Environmental & Bio
WHO Issues Warning on Mpox Spread, Emergency Response and Global Risk
On February 27, 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) decided to maintain the highest level of health alert for Mpox. This is not merely a response to an infectious disease …
Wuhan Researchers Discover a Novel Coronavirus with Potential for Transmission
On February 21, 2025, researchers from the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, announced the discovery of a new bat-derived coronavirus, ‘HKU5-CoV-2’. The research team stated that this …
The Advanced Regenerative Bio Act, Exploring a New Direction in Medicine
A Law Opening the Future of Biomedical Science The Advanced Regenerative Bio Act (ARBA) has been in effect since August 28, 2020. This law establishes a legal framework for ensuring …
Malaysia is at war against the illegal smuggling of e-waste.
The Malaysian Customs Department recently announced that illegal electronic waste (e-waste) has been smuggled through false declarations, prompting stricter enforcement measures. (Image=Eddy & Vortex) According to local customs authorities, a …
The International Turmoil Triggered by the Withdrawal of Climate Disaster Aid
Recently, the Trump administration of the United States declared a suspension of foreign aid, placing climate disaster response programs in developing countries in serious jeopardy. The suspension of approximately $500 …