Move to cultivate paddy using underground water aimed at tackling effects of drought
The government will implement a paddy planting method using an underground water system in preparation for the expected worse hot weather next year.
Wed May 08 2024
Hot weather: MOH to announce immediately if schools need to be closed
The public has been told not to worry about the hot weather that is hitting several states now, as the situation is being closely monitored by the Ministry of Health (MOH), said its minister Datuk Ser
Fri May 03 2024
Terengganu records five cases of heatstroke, heat exhaustion
Terengganu Health Department said various efforts are being taken to make people aware of the dangers of the hot weather and heatstroke.
Thu May 02 2024
Another death due to heat stroke reported
Based on a brief report on hot weather status by NADMA, dated April 4, the new death on April 1 involved a three-year-old child in Kelantan.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Hot weather: Electricity bill calculated based on usage, not property value - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said currently, global fuel prices remain high, resulting in an increase in electricity generation costs.
Mon Mar 25 2024
Educational institutions urged to allow students, teachers to don sportswear due to hot weather
The ministry announced the move in a statement today, and advised them to follow the set guidelines on national weather phenomena.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Hot, dry weather for Malaysia at end of Northeast Monsoon
According to MetMalaysia, hot weather during this period is a repeated phenomenon that occurs annually every February to May.
Tue Feb 13 2024
'Heat storm' stretches into southern Europe, health alerts issued
Spain, Italy and Greece have been experiencing scorching temperatures for several days already, damaging agriculture and leaving tourists scurrying for shade.
Sun Jul 16 2023
El Nino slows economy for years, costs trillions: Report
The financial toll of the El Nino phenomenon lingers for years and costs trillions in lost income worldwide, a new research has revealed, reported German news agency (dpa).
Fri May 19 2023
All dams in Selangor are at full capacity, able to sustain for four months
All seven dams in Selangor are at full capacity as of Wednesday.
Fri May 19 2023
Gov't ready to declare emergency if hot weather turns extreme
The government is prepared to declare an emergency if the current hot spell in the country turns extreme, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Tue May 16 2023
NRECC ready to deal with impact of hot, dry weather
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change (NRECC) is prepared to deal with the possible consequences and impact of the hot and dry weather.
Tue May 09 2023
Hot weather: 406 hotspot areas identified nationwide
JBPM said a level one hot weather status has been detected in two areas, namely Padang Terap, in Kedah, and Jempol, in Negeri Sembilan.
Thu May 04 2023
Hot weather: Animals also at risk of heat stroke
Heat stroke can also prove fatal as well as cause damage to the internal organs of animals if not treated immediately.
Mon May 01 2023
Hot weather: No activity outside classroom if API exceeds 100 - MOE
Activities that can expose students to hot weather conditions need to be monitored to ensure their health is not affected, MOE said.
Fri Apr 28 2023
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