![Hamas says it has not left ceasefire talks after Israeli attacks Hamas says it has not left ceasefire talks after Israeli attacks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81719706060_IsraelHamasconflic.jpg)
Hamas says it has not left ceasefire talks after Israeli attacks
There had been increasingly hopeful signs in recent days that a deal could be reached to halt fighting and return hostages held in Gaza.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![2024 could be world's hottest year as June breaks records 2024 could be world's hottest year as June breaks records](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720428191_Muslimpilgrims.jpg)
2024 could be world's hottest year as June breaks records
Greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels are the main cause of climate change.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Consider This: UK Elections - Foregone Conclusion? (Part 2)
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is in a fierce battle to retain his position, facing a formidable challenge from Labour leader Keir Starmer. As the Conservatives brace for what could be a historic defeat, all eyes are on whether Labour will secure a decisive victory. However, is it a foregone conclusion? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Hafiz Marzukhi speaks to Karisma Putera Abdul Rahman, Policy Research Analyst at Bait Al Amanah
Thu Jul 04 2024
Consider This: UK Elections - Foregone Conclusion? (Part 1)
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is in a fierce battle to retain his position, facing a formidable challenge from Labour leader Keir Starmer. As the Conservatives brace for what could be a historic defeat, all eyes are on whether Labour will secure a decisive victory. However, is it a foregone conclusion? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Hafiz Marzukhi speaks to UM's Assoc Prof Dr Roy Anthony Rogers, Deputy Executive Director (Development, Research, & Innovation), Asia Europe Institute
Thu Jul 04 2024
![UN experts say firms sending arms to Israel could be complicit in abuses UN experts say firms sending arms to Israel could be complicit in abuses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51715766800_TBUNHQxjp.jpg)
UN experts say firms sending arms to Israel could be complicit in abuses
The group of experts said Israel should halt their transfers of war materiel, "even if they are executed under existing export licenses".
Sat Jun 22 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
![Biden imposes sweeping asylum ban at US-Mexico border Biden imposes sweeping asylum ban at US-Mexico border](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717556879_JoeBiden.jpg)
Biden imposes sweeping asylum ban at US-Mexico border
Migrants caught crossing illegally could be quickly deported or turned back to Mexico under the measure.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![Trump says if he is jailed that could be 'breaking point' for Americans Trump says if he is jailed that could be 'breaking point' for Americans](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51717123143_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump says if he is jailed that could be 'breaking point' for Americans
Donaled Trump is scheduled to be sentenced on July 11, four days before Republicans gather to formally choose their presidential nominee.
Mon Jun 03 2024
![Netanyahu says no Gaza ceasefire until Hamas destroyed Netanyahu says no Gaza ceasefire until Hamas destroyed](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717288770_TBBenjaminNetanyahu.jpg)
Netanyahu says no Gaza ceasefire until Hamas destroyed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there could be no permanent ceasefire in Gaza until Hamas was destroyed
Sun Jun 02 2024
![Ghostbots: AI versions of deceased loved ones could be a serious threat to mental health Ghostbots: AI versions of deceased loved ones could be a serious threat to mental health](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712310449_deepfake.jpg)
Ghostbots: AI versions of deceased loved ones could be a serious threat to mental health
Using deep fake technology, AI software can create an interactive virtual representation of deceased person by using their digital content.
Sat May 18 2024
![Mass graves in Gaza: What do we know? Mass graves in Gaza: What do we know?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41714122909_tbmilitaryoffensive.jpg)
Mass graves in Gaza: What do we know?
A mass grave is a burial site containing multiple bodies, the existence of which could be important in detecting possible war crimes.
Fri Apr 26 2024
![Tesla could start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year, Musk says Tesla could start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year, Musk says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/81483155954_TeslaMotors.jpg)
Tesla could start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year, Musk says
Elon Musk said robot sales could become a larger part of the Tesla business than other segments, including car manufacturing.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Taiwan rattled by dozens of quakes, but no major damage Taiwan rattled by dozens of quakes, but no major damage](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81713839674_buildingjpg.jpg)
Taiwan rattled by dozens of quakes, but no major damage
Wu Chien-fu said the aftershocks were a "concentrated release of energy" and that more could be expected, though perhaps not as strong.
Tue Apr 23 2024
![Freedom Flotilla: World leaders urged to support the mission Freedom Flotilla: World leaders urged to support the mission](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713561168_TBFLOTILLAGAZAjpg.jpg)
Freedom Flotilla: World leaders urged to support the mission
Ann Wright says, a concerted push could be made to achieve a lasting ceasefire, enabling the smooth planning of aid distribution to Gaza.
Mon Apr 22 2024
![Jury selection under way in historic Trump criminal trial Jury selection under way in historic Trump criminal trial](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61696310836_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Jury selection under way in historic Trump criminal trial
Lawyers from both sides will seek to impanel 12 jurors and six alternates to hear what could be the only criminal case Donald Trump faces.
Tue Apr 16 2024