The global push for paid menstrual leave
MANY women have painful periods, but only a handful of countries, most of them in Asia, allow them to take time off work to recover.
Fri Feb 17 2023
'It felt like my insides were crying': China COVID curbs hit youth mental health
Some 220 million Chinese children and young people have been confined for prolonged periods due to COVID restrictions.
Tue Aug 30 2022
How women have managed periods throughout history
From rags to tampons, menstrual cups and free-bleeding, here's the history of period products on this Menstrual Hygiene Day.
Sun May 29 2022
Women's periods may be slightly late after COVID vaccine - Study
The study can also help counter anti-vaccine misinformation on the topic, which is rampant on social media.
Sat Jan 08 2022
Visitations of graves allowed during non-festive periods
The visitation of graves during non-festive periods is allowed, subject to compliance with SOP, says National Security Council (MKN) director-general Datuk Rodzi Md Saad.
Sat Aug 28 2021
Can we be friends? Dating apps say sex isn't everything in a post-pandemic world
Amorous entanglements aren't uppermost in the minds of many people emerging from long periods of pandemic isolation.
Tue Jun 22 2021
Sales and promotional periods could make you more generous
Research suggests that firms can use price promotions as great opportunities to collaborate with charitable organisations.
Sun Jan 24 2021
UMNO cannot bear being 'second fiddle' for too long - Shahril Hamdan
UMNO people, whether they are progressive or conservative, cannot be in the second fiddle position for long periods.
Sat Dec 05 2020
Explainer: What is period poverty?
In some parts of the world, taboos surrounding periods even make menstruating women unwelcome in public places.
Thu Nov 26 2020
Maradona 'joking' with visitors, recovering well from surgery
Maradona, who is considered to be one of the greatest footballers of all time, has spent frequent periods in hospital over the years, often due to his extravagant lifestyle.
Thu Nov 05 2020
Tampons: From intimate hygiene products to objects with a message
Periods are everywhere and tampons are no longer taboo accessories.
Wed Oct 28 2020
PUNB to expedite loan approval for entrepreneurs affected by COVID-19
Perbadanan Usahawan Nasional Bhd (PUNB) will ensure the process and approval periods for financing under the National Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) are expedited.
Fri Jul 17 2020
On-off social distancing may be needed until 2022: Harvard study
A one-time lockdown won't halt the coronavirus and repeated periods of social distancing may be required into 2022 to prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed.
Wed Apr 15 2020
COVID-19: Three M'sians add to Monday's new cases in S'pore
According to the MOH, the cluster of a private dinner function at SAFRA Jurong on Feb 15 has now been closed as there have been no more cases for the past two incubation periods.
Tue Apr 14 2020
High cholesterol can be a silent killer - medical experts
The elevated levels of cholesterol in the body can be a silent killer without showing symptoms for prolonged periods, said a medical expert.
Thu Jul 27 2017
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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