![ANALYSIS - Is France governable? The budget is an early test ANALYSIS - Is France governable? The budget is an early test](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720604696_protester.jpg)
ANALYSIS - Is France governable? The budget is an early test
If no way forward emerges, the constitution requires a delay of one year before new elections.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Decriminalising substance abuse: A step forward with room for refinement [COLUMNIST] Decriminalising substance abuse: A step forward with room for refinement](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/41602249158_TBDadah.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Decriminalising substance abuse: A step forward with room for refinement
Drug dependents need professional help to break the cycle of abuse, not further stigma or harsher punishment.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 1) - When Children Take the Stand
While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sharmila Sekaran, Chairperson of Voice of the Children.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Ahmad Zahid committed to addressing FELCRA debts, studying PAC's recommendations Ahmad Zahid committed to addressing FELCRA debts, studying PAC's recommendations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720425450_AhmadZahidHamidi.jpg)
Ahmad Zahid committed to addressing FELCRA debts, studying PAC's recommendations
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said a committee had been formed to study the recommendations, put forward by PAC to resolve the issue.
Mon Jul 08 2024
![Singapore PM seeks stronger ties with Malaysia on Causeway centennial anniversary Singapore PM seeks stronger ties with Malaysia on Causeway centennial anniversary](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718185482_tbfoureyemeeting.jpg)
Singapore PM seeks stronger ties with Malaysia on Causeway centennial anniversary
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong looks forward to strengthening the relationship and ensuring more win-win projects with Malaysia.
Fri Jun 28 2024
Consider This: Digital Health Records — The Vision for Seamless Healthcare
While Malaysia has made efforts to digitalise its public-healthcare system over the last three decades, however recurring barriers have hampered the establishment of a nationwide system. This is according to Khazanah Research Institute’s recent publication: Digital Health Records In Malaysia: The Journey and the Way Forward. How prepared is Malaysia to embrace this digital shift, and what does it mean for healthcare providers and patients alike? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Rachel Gong, Deputy Director of Research at Khazanah Research Institute, and Ilyana Syafiqa Mukhriz Mudaris, Research Associate at KRI.
Wed Jun 19 2024
![Explainer - Four Thai court cases that could unleash political crisis Explainer - Four Thai court cases that could unleash political crisis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/71692659318_SretthaThavisin.jpg)
Explainer - Four Thai court cases that could unleash political crisis
Thailand faces a pivotal week of court cases that could determine the fate of both the prime minister and the main opposition.
Mon Jun 17 2024
Mahkamah Thailand bersidang bagi kes bubar parti Move Forward
Mahkamah Perlembagaan Thailang bersidang pada Rabu untuk mendengar permohohan Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya mengenai pembubaran Parti Move Forward yang diketuai oleh calon Perdana Menteri pada pilihan raya lalu, Pita Limjaroenrat.
Wed Jun 12 2024
![MACC detains two in major Port Klang smuggling syndicate case MACC detains two in major Port Klang smuggling syndicate case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717579126_tbsindiketSPRMpu.jpg)
MACC detains two in major Port Klang smuggling syndicate case
MACC Chief Tan Sri Azam Baki says company owners, forwarding agents, and customs officers colluding with this syndicate we will be detained soon.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Consider This: Mental Health (Part 1) — Translating Data into Policy Pathways Forward
According to the most recent National Health and Morbidity Survey, one million individuals aged 15 and above in Malaysia are suffering from depression, with half of them harbouring thoughts of self-harm or thinking they were “better off dead”. Equally concerning is that the data also reveals that mental health problems among children have more than doubled since 2019, now affecting one in six children. How can we translate this data into effective national policies that go beyond addressing awareness and stigma, to ensure robust institutional support and comprehensive care for mental health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Associate Professor Dr Amer Siddiq Amer Nordin, Consultant Psychiatrist at Universiti Malaya.
Tue Jun 04 2024
![World unprepared for another pandemic as WHO treaty talks push on World unprepared for another pandemic as WHO treaty talks push on](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61709287971_FBREAKWHOx.jpg)
World unprepared for another pandemic as WHO treaty talks push on
Countries make a last push to agree a way forward for a pandemic treaty amid fears the political climate for agreement could sour.
Fri May 31 2024
![[COLUMNIST] JS-SEZ – Pushing forward Malaysia-Singapore bilateral relations [COLUMNIST] JS-SEZ – Pushing forward Malaysia-Singapore bilateral relations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-01/61579858439_TBMASHUPORANG.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] JS-SEZ – Pushing forward Malaysia-Singapore bilateral relations
The JS-SEZ embodies the best of Malaysia-Singapore bilateral relations.
Fri May 24 2024
![Op Samba SPRM: Sindiket guna orang tengah rasuah penguat kuasa Op Samba SPRM: Sindiket guna orang tengah rasuah penguat kuasa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716457904_tbOpsSambaSPRM.jpg)
Op Samba SPRM: Sindiket guna orang tengah rasuah penguat kuasa
Sindiket tersebut dipercayai melakukan perbuatan penyeludupan dan merasuah pegawai agensi penguatkuasa itu sejak 2017 hingga 2024.
Thu May 23 2024
![The sole Malaysian left standing, 'Agile' Aira won her maiden R16 victory in El Gouna Open The sole Malaysian left standing, 'Agile' Aira won her maiden R16 victory in El Gouna Open](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713688926_AiraAzman.jpg)
The sole Malaysian left standing, 'Agile' Aira won her maiden R16 victory in El Gouna Open
"I am aware of the expectations of being the only Malaysian left standing but I'm just looking forward to give my best performance."
Sun Apr 21 2024