BANGKOK, April 1 — Black flies exploded into the air as plastic waste fell from bamboo conveyor belts into skips on a solar-powered barge attempting to remove rubbish from the main river of Thailand’s capital Bangkok. The Ocean Cleanup project launched on the Chao Phraya river, its so-called “interceptor” — a boat-like structure trailing a … Read more
SHAH ALAM, March 17 — The body of a man, believed to be Nepalese, was found floating in the Sungai Klang water lock in Section 17, here yesterday. Shah Alam district police chief ACP Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim said the body was discovered lying face down and fully clothed by members of the public who passed … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 — If you’re planning a weekend getaway, why not consider our neighbour Bangkok, the City of Angels? And if you’re looking for accommodation, there is Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel for your consideration. Overlooking the Chao Phraya River, the world’s first purpose-designed Avani hotel welcomes travellers with contemporary style and stunning views … Read more
BANGKOK, March 4 — One-fifth of fish species in the Mekong river face the threat of extinction, according to a new report from a coalition of regional and international environmental groups. The Mekong — among the world’s most biodiverse rivers, surpassed only by the Amazon and the Congo — is home to some 1,148 recognised … Read more
MATTAWA, Ontario, Feb. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — We are excited to announce the opening of Camp Nawapon, a brand-new summer camp specifically designed to cater to children in foster care. Located on a picturesque 150-acre property along the waterfront of the Mattawa River, this camp promises to provide a safe, engaging, and unforgettable experience … Read more
BINTULU, Feb 18 — The Sarawak government has in its future plan to build wave breakers along the Kemena river estuary, says Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg. He said this in response to a query by the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, on the siltation issue in the … Read more
KUCHING, Feb 12 — The marine police force seized 430,000 litres of subsidised diesel worth about RM924,500 from a vessel berthed along the Sarawak River yesterday morning, state director of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Matthew Dominic Barin said today. He said the seized diesel and the vessel were later … Read more
KUCHING, Feb 11 — A 16-year-old boy died while his 17-year-old friend is feared drowned after they were swept by strong currents while swimming in a river near Rumah Panjang Batu Lintang in Betong around 3.50pm today. The 16-year-old was managed to be rescued while the 17-year-old was swept away by the string current. Efforts … Read more
ALOR SETAR, Jan 31 — The water supply disruption in several areas in Langkawi has been due to insufficient raw water sources for processing, resulting from the El Nino phenomenon affecting the country, especially in the northern part of the peninsula, says Syarikat Air Darul Aman (SADA). The Kedah water concessionaire in a statement today … Read more
PASIR MAS, Dec 28 — The government has approved an immediate allocation of RM6 million to construct a temporary embankment, including the spillway structure for the Sungai Golok Integrated River Basin Development Project (PLSB) to solve the problem of stagnant floodwaters in Rantau Panjang. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that the temporary embankment … Read more
