them, smokers should also realise that they are at high risk of worse complications if infected by COVID-19.
Mon Jun 01 2020
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
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