Nicholas strengthens into hurricane, pounds coastal Texas, Louisiana with rain
Joe Biden declared an emergency for Louisiana and ordered federal assistance to supplement local response efforts.
Tue Sep 14 2021
'Human toll was tremendous': Ida's death count rises while 600,000 still lack power
The storm weakened as it moved north but still unleashed flash flooding on the East Coast that killed at least 50 more people.
Mon Sep 06 2021
Hurricane Ida death toll in Louisiana rises to 12
The number of deaths could increase as many people are relying on power from generators, Governor Bel Edwards said.
Sun Sep 05 2021
Evacuees urged not to return home after devastation from storm Ida
The long, arduous recovery is only beginning from one of the most powerful storms ever to hit the US Gulf Coast.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Hurricane Ida lashes Louisiana, knocking out power in New Orleans
Hurricane Ida, making landfall as a fierce Category 4 storm, plowed into Louisiana from the Gulf of Mexico.
Mon Aug 30 2021
US offshore oil workers flee as storm approaches Gulf of Mexico
US energy companies on Thursday began airlifting workers ahead of what is forecast to become a powerful hurricane by the weekend.
Fri Aug 27 2021
How primates are aiding the fight against COVID-19 in Louisiana
Many of the primates are destined for use in scientific research, including in experiments for COVID-19.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Louisiana hospital shooting: 2 people hurt, woman arrested
Both victims were in stable condition and neither wound was believed to be life-threatening.
Thu Feb 11 2021
Hurricane Laura slams Louisiana, kills six, but less damage than forecast
Laura's powerful gusts uprooted trees - and four people were crushed to death in separate incidents of trees falling on homes.
Fri Aug 28 2020
Hurricane Laura to bring 'catastrophic' damage to Texas-Louisiana coast as a Cat. 4: forecaster
Category 4 hurricanes can pack winds of up to 156 miles (250 km) per hour.
Thu Aug 27 2020
Aunt, grandmother came on fatal shooting scene by chance
An aunt and the grandmother of a Black man who was shot by police in Louisiana arrived on the scene by chance, on their way home.
Mon Aug 24 2020
Harvey moves into Louisiana with at least 35 dead, 17 missing
The storm has forced 32,000 people into shelters since coming ashore on Friday as the most powerful hurricane to hit Texas in half a century.
Thu Aug 31 2017
Harvey roars toward Texas as Category 4 hurricane
Harvey strengthened to a powerful Category 4 hurricane with cities from northern Mexico to Louisiana bracing for flooding, the National Hurricane Center said.
Sat Aug 26 2017
Tornadoes tear path of destruction through Louisiana, at least 20 hurt
Six tornadoes tore through New Orleans and other parts of Louisiana on Tuesday, injuring at least 20 people as the storm roared across highways and streets, leveling trees, power lines and homes.
Wed Feb 08 2017
"Resident Evil" goes back to survival horror roots for new game
"Resident Evil 7: Biohazard" is set on a Louisiana plantation, and Capcom kicked off a four-day immersive experience event in London on Friday.
Tue Jan 24 2017
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