MetMalaysia forecasts no major floods in Kelantan this year
The Malaysian Meteorology Department (MetMalaysia) has forecasted no major flood occurrences in Kelantan or other states this year.
Wed Oct 07 2020
Strong earthquake hits Mindanao
The Meteorology Department, in a statement, said the epicentre of the quake was at 102km south-east of Davao, in the Philippines, and 913km north-east of Semporna, Sabah.
Sat Sep 24 2016
Bizarre cloud formation spotted in Teluk Intan
Unusual-looking clouds, which appeared like rolling waves were seen in Langkap, some 18 kilometres from Teluk Intan, here this morning.
Thu Aug 25 2016
Met Dept warns of strong winds, rough seas till Friday
The Meteorology Department says such a condition is dangerous to small boats, sea recreational activities and sea sports.
Mon Aug 08 2016
Weak earthquake in Ranau
A weak earthquake of 2.3 on the Richter scale was detected in Ranau, Sabah, at 5.18 am today.
Sat Jun 11 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
Strong winds, rough seas to persist until Tuesday
The Meteorology Department says strong winds of between 40 and 50kmph and strong waves as high as 3.5m are dangerous to small boats, sea recreational activities and sports.
Fri Oct 16 2015
Rain expected in several states on Aidiladha
Meteorology department say expect rain and thunderstorms in several states on Friday.
Wed Oct 24 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
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Sat Oct 19 2024
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
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Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
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Sat Oct 19 2024