What makes us human? Primate genome study offers some clues
Researchers said they sequenced and analyzed the genomes of 233 primate species, comprising nearly half of those alive today.
Fri Jun 02 2023
WHO turns to public for monkeypox name change
Experts warn the name can be stigmatising to the primates it was named after, but who play little role in its spread.
Wed Aug 17 2022
How primates are aiding the fight against COVID-19 in Louisiana
Many of the primates are destined for use in scientific research, including in experiments for COVID-19.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Southeast Asia's endangered primates
This year alone, at least five Southeast Asian primates have been listed as "critically endangered" on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species.
Tue Dec 15 2020
Newly discovered primate in Myanmar 'already facing extinction'
The Popa langur is named after an extinct volcano in Myanmar which is home to around 100 of the primates.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Borneo orangutan dies with 40 pellets in her body
The case is the latest example of one of the critically-endangered primates being killed by humans.
Sat Dec 06 2014
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
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024