Consider This: The Malaysian Mind: From Post-colonial to Decolonial
Every year, we celebrate Merdeka, Malaya’s independence day, at the end of August, marking the start of what we now refer to as a post-colonial era. But is colonialism truly a thing of the past in Malaysia? How do colonial legacies continue to influence our collective consciousness, and what it means to break free from these mental shackles? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Alberto Gomes, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. He is also the Global Director of DEEP Network, an academic collective that advocates for peace education.
Thu Aug 01 2024
![Inmates released through PBSL vow to turn over a new leaf Inmates released through PBSL vow to turn over a new leaf](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61662708968_TBpenjara.jpg)
Inmates released through PBSL vow to turn over a new leaf
Prisoners selected to be released today through the Licensed Release of Prisoners in conjunction with the 66th Independence Day.
Wed Aug 30 2023
![Former minister, writer among Myanmar prisoners freed in amnesty Former minister, writer among Myanmar prisoners freed in amnesty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2015-11/71447653763_950x600.jpg)
Former minister, writer among Myanmar prisoners freed in amnesty
Myanmar's political detainees were given amnesty to mark the country's independence day.
Thu Jan 05 2023
![Myanmar junta to free more than 7,000 prisoners under amnesty Myanmar junta to free more than 7,000 prisoners under amnesty](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/81672821819_MinAungHlaing.jpg)
Myanmar junta to free more than 7,000 prisoners under amnesty
Myanmar's military government will release 7,012 prisoners under an amnesty to mark the country's independence day, state broadcaster MRTV reported on Wednesday.
Wed Jan 04 2023
![Russian attack kills 22 civilians on Ukraine's Independence Day, Kyiv officials say Russian attack kills 22 civilians on Ukraine's Independence Day, Kyiv officials say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/51661411630_UKRAINE.jpg)
Russian attack kills 22 civilians on Ukraine's Independence Day, Kyiv officials say
Zelenskiy said rockets hit a train in the small town of Chaplyne, some 145 km west of Russian-occupied Donetsk in eastern Ukraine.
Thu Aug 25 2022
![Indonesia at 'pinnacle of global leadership', president says Indonesia at 'pinnacle of global leadership', president says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/61660643839_JokoWidodo.jpg)
Indonesia at 'pinnacle of global leadership', president says
Jokowi reiterated calls for Indonesia to be a "bridge of peace" between Russia and Ukraine.
Tue Aug 16 2022
![Korean PM to recommend presidential pardon for Samsung's Lee Korean PM to recommend presidential pardon for Samsung's Lee](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/61480992286_JayYLee.jpg)
Korean PM to recommend presidential pardon for Samsung's Lee
If Yoon agrees, the pardon could come around the time of South Korea's Independence Day on Aug. 15, when they are traditionally handed out.
Wed Jul 27 2022
![In Chicago suburb, 'guardian angels' sheltered strangers under attack In Chicago suburb, 'guardian angels' sheltered strangers under attack](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/51657082742_KarenBritten.jpg)
In Chicago suburb, 'guardian angels' sheltered strangers under attack
Karen Britten along with two of her neighbors in Highland Park housed dozens of parade goers during an hours-long lockdown.
Wed Jul 06 2022
Week Ahead: 1st Week of September 2021
As we celebrate our independence day, we look at what lies ahead during merdeka week. This includes the parliament reopening soon, 100 days of the cabinet, and more. Join us, on the Week Ahead with Ibrahim Sani
Sat Mar 26 2022
![KL Tower to light up in Tajikistan's national flag colours to mark Independence Day on Thursday KL Tower to light up in Tajikistan's national flag colours to mark Independence Day on Thursday](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/41631075106_KLTOWER.jpg)
KL Tower to light up in Tajikistan's national flag colours to mark Independence Day on Thursday
The display will start from 8 pm to 9 pm, the Tajikistan Embassy in Malaysia said in a statement.
Wed Sep 08 2021
![My 'Merdeka Action List' My 'Merdeka Action List'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/51613997875_TBONGKIANMING.jpg)
My 'Merdeka Action List'
I would encourage you to do the same so that you have something to work towards and something to look forward to.
Tue Aug 31 2021
![Man treasures copy of newspaper from 1957 Independence Day Man treasures copy of newspaper from 1957 Independence Day](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/51630316702_MohdTarmiziIsmail.jpg)
Man treasures copy of newspaper from 1957 Independence Day
Although someone wanted to buy his copy of The Sunday Times from Sept 1, 1957 which had reported Malaysia's independence from British rule, Mohd Tarmizi Ismail, 45, believes it has a far higher value.
Mon Aug 30 2021
!['Get a shot, have a beer': Biden, Anheuser-Busch push July vaccination goal 'Get a shot, have a beer': Biden, Anheuser-Busch push July vaccination goal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/61622714612_WASHINGTON.jpg)
'Get a shot, have a beer': Biden, Anheuser-Busch push July vaccination goal
From free beer to free childcare, Biden touted new efforts to get 70 pct of US adults inoculated by July 4.
Thu Jun 03 2021
![5 easy ways to show our patriotism this National Day! 5 easy ways to show our patriotism this National Day!](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/51598807747_MERDEKA.jpg)
5 easy ways to show our patriotism this National Day!
Malaysia is celebrating its 63rd Independence Day today. While Malaysians are still under the Recovery Movement Control Order, here are some easy ways for you to show your love for the country.
Mon Aug 31 2020
![FAMA sets up six more pasar tani in Selangor FAMA sets up six more pasar tani in Selangor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/81598781355_FAMA.jpg)
FAMA sets up six more pasar tani in Selangor
FAMA will set up six more farmers markets (pasar tani) in the state in addition to the existing 43 markets operating since Aug 16.
Sun Aug 30 2020