Gazans burn plastic waste to produce fuel
Some Palestinians in the north of the shattered territory have turned to using plastic waste to make their own fuel.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Waste not: Taiwan workshop turns trash into sunglasses
Plastic caps, food packaging, utensils and toys are being upcycled into new items at a zero-waste workshop in Taipei.
Sun Sep 08 2024
Waste crisis deepens misery in Gaza as war rages
Children sift through garbage on Gaza's streets in a growing sanitation crisis that's adding to the misery of war.
Sat Jul 20 2024
MADANI govt remains resolute despite facing criticism for unpopular decisions - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said it was crucial to strengthen the economy as revenue was wasted and subsidies weren't reaching target groups.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today
After the session, Dewan Rakyat will continue with debate on Annual Reports and Financial Statements of Suhakam for the Years 2021 and 2022.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Gaza environmental damage unprecedented, says UN report
Water, sanitation and hygiene systems are almost entirely defunct, with Gaza's five wastewater treatment plants shut down, the report found.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Malaysia battles to avoid waste knot’s chokehold
While it has made progress in some areas, Malaysia's daily waste generation rate is way above the global average.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Australian researchers turn morning coffee waste into greener concrete
Millions of tons of used coffee grounds are produced globally and most are sent to landfills where they emit methane as they break down.
Sat Jun 01 2024
Gazan dentistry student embarks on new passion following arrival in Egypt
Salma Shurrab fled Gaza with her family following months of fighting which has reduced much of her city to a wasteland.
Sat May 25 2024
Israel pushes back into northern Gaza, ups military pressure on Rafah
The bombardment has laid waste to the coastal enclave and caused a deep humanitarian crisis.
Mon May 13 2024
Plastic talks end without agreement on curbing production
Countries wrangled over whether the treaty should address how to tackle the overproduction of plastic.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Taiwan's strongest earthquake in 25 years kills nine; 50 missing
Aftershocks could still be felt in Taipei, with more than 50 recorded, weather officials said.
Wed Apr 03 2024
33,000kg of surplus food worth RM416,000 collected at Ramadan bazaars - Fuziah
Fuziah Salleh says the team also makes compost from food waste using compost machine, which can produce fertilisers within 48 hours.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Indonesia fishing village grapples with piles of trash brought in by tides
Teluk has one of Indonesia's dirtiest beaches as villagers said that heavy rain has led to stronger tides, bringing more trash to shore.
Sat Mar 23 2024
UN study finds the world produces more e-waste every year
There are dangers for the environment because electronic waste can contain toxic additives and hazardous substances.
Thu Mar 21 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024