In Malaysia, warmer temperatures mean fewer male turtles, hurting conservation efforts
Sea turtle conservationists are concerned that uncontrolled global warming will feminise sea turtle hatchling populations.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Thailand frees endangered turtles with trackers to boost conservation hopes
The release of the turtles, follows an intense conservation effort to boost the leatherback's survival chances.
Fri May 17 2024
Reality check, as Country Garden sells down a barely started Australia project
In Malaysia, its plans for the $100 bln Forest City development billed as paradise with turtles and white-sand beaches far from completion.
Thu Oct 19 2023
Two sea turtles nest on Spain's Mediterranean coast as waters warm
Spain, France and Italy have been recording an increased presence of loggerhead turtle egg clutches.
Sat Jun 24 2023
Terengganu govt planning special reward for Turtles if they win FA Cup
The Terengganu government is planning a special reward for the Terengganu FC (TFC) squad if they win the FA Cup on Saturday, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Hotter summers mean Florida's turtles are mostly born female
Florida's sea turtles are grappling with a gender imbalance made worse by climate change.
Wed Aug 03 2022
In China's Wuhan, cholera-causing bacteria in turtles strikes nerve
The detection in Wuhan of a bacteria that caused cholera was separately found in samples from softshell turtles at a food market.
Fri Jul 15 2022
Qatari children help give endangered turtles second chance
A conservation programme in Qatar is hoping to revive the dwindling species, releasing thousands of hatchlings into the sea each year.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Bali beach releases endangered Indonesian turtles back to ocean
Indonesia has become a hub of international trafficking of marine turtles, feeding demand from countries such as M'sia, Vietnam and China.
Fri Jan 21 2022
Indonesia releases 33 sea turtles after rescue from poachers
Indonesia has become a hub of international trafficking of marine turtles, feeding demand from countries like Malaysia, Vietnam and China.
Sat Jan 08 2022
Sea turtles return to Thailand's shores during pandemic
The turtle's nesting was spotted in November by scientists. In about two months, the 100 eggs will hatch and babies will slide towards the sea, guided by the moonlight.
Fri Dec 24 2021
46 baby turtles rescued in Port Dickson - JPNS
Halimi said the hatchlings were found by an individual and his family who happened to be there at that time.
Sun Oct 03 2021
Back to Nature: Colombian officials free nearly 2,000 rescued animals
The animals were released into lagoons and forests after being seized and rehabilitated by authorities fighting wildlife trafficking.
Tue Jul 27 2021
World Oceans Day: Treating turtles' decompression sickness
When caught in the nets of fishermen, turtles are at risk of dying due to an overly quick ascent to the surface.
Tue Jun 08 2021
Mayo to Med: Israel returns sea turtles after tar cleanup
A handful of endangered sea turtles have been returned to Israel's Mediterranean waters after surviving an oil spill.
Sun Apr 11 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