![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
AWANI Tonight :28 June 2024
AWANITonight with @Hafiz_Marzukhi
1. Jho Low has reportedly entered into a possible deal with US DOJ
2. Shaky debate performance fuels Biden age concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
1. Jho Low has reportedly entered into a possible deal with US DOJ
2. Shaky debate performance fuels Biden age concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jun 28 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
![In Malaysia, warmer temperatures mean fewer male turtles, hurting conservation efforts In Malaysia, warmer temperatures mean fewer male turtles, hurting conservation efforts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717752689_TBTURTLE.jpg)
In Malaysia, warmer temperatures mean fewer male turtles, hurting conservation efforts
Sea turtle conservationists are concerned that uncontrolled global warming will feminise sea turtle hatchling populations.
Sat Jun 08 2024
Consider This: Population Trends (Part 2) — Living in an 8 Billion World
In November 2022, the world’s population surpassed 8 billion people—we’ve added a billion people in just 12 years and expected to add another 2 billion persons in the next 30 years. Crossing this milestone raises important questions concerning the impact of human activities on the planet and its ability to sustain life for humans and other species. What are the implications of 8 billion people on planetary health and sustainability? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to John Wilmoth, Director of the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, which leads the monitoring of global demographic indicators. John Wilmoth was a speaker at the International Social Wellbeing Conference 2024, organised by EPF.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Consider This: Population Trends (Part 1) — Living in an 8 Billion World
In November 2022, the world’s population surpassed 8 billion people—we’ve added a billion people in just 12 years and expected to add another 2 billion persons in the next 30 years. Crossing this milestone raises important questions concerning the impact of human activities on the planet and its ability to sustain life for humans and other species. What are the implications of 8 billion people on planetary health and sustainability? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to John Wilmoth, Director of the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, which leads the monitoring of global demographic indicators. John Wilmoth was a speaker at the International Social Wellbeing Conference 2024, organised by EPF.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges [COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/81656395611_TBGANDUM.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] How Qatar flourished in food security despite geographical and geopolitical challenges
As Malaysia has growing concerns over our food security status, should we then be following Qatar's path in improving food security?
Fri Jun 07 2024
![Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41709656518_MetaPlatforms.jpg)
Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content
Nearly 200 Meta employees raised similar concerns in an open letter to Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg and other leaders earlier this year.
Wed Jun 05 2024