![As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/81606086919_GermanChancellorAn.jpg)
As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit
A majority of Germans believe that conditions in their country worsened since former conservative chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure ended.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Gaza pier resumes operations as aid collects in marshalling area Gaza pier resumes operations as aid collects in marshalling area](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61718941012_tbdeliveraidGaza.jpg)
Gaza pier resumes operations as aid collects in marshalling area
The pier had been re-attached to the shore after being temporarily removed last Friday due to poor sea conditions.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Greece tames wildfire near Athens, arson suspected Greece tames wildfire near Athens, arson suspected](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718864939_tbdamagedvehicle.jpg)
Greece tames wildfire near Athens, arson suspected
Wildfire forced dozens to flee their homes, and authorities now believe the fire was the result of arson as well as hot, dry conditions.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Gov't to study implications of proposal to place MACC under Parliament - PM Gov't to study implications of proposal to place MACC under Parliament - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718698385_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Gov't to study implications of proposal to place MACC under Parliament - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said strict conditions regarding the proposal also need to be reviewed before any decision could be made.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![WHO says many people in Gaza facing 'famine-like conditions' WHO says many people in Gaza facing 'famine-like conditions'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81674497484_TedrosAdhanom.jpg)
WHO says many people in Gaza facing 'famine-like conditions'
According to WHO, there is currently no evidence that those who are most in need are receiving sufficient quantity and quality of food.
Fri Jun 14 2024
![Muhyiddin Yassin and Puad Zarkashi settle defamation lawsuit amicably Muhyiddin Yassin and Puad Zarkashi settle defamation lawsuit amicably](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716959465_MuhyiddinYassinPu.jpg)
Muhyiddin Yassin and Puad Zarkashi settle defamation lawsuit amicably
The settlement was recorded as both parties had reached an agreement with agreed-upon conditions.
Wed May 29 2024
Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 2) — Help Trees Thrive In Concrete Jungles
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Mohd Zailani Jamil, President of the Malaysia Society of Arboriculture.
Fri May 17 2024
Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 1) — Trees as Assets: Valuing Our Urban Canopy
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Koh Cha-Ly, Founder and CEO of Urbanmetry, a data company which uses proprietary algorithms to analyse big data from cities. She is also a member of the World Economic Forum's Global Commission for Nature Positive Cities.
Fri May 17 2024
![Middle East conflict: BNM ready to ensure orderly market condition Middle East conflict: BNM ready to ensure orderly market condition](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712309737_tbBANKNEGARA.jpg)
Middle East conflict: BNM ready to ensure orderly market condition
BNM will closely monitor conditions in the financial markets and will manage any risks arising from heightened financial market volatility.
Mon Apr 15 2024
The Future Is Female: Women in Cardiology - The Heart of the Matter
What underlying factors contribute to the underrepresentation of women in cardiology, and how does gender influence the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of cardiovascular conditions? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to consultant cardiologist Dr Norazlina Mohd Yusof, clinical lead for cardiology services at Prince Court Medical Centre.
Sun Apr 14 2024
![Gaza still hungry as aid trickles in before Eid festival Gaza still hungry as aid trickles in before Eid festival](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712656491_Palestinians.jpg)
Gaza still hungry as aid trickles in before Eid festival
Palestinians in Gaza said the extra supplies were still nowhere near enough to ease harsh conditions with nearly all the tiny.
Tue Apr 09 2024
![Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710822425_TBDhakajpg.jpg)
Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows
Because of the climate conditions and geography (in South Asia), the pollution has nowhere to go, said Christi Chester Schroeder.
Tue Mar 19 2024
![What is the humanitarian situation in war-torn Gaza? What is the humanitarian situation in war-torn Gaza?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81707640161_ruin.jpg)
What is the humanitarian situation in war-torn Gaza?
Here are some key facts about the conditions in the Palestinian territory.
Mon Mar 11 2024
![Thousands told to flee homes in Australia amid heat spike, bushfire threat Thousands told to flee homes in Australia amid heat spike, bushfire threat](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51708592718_TBbushfireburns.jpg)
Thousands told to flee homes in Australia amid heat spike, bushfire threat
Authorities said intense heatwave could further spread a massive bushfire in Victoria state, which faces its worst conditions in four years.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![EXPLAINER - Why are South Korean trainee doctors on strike over medical school quotas? EXPLAINER - Why are South Korean trainee doctors on strike over medical school quotas?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51708577987_TBMedicalworkers.jpg)
EXPLAINER - Why are South Korean trainee doctors on strike over medical school quotas?
Trainee doctors say the government needs to address pay and working conditions first before boosting the number of physicians.
Thu Feb 22 2024