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China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard

China wants academic exchange but historians say increased censorship makes research hard

Scholars fear that tightened censorship is extinguishing avenues for independent research into the country's past.
Sat Sep 14 2024
Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge

Hidden hands behind youth vaping surge

M'sia has not increased tobacco taxes for eight consecutive years, missing critical opportunities to reduce consumption via fiscal measures.
Fri Aug 23 2024
Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 2) — Digital Democracy at Risk?

Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 2) — Digital Democracy at Risk?

Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Harris Zainul, Deputy Director of Research at ISIS Malaysia, where his areas of interest focus on policy responses to mis- and disinformation and social media platform governance.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 1) — Digital Democracy at Risk?

Consider This: Social Media Licensing (Part 1) — Digital Democracy at Risk?

Malaysia’s new regulatory framework for social media platforms and internet messaging services will kick into effect on January 1, 2025. It will require platforms that have at least eight million registered users in the country to apply for an annual operating licence with the Malaysian government. The licence mandates stricter controls on data protection, child online safety, and transparency in advertising. Will these changes protect users online, or pave the way for increased censorship? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nalini Elumalai, Senior Programme Officer for Malaysia at ARTICLE 19, which is an NGO dedicated to freedom of expression.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 3): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 3): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Bumiputra student enrolment in Chinese schools has increased by 58.5% over the last decade, while Bumi student enrolment in international schools has surged by nearly 50% in the past 5 years. This trend has meant that Malaysian students now comprise two-thirds of the international school student population. Why do parents seem to be opting out of national schools, and what are the broader implications of this shift? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Shahnaz Al-Sadat, Chairperson and Co-Founder of the educational social enterprise, LeapEd Services.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 2): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 2): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Bumiputra student enrolment in Chinese schools has increased by 58.5% over the last decade, while Bumi student enrolment in international schools has surged by nearly 50% in the past 5 years. This trend has meant that Malaysian students now comprise two-thirds of the international school student population. Why do parents seem to be opting out of national schools, and what are the broader implications of this shift? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to UCSI University’s Professor Dr Mohamad Tajuddin Mohamad Rasdi, formerly a Member of the Committee for Unity at the Ministry of Unity, under the first Pakatan Harapan administration.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 1): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Consider This: Push & Pull (Part 1): Of Opting for Chinese & International Schools

Bumiputra student enrolment in Chinese schools has increased by 58.5% over the last decade, while Bumi student enrolment in international schools has surged by nearly 50% in the past 5 years. This trend has meant that Malaysian students now comprise two-thirds of the international school student population. Why do parents seem to be opting out of national schools, and what are the broader implications of this shift? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Kua Kia Soong, former Principal of the New Era College, which was founded by the Malaysian Chinese education movement.
Mon Jul 29 2024
AI and energy: Will AI help reduce emissions or increase demand? Here's what to know

AI and energy: Will AI help reduce emissions or increase demand? Here's what to know

Tech companies are reporting increased emissions due to running the data centres that power AI.
Sat Jul 27 2024
3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah

3.4 mln EPF members make RM8.9 billion Flexible Account withdrawals - Amir Hamzah

The transfer to Retirement Account increased members' savings, with the addition of 43,000 new members having reached basic savings level.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Care Economy — The Business of Care

Consider This: Care Economy — The Business of Care

Malaysia’s Care Economy is an investment white space: An investment area that serves a strong development need but has yet to benefit from a robust policy framework and political momentum. What would it take to create a robust care infrastructure in Malaysia? And how might increased investments into this sector transform care services? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Anfaal Saari, Member of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly who holds the portfolio of Women and Family Empowerment, Social Welfare & the Care Economy, and Dr Haniza Khalid, currently Senior Research Associate at Universiti Malaya’s Social Wellbeing Research Centre. She recently authored a report on enabling investments into the Malaysian Care Economy, commissioned by UNDP Malaysia.
Tue Jul 16 2024
King expresses hope for increased investment from Chinese companies in Malaysia

King expresses hope for increased investment from Chinese companies in Malaysia

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim emphasised China's significant role as a key trading partner for Malaysia.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Be vigilant to prevent heat stroke during Aidilfitri - Dr Zaini

Be vigilant to prevent heat stroke during Aidilfitri - Dr Zaini

Among the most severe cases of heatstroke are increased body temperature, dizziness or headaches, nausea, and extreme fatigue.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Increased awareness among traders at Ramadan Bazaars to display price tags - KPDN

Increased awareness among traders at Ramadan Bazaars to display price tags - KPDN

The level of awareness among traders at the Ramadan and Aidilfitri bazaars in Melaka to display price tags on their goods has increased
Fri Mar 29 2024
Unity government never withhold allocation for states, including Terengganu - PM

Unity government never "withhold" allocation for states, including Terengganu - PM

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the development allocation for Terengganu increased to RM1.59 bln this year compared to RM1.55 bln in 2023.
Thu Mar 21 2024
More than a billion people worldwide are obese, WHO study finds

More than a billion people worldwide are obese, WHO study finds

More than a billion people globally are now considered obese, a condition linked to an increased risk of numerous serious health problems
Sun Mar 03 2024