New species of Amazon anaconda, world's largest snake, discovered
It was thought that there was only one species of green anaconda in the wild, but the scientific journal Diversity this month revealed that the new "northern green anaconda" belonged to a new species.
Fri Mar 01 2024
Study shows how snakes got an evolutionary leg up on the competition
Snakes experienced a burst of innovation early in their history and have evolved at a rate perhaps three to five times faster than lizard.
Fri Feb 23 2024
New species of cobra-like snake discovered - but it may already be extinct
The possible relationship between venom spitting and our early ancestors is a reminder that we are part of the Earth's ecosystem.
Sun Oct 08 2023
Pythons on your porch? Call Myanmar's 'Snake Princess'
The team Shwe Metta has rescued around 200 snakes last year from around Yangon.
Sun May 14 2023
Snakes, lizards and desserts meet in Malaysia's first reptile cafe
Customers can enjoy a hot cuppa and observe or interact with the cafe's resident reptiles at the wildlife-friendly cafe.
Mon Feb 27 2023
Cobra killed after receiving bite from boy in central India
Officials said the boy appeared to have received "a dry bite and the snake didn't release any venom," which saved his life.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Melaka lass on mission to change public perception of snakes
When a snake enters the home it's normally because its habitat, like the jungle, has been destroyed by humans, Qurratu A'in says.
Sat Jul 23 2022
Russian missiles kill 17 near Odesa after Ukraine retakes Snake Island
Russian missiles hit an apartment building and a resort near Ukraine's Black Sea port of Odesa.
Fri Jul 01 2022
Russia abandons Snake Island in strategic victory for Ukraine
Russia describes it as a "gesture of goodwill" that shows Moscow is not obstructing United Nations efforts to open a humanitarian corridor.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Snake on plane: CAAM to ensure proper risk mitigation - Wee
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) will continue to monitor airline management operations to ensure all risks are mitigated correctly and accordingly.
Sat Feb 12 2022
Oh no! That's a real snake on a plane!
After an AirAsia flight from Kuala Lumpur was diverted from Tawau, Sabah to Kuching, Sarawak on Friday, many took to social media to voice their concerns over the incident.
Sat Feb 12 2022
AirAsia flight diverted after snake spotted onboard
An AirAsia flight en route to Tawau from Kuala Lumpur on Thursday (yesterday) was diverted to Kuching after a snake was spotted onboard.
Fri Feb 11 2022
Cuban children with disabilities pet jaguars and snakes for therapy
The therapy program has proven a rare bright spot for children with Down's syndrome, autism and other special needs.
Mon Jan 31 2022
Brazilian viper venom may become tool in fight against coronavirus, study shows
A molecule in the venom of a type of snake inhibited coronavirus reproduction in monkey cells, a possible first step toward a drug to combat the virus.
Wed Sep 01 2021
17-month-old boy dies of suspected snakebite
Police said the victim's mother heard her son screaming and saw a snake escaped into a hole in the room.
Sat Jul 24 2021
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