Russia begins mass production of radiation-resistant mobile bomb shelters
The "KUB-M" shelter looks like a reinforced shipping container which gives some protection against radiation, shrapnel, debris and fires.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Pakistan seals off capital, blocks cellphones ahead of protest by Imran Khan's party
Shipping containers have been placed to block Islamabad's entry and exit points, guarded by large numbers of police and paramilitary troops.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Could your future house be constructed from an upcycled shipping container?
Instead of being scrapped or discarded, some containers used to transport maritime goods have a rather consequential second life.
Sun Oct 30 2022
Malaysian glove maker denies its workers are living in shipping containers
Health authorities have ordered the factory to close for seven days, citing conditions that could cause the spread of infectious diseases.
Tue Dec 22 2020
Santa goes virtual in pandemic hit Spain
'Papa Noel' has transformed an old shipping container in Leganes, south of Madrid, into a grotto-cum-production studio.
Mon Dec 21 2020
South Korea scrambles to build container hospital beds to combat third COVID wave
South Korea authorities scrambled on Thursday to build shipping container hospital beds to alleviate medical facilities stretched by the latest coronavirus wave.
Thu Dec 10 2020
Thai customs seizes 62 kg 'ice' destined for Malaysia
Thai customs confiscated 62 kilogrammes of 'ice' (methamphetamine) in Bangkok worth about 37 million baht hidden in a shipping container destined for Malaysia.
Wed Nov 25 2020
Malaysian charged in Australia over $206 mln meth haul
Some 275 kilograms (605 pounds) of crystal methamphetamine were found under the floorboards of shipping containers after a tip-off, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection said.
Mon Jul 04 2016
British police arrest suspect over migrant container death
British police arrested a man Tuesday on suspicion of manslaughter over the death of an Afghan Sikh immigrant whose body was found in a shipping container
Wed Aug 20 2014
Screaming survivors found in container at UK port
One man was found dead and 34 others still alive in a shipping container on Saturday after staff at a British port heard banging and screaming coming from inside.
Sat Aug 16 2014
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
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