The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang
The Esplanade is known for key moments like the lowering of the British flag and the declaration of independence on August 31, 1957.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Extreme heat is closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide
High temperatures slow down the brain's cognitive functions, lowering pupils' ability to retain and process information.
Sun May 05 2024
Ukraine draft law proposes lowering mobilisation age to 25 from 27
The proposed change comes as Ukraine's 22-month-old battle against Russia drags on.
Tue Dec 26 2023
WHO acknowledges India's success in reducing TB incidence, mortality
India's Health Ministry said The World Health Organisation (WHO) has acknowledged India's success in lowering tuberculosis (TB) incidence and mortality since 2015.
Thu Nov 09 2023
S Korean President announces national mourning period over Itaewon stampede
President Yoon Suk Yeol announced a period of national mourning and ordered the lowering of flags after a deadly stampede killed at least 151 people in Seoul.
Sun Oct 30 2022
Plastic recycling remains a 'myth': Greenpeace study
Virgin production of non-recycled plastic is rapidly rising as the petrochemical industry expands, lowering costs.
Wed Oct 26 2022
KBS to ensure all parties agree before gazetting new youth age limit
KBS will ensure that all related parties agree to the lowering of the youth age limit to 30 before it is gazetted.
Sun Aug 21 2022
WHO urges caution after dog catches monkeypox
Rosamund Lewis said "waste management is critical" to lowering the risk of contaminating rodents and other animals outside the household.
Fri Aug 19 2022
Flight prices reduced by over 30 pct - MOT sec-gen
MAVCOM have agreed to cooperate in lowering the rates during the festive season.
Mon Apr 18 2022
Can 5G protect us against the effects of climate change?
Malaysia is at a crossroads; the technology revolution that is 5G is uniquely positioned to broaden digital access through cloud-based storage solutions, potentially lowering the cost of devices and n
Thu Apr 14 2022
Govt to focus on lowering jobless rate by providing more employment opportunities - Tengku Zafrul
The government will continue to focus on lowering the unemployment rate by providing more employment opportunities as well as efforts to revive the economic sectors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sun Feb 13 2022
Johor assembly passes lowering of age limit of candidates for state seats
Hasni, when tabling the bill, said it was one of the various ongoing initiatives by the state government to empower the young people.
Thu Jan 06 2022
KBS to meet youth organisations this Tuesday over lowering of age for youth
On whether there were objections from youth associations on the lowering of the age for youth, Ahmad Faizal said majority agreed.
Sun Dec 12 2021
Penang State Assembly passes bill to lower age limit for State Assemblymen candidacy
Soon said the youths should also be given the opportunity to play a critical role in the formation of government policies.
Wed Sep 01 2021
Japan considers lowering age bar of Moderna vaccine to 12 years - Reports
So far, Japan allows vaccination of adolescents aged over 12 only with Pfizer's vaccine.
Thu Jul 15 2021
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
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