Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
AWANI Global: ASEAN 2025 | Indonesia's Vision For A United Front
With Malaysia set to take the ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, Prof. Dewi Fortuna Anwar from the National Research & Innovation Agency draws on Indonesia's experiences to offer insights on overcoming regional challenges and bolstering ASEAN unity.
Sun Jun 30 2024
![Malaysia among countries with lowest negative experiences - Gallup Report Malaysia among countries with lowest negative experiences - Gallup Report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719307643_tbKualaLumpurGener.jpg)
Malaysia among countries with lowest negative experiences - Gallup Report
The Gallup Global Emotions 2024 report has ranked Malaysia among the countries in the world with the lowest negative experiences.
Tue Jun 25 2024
![Linkin Park bakal gegarkan Kuala Lumpur September ini Linkin Park bakal gegarkan Kuala Lumpur September ini](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718961239_linkinparktribute.jpg)
Linkin Park bakal gegarkan Kuala Lumpur September ini
Pengumuman tersebut dilakukan di billboard yang terletak di simpang empat Bukit Bintang City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, di atas restoran makanan segera McDonalds.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/41641905458_pemainberegucampur.jpg)
Fraud ordeal leaves mixed doubles shuttler Pei Jing nearly penniless
Lai Pei Jing said she lost almost all her savings to a fraud group, describing the experience as a "heavy blow" after decades of hard work.
Mon Jun 03 2024
![Astro to Provide the Best Viewing Experience through SPOTV’s coverage of the UEFA EURO 2024™ Astro to Provide the Best Viewing Experience through SPOTV’s coverage of the UEFA EURO 2024™](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715768858_SPOTVscoverageof.jpg)
Astro to Provide the Best Viewing Experience through SPOTV’s coverage of the UEFA EURO 2024™
All 51 Matches available for streaming LIVE on SPOTV, via Astro, sooka and NJOI.
Wed May 15 2024
![FEATURE - Afghan women become YouTubers as Taliban restrict work FEATURE - Afghan women become YouTubers as Taliban restrict work](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61700630835_Afghanwomen.jpg)
FEATURE - Afghan women become YouTubers as Taliban restrict work
The Taliban said female YouTubers need to meet criteria for a license, which include a journalism degree and three years' work experience.
Sat Apr 20 2024
![‘Absence of Eden’ cast and creators highlight humanity of immigrants ‘Absence of Eden’ cast and creators highlight humanity of immigrants](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712911073_tbZoeSaldanaMarco.jpg)
‘Absence of Eden’ cast and creators highlight humanity of immigrants
Zoe Saldana wants people to learn about the severity of the immigrant experience without holding back.
Fri Apr 12 2024
![Astro elevates sports experience for Malaysians Astro elevates sports experience for Malaysians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51692062485_TBAstro.jpg)
Astro elevates sports experience for Malaysians
With sports being sooka's main differentiator, Astro is delivering live sports in LIVE and HD for passionate fans anytime, anywhere.
Tue Apr 09 2024
![Anwar, Prabowo discuss direction to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia ties Anwar, Prabowo discuss direction to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia ties](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712211603_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Anwar, Prabowo discuss direction to strengthen Malaysia-Indonesia ties
Both leaders share their experiences and exchange views on their political journeys during the meeting in Putrajaya.
Thu Apr 04 2024
![Humans give more viruses to animals than they give us, study finds Humans give more viruses to animals than they give us, study finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/51637764670_swinefever.jpg)
Humans give more viruses to animals than they give us, study finds
Wild animals in particular were much more likely to experience human-to-animal transmission than the other way around.
Sat Mar 30 2024
![From cast to teens, 'Barbie' film's view on patriarchy resonated From cast to teens, 'Barbie' film's view on patriarchy resonated](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61709786973_TBSimuLiujpg.jpg)
From cast to teens, 'Barbie' film's view on patriarchy resonated
Simu Liu experienced a revelation when he first read ''Barbie' script and its commentary about the harm inflicted by patriarchy.
Thu Mar 07 2024
![Should Taylor Swift be taught alongside Shakespeare? A professor of literature says yes Should Taylor Swift be taught alongside Shakespeare? A professor of literature says yes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61707101134_TBTaylorSwiftjp.jpg)
Should Taylor Swift be taught alongside Shakespeare? A professor of literature says yes
Taylor Swifts songs and Shakespeares Sonnets are meditations on deeply personal aspects of their narrators experiences.
Sat Feb 24 2024
![Study shows how snakes got an evolutionary leg up on the competition Study shows how snakes got an evolutionary leg up on the competition](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51708679214_TBgreentreepytho.jpg)
Study shows how snakes got an evolutionary leg up on the competition
Snakes experienced a burst of innovation early in their history and have evolved at a rate perhaps three to five times faster than lizard.
Fri Feb 23 2024
![Ray of hope: Malaysia redefines cancer care with innovative approaches Ray of hope: Malaysia redefines cancer care with innovative approaches](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/81643788793_KANSERCINA.jpg)
Ray of hope: Malaysia redefines cancer care with innovative approaches
Malaysia has experienced a significant increase in medical tourism, particularly in the field of cancer treatment.
Thu Feb 22 2024