AWANI Tonight: No U-turn on VEP for foreign vehicles from Singapore
Transport Minister Anthony Loke says there will be no U-turn on the implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) for all foreign vehicles entering Malaysia from Singapore from Oct 1.
Tue Jun 25 2024
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
![Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716952170_MalaysianImmigratio.jpg)
Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau
Immigration Department advises all foreign nationals to ensure they have valid travel documents or work permits before entering Sabah.
Wed May 29 2024
![Defying West, Russia's Putin due to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing Defying West, Russia's Putin due to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/51697617031_VladimirPutin.jpg)
Defying West, Russia's Putin due to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing
Vladimir Putin will arrive in China just over a week since entering a new term in office.
Wed May 15 2024
![KLIA shooting case suspect attempts to flee the country KLIA shooting case suspect attempts to flee the country](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713253421_TBsuspekkliaj.jpg)
KLIA shooting case suspect attempts to flee the country
Hafizul Harawi's travel records showed he made frequent trips abroad such as to Saudi Arabia and Thailand before entering Malaysia.
Tue Apr 16 2024
![Israel says more aid is entering Gaza, but figures disputed Israel says more aid is entering Gaza, but figures disputed](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712735643_Palestinians.jpg)
Israel says more aid is entering Gaza, but figures disputed
Israel said 468 aid trucks moved into Gaza on Tuesday, the highest since the conflict began.
Wed Apr 10 2024
![Police looking into possibility that arrested Israeli is a spy - IGP Police looking into possibility that arrested Israeli is a spy - IGP](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61711873590_RazarudinHusainIG.jpg)
Police looking into possibility that arrested Israeli is a spy - IGP
The police are investigating from various angles to determine the motive behind an Israeli man entering Malaysia, including claims that he is a spy.
Tue Apr 02 2024
![Police seek Singapore consulate help to trace 'Sage' FB account, Irene Teo Police seek Singapore consulate help to trace 'Sage' FB account, Irene Teo](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61707752106_TBCPMKumar.jpg)
Police seek Singapore consulate help to trace 'Sage' FB account, Irene Teo
Police said Irene Teo was allegedly instructed to pay SGD142 (SGD1 = RM3.51) to both officers to avoid fines for entering the truck lane.
Thu Mar 14 2024
It's About YOUth: Closing the gender gap in STEM
What systemic challenges do women and girls face in entering and thriving in STEM? Sim Yi Lin from Girls in Tech and aerospace engineer Ts. Uma Shangery Aruldass share their experiences and ways to narrow the gender gap in the STEM industry.
Fri Dec 15 2023
![North Korea accuses US of repeatedly entering its economic zone North Korea accuses US of repeatedly entering its economic zone](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-04/81588053245_KimYoJong.jpg)
North Korea accuses US of repeatedly entering its economic zone
Kim Yo Jong warned the US forces will face a "very critical flight" if they continue what it called "illegal intrusion".
Tue Jul 11 2023
![Aidiladha: PLUS to activate SmartLane at five locations to ease traffic congestion Aidiladha: PLUS to activate SmartLane at five locations to ease traffic congestion](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/71642324556_RFIDLebuhrayaPLUS.jpg)
Aidiladha: PLUS to activate SmartLane at five locations to ease traffic congestion
PLUS also advised highway users to ensure that they use the same payment mode when entering and exiting the highway to avoid inconvenience.
Tue Jun 27 2023
![40 individuals, including 35 foreigners, charged with trespassing forest reserve in Sik 40 individuals, including 35 foreigners, charged with trespassing forest reserve in Sik](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681381179_TBTRASPASSING.jpg)
40 individuals, including 35 foreigners, charged with trespassing forest reserve in Sik
They were all charged with entering the closed forest reserve without possessing entry permits.
Thu Apr 13 2023
![COVID: No additional SOP for travellers from China entering Sabah - CM Hajiji COVID: No additional SOP for travellers from China entering Sabah - CM Hajiji](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/61666602457_Hajiji.jpg)
COVID: No additional SOP for travellers from China entering Sabah - CM Hajiji
There will be no additional SOP imposed on travellers arriving in Sabah from China, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
Wed Jan 11 2023
![Australia arrests woman for entering Islamic State area in Syria Australia arrests woman for entering Islamic State area in Syria](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71663495114_TBSYDNEYjpg.jpg)
Australia arrests woman for entering Islamic State area in Syria
Police allege Raad willingly travelled to Syria to join her husband, a member of the Islamist militant group, fully aware of his activities.
Thu Jan 05 2023