[COLUMNIST] Economic violence: A barrier to women empowerment
Economic violence, though more common in poorer households, can impact families of any social or economic status, including the wealthy.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Covid-19 undermined progress in reducing poverty, urban households hit hardest - KRI
Absolute poverty increased from 2019 to 2022, especially among urban households, rising to 4.5 per cent in 2022 from 3.8 per cent in 2019, according to a Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) report.
Thu Sep 26 2024
SARA initiative: Alleviating financial strain for those in need
The SARA aid to households has been increased to RM1,200 from RM600 in 2023, while the rate for single individuals remains at RM600.
Fri Feb 23 2024
Southern Thailand floods: Signs of recovery emerge amidst rising household toll
The flood situation in southern Thailand shows signs of recovery, however the number of affected households continues to climb.
Thu Dec 28 2023
Women farmers shine as 'super-heroes' in India's climate fight
Of India's 12 million self-help groups, serving 140 million households, 88% are all-women, government data shows.
Sun Nov 26 2023
Storm Ciaran kills six, lashes Europe with strong winds and rain
In France, 1.2 million households were left without electricity.
Fri Nov 03 2023
Thousands without power after Typhoon Haikui batters Taiwan
Taiwan worked to restore power to more than 40,000 households after Typhoon Haikui barrelled into the east and south of the island.
Mon Sep 04 2023
[COLUMNIST] For a more realistic budget and expenditure guide, please
The expenditure guide must be more realistic in order to highlight the situation regarding personal finances of households and individuals.
Wed Jul 12 2023
Drop in number of hardcore poor over last six months
The number of households in the hardcore poor category has decreased from 124,744 to 118,217 from Dec 15, 2022 until May 15 this year.
Thu May 25 2023
Malaysian volunteers collect food for needy to tackle Ramadan waste
In the first three weeks of the fasting month, GEMA collected 20 tonnes of leftover food from Ramadan bazaars for the low-income households.
Thu Apr 20 2023
It starts at home - reducing carbon emissions through energy-efficient products
With households being one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, SEDA Malaysia notes it is important to use energy-efficient appliances to reduce our carbon footprint.
Wed Feb 22 2023
Kelantan distributes over 37 tonnes of food aid to Orang Asli affected by Northeast Monsoon
Kelantan is distributing over 37 tonnes of food aid to 2,086 heads of households (KIR) of the Orang Asli community in 10 settlements via land and air.
Sat Jan 21 2023
Some 500 people are evacuated from fire in South Korea shanty town
About 40 homes have been destroyed so far in Guryong Village, which is home to more than 600 households.
Fri Jan 20 2023
Budget 2023: One-off assistance of RM500 for women from BKM households who give birth next year
An allocation of RM150 million would be set aside to increase the birth rate, and reduce the problem of children with stunted growth.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Budget 2023: Government does not neglect M40 group
Tengku Zafrul today announced good news for one million taxpayers among the middle-income (M40) households as proof that the government has never neglected the group.
Fri Oct 07 2022
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
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