![Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/51669556500_Leelamthye.jpg)
Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye
A multi-pronged approach is needed to address cyberbullying and this includes introducing comprehensive anti-cyberbullying laws.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Indonesia says it has begun recovering data after major ransomware attack Indonesia says it has begun recovering data after major ransomware attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/41625564684_RANSOMWARE.jpg)
Indonesia says it has begun recovering data after major ransomware attack
Indonesia said it is beginning to recover data that had been encrypted in a major ransomware attack last month.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![One victim in poisoned crackers incident dies One victim in poisoned crackers incident dies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720578004_tbkanakkanakmenin.jpg)
One victim in poisoned crackers incident dies
Police said the victim, Muhammad Akil Syauqi Nur Sufian died this morning at Penang Hospital.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 1) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in US probe of fatal 737 MAX crashes Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in US probe of fatal 737 MAX crashes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/51673418429_BoeingMAX.jpg)
Boeing to plead guilty to fraud in US probe of fatal 737 MAX crashes
The settlement drew swift criticism from victims' families who wanted Boeing to face a trial and suffer harsher financial consequences.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![Nepal court sentences 'Buddha Boy' to 10 years in jail for sexual abuse Nepal court sentences 'Buddha Boy' to 10 years in jail for sexual abuse](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711866103_gaveltukulmahkam.jpg)
Nepal court sentences 'Buddha Boy' to 10 years in jail for sexual abuse
A court official said the judge had also ordered Ram Bahadur Bamjon to pay $3,750 in compensation to the victim.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41719808253_banjirpenampangs.jpg)
Increase in flood victims in Sabah, more than 400 people evacuated to PPS
MetMalaysia warns of thunderstorms and heavy rain in Kuala Penyu and Beaufort, interior areas of Sabah.
Tue Jul 02 2024
![Cyber attack compromised Indonesia data centre, ransom sought, reports Antara Cyber attack compromised Indonesia data centre, ransom sought, reports Antara](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61692271375_cyberthreatshacke.jpg)
Cyber attack compromised Indonesia data centre, ransom sought, reports Antara
The Lockbit cybercrime group is notorious for using malicious software called ransomware to digitally extort its victims.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![Arkansas nurse was treating mass shooting victim when she herself was killed Arkansas nurse was treating mass shooting victim when she herself was killed](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719036912_FordyceArkansas.jpg)
Arkansas nurse was treating mass shooting victim when she herself was killed
Instead of fleeing the store, she stopped to render aid, police said.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![Severed hand believed to be from fight over drug territory - Police Severed hand believed to be from fight over drug territory - Police](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718074384_AbangZainalAbidin.jpg)
Severed hand believed to be from fight over drug territory - Police
Three victims reported being attacked by 20 masked men with clubs and machetes over a drug territory dispute, police said.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![Doctor held for allegedly molesting teen patient Doctor held for allegedly molesting teen patient](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717488389_HandcuffGari.jpg)
Doctor held for allegedly molesting teen patient
The victim claims she was sexually harassed by a man, believed to be a doctor while seeking treatment at the emergency ward, police said.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![Malay reserve land fraud victims urged to report to MACC immediately Malay reserve land fraud victims urged to report to MACC immediately](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716964917_TANSRIAZAMBAKIjp.jpg)
Malay reserve land fraud victims urged to report to MACC immediately
Tan Sri Azam Baki said the agency has not received any reports related to such cases from other states, except the recent case in Perak.
Wed May 29 2024
![MCMC advises public to be wary of calls impersonating its officers MCMC advises public to be wary of calls impersonating its officers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51666270026_MCMCLogo.jpg)
MCMC advises public to be wary of calls impersonating its officers
MCMC said over the past week, they have seen an increase in reports with callers aiming to deceive victims for specific purposes.
Tue May 28 2024
![Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716548444_TBRamliMohamedYoosu.jpg)
Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police
Police said this involved 6.4 pct of the 86,266 online scam victims recorded during the period, with overall losses amounting to RM2.7 bln.
Mon May 27 2024