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Thunberg calls on world leaders to listen to young activists
Time running out to tackle global heating, science has solution, urges Swiss teen activist.
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Penang gov't's reclamation deal with SRS Consortium irks NGOs
This makes a mockery of civil society participation in public matters, says SAM president Meenakshi Raman.
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3news
Despite cloud seeding, Penang dam levels remain at all-time low
Only 2mm of rain fell into Air Itam while Teluk Bahang received none, today they stand at 59.9 pct and 37.9 pct respectively.
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Climate change and water: Protect forests and reduce water loss
LETTER | We must act before the time becomes too late, and the situation too dangerous.
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16news
M'sia returns 150 containers, 3,737 metric tonnes of plastic waste
This was done at no cost to the country, says Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change Minister Yeo Bee Yin.
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3news
Cloud seeding conducted in Kedah, Penang
This is to address water shortage in the northern states of Peninsular Malaysia, says MetMalaysia.
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2news
Xavier: Kedah may need to ration water
However, available tube wells would be opened to ensure water supply is adequate, says minister.
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Brazilian tribes back manifesto to save Amazon habitat from Bolsonaro
'The government is attacking us and wants to grab our lands'.
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columns
All that glitters…
COMMENT | The earth is speaking and even raging, but unfortunately too few are listening.
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15news
Maldives desperate for funds as islands risk going under
More than 80% of the Maldives’ land is less than one meter above sea levels.
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Philippine residents retrieve animals, belongings amid threat of volcano eruption
More than 40,000 residents of Agoncillo have abandoned their homes since Sunday.
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Thunderstorms sweep across Australia's bushfire-ravaged east coast
Thunderstorms may lead to flash floods, while lightning brings risk of new fires being ignited, say officials.
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1news
Penang issues water alert due to reduced rainfall
Chinese community told to reduce water usage while preparing for New Year.
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letters
Enforcement, the media and the air and water we consume
LETTER | Enforcement is severely lacking in Malaysia, and it is time the media put the spotlight on this.
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2news
In light of Aussie fires, ministry urges caution ahead of dry season
With climate change, every nation now faces threat of devastating forest fires which must be properly managed, it says.
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AirAsia, MAS cancel all Manila flights
Taal Volcano expected to explode within hours to days, says Philippine Institute of Volcanology, Seismology.
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Flights temporarily suspended at Manila Airport as Taal Volcano spews ash
The authorities are discussing the possible redirection of all flights heading for Manila Aiport to Clark International Airport in Pampanga.
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1news
Forestry Dept: Satellite image of cleared land not of Bintang Hijau reserve
'The cleared forest area, believed to be for development, is of the Felda Lawin Selatan area in Gerik.'
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Aussie firefighters get reprieve ahead of more heat
So far, fires scorched an area roughly the size of South Korea, a billion animals killed, imperilled.
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Special treat for Moon gazers
This composite image shows the progression of the penumbral lunar eclipse this morning.
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4news
'Get out!' Aussies urged to flee as huge bushfires revitalise
About a quarter of a million people ordered to evacuate homes today as deadly fires rage on.
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2news
Mestecc activates action plan to curb open burning
Strict action will be taken against those found to have caused open burning, including landowners, says the ministry.
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Australia calls for another mass evacuation as monster bushfires return
27 people have been killed as the fires have scorched through an area the size of South Korea.
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Most Puerto Ricans without power, many sleep outdoors after earthquakes
The quakes, the most powerful to hit the Caribbean island in 102 years, killed a man and destroyed about 300 homes.
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Allowed: Trio can file for judicial review of Lynas’ extension
Cabinet’s move to grant 6-month extension usurped Yeo’s power and should be declared null and void, they say.
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'Everyone's scared' - Puerto Rico declares emergency after earthquakes
The largest of the quakes was registered at magnitude 6.4, the most powerful to hit the Caribbean island in 102 years.
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2news
Putrajaya rolls out Biodiesel 20 fuel in Langkawi
The fuel will next be available in Labuan and East M’sia before it is sold in the peninsular, says Teresa Kok.
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1news
Puerto Rico declares emergency, activates National Guard after earthquakes
Temblors killed at least one person, knocked out power across much of the island, says media.
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Bangladesh to ban single-use plastic in hotels, restaurants
High Court also orders gov't to strictly enforce the prohibition of polythene bag under existing law.
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13news
Malaysia ready to assist Australia in fighting bushfires
This includes the deployment of disaster personnel and assets to help put out the fires, says DPM Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.