
Vehicles plough into people outside KL nightspot, two injured
The police receive a report about the incident from a 24-year-old man who witnesses it.
Thu Jan 30 2025

Visibility drops in parts of Delhi as pollution surges
Delhi battles severe pollution every winter as cold, heavy air traps dust, emissions, and smoke from farm fires set off illegally.
Wed Nov 13 2024

Thailand warns of high pollution in capital, asks govt staff to work from home
Air pollution caused by crop-related burning, industrial pollution and heavy traffic, and a smoky haze covered Bangkok's skyline.
Thu Feb 15 2024

Witness says Najib opposed repatriation of USD3 bln from Switzerland
MACC's Nur Aida Arifin said the matter was revealed by ex-1MDB CEO, Mohd Hazem Abdul Rahman.
Wed Jan 24 2024

Smog clouds the sustainability of Asian cities
Asian cities are increasingly falling victim to unhealthy air quality levels and this does not bode well for long-term sustainability.
Sun Jan 14 2024

Borderless haze threatens Southeast Asia
Governments, civil society and the international community need to work fast to combat the threat of smoke haze in Southeast Asia.
Sat Jan 13 2024

Vehicle emissions are polluting Malaysia's cities
Despite some progress in improving air quality, Malaysia needs policies to combat new challenges including climbing transport emissions.
Sat Jan 13 2024

Fog, haze in China as New Year travellers brace for potential disruptions
Conditions were expected to improve from Saturday evening, when a cold wave of air is expected to blow over the country.
Fri Dec 29 2023

Malaysia drops plans for proposed transborder haze pollution bill
The environment ministry said diplomatic approach via negotiations is a better way to "collectively address" haze issues involving borders.
Tue Nov 07 2023

India's New Delhi blanketed by toxic haze, most polluted city in world
A combination of lower temperatures, still wind and crop stubble burning in neighbouring farm states has caused a spike in air pollutants.
Fri Nov 03 2023

Scientists propose sweeping new law of nature, expanding on evolution
It holds that complex natural systems evolve to states of greater patterning, diversity and complexity.
Sat Oct 21 2023

Haze: DOE to increase enforcement in opening burning potential areas
All landowners have been advised to closely monitor all areas which easily and frequently catch fire, said Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.
Thu Oct 19 2023

Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 5pm
Eight areas in Peninsular Malaysia recorded unhealthy API readings, with Klang in Selangor recording the highest reading of 159.
Wed Oct 18 2023

National food security threats likely as El Nino returns
Malaysia currently produces 63 per cent of rice for local consumption, with the balance imported from India, Thailand Vietnam.
Thu Oct 12 2023

Fight to recapture Israeli towns 'taking longer than expected'
Fighting was still raging at seven or eight locations inside Israel captured by the fighters, who killed 700 Israelis and seized hostages.
Mon Oct 09 2023

Russia lays out demands for talks with US on Ukraine, sources say
Russia has presented the U.S. with a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with the US, sources say
Thu Mar 13 2025

Astro launches Max on the Ultra and Ulti Box, bringing more premium entertainment options to Malaysian homes
Astro, Malaysias leading content and entertainment provider, today announced that Max, the premier streaming service from Warner Bros.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Duterte takes responsibility for Philippines drug war, anticipates long ICC battle
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he takes full responsibility for his administration's "war on drugs"
Thu Mar 13 2025

Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions
The Canadian government on Wednesday announced plans to ease sanctions on Syria during what it called a period of transition.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Zii Jia pulls out of Swiss Open due to injury
Malaysia's men's singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia has withdrawn from next week's Swiss Open due to a recurring right ankle injury.
Thu Mar 13 2025

MCMC probes man for uploading fake content on social media
A 47-year-old Malaysian man is being investigated for allegedly uploading fake content that touches on the 3R (religion, race and royalty) on social media.
Thu Mar 13 2025

KPDN calls on public to help report bottled cooking oil shortage
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has urged the public to be the eyes and ears of the ministry and report shortages of bottled cooking oil in their areas.
Thu Mar 13 2025

ICJ to hold public hearings on Israel's obligations in occupied Palestinian territory
The International Court of Justice will hold hearings next month on Israel's obligations towards Palestinians, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Anwar: Sapura Energy's rescue plan excludes former shareholders
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Sapura Energy Bhd's (SEB) former major shareholders are no longer involved in the company's management as part of its restructuring efforts.
Thu Mar 13 2025

Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as new CEO
Intel Corporation (INTC.O) has appointed semiconductor Malaysian-born industry veteran and former board member Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO.
Thu Mar 13 2025