Consider This: Microplastics (Part 2) - The Environmental Cost of Microplastics
A recent study, published in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, found that Malaysia has the highest per capita microplastic consumption amongst 109 countries. Malaysia is also among the top ten countries that inhales the most microplastic particles each day. How are these invisible pollutants entering our lives, and what can be done to stop it from continuing to happen? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to hydro-ecologist Professor Dr Christopher Gibbins, Professor at the School of Environmental and Geographical Sciences at University of Nottingham Malaysia.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Consider This: Microplastics (Part 1) - Malaysia Leads in Microplastic Consumption
A recent study, published in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, found that Malaysia has the highest per capita microplastic consumption amongst 109 countries. Malaysia is also among the top ten countries that inhales the most microplastic particles each day. How are these invisible pollutants entering our lives, and what can be done to stop it from continuing to happen? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr K. Sudesh Kumar, Professor of Applied Microbiology at USM’s School of Biological Sciences.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![Sharing the grieves of the world's longest-continuing conflicts Sharing the grieves of the world's longest-continuing conflicts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41701904354_Palestinianman.jpg)
Sharing the grieves of the world's longest-continuing conflicts
Palestinians are made to become refugees in their own land. They have to struggle for their justice, independence, self-determination and liberation.
Fri Jan 12 2024
![Student with no citizenship documents, MOE looking for solution Student with no citizenship documents, MOE looking for solution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51704249332_TBKPMjpg.jpg)
Student with no citizenship documents, MOE looking for solution
MOE has met with the family of the student who is having problems continuing her studies as she has no citizenship documents.
Wed Jan 03 2024
![No more access to e-Borang for assessment years 2012 to 2015 No more access to e-Borang for assessment years 2012 to 2015](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61677238390_LHDN.jpg)
No more access to e-Borang for assessment years 2012 to 2015
LHDN said the e-Filing feature will no longer be accessible due to the continuing decline in submissions of e-Borang through e-Filing.
Wed Jun 28 2023
![Govt don't intend to lower RON95, subsidised diesel ceiling - MoF Govt don't intend to lower RON95, subsidised diesel ceiling - MoF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/71675858179_RON.jpg)
Govt don't intend to lower RON95, subsidised diesel ceiling - MoF
MoF said this is to prevent the government from continuing to bear higher subsidy amounts.
Mon Mar 06 2023
![Heavy snow, powerful winds disrupt transportation in Japan Heavy snow, powerful winds disrupt transportation in Japan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/71674632055_clearssnowshrine.jpg)
Heavy snow, powerful winds disrupt transportation in Japan
Heavy snow and powerful winds are continuing to affect many parts of Japan on Wednesday, with the stormy conditions disrupting a number of transportation systems.
Wed Jan 25 2023
![Ewon to use common-sense leadership approach to lead UPKO Ewon to use common-sense leadership approach to lead UPKO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/51673817558_TBEWONBENEDICK.jpg)
Ewon to use common-sense leadership approach to lead UPKO
The new president of United Progressive Kinabalu Organisation (UPKO) Datuk Ewon Benedick is determined to use the common-sense leadership approach in continuing the party's struggle.
Mon Jan 16 2023
![MMEA continues search for missing Indonesian fisherman in Labuan waters MMEA continues search for missing Indonesian fisherman in Labuan waters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51672051308_TBPENERANGANLABUAN.jpg)
MMEA continues search for missing Indonesian fisherman in Labuan waters
The Labuan MMEA is continuing its SAR operation for a fisherman who was reported missing in Labuan waters after trying to free a fishing net.
Mon Dec 26 2022
![Over 66,000 people still seeking shelter at relief centres in five states Over 66,000 people still seeking shelter at relief centres in five states](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/71671544867_PPSbanjirKelanta.jpg)
Over 66,000 people still seeking shelter at relief centres in five states
A total of 66,718 flood victims are still housed at PPS in five states, with Terengganu and Kelantan continuing to record an increased number of victims as of 4 pm today.
Tue Dec 20 2022
![Ismail Sabri appreciates PM's decision to continue Keluarga Malaysia initiatives Ismail Sabri appreciates PM's decision to continue Keluarga Malaysia initiatives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/71671542243_IsmailSabri.jpg)
Ismail Sabri appreciates PM's decision to continue Keluarga Malaysia initiatives
Ismail Sabri today expressed his appreciation to PM Anwar for continuing the initiatives mooted by the previous Keluarga Malaysia government.
Tue Dec 20 2022
![GE15: Decision to field new faces reflects understanding, unanimity in GPS GE15: Decision to field new faces reflects understanding, unanimity in GPS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41667489329_FADIILLAH.jpg)
GE15: Decision to field new faces reflects understanding, unanimity in GPS
GPS decision to field new faces in the GE15 reflects the coalition's understanding and unanimity in continuing its struggle.
Thu Nov 03 2022
![Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque expansion project continues at cost of over SR200 billion Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque expansion project continues at cost of over SR200 billion](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/61595997717_GrandMosque.jpg)
Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque expansion project continues at cost of over SR200 billion
The government of Saudi Arabia stated that the Grand Mosque expansion project is still continuing, with a cost exceeding SR200 billion (USD53.33 billion).
Thu Oct 13 2022
![KPPK committed to contributing to development despite lower budget allocation KPPK committed to contributing to development despite lower budget allocation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61657524233_TBzuraida.jpg)
KPPK committed to contributing to development despite lower budget allocation
KPPK is committed to continuing to contribute to the country's development and strives to mitigate the local economy from the expectations of market uncertainties next year.
Sat Oct 08 2022
![Malaysia one of 19 EAAF destinations for migratory birds - Takiyuddin Malaysia one of 19 EAAF destinations for migratory birds - Takiyuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/41665208671_TBTAKIYUDIN.jpg)
Malaysia one of 19 EAAF destinations for migratory birds - Takiyuddin
Malaysia is one of the 19 member countries of the EAAF) which is a destination for migratory birds to rest, find food and shelter before continuing their journey to other destinations.
Sat Oct 08 2022