South Korean transport minister plans to resign over country's worst air crash
Park Sang-woo says he will try to find the right timing to resign after addressing the current situation.
Tue Jan 07 2025
South Korea orders air safety probe after the country's worst crash kills 179
South Korea's deadliest air accident ever killed 179 people on Sunday, when an airliner belly-landed and skidded off the end of the runway.
Mon Dec 30 2024
Fiery crash kills at least 167 in worst airline disaster in South Korea
The control tower issued a bird strike warning and shortly afterward the pilots declared mayday.
Sun Dec 29 2024
Rescuers seek cyclone survivors in devastated Mayotte
Hundreds or even thousands are feared dead from the worst cyclone to hit the Indian Ocean islands in nearly a century.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Mayotte cyclone kills several hundred, maybe thousands, in worst storm in century
Cyclone Chido damages homes, government buildings, and a hospital in the strongest storm to hit the islands.
Mon Dec 16 2024
The best and worst meat replacements for your health, your wallet and the planet - new research
The findings show that unprocessed plant-based foods, such as soybeans, peas and beans are best suited for replacing meat and dairy.
Sat Dec 14 2024
Consider This: Floods (Part 1) — Causes, Consequences, and a Path Forward?
Malaysia is experiencing one of the worst flood crises seen in a decade, with more than 150,000 people evacuated and tragically lives lost. While many have returned to their destroyed homes as floodwaters receded, the Malaysian Met Department has warned of a second wave—a monsoon surge likely to occur from December 8th to the 14th on the east coast. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Shah Fiesal Hussain, Head of Global Operations for MERCY Malaysia, which has been providing emergency response efforts to the severe flooding.
Thu Dec 05 2024
World Food Program’s troubles in Sudan hurt hunger relief, alienated donors - internal report
The WFP is struggling to feed millions of people in the African country, which is suffering one of the worlds worst hunger crises.
Thu Dec 05 2024
Thailand, Malaysia brace for fresh wave of floods as water levels ease
Some displaced residents were able to return home and the worst floods in decades began receding in some areas.
Mon Dec 02 2024
Terengganu floods: Number of evacuees rises to 2,765
Kemaman is the worst-hit district with 2,584 people from 554 families housed in five PPS.
Wed Nov 20 2024
North Korea's Kim urges improved military capabilities for war
US, ally threats, and military confrontations with North Korea push tensions to "the worst phase in history," says Kim Jong Un.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Developing nations are least responsible for climate change but cop it worst. Will the COP29 climate talks tackle this injustice?
Since the Industrial Revolution, country after country has turned to fossil fuels to power their transport and industry.
Sat Nov 16 2024
Spain's flood disaster was its worst in recent history. Here's what went wrong.
Mixed messages and confusion cost lives, experts say.
Sun Nov 10 2024
Death toll in Spain's floods rises to 158, among Europe's worst storm disasters
The tragedy is Spain's worst flood-related disaster in modern history, and meteorologists say.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Does Trump really want to compare now to four years ago?
Perhaps no economic statistic shows the US success in skirting the worst economic impacts from pandemic more than unemployment rate.
Thu Oct 31 2024
BNM's international reserves at US$115.5 bln as at Jan 15, 2025
The central bank says the reserves position is sufficient to finance 4.9 months of imports of goods and services.
Wed Jan 22 2025
At UN, Panama reminds Trump he should not be threatening force
Panama is a member of the council, which is charged with maintaining international peace and security, for 2025-26.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan home from hospital days after knife attack by intruder
Saif Ali Khan had surgery after sustaining stab wounds to his spine, neck and hands, doctors said.
Wed Jan 22 2025
22 Democratic-led states sue over Trump's birthright citizenship order
Losing out on citizenship would prevent those individuals from having access to federal programs like Medicaid health insurance.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Vivy Yusof and husband claim trial to alternative charges of misappropriating Khazanah, PNB funds
The couple is jointly charged with misappropriating RM8 million in investment funds from Khazanah and PNB.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Trump says Biden left him 'inspirational-type' letter
Trump says Biden advised him to enjoy his term and emphasised the importance of the role.
Wed Jan 22 2025
TikTok owner ByteDance plans to spend $12 bln on AI chips in 2025, FT reports
This move comes as the Chinese company faces pressure from Washington to sell its popular video-sharing app in the United States.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Meta lures TikTok creators with bonuses
Eligible TikTok creators will be able to earn up to US$5,000 in bonuses over three months for posting Reels on Facebook and Instagram.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Hundreds of Capitol rioters released from prison after Trump's sweeping pardon
The new president pardons more than 1,500 people, including some who assaulted police officers.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Malaysia cannot rely on outdated legislation to face emerging challenges - PM
The PM highlights the government's commitment to keeping legislation aligned with global developments.
Wed Jan 22 2025