[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
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
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