Consider This: The Malaysian Mind: From Post-colonial to Decolonial
Every year, we celebrate Merdeka, Malaya’s independence day, at the end of August, marking the start of what we now refer to as a post-colonial era. But is colonialism truly a thing of the past in Malaysia? How do colonial legacies continue to influence our collective consciousness, and what it means to break free from these mental shackles? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Alberto Gomes, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. He is also the Global Director of DEEP Network, an academic collective that advocates for peace education.
Thu Aug 01 2024
![Lab-grown meat can be kosher and halal, experts say Lab-grown meat can be kosher and halal, experts say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41694776633_TBChefDanielLugo.jpg)
Lab-grown meat can be kosher and halal, experts say
Companies in the fledgling industry hope their product will appeal to vegans and vegetarians as well as climate conscious meat eaters.
Sat Sep 16 2023
![What is aspartame, the 'possible carcinogen' in diet sodas, sugar-free juices? What is aspartame, the 'possible carcinogen' in diet sodas, sugar-free juices?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/81688114780_TBSodas.jpg)
What is aspartame, the 'possible carcinogen' in diet sodas, sugar-free juices?
Aspartame grew in popularity as a more diet-conscious consumer emerged.
Sat Jul 01 2023
![Why does your life flash before your eyes near death? Why does your life flash before your eyes near death?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61683197499_brainneardeath.jpg)
Why does your life flash before your eyes near death?
Researchers at the University of Michigan found evidence of surges in brain activity associated with consciousness in two dying patients.
Sat May 13 2023
It's About YOUth: Driving positive social impact through games
The US Embassy and YSEALI are hosting the Game Changers Regional Workshop, gathering over 70 young leaders in Southeast Asia to empower them to produce socially conscious games. University Of Miami’s Lindsay Grace, Persona Theory’s Saqina Latif and William Chong from Twilight Foundry Games share their experience developing games that address pressing challenges of today’s world.
Fri May 12 2023
![Pele's health improving but no forecast for hospital discharge, doctors say Pele's health improving but no forecast for hospital discharge, doctors say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/71670898027_PELE.jpg)
Pele's health improving but no forecast for hospital discharge, doctors say
Pele continues to show improvement, in particular the respiratory infection and is conscious with stable vital signs, a medical staff said.
Tue Dec 13 2022
![Prime Minister Sunak says UK's 'golden era' with China is over Prime Minister Sunak says UK's 'golden era' with China is over](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41669697080_RishiSunak.jpg)
Prime Minister Sunak says UK's 'golden era' with China is over
Sunak said Britain's approach to China needed to evolve and Beijing was "consciously competing for global influence.
Tue Nov 29 2022
![About 150 people trapped on roof of Hong Kong building after fire About 150 people trapped on roof of Hong Kong building after fire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639557792_hongkong.jpg)
About 150 people trapped on roof of Hong Kong building after fire
Seven women and a man were among the eight people taken to hospital, one of them semi-conscious.
Wed Dec 15 2021
![Prada sees second-hand fashion as opportunity, weighs partnerships Prada sees second-hand fashion as opportunity, weighs partnerships](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/61638346700_bertelli.jpg)
Prada sees second-hand fashion as opportunity, weighs partnerships
The market for pre-owned chic bags and clothes has surged over the last three years, driven by younger, more environmentally conscious shoppers looking for affordable high-end goods.
Wed Dec 01 2021
![Rethinking sustainability through the pandemic Rethinking sustainability through the pandemic](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/41635668456_TBEUGENETAN.jpg)
Rethinking sustainability through the pandemic
The hope is that consumers become more environmentally conscious, businesses begin pursuing sustainable goals to meet new consumer demands.
Sun Oct 31 2021
![JBPM to consider awarding posthumous promotion to Mohd Diya JBPM to consider awarding posthumous promotion to Mohd Diya](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81634790892_MohdDiya.jpg)
JBPM to consider awarding posthumous promotion to Mohd Diya
JBPM will consider awarding a promotion to Mohd Diya Che Jusoh, 46, who died after losing consciousness during a flood rescue operation in Sungai Putat, yesterday.
Thu Oct 21 2021
![New cocoa fruit drink to make hot chocolate a has bean New cocoa fruit drink to make hot chocolate a has bean](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/41634353207_CHOCOLATE.jpg)
New cocoa fruit drink to make hot chocolate a has bean
A cold drink made from parts of the cocoa fruit usually thrown away aims to lure health and environmentally-conscious consumers.
Sat Oct 16 2021
![Four injured in knife attack on Tokyo train - Media Four injured in knife attack on Tokyo train - Media](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/61628262474_police.jpg)
Four injured in knife attack on Tokyo train - Media
The four injured people were conscious and their lives were in no danger.
Fri Aug 06 2021
![Film fans, holidaymakers mingle for COVID-conscious Cannes comeback Film fans, holidaymakers mingle for COVID-conscious Cannes comeback](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/61625544903_CANNES.jpg)
Film fans, holidaymakers mingle for COVID-conscious Cannes comeback
Organisers and local authorities are banking on strict coronavirus protocols and testing to keep the event trouble-free.
Tue Jul 06 2021
![Murdered single mum: Injured suspect in stable condition in Ipoh Murdered single mum: Injured suspect in stable condition in Ipoh](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/51618522540_IbuTunggalMaut.jpg)
Murdered single mum: Injured suspect in stable condition in Ipoh
An injured suspect in the murder of a single mother at the victim's residence in Taman Perpaduan, Ipoh, last night, is in stable condition.
Thu Apr 15 2021