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Climate change

Malaysia must scale up green finance, innovation or face rising climate economic risks: World Bank

GDP could shrink by up to 8.3% by 2050 as report flags weak R&D, skills gaps and cautious private investment

Bridging the divide: Why science diplomacy is our best hope for a sustainable future —Ahmad Ibrahim

Science diplomacy offers a critical path to overcoming global challenges and fostering international collaboration

Growing heatwaves demand urgent re-think of Malaysia’s environmental policies – J. D. Lovrenciear

As temperatures rise beyond 36°C, it’s time for a national greening strategy to safeguard public health and reduce the destructive effects of heatwaves

Waste no more: Asean’s path to climate resilience starts with smarter disposal – Keeren Sundara Rajoo

As climate threats intensify, researchers at UPM Bintulu’s Borneo EcoScience Institute call for stronger regional cooperation to scale waste innovation across Southeast Asia

B40 bearing the brunt of climate crisis – Suhaiza Hanim Mohamad Zailani  

Bangladesh and the Netherlands might serve as models for us to enhance climate shock resistance, helping to alleviate the burden on vulnerable groups

Popular

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal