Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 2) — Digital Democracy at Risk?
Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Harris Zainul, Deputy Director of Research at ISIS Malaysia, where his areas of interest focus on policy responses to mis- and disinformation and social media platform governance.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 1) — Digital Democracy at Risk?
Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nalini Elumalai, Senior Programme Officer for Malaysia at ARTICLE 19, which is an NGO dedicated to freedom of expression.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 1) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to independent animal rescuer Shima Aris.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 2) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Christine Chin, Chairperson of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Selangor.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 3) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to animal rights lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan.
Wed Jul 24 2024
![Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/71690790070_GenericBaby.jpg)
Malaysia's fertility landscape experiences significant changes - DOSM
Malaysia's fertility landscape has undergone significant changes with a decline of 4.9 children in 1970 to 1.6 children in 2022.
Fri Jul 12 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
![UN refugee agency says record 117 mln people forcibly displaced in 2023 UN refugee agency says record 117 mln people forcibly displaced in 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41695097880_Sudanesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says record 117 mln people forcibly displaced in 2023
UNHCR warns that the number of people forcibly displaced could rise further without major global political changes.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![US says Hamas seeks changes to ceasefire plan; Hamas denies proposing new ideas US says Hamas seeks changes to ceasefire plan; Hamas denies proposing new ideas](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717377657_Anexplosion.jpg)
US says Hamas seeks changes to ceasefire plan; Hamas denies proposing new ideas
The U.S. has said Israel has accepted its proposal, but Israel has not publicly stated this.
Thu Jun 13 2024
![Hajiji: Extended coverage, 98-day Maternity Leave among proposed SLO amendments Hajiji: Extended coverage, 98-day Maternity Leave among proposed SLO amendments](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715132718_HajijiNoor.jpg)
Hajiji: Extended coverage, 98-day Maternity Leave among proposed SLO amendments
The proposed amendments to the Sabah Labour Ordinance (SLO) involve 12 major changes to the 62 clauses in the ordinance which has been enforced since 1950, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
Wed May 08 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Overqualified for their jobs, or underqualified as graduates? [COLUMNIST] Overqualified for their jobs, or underqualified as graduates?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/51634878208_Graduate.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Overqualified for their jobs, or underqualified as graduates?
It is imperative to start focusing on the problem and make credible changes.
Mon Mar 25 2024
![Local white rice shortage: PM Anwar wants frequent monitoring, enforcement Local white rice shortage: PM Anwar wants frequent monitoring, enforcement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71711005509_TBdsaijpg.jpg)
Local white rice shortage: PM Anwar wants frequent monitoring, enforcement
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said monitoring and enforcement approaches also required changes to ensure a more effective distribution of BPT.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Mother changes plea over lacing son’s milk with meth Mother changes plea over lacing son’s milk with meth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710314787_TBMAHKAMAHSESYEN.jpg)
Mother changes plea over lacing son’s milk with meth
The father of the child was also charged for causing harm, though he maintained his not-guilty plea.
Wed Mar 13 2024
![Prosecution changes goal post, presents two conflicting versions of case - Judge Prosecution changes goal post, presents two conflicting versions of case - Judge](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61707453685_TBISTANAKEHAKIMAN.jpg)
Prosecution changes goal post, presents two conflicting versions of case - Judge
The question arises as to which element was used by the learned trial judge in deciding whether a prima facie case has been established.
Wed Mar 06 2024