[COLUMNIST] More tyres on the road, more pollution in the air
The everyday wear and tear of running tyres pose a severe threat to environmental and public health.
Fri Mar 03 2023
From war to peace: Vietnam's rubber sandals march on
Made from recycled military truck or aircraft tyres, Vietnam's hand-made rubber sandals have travelled vast distances over the decades.
Sun Jul 31 2022
Manufacturers getting to grips with airless tyres
Instead of being filled with air, the tyres have a web of spokes that keep the wheels firm and give them a see-through look.
Sat May 28 2022
Tyres worth RM690,000 from Singapore seized at Kempas toll plaza
The Region Two Marine Police Force seized 727 tyres of various types worth more than RM690,000, believed to have been smuggled into the country from Singapore, at the Kempas Toll Plaza last week.
Thu Nov 04 2021
Atlantic plastic levels far higher than thought: study
Earth's oceans contain an estimated 150 million tonnes of plastic, often in the form of microplastic particles.
Wed Aug 19 2020
Cops shoot car's tyres before nabbing suspected drug dealer
Kuala Lumpur Police chief Datuk Seri Mazlan Lazim said that police, acting on a tip-off, stopped a Proton Saga driven by a 38-year-old local man and asked the suspect to get out of.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Lim Tayar: Keeping The Business Rolling Along
The Lim Tayar motor vehicle workshop is a family business that is now in the hands of the second generation.
Tue Jun 25 2019
Three killed, six injured as car rams signboard after tyre bursts
Three family members were killed while six others were injured after the car they were travelling in skidded when one of the tyres burst at the 155km Jalan Kuala Lumpur-Kuantan, yesterday.
Fri May 19 2017
Transport Ministry orders investigation into cause of MAS aircraft's flat tyres
The Transport Ministry has directed the DCA to conduct a careful investigation on the incident of two flat tyres experienced by the Malaysian Airlines Flight MH726 aircraft landing at the KLIA.
Wed May 03 2017
Malaysia Airlines aircraft tyres deflated after landing at KLIA
Malaysia Airlines flight MH726 from Jakarta has two of its tyres deflated after landing at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) today.
Tue May 02 2017
Use of retread tyres by heavy vehicles dangerous to road users
The use of retread tyres by heavy vehicles such as lorries and trailers can be dangerous and prone to road accidents, said a lorry driver today.
Sat Apr 08 2017
MotoGP: Choosing wrong tyres proves costly for Adam, Khairul Idham
Their decision to opt for 'slick' tyres instead of wet ones made it difficult for them to record a better time.
Sat Oct 29 2016
Suspected human trafficking syndicate member nabbed in Bayan Lepas
The police were forced to open fire at the car's tyres before detaining the suspect after a struggle.
Sun Aug 07 2016
Hawaiian Airlines plane in emergency landing at Tokyo
A Hawaiian Airlines plane made an emergency landing in Tokyo early Monday, bursting its tyres and forcing the closure of one runway and the cancellation of several other flights.
Mon Jul 18 2016
Tyrese Gibson learns to pray in Qatar mosque, fans left wondering again
A photo uploaded by the Fast and Furious actor on Facebook yesterday raised questions among fans.
Mon May 09 2016
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024