It’s About YOUth: Supporting young families
Rising childcare and education costs in Malaysia are pushing many young couples to delay or forgo having children. UNFPA’s Lee Min Hui and PJ Lestari advocate Nur Hafizah Noslan discuss potential government strategies to ease the pressures on young parents. #ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Nov 08 2024
KMF 2024: Brain Drain in Emerging Economies
An enlightening discussion with Raja Hamzah Abidin Raja Nong Chik, Board of Director at TalentCorp, on the pressing issue of talent migration in Malaysia. We explored how global megatrends like AI, 5G, and automation are influencing talent movement, the strength of Malaysia’s green economy initiatives, and the impact of hyper-connectivity on talent retention. We also delved into how the private sector can embrace Industry 5.0 and the gig economy to create competitive work environments, and whether Malaysia’s re-skilling programs are keeping pace with global technological changes.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Govt has no intention of curbing press freedom - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said freedom of the press is one of the core principles that we do not only need to support but also further enhance.
Tue Mar 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] Israel and the crime of aggression under the Rome Statute
It's time for the international community to rachet up the pressure for Israel to be brought to justice.
Mon Dec 18 2023
It's About YOUth: Understanding the world of social workers
Saskia Blume from UNICEF and Malaysian Association of Social Workers' Divaghar Voothayakumar discuss the often-overlooked world of social workers, their critical roles, and the pressing need for legal recognition of social work in Malaysia.
Fri Sep 08 2023
Tennis: Raducanu says she sometimes wishes she had not won US Open
Emma Raducanu said she sometimes wishes she had not won the Grand Slam due to the pressure that came with the success and instant fame.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Govt hopes pressure on ringgit will reduce after US debt ceiling issue is resolved - Ahmad Maslan
The pressure on the ringgit against the US dollar is hoped to lessen when the US debt ceiling issue is resolved over the next few days.
Wed May 31 2023
Nigeria's Tinubu gets his turn as president, familiar problems await
Bola Tinubu to be sworn in as Nigeria's president under the pressure to quickly improve economic and security conditions.
Mon May 29 2023
AWANI Review: Attracting the best and brightest: Unlocking Malaysia's advantage
Catherine Lian is the brain drain to brain gain success story for Malaysia.
After spending two decades overseas, she returned to become IBM Malaysia's Managing Director. She discusses the pressing need for bold policies to address the digital talent shortage, and why inclusive leadership matters.
After spending two decades overseas, she returned to become IBM Malaysia's Managing Director. She discusses the pressing need for bold policies to address the digital talent shortage, and why inclusive leadership matters.
Sat Mar 25 2023
Prince Harry says William knocked him to the floor in dispute - Guardian
Harry says William called Meghan "difficult," "rude" and "abrasive," which he said sounded like "the press narrative" about Meghan.
Thu Jan 05 2023
India's 'King' Kohli opens up about mental health struggle
Kohli said the pressure of his career had at times had a negative impact on his mental health.
Fri Aug 19 2022
10 years after 'Gangnam Style', Psy is happier than ever
Psy is living his best life - proud of his "greatest trophy" and free from the pressure of repeating that unprecedented success.
Tue Jun 07 2022
Agong interviewing all MPs in search of next PM | Kini News - 25 Feb
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah will personally interview all MPs beginning today at Istana Negara.
This is in line with Article 43(2)(a) which states that the Agong shall appoint a member of the Dewan Rakyat as the prime minister who "in his judgment is likely to command the confidence of the majority of the House members".
This was revealed by the comptroller of the royal family and household Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin in a special briefing to the press.
Ahmad Fadil said that this was likely the first time the ruler has individually interviewed each MP.
This is in line with Article 43(2)(a) which states that the Agong shall appoint a member of the Dewan Rakyat as the prime minister who "in his judgment is likely to command the confidence of the majority of the House members".
This was revealed by the comptroller of the royal family and household Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin in a special briefing to the press.
Ahmad Fadil said that this was likely the first time the ruler has individually interviewed each MP.
Thu Mar 17 2022
Let's Talk: Gamelan - Innovation and Preservation
What are the pressures to innovate and what must be its ultimate objective. Sharaad Kuttan speaks to Bernard Goh, Artistic Director of Hands Percussion and Balinese composer and ethnomusicologist I Wayan Sudirana.
Wed Mar 16 2022
Thai PM Prayuth says he will not resign despite opposition MPs' pressure
Thailand's Prime Minister Prayuth Chan o-cha said he had no intention of resigning despite the pressure put on him by opposition members of parliament (MPs) to quit.
Fri Feb 18 2022