![Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51664850251_depressionAussie.jpg)
Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence
Decades since Global 16 Days Campaign began, violence against women remains rife - a significant barrier to achieving true gender equality.
Sat Dec 02 2023
![Flood victims in Pasir Mas counting days to return home Flood victims in Pasir Mas counting days to return home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/61672185689_TBAishahSalleh.jpg)
Flood victims in Pasir Mas counting days to return home
"I can't wait to go home," said 44-year-old Marhami Rosli, a flood victim who has been taking shelter at the PPS in SK Kedai Tanjong since 16 days ago.
Tue Dec 27 2022
![SEA Games: A decent showing that leaves room for further improvement SEA Games: A decent showing that leaves room for further improvement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/51653298046_MenteriBeliadanSu.jpg)
SEA Games: A decent showing that leaves room for further improvement
After 16 days of intense competition, Malaysia ended the 31st SEA Games in sixth place with 39 gold, 45 silver and 90 bronze medals, surpassing the 36 gold medal target.
Mon May 23 2022
![Debate on royal address completed, 110 MPs participated Debate on royal address completed, 110 MPs participated](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/41633311024_parlimentmalaysia.jpg)
Debate on royal address completed, 110 MPs participated
The current Parliament session is for 16 days from Feb 28 to March 24.
Fri Mar 11 2022
![King to open fifth session of 14th Parliament today King to open fifth session of 14th Parliament today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/51636016655_TBPARLIMEN.jpg)
King to open fifth session of 14th Parliament today
Today's sitting is reserved for the royal address by Al-Sultan Abdullah and the meeting will run for 16 days until March 24.
Mon Feb 28 2022
![SRC'S US$1.18 billion lawsuit against Najib fixed for trial in February-March 2023 SRC'S US$1.18 billion lawsuit against Najib fixed for trial in February-March 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/41645697904_TBnajib.jpg)
SRC'S US$1.18 billion lawsuit against Najib fixed for trial in February-March 2023
The 16 days set by the court are from Feb 13 to 16, 20 to 23, and March 6 to 9, 13 to 16.
Thu Feb 24 2022
![Japan welcomes Paralympians in spectacular fashion Japan welcomes Paralympians in spectacular fashion](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/71629821312_TokyoParalympi.jpg)
Japan welcomes Paralympians in spectacular fashion
Hosts Japan, as expected, put on another spectacular opening ceremony in conjunction with the 16th Paralympic Games - a mere 16 days after the end of a superb Olympic Games here.
Tue Aug 24 2021
!['16 Days 16 Films: An international film competition to raise awareness of violence against women '16 Days 16 Films: An international film competition to raise awareness of violence against women](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/41601780910_FILM.jpg)
'16 Days 16 Films": An international film competition to raise awareness of violence against women
The "16 DAYS 16 Films" initiative is organizing a competition for short films by women directors on the theme of violence against women.
Sun Oct 04 2020
![Employers can apply foreign maid permits online beginning Jan 1 Employers can apply foreign maid permits online beginning Jan 1](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/41500449448_MustafarAli.jpg)
Employers can apply foreign maid permits online beginning Jan 1
Applications can be made directly without an agent or mediator, and it is expected to take seven to 16 days to process.
Wed Nov 01 2017
![Malaysia and Asean should build an integrated railway system direct to China - Ong Malaysia and Asean should build an integrated railway system direct to China - Ong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-08/51471519158_ongkachuan.jpg)
Malaysia and Asean should build an integrated railway system direct to China - Ong
The import or export of goods can be shortened to less than 16 days by train compared to 40 to 50 days by maritime shipping transport.
Fri Nov 04 2016
![Trial of 7 men charged with Kevin Morais' murder to start April 4 Trial of 7 men charged with Kevin Morais' murder to start April 4](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/51443021614_KevinAnthonyMorais.jpg)
Trial of 7 men charged with Kevin Morais' murder to start April 4
The trial is slated to run for 16 days at the KL High Court.
Thu Feb 25 2016
![AirAsia offers low fares for domestic and international destinations AirAsia offers low fares for domestic and international destinations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-01/41357706951_295x200.jpg)
AirAsia offers low fares for domestic and international destinations
The additional flight frequencies from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu and Terengganu will be available only for 16 days beginning Aug 2.
Tue Jul 23 2013
![Meet India's 'Man with the Golden Shirt' Meet India's 'Man with the Golden Shirt'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-02/81359862960_295x200.jpg)
Meet India's 'Man with the Golden Shirt'
Datta Phuge is the proud owner of a golden shirt worth 12.7 million rupees (RM 742, 337), made up of 14,000 pieces of 22-carat gold and put together by 15 craftsmen over 16 days.
Sun Feb 03 2013