Brazil flooding will take weeks to subside, experts warn
The floods have devastated dozens of towns inland from Porto Alegre, where the downtown area remains under water.
Thu May 16 2024
China denies Philippine report of "artificial island" in disputed waters
The Philippine accused China of building an artificial island, having documented what it said were piles of dead, crushed coral on sandbars.
Tue May 14 2024
Swedish sailor found dead on yacht in Labuan
A Swedish sailor was found dead aboard his yacht anchored near Kampung Patau-Patau waters last night (Thursday).
Fri May 10 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
Move to cultivate paddy using underground water aimed at tackling effects of drought
The government will implement a paddy planting method using an underground water system in preparation for the expected worse hot weather next year.
Wed May 08 2024
Consider This: WST 2040 (Part 2) — Can Water Sector Meet the Ambitious Goals?
In an age where water scarcity looms large, there is a national plan to transform the water sector in the next one and a half decades. The Water Sector Transformation 2040 charts a course towards a future where water is hopefully not just a public utility, but a dynamic and vibrant economic sector. Where are we currently, in the journey to transform our water sector? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to S. Piarapakaran, President of the Association of Water and Energy Research Malaysia and CEO of the Centre for Water and Energy Sustainability.
Mon May 06 2024
Consider This: WST 2040 (Part 1) — 20-Year Transformation Plan for Water Sector
In an age where water scarcity looms large, there is a national plan to transform the water sector in the next one and a half decades. The Water Sector Transformation 2040 charts a course towards a future where water is hopefully not just a public utility, but a dynamic and vibrant economic sector. Where are we currently, in the journey to transform our water sector? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Salmah Zakaria, Fellow with the Academy of Sciences Malaysia. ASM was commissioned by the Economic Unit to conduct the Water Sector Transformation study and developed the national roadmap. Dr Salmah was the chairperson of the committee.
Mon May 06 2024
Bakeries bring bread to north Gaza but hunger persists
Restoring Gaza's bakeries and ensuring a regular supply of flour, water and fuel will be crucial to stopping famine from spreading.
Sun May 05 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
A 98-year-old Ukraine woman walks 10 km under shelling to escape Russians
Lidia Stepanivna said she walked under shelling without food or water, supporting herself with sticks and sleeping on the ground.
Fri May 03 2024
Philippines accuses China of damaging its vessel in disputed South China Sea shoal
The Philippine coast guard said one of its vessel sustained damage from use of water cannon by two Chinese coast guard ships.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Woman jailed 10 years, fined for splashing hot water at Down Syndrome man in apartment lift
Oo Saw Kee was also fined RM6,000 for causing grievous hurt to A. Solairaj by splashing hot water on him.
Tue Apr 23 2024
Ban on consuming PD mussels still in force - N. Sembilan DOF
The analysis conducted on the third sample of mussels and water from the area still detected biotoxins exceeding permissible levels.
Tue Apr 23 2024
The world's coral reefs are bleaching. What does that mean?
Bleaching is triggered by water temperature anomalies that cause corals to expel the colorful algae living in their tissues.
Sun Apr 21 2024
Russia and Kazakhstan battle record floods as rivers rise further
The deluge of melt water has forced over 120,000 people from their homes in Russia's Ural Mountains, Siberia and Kazakhstan.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Cabaran penuhi citarasa jemaah dalam peraturan ketat Arab Saudi
Cabaran untuk menepati peraturan dan undang-undang kerajaan Arab Saudi yang lebih ketat berbanding di Malaysia antara kekangan utama buat petugas katering dalam operasi haji musim 1445M/2024 dalam menyediakan 2 juta pek makanan buat jemaah.
Thu May 16 2024
Wanita warga emas maut dilanggar kereta mengundur
Seorang wanita warga emas meninggal dunia dilanggar keretanya sendiri yang bergerak dalam keadaan mengundur, dipercayai akibat terlupa menarik brek tangan.
Thu May 16 2024
Perodua Masters: Hampir 300 pemain bakal berentap dalam edisi 2024
Biarpun pusingan kelayakan Sukan Olimpik Paris 2024 sudah berakhir, namun kejohanan itu tetap berjaya menarik penyertaan bintang dalam Top10 ranking dunia.
Thu May 16 2024
Sistem pendidikan harus di depan, terajui digitalisasi
Apa yang dibimbangi ketika ini ialah jika sistem pendidikan mampu bergerak seiring dengan kepesatan pembangunan khususnya dalam teknologi digital.
Thu May 16 2024
Lebih 1,000 individu ditahan di Kelantan
Polis menahan sejumlah 1,488 individu atas pelbagai kesalahan dadah dalam Operasi Tapis Bersepadu di seluruh Kelantan bagi tempoh 29 April hingga 15 Mei.
Thu May 16 2024
Lima lagi lebuh raya setuju laksana SPT September ini
Enam lagi lebuh raya bersetuju melaksanakan Sistem Kutipan Tol Secara Pembayaran Terbuka (SPT) bermula September ini.
Thu May 16 2024
Lawrence Wong terima ucapan tahniah pemimpin dunia
Wong menyatakan harapan agar dapat menjalinkan kerjasama bagi meningkatkan kerjasama dua hala dan serantau.
Thu May 16 2024
Anwar mulakan lawatan rasmi ke Kazakhstan
Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim memulakan lawatan rasmi dua hari ke Kazakhstan dengan mengunjungi Masjid Besar Astana yang terletak di sepanjang Laluan Sutera di Astana.
Thu May 16 2024
Pelancong Jerman lemas di Pulau Perhentian
Insiden berlaku ketika Dr Loosen- Freiling Iris, 74, mandi bersama suaminya di pulau peranginan itu pada kira-kira 3.30 petang Khamis.
Thu May 16 2024
Berita tempatan pilihan sepanjang hari ini
Berikut adalah berita yang paling menjadi tumpuan sepanjang Khamis, 16 Mei 2024.
Thu May 16 2024