Two children killed in 'ferocious' knife attack, UK police say
Nine other children were wounded, six of them critically, and two adults were in a critical condition.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Consider This: Autism — Policies, Support Systems & Social Acceptance
Autism affects thousands of Malaysians, yet awareness and understanding of this condition remain limited. What challenges do people with autism face from childhood through adulthood, and what support systems are—and aren’t—in place? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Beatrice Leong, founder of the Autism Inclusiveness Direct Action Group (Aida) and Julian Wong, Chairperson of the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM).
Mon Jul 29 2024
UN demands action on extreme heat as world registers warmest day
Scorching conditions have killed 1,300 hajj pilgrims and closed schools for some 80 million children in Africa and Asia.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Biden says he will exit presidential race if doctors reveal health issues
US President Joe Biden previously said his health condition did not require additional checks, but he was ready if doctors request such.
Wed Jul 17 2024
Six people found dead in Bangkok hotel - Police official
A police official, speaking on condition of anonymity, dismissed earlier reports in Thai media that the six people had been killed in a shooting.
Tue Jul 16 2024
As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit
A majority of Germans believe that conditions in their country worsened since former conservative chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure ended.
Tue Jul 16 2024
Two brothers in critical condition after eating poisoned crackers in Kulim
The packet of crackers containing rat poison was hung on the garden fence by the gardener to trap monkeys.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Gaza pier resumes operations as aid collects in marshalling area
The pier had been re-attached to the shore after being temporarily removed last Friday due to poor sea conditions.
Fri Jun 21 2024
Greece tames wildfire near Athens, arson suspected
Wildfire forced dozens to flee their homes, and authorities now believe the fire was the result of arson as well as hot, dry conditions.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Gov't to study implications of proposal to place MACC under Parliament - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said strict conditions regarding the proposal also need to be reviewed before any decision could be made.
Tue Jun 18 2024
WHO says many people in Gaza facing 'famine-like conditions'
According to WHO, there is currently no evidence that those who are most in need are receiving sufficient quantity and quality of food.
Fri Jun 14 2024
US seeks UN backing for proposed Gaza ceasefire deal
The draft calls on Hamas to accept the deal and "fully and implement its terms without delay and without condition.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Muhyiddin Yassin and Puad Zarkashi settle defamation lawsuit amicably
The settlement was recorded as both parties had reached an agreement with agreed-upon conditions.
Wed May 29 2024
Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 2) — Help Trees Thrive In Concrete Jungles
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Mohd Zailani Jamil, President of the Malaysia Society of Arboriculture.
Fri May 17 2024
Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 1) — Trees as Assets: Valuing Our Urban Canopy
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Koh Cha-Ly, Founder and CEO of Urbanmetry, a data company which uses proprietary algorithms to analyse big data from cities. She is also a member of the World Economic Forum's Global Commission for Nature Positive Cities.
Fri May 17 2024