How aspartame made the agenda of the WHO's cancer research arm
The designation as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" will provide an incentive to fund more rigorous research into the safety question.
Fri Jul 14 2023
What is aspartame, the 'possible carcinogen' in diet sodas, sugar-free juices?
Aspartame grew in popularity as a more diet-conscious consumer emerged.
Sat Jul 01 2023
EXCLUSIVE: WHO's cancer research agency to say aspartame sweetener a possible carcinogen- Sources
Aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas, Mars' and Extra chewing gum, will be listed as "possibly carcinogenic to humans".
Thu Jun 29 2023
One million children lose mother to cancer a year - Research
So the IARC researchers calculated that out of the four million who died from cancer in 2020, one million children were left motherless.
Mon Oct 24 2022
Liver cancer deaths predicted to soar
The number of people who develop or die from liver cancer worldwide will increase by over 55 per cent by 2040.
Sat Oct 08 2022
Very hot drinks 'probably' cause cancer: UN agency
Tea and mate may also be harmful if drunk hotter than 65 degrees Celsius, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
Thu Jun 16 2016
Should we all become vegetarians?
Here's what experts have to say about what this new warning means for your diet.
Wed Oct 28 2015
Should I stop eating meat? No need, experts say
Specialists insist the IARC report is no reason to drop steak from the menu, though it is probably wise for big eaters of it to cut back.
Tue Oct 27 2015
Researchers say excess weight can cause cancer
Researchers say excess body weight causes around 481,000 new cancer cases a year in adults worldwide.
Sat Nov 29 2014
WHO: Outdoor air pollution leading cause of cancer
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday classified outdoor air pollution as the leading cause of cancer in humans.
Thu Oct 17 2013
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