Taiwan offers China help again to deal with COVID-19 surge
Taiwan has again offered to provide China with assistance to help it deal with a surge in COVID-19 cases but Chinese authorities have not yet responded.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Malaysia's financial market remains orderly despite volatility in global markets
Domestically, a surge in COVID-19 cases and the rise in global bond yields also led to some market stress, BNM said.
Wed Mar 30 2022
COVID-19: RRTF reactivated as part of measures to tackle Omicron wave - Khairy
MOH has reactivated the National COVID-19 Rapid Response Task Force (RRTF) as it heightens the level of preparedness to deal with the Omicron wave following a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Mon Feb 07 2022
20,000 flights cancelled in US since Christmas Eve: The Hill
Airlines for weeks have been forced to cancel flights because of staff shortages driven by the surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide.
Sat Jan 08 2022
London Mayor: Inevitable we will have more COVID restrictions
Khan declared a "major incident" on Saturday to help the capital's hospitals cope with a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Sun Dec 19 2021
Sydney virus cases to 'rise substantially' amid Delta outbreak
Australian authorities warns Sydney residents to brace for a surge in COVID-19 cases in the coming weeks.
Tue Aug 17 2021
Malaysia sets new target of fully vaccinating 100 per cent of adult population by October
All adults in Malaysia are expected to be fully vaccinated by October under a new immunisation target set by the government to stem the recent surge in COVID-19 cases.
Sun Jul 18 2021
Thailand announces stricter measures to curb surge in COVID-19 cases
Effective Monday, Thailand to impose stricter measures including banning dine-in at restaurants and gatherings of more than 20 people in Bangkok and nine other provinces for at least 30 days.
Sun Jun 27 2021
Malaysia's economic recovery affected by surge in COVID-19 cases
Malaysia's economic recovery is expected to be affected by the latest surge in COVID-19 infections that triggered a two-week lockdown.
Mon Jun 07 2021
EMCO in five areas in Sabah from June 1 - Ismail Sabri
Five areas in Sabah will be placed under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) from June 1 until June 14 following the surge in COVID-19 cases in the localities.
Sun May 30 2021
EMCO in several sub-districts, localities in Labuan, Pahang and Sabah
Several sub-districts and localities in Labuan, Pahang and Sabah will be placed under the Enhanced Movement Control Order (EMCO) following a surge in Covid-19 cases in the areas.
Mon May 24 2021
Olympics: Poll shows 60 pct of Japanese want Games cancelled
Japan has extended a state of emergency in Tokyo until the end of May and is struggling to contain a surge in COVID-19 cases.
Mon May 10 2021
MCO in Kluang, Johor from May 11-24
The district of Kluang in Johor will be placed under the Movement Control Order (MCO) from Tuesday (May 11) until May 24 following a surge in COVID-19 cases there.
Sun May 09 2021
Badminton - Malaysia Open postponed due to surge in COVID-19 cases
Due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 infections in recent weeks, the Malaysia Open has been postponed.
Fri May 07 2021
Sultan Muhammad V concerned with surge in COVID-19 cases in Kelantan
Sultan Muhammad V advises the people, regardless whether they are VIPs or celebrities, to leave the state, unless on emergency cases.
Thu May 06 2021
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
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