In a boiling world, chief heat officers battle 'silent killer'
This year, heatwaves have already ravaged several countries in Asia, costing lives, disrupting education and damaging livelihoods.
Sat May 25 2024
Half of world's pastures degraded by overuse, climate change, UN report says
The impact of climate change is putting food supplies and livelihoods in peril, said UNCCD.
Fri May 24 2024
China's childcare costs among highest in world-think tank
Raising children also leads to a reduction in women's paid work hours and wage rates, while men's livelihoods remain largely unchanged.
Fri Feb 23 2024
India turns to AI to capture its 121 languages
Speech data collection can also boost rural livelihoods.
Fri Dec 08 2023
Climate change threatens Hungary's Christmas trees
Villagers are worried their livelihood could be in danger as pine forests are shrinking due to climate change.
Sat Dec 02 2023
How clouds protect coral reefs, but will not be enough to save them from us
Coral reefs provide food and livelihoods and protect coastlines from storms, contribute to local economies and preserve cultural heritage.
Sat Oct 14 2023
Ed Sheeran did not violate 'Let's Get It On' copyright, US jury finds
It's devastating to be accused of stealing someone else's song when we've put so much work into our livelihoods, Ed Sheeran said.
Fri May 05 2023
Influencers take stock of life and dreams if US bans TikTok
Beyond popularity and fans, TikTok backers believe it provides livelihoods, paths to social change and a sense of community.
Fri Mar 24 2023
Life's no longer rosy at Senegal's Pink Lake after floods
Extreme floods contaminated the lake, threatening thousands of people who depend on it for their livelihood.
Tue Jan 24 2023
King has not taken salary since start of COVID-19 - PM Anwar
Yang di-Pertuan Agong has not taken a salary since COVID-19 hit the country because His Majesty is concerned with the economic situation that has taken its toll on people's livelihood.
Wed Dec 14 2022
Transition to green agenda must be gradual to avoid job losses
Tengku Zafrul said as many companies aim to achieve their green agenda, the transition somewhat poses a threat to businesses and livelihood.
Tue Sep 20 2022
Agroforestry Working Group established to empower livelihood enhancement in Sabah
The working group aims to understand the perspectives of different stakeholders on the potential of agroforestry implementation.
Thu Jul 21 2022
[COLUMNIST] Cultivate community farming culture into the current production ecosystem
Community farming would be the ideal way of promoting climate resilient soil regeneration and sustainable livelihoods among Malaysians.
Thu May 26 2022
What Johoreans need are economic and political stability
Political parties should constantly reflect on the needs of Johoreans and work towards restoring their economic livelihoods.
Thu Feb 24 2022
'We saw death in front of us': Passengers recount Greece-Italy ferry fire ordeal
Passengers rescued from the ferry felt relieved to be alive, though some feared for their livelihoods after losing trucks and cargos.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024