
Malaysia, Singapore reopen discussion on long-standing issues
Malaysia and Singapore are reopening discussions on long-standing issues such as water supply, maritime delimitation and airspace.
Tue Jan 07 2025

29 areas in KL to face unscheduled water disruption due to pipe burst
Air Selangor says water will be distributed in stages once the main water supply distribution system has stabilised.
Tue Oct 08 2024

Water supply to over 33,000 users in Kota Bharu to be restored by Friday
The water supply disruptions were caused by a burst pipe at the Merbau Chondong Water Treatment Plant in Machang.
Mon Aug 05 2024

Unscheduled water cut: Supply in seven districts to be fully restored by Friday - Exco member
Residential areas with low water pressure may take a bit longer, but most users will receive water supply within 24 hours.
Wed Jul 24 2024

Water supply projects in Sabah, S'wak failed to meet objectives - AG's Report
Water supply disruptions in Sarawak and Sabah, poorly managed, continue to deprive rural residents of access to clean and treated water.
Thu Jul 04 2024

Malaysia ready to aid Gaza in rebuilding clean water supply post-conflict - DPM Fadillah
At present, the clean water supply in Gaza is severely affected and disrupted, said Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
Tue May 21 2024

103 water supply projects costing RM121.2 million completed - Pahang MB
As many as 103 water supply development projects involving a cost of RM121.2 million have been completed in Pahang thus far, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail.
Wed May 08 2024

SPAN has zero tolerance on issues involving corruption, governance
SPAN said will also fully cooperate with the MACC to ensure Malaysia's water service industry is free from corruption and misconduct.
Fri May 03 2024

45 pct of Langkawi’s treated water supply wasted by leakages
Syarikat Air Darul Aman Sdn Bhd said this caused the company to incur high repair costs every time a leak occurred.
Wed Feb 07 2024

Five-day scheduled water disruption in Penang begins tomorrow
PBAPP will use 99 water tankers, to deliver water supply to the affected users from Jan 10 to 14.
Tue Jan 09 2024

PM wants report on ongoing water supply problem at UMS
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he found out from social media about UMS students still facing water problems.
Tue Jan 09 2024

Water supply disruption: Residents resort to sourcing water from old wells
Residents of 11 villages in Mukim Keluang near Kampung Raja are making every effort to get clean water due to the water supply disruption.
Wed Jan 03 2024

Water supply disruption: Penang prepares 10 jumbo water tanks in each district
The Penang government will provide jumbo water tanks in each district to prepare for the water supply disruption from Jan 10 to 13.
Tue Jan 02 2024

1,000 consumer accounts still suffering from water disruptions in Penang
Penang Water Supply Corporation CEO K Pathmanathan said water supply restoration had reached 99 per cent.
Mon Dec 25 2023

Is harsher punishment effective in addressing river pollution?
Malaysia is still grappling with frequent water supply disruptions due to pollution, which has taken a toll on daily routines of consumers.
Thu Nov 23 2023

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Gaza hunger crisis could return if Israeli blockade continues, UN relief agency chief says
UNRWA warns the situation in Gaza is quickly deteriorating.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025