Hottest oceans in 400 years endanger Great Barrier Reef, scientists say
Water temperatures in and around Australia's Great Barrier Reef have risen to their warmest, placing the world's largest reef under threat.
Sat Aug 10 2024
Plastic levels in Swiss-French lake as high as world's oceans
Microplastics derive from the breakdown of various consumer and industrial plastic waste and are accumulating in the world's oceans.
Sun Aug 27 2023
In warming seas, marine heatwaves are getting worse
Global oceans are facing unprecedented marine heatwaves.
Sat Aug 19 2023
Australia's Great Barrier Reef off UNESCO danger list, still under 'serious threat'
The world's biggest coral reef ecosystem remained under "serious threat" from pollution and the warming of oceans.
Tue Aug 01 2023
Japan's nuke water discharge poses serious threat to world's oceans - S.Korean lawmakers
The discharge into the ocean is not the only solution, Chu Chul-hyun, a Democratic Party lawmaker said.
Thu Jul 06 2023
Time to rethink humanity's relationship with the oceans
Further research and rethinking our relationship with the oceans is required to realise the full potential of the deep blue sea.
Sun Jun 11 2023
It's About YOUth: Empowering youth to be guardians of the oceans
To mark World Oceans Day, marine biologists Irfan Mowardi from Reef Stakes and Dr Vivian Kuit from MareCet talk about protecting our oceans and getting youth more involved in conservation efforts.
Fri Jun 09 2023
Preservation of South China Sea is integral to protecting marine ecosystems - Expert
Efforts to preserve South China Sea must continue as it is one of the most productive tropical oceans in the world.
Thu Jun 08 2023
Turning ocean waste into sustainable clothing
From tires to fishing nets to the billions of pieces of plastic floating in the oceans, marine pollution is an ecological disaster.
Sat Apr 08 2023
World's oceans were hottest ever in 2022, study shows
The world's oceans were at their hottest ever on record in 2022, according to a new study.
Thu Jan 12 2023
Blue whales eat 10 million pieces of microplastic a day: Study
The tiny fragments of plastic have been found everywhere from the deepest oceans to the highest mountains, and even inside human organs.
Sat Nov 05 2022
On and off screen, Aquaman's Jason Momoa fights for world's oceans
Guterres joins Momoa at the event and apologised on behalf of his generation for not doing enough at the time to tackle climate change.
Mon Jun 27 2022
US to ban single-use plastics on public lands by 2032
Government departments have to develop plans to switch over to alternatives, such as biodegradable and compostable materials.
Thu Jun 09 2022
World Oceans Day 2022: Collective effort needed to protect oceans
Dr Wan Izatul Asma said according to the latest United Nations scientific data, the big fish population had decreased by 90 pct.
Wed Jun 08 2022
To use or not to use?: Our complicated relationship with plastic
With trillions of microplastics floating around in our oceans, we may be ingesting them through the seafood we consume.
Thu Apr 14 2022
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