INSIGHT - Olympic runner Cheptegei defied her violent ex. She lost her life anyway
The story sheds light on the dark side of success for female athletes in Kenya's patriarchal society.
Sun Sep 22 2024
Alleged killer of Ugandan Olympian dies from burns, hospital says
Dickson Ndiema Marangach has died from burns sustained during the attack, the Kenyan hospital where he was being treated said.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Ugandan runner Cheptegei dies after boyfriend set her on fire, officials and media say
Rebecca Cheptegei's death shines a spotlight on violence experienced by sportswomen in Kenya, where she lived when she trained.
Thu Sep 05 2024
Leprosy not hereditary, get early treatment to avoid serious complications
The disease is not transmitted through touch but via droplets, from nose and mouth, for example, when one sneezes, coughs or shares meals.
Sat Jan 27 2024
Three M'sian women named to Forbes' 50 over 50: Asia 2024 list
Forbes' 50 Over 50: Asia 2024 list features 50 inspirational women across Asia-Pacific.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Sleep tourism taps into tiredness, with snooze-focused getaways on the rise
Some vacationers are now jetting off in search of deep and restful sleep. Welcome to the age of sleep tourism.
Sat May 20 2023
Kirstie Alley, 'Cheers' and 'Look Who's Talking' Star, dies aged 71
Alley's children confirmed that she died after treatment for cancer at the Moffitt Cancer Center in Florida.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Abortion pills to become next battleground in US reproductive fight
The pills can be used without significant risk to terminate a pregnancy up to 10 weeks' gestation.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Explainer: How could Russia's Putin be prosecuted for war crimes in Ukraine?
Legal experts say a prosecution of Putin or other Russian leaders would face high hurdles and could take years.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Tennis - Becker hid assets including Wimbledon trophies, court hears
German tennis great Boris Becker "acted dishonestly" by failing to hand over assets after he was declared bankrupt.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Hugh Jackman chases memories in submerged Miami in 'Reminiscence'
He may be a Hollywood superstar but Hugh Jackman says he could not believe his latest leading role was written specifically for him.
Fri Aug 13 2021
Thirty years on, women-only village inspires land equality in rural Kenya
Umoja, which means 'unity' in Swahili, started with 15 women - at its peak, the population grew to about 50 families, explained Nolmongen.
Mon Mar 22 2021
Michelle Obama, Mia Hamm among 9 chosen for Women's HOF
As part of a Class of 2021 announced Monday that also includes former PepsiCo Chief Executive Indra Nooyi and retired Brig. Gen. Rebecca Halstead.
Tue Mar 09 2021
Facebook switches news back on in Australia, signs content deals
These agreements will bring a new slate of premium journalism, including some previously paywalled content, to Facebook.
Fri Feb 26 2021
Dr Rebecca Wong named among Stanford University's list of World's Top 2 pct scientists
The list represents the top 2 pct of the world's most-cited scientists in various disciplines.
Thu Feb 25 2021
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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