![3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah 3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720874282_AmirHamzahAzizan.jpg)
3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah
The transfer to Retirement Account increased members' savings, with the addition of 43,000 new members having reached basic savings level.
Thu Jul 25 2024
![Biden says he will exit presidential race if doctors reveal health issues Biden says he will exit presidential race if doctors reveal health issues](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721019915_JoeBiden.jpg)
Biden says he will exit presidential race if doctors reveal health issues
US President Joe Biden previously said his health condition did not require additional checks, but he was ready if doctors request such.
Wed Jul 17 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The Hannibal Directive - additional charge against Israel at the ICC [COLUMNIST] The Hannibal Directive - additional charge against Israel at the ICC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721105049_zionist.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The Hannibal Directive - additional charge against Israel at the ICC
The Hannibal Directive is reportedly a procedure to prevent the capture of ISF members by enemy forces.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Harvey Weinstein under investigation for additional sexual assaults, prosecutor says Harvey Weinstein under investigation for additional sexual assaults, prosecutor says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-03/61584935558_HarveyWeinstein.jpg)
Harvey Weinstein under investigation for additional sexual assaults, prosecutor says
Prosecutors intend to seek a new indictment after Harvey Weinstein's previous conviction was overturned.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Petronas gears up for LNG Canada with addition of three new LNG vessels Petronas gears up for LNG Canada with addition of three new LNG vessels](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720419290_stesenPetronas.jpg)
Petronas gears up for LNG Canada with addition of three new LNG vessels
The vessels, each have a cargo capacity of 174,000 cubic meters and are the largest ships within Petronas' multi-sized fleet of vessels.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Consider This: Federalism - When States Want More
Recently Johor and Penang have made headlines with their push for a larger share of the taxes they collect. Johor, at the urging of regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, is seeking 20 to 30 percent of its collected taxes, while Penang is seeking 20 percent. These demands are raising important questions about decentralisation and financial autonomy. Additionally, Sabah and Sarawakâs unique position under the MA63 adds to the complexity of these discussions. How should Malaysia navigate the demands for greater funds? On the episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to economist Professor Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, and Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS Malaysia.
Fri Jun 28 2024
![Awal Muharram: Additional ETS train tickets to go on sale from tomorrow - KTMB Awal Muharram: Additional ETS train tickets to go on sale from tomorrow - KTMB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719479985_ETSKTM.jpg)
Awal Muharram: Additional ETS train tickets to go on sale from tomorrow - KTMB
A total of 2,520 tickets will be added, including business class coaches, for the Padang Besar-KL Sentral route and vice versa.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![EXPLAINER: Freezing embryos plays a crucial role in IVF EXPLAINER: Freezing embryos plays a crucial role in IVF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718267887_IVF.jpg)
EXPLAINER: Freezing embryos plays a crucial role in IVF
Undermining use of frozen embryos in IVF would introduce many uncertainties, delays and possible additional expenses.
Sat Jun 15 2024
![KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718172547_TBArmizanjpg.jpg)
KPDN studying proposals for additional vehicles eligible for Diesel Subsidies under SKDS
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is studying the basis of applications and appeals from various parties regarding improvements to the Subsidised Diesel Control System (SKDS).
Wed Jun 12 2024
![World Bank says 1.8 mil additional Ukrainians in poverty as Russia's war drags on World Bank says 1.8 mil additional Ukrainians in poverty as Russia's war drags on](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71710604799_TBODESAMISSILE.jpg)
World Bank says 1.8 mil additional Ukrainians in poverty as Russia's war drags on
The situation would be much worse if Ukraine had not received substantial foreign budget support to pay old-age pensions and salaries.
Fri May 31 2024
![Venus has more volcanism than previously known, new analysis finds Venus has more volcanism than previously known, new analysis finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717065309_DVenus.jpg)
Venus has more volcanism than previously known, new analysis finds
Scientists analysis has spotted evidence of eruptions at two additional sites on the surface of Earth's inhospitable planetary neighbor.
Fri May 31 2024
![Ebit Lew trial: Preacher still sent obscene messages during Ramadan - Witness Ebit Lew trial: Preacher still sent obscene messages during Ramadan - Witness](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81716284362_EbitLew.jpg)
Ebit Lew trial: Preacher still sent obscene messages during Ramadan - Witness
The witness said that in addition to sending messages from early morning until night, Ebit Lew would also call her and use obscene language.
Tue May 21 2024
![Malaysia welcomes South Africa's latest request at ICJ to stop Israel genocide in Gaza Malaysia welcomes South Africa's latest request at ICJ to stop Israel genocide in Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/61612171493_Putrajaya.jpg)
Malaysia welcomes South Africa's latest request at ICJ to stop Israel genocide in Gaza
This is the third request for additional measures brought by South Africa since the initial provisional measures granted by ICJ.
Fri May 17 2024
![Malaysia sends 10 more containers of aid to Gaza Malaysia sends 10 more containers of aid to Gaza](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51715060766_TBNikNazmi.jpg)
Malaysia sends 10 more containers of aid to Gaza
The addition of 10 more containers brings the total number to 110 containers worth RM12 million, which can benefit 60,000 families in Gaza.
Tue May 07 2024
![Credit, debit cards can now be used at all Rapid KL counters Credit, debit cards can now be used at all Rapid KL counters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/51654599572_MRTKualaLumpurP.jpg)
Credit, debit cards can now be used at all Rapid KL counters
Rapid Rail said the introduction of the new payment method, provided as an additional option to the existing ones.
Wed May 01 2024