Focus on forest conservation, not gifting orangutans, govt told
WWF-Malaysia suggests there were more effective alternatives to demonstrate Malaysia's commitment to orangutan conservation.
Tue May 14 2024
Fears for orangutans, dolphins as Indonesia presses on with new capital
The giant apes could face an even bigger threat as Southeast Asia's largest country builds from scratch Nusantara - a new $32 billion city.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Smuggled orangutans start new life after repatriation to Indonesia
The orangutans, Ung Aing & Natalee, spent three years at Khao Pratab Chang Wildlife Breeding Centre in central Ratchaburi province, Thailand.
Sat Dec 19 2020
Orangutans burnt to death in Indonesia
Three female orangutans, including a baby, were burnt to death in central Indonesia after being caught in a fire believed to have been started illegally to clear land for farming.
Thu Mar 03 2016
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025