![Tragic boat engine explosion in southern Nigeria kills at least 20, raises regulatory concerns Tragic boat engine explosion in southern Nigeria kills at least 20, raises regulatory concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71723189294_tbbotkayumeletup.jpg)
Tragic boat engine explosion in southern Nigeria kills at least 20, raises regulatory concerns
The boat was carrying traders taking goods to coastal communities, Bayelsa police spokesperson Musa Muhammed said.
Fri Aug 09 2024
![Olympics - What's happening on Day 13 of Paris Games on Thursday Olympics - What's happening on Day 13 of Paris Games on Thursday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61722823357_NoahLyles.jpg)
Olympics - What's happening on Day 13 of Paris Games on Thursday
Marathon swimming is set to get underway amid concerns over water pollution in the river Seine.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Cost of OCM delegation to Paris 2024 under OCM - NSC Cost of OCM delegation to Paris 2024 under OCM - NSC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71721945479_EiffelTower.jpg)
Cost of OCM delegation to Paris 2024 under OCM - NSC
The National Sports Council also said the cost of financing OCM guests is borne by the parties concerned and does not involve govt funds.
Wed Aug 07 2024
![The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61714719279_TBCIJLogo.jpg)
The Malaysian gov't must halt any hasty decisions on social media licensing
There is growing concern that such regulations could threaten the fundamental democratic values underpinning the nation's governance.
Mon Jul 29 2024
The Future is Female: HerLead - Creating Political Pathways for Women
In the most recent World Economic Forum's Gender Gap Index, Malaysia dropped 12 places—now ranking 114th out of 146 countries. Most concerning is our standing at 134th place for gender equality in political empowerment, placing us just 12 spots from the very bottom.What initiatives and policies can pave the way for greater female political representation in Malaysia? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to YB Teo Nie Ching, Deputy Minister of Communications and DAP Wanita Chief about the HerLead programme and its mission to elevate women's roles in politics.
Sun Jul 28 2024
![Govt to bring back Malaysians in Bangladesh - PM Govt to bring back Malaysians in Bangladesh - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721630406_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Govt to bring back Malaysians in Bangladesh - PM
The government has decided to bring back all Malaysians in Bangladesh due to security concerns following escalating tensions in the country, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Microsoft ditches OpenAI board observer seat to stave off antitrust scrutiny Microsoft ditches OpenAI board observer seat to stave off antitrust scrutiny](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61720678490_openai.jpg)
Microsoft ditches OpenAI board observer seat to stave off antitrust scrutiny
Microsoft gives up its board observer seat at OpenAI to ease US and UK antitrust regulators' concerns about its control over the AI startup.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![Olympics - Will the River Seine be suitable for swimming for the Paris 2024 Games? Olympics - Will the River Seine be suitable for swimming for the Paris 2024 Games?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720174957_TheEiffelTower.jpg)
Olympics - Will the River Seine be suitable for swimming for the Paris 2024 Games?
Pollution levels in the River Seine have raised health concerns for athletes.
Sat Jul 06 2024
![France, Britain and others allowed to intervene in Myanmar ICJ genocide case France, Britain and others allowed to intervene in Myanmar ICJ genocide case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715923183_TBICJjpg.jpg)
France, Britain and others allowed to intervene in Myanmar ICJ genocide case
The seven States concerned will be allowed to submit their written observations on the subject-matter of their interventions, the ICJ said.
Thu Jul 04 2024
![UN aid chief concerned by possible expansion of Gaza war UN aid chief concerned by possible expansion of Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715331931_MartinGriffiths.jpg)
UN aid chief concerned by possible expansion of Gaza war
Martin Griffiths expressed concern about the potential for further tragedies and deaths in the West Bank and threat of conflict in Lebanon.
Sat Jun 29 2024
![Biden supporters bank on debate with Trump to ease age concerns Biden supporters bank on debate with Trump to ease age concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81719400510_debate.jpg)
Biden supporters bank on debate with Trump to ease age concerns
Both men are under scrutiny over their age and stamina. Trump is 78 and prone to making outlandish statements and mangling his sentences on the campaign trail.
Wed Jun 26 2024
![Blackrock: No compromise with evil Blackrock: No compromise with evil](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41719194845_TBBlackrock.jpg)
Blackrock: No compromise with evil
JUST empathizes with the concerns expressed by several NGOs and public figures in Malaysia over the involvement of the fund manager, BlackRock, in Malaysia's infrastructure development.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716786489_TBAIjpg.jpg)
Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds
According to the report, global concerns about the use of AI in news production and misinformation are growing.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb? [COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718356047_DUNSabah.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Sabah GLC/SB: A Ticking Timebomb?
Much has been discussed concerning the issues plaguing government linked/investment companies and statutory bodies in Malaysia, along with the critical reforms needed, at least on national level.
Fri Jun 14 2024
![SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718268608_SpaceXFalconrock.jpg)
SpaceX sued by engineers fired after accusing Elon Musk of sexism
Former employees claim they were illegally fired for raising concerns about gender discrimination and sexual harassment against women.
Thu Jun 13 2024