Three perish in pre-dawn fire that destroyed eight shophouses in Kota Kuala Muda
A cousin said the three had arrived at the premises early to avoid traffic and to prepare for the next day's business.
Mon Sep 18 2023
Charred remains of two victims found in shophouse fire near Sungai Petani
The firefighters found eight units of class B two-storey shophouses on fire and efforts were made to prevent the fire from spreading.
Mon Sep 18 2023
Evacuees due to high tide phenomenon in Kedah yet to return home
The 94 residents in six villages who were forced to leave their homes due to the high tide phenomenon two days ago have yet to return home and are still at four relief centres in Kota Kuala Muda.
Thu Oct 20 2016
Floods wreak havoc on west coast
The large high-tide phenomenon wreaks havoc on big swathes of the west coast and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes.
Wed Sep 21 2016
Pulau Langkawi, Kota Kuala Muda at risk of another tsunami?
Although it has been over a decade since the 2004 tsunami struck, Langkawi and Kota Kuala Muda in Kedah are still at risk of being hit, the Kedah Meteorology Department says.
Sun Dec 27 2015
2004 tsunami, a forgotten tragedy?
Despite having more than 10 people killed there, the tragedy seems to have been forgotten by many in Kota Kuala Muda.
Sat Dec 26 2015
Teen girl returns home after reported missing since Sept 22
The 17-year-old girl, Maisarah Zainol, who was reported missing since Sept 22 returned home safely last Friday.
Sun Oct 04 2015
Call to relocate remaining residents at Kota Kuala Muda
The Kedah government has been urged to relocate the remaining residents at Kota Kuala Muda hit by the tsunami 10 years ago.
Fri Dec 26 2014
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