Long, short term measures implemented to reduce risks of floods
Long-term measures carried out through the implementation of the Flood Mitigation Plan (RTB) will continue to reduce the risk of flooding in the country.
Wed Oct 05 2022
More sabo structures to be built to reduce risk of debris floods - PM Ismail Sabri
The government plans to build more sabo structures across the country in an effort to reduce the risk of debris floods, such as the one that recently occurred in Baling, Kedah.
Thu Jul 21 2022
Penang seeks federal intervention to reduce risk of state facing another water problem
The Penang government and PBAPP are seeking the federal government to intervene by taking immediate action to reduce the risk of another water supply problem in the state.
Tue Jul 12 2022
New route bypassing Menora Tunnel to reduce risk of accidents
The Perak state government has received the proposal for the construction of a highway from Gopeng to Kuala Kangsar to bypass Menora Tunnel to reduce the rate of accidents.
Mon May 16 2022
Johor formulating plan to reduce risk of severe floods
The Johor government is in the midst of formulating a long-term flood management plan to reduce the risk of severe floods in the state, said Menteri Besar Datuk Hasni Mohammad.
Sat Jan 08 2022
Ivermectin does not reduce risk of COVID-19 illness - MOH
Based on the outcomes of the I-TECH study by the Institute for Clinical Research (ICR), Ivermectin cannot be recommended for inclusion in the current COVID-19 treatment guidelines.
Wed Nov 03 2021
Student rotation to reduce risk of infection, ease monitoring in schools - Radzi
Radzi said it would also help teachers monitor compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) among students, as only 50 per cent would be present at a time.
Sun Sep 12 2021
Transparent barriers installed between MPs' seats to reduce risk of COVID-19 infection
Transparent barriers have been installed between the seats of Members of Parliament (MPs) to separate them and reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Mon Aug 03 2020
SOPs for nurseries: Children of frontliners not being discriminated, says Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said the SOP for nurseries, which was still at the proposal stage and had not been presented to the MKN, was aimed at reducing the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Tue May 26 2020
New passenger cars must have electronic stability control - Liow
Studies from all over the world also showed that ESC could prevent at least 40 per cent of deaths due to loss of control crashes.
Wed Nov 30 2016
Male birth control shots effective at preventing pregnancy
Birth control shots for men are effective at stopping pregnancy in female partners, but more research is needed to reduce risk of side effects.
Sat Oct 29 2016
Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life
Getting young children into bed before 8 p.m. can significantly reduce the risk of being obese in later life suggests new research published in the "The Journal of Pediatrics".
Fri Jul 15 2016
Following prevention guidelines may reduce risk of cancer by up to two thirds
Eating a healthier diet, increasing physical exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and stopping smoking are all modifiable lifestyle choices that could help prevent up to two thirds of cancer.
Sat Jun 25 2016
Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease
Eating peanuts, in small amounts, may reduce the risk of mortality, especially death from cardiovascular disease, a new study Monday showed.
Tue Mar 03 2015
Peanuts may reduce risk of death, heart disease
Eating peanuts, in small amounts, may reduce the risk of mortality, especially death from cardiovascular disease, a new study Monday showed.
Tue Mar 03 2015
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
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