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Visibility drops in parts of Delhi as pollution surges

Visibility drops in parts of Delhi as pollution surges

Delhi battles severe pollution every winter as cold, heavy air traps dust, emissions, and smoke from farm fires set off illegally.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Firecracker ban defiance makes New Delhi the world's most polluted city

Firecracker ban defiance makes New Delhi the world's most polluted city

Local government officials have banned use of firecrackers during Diwali and the winter over the last few years.
Sat Nov 02 2024
Eager volunteers help toads cross the road in Russia

Eager volunteers help toads cross the road in Russia

Thousands of toads hunker down during the bitter Russian winter months in the swampy pine forests outside St Petersburg.
Sun Apr 21 2024
Sixth-grade student killed in Iowa school shooting, suspect dead

Sixth-grade student killed in Iowa school shooting, suspect dead

The 17-year-old opened fire at an Iowa school on the first day of classes following the winter break, law enforcement officials said.
Fri Jan 05 2024
Japan issues alert for heavy snow

Japan issues alert for heavy snow

The Japanese weather agency on Friday issued a heavy snow alert for northern Japanese prefectures, as heavy snow continued to hit parts of the country.
Fri Dec 22 2023
China's Shanghai endures worst cold snap in 40 years

China's Shanghai endures worst cold snap in 40 years

Many provinces have recorded historically low temperatures in recent weeks, the run of cold weather was unusual for Shanghai.
Thu Dec 21 2023
A dozen still missing after China's earthquake, 137 dead

A dozen still missing after China's earthquake, 137 dead

Survivors face uncertainty in the wintry months ahead without permanent shelter amid freezing temperatures.
Thu Dec 21 2023
What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge?

What do we know about China’s respiratory illness surge?

The rise in respiratory illnesses comes as China braces for its first winter season since lifting COVID-19 restrictions December last year.
Sat Dec 02 2023
World to hit 1.4C of warming in record hot 2023

World to hit 1.4C of warming in record hot 2023

Next year could be worse, the scientists said, as El Nino's impacts are likely to peak this winter and drive higher temperatures in 2024.
Fri Dec 01 2023
2024 Winter Youth Olympics tickets available free of charge

2024 Winter Youth Olympics tickets available free of charge

Approximately 1,900 athletes from around 80 National Olympic Committees are expected to take part at Gangwon 2024.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Winter coming a week late in Beijing as northern China basks in warm weather

Winter coming a week late in Beijing as northern China basks in warm weather

Daytime temperatures in Beijing hovered above 20 degrees Celsius bathing the capital in a warm smog.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Canadian wildfires could keep burning through winter - Minister

Canadian wildfires could keep burning through winter - Minister

Canada is enduring its worst wildfire season on record, with over 166,000 square of land already burnt.
Fri Sep 08 2023
Storm-weary California lashed with 12th 'atmospheric river' cloudbursts

Storm-weary California lashed with 12th 'atmospheric river' cloudbursts

More than 14,000 people were ordered to seek higher ground due to flooding with evacuation warnings issued for another 47,000 residents.
Wed Mar 22 2023
California, Northeast menaced by late-season winter storms

California, Northeast menaced by late-season winter storms

Mandatory evacuation orders remained in effect for residents in 10 California counties, according to the Federal Emergency Agency.
Tue Mar 14 2023
Sabahan scientist to conduct research in Antarctica

Sabahan scientist to conduct research in Antarctica

Justin Sentian will become the first Malaysian scientist to conduct winter research in Antarctica.
Fri Mar 10 2023
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

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

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

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