World's first wooden satellite, developed in Japan, heads to space
The palm-sized LignoSat is tasked to demonstrate the cosmic potential of the renewable material as humans explore living in space.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Europe agency says it is in talks with SpaceX on tackling space junk
The aim is to reduce a growing swarm of debris in space swirling round the planet from past missions that poses a risk to active satellites.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Group backed by Bloomberg, NASA launches its first methane-hunting satellite
The satellite, called Tanager-1, will be able to spot methane leaks from individual facilities such as oil refineries and landfills.
Sun Aug 18 2024
At least five countries want Malaysia to lead ASEAN space agency, senate told
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said those countries also wanted Malaysia to be the satellite launch centre.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Malaysia first ASEAN country to develop sport satellite account - Hannah
This is aimed at preparing an accounting system to provide detailed and comprehensive economic picture outside of macroeconomic indicators.
Fri May 31 2024
China launches signal relay satellite for mission to moon's hidden side
The robotic Chang'e-6 mission will seek to retrieve samples from an ancient basin, acquiring lunar material from moon's hidden side.
Wed Mar 20 2024
Malaysia's missing MH370 plane: What we know, 10 years on
Satellite data analysis showed the plane likely crashed somewhere in the southern Indian Ocean, off the coast of western Australia.
Fri Mar 08 2024
North Korea's first spy satellite is 'alive', can manoeuvre, expert says
The orbit-raising manoeuvre was a surprise as the presence of an onboard propulsion system was unexpected.
Wed Feb 28 2024
Satellite due to fall to Earth after nearly 30 years in space
After 13 years of orbital decay, mainly driven by solar activity, the satellite will naturally re-enter Earth's atmosphere.
Wed Feb 21 2024
INSIGHT - How a Chinese rocket failure boosted Elon Musk's SpaceX in Indonesia
Since its failure, SpaceX has launched two Indonesian satellites, with a third set for Tuesday; China has handled none.
Tue Feb 20 2024
China satellite launch prompts Taiwan alert ahead of pivotal vote
The security alert sent to mobile phone users in Taiwan said the Chinese satellite had flown over Taiwan airspace.
Tue Jan 09 2024
NASA to train Indian astronaut for ISS voyage in deepening space ties
Roughly the size of an SUV, the satellite is set to be launched from India with a target launch set for January next year.
Sat Dec 02 2023
North Korea's Kim received photos taken by spy satellite of White House, Pentagon - KCNA
The photos were the latest in a series of images of what KCNA described as "major target regions" sent by the satellite.
Tue Nov 28 2023
North Korea lashes out at critics, hints at more satellite launches
North Korea warned it would continue to exercise its sovereign rights, including satellite launches.
Mon Nov 27 2023
Astronomy camera captures North Korean rocket stage exploding after satellite launch
The South Korean military is seeking to find and salvage debris from the rocket, South Korea's defence ministry said.
Thu Nov 23 2023
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