![Beijing shuts train lines as rain arrives in China's north Beijing shuts train lines as rain arrives in China's north](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721099474_Pingjiang.jpg)
Beijing shuts train lines as rain arrives in China's north
Beijing issues an early warning for thunderstorms and flash floods as the country's north braces for stormy weather.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![KK Mart founder, wife freed of criminal charges over 'Allah socks' issue, company and supplier fined RM60,000 each KK Mart founder, wife freed of criminal charges over 'Allah socks' issue, company and supplier fined RM60,000 each](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721026988_PengasasKKSupermar.jpg)
KK Mart founder, wife freed of criminal charges over 'Allah socks' issue, company and supplier fined RM60,000 each
The two companies were given three days to pay the fine.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Bursa Malaysia, Pribumi launch world's first zakat index Bursa Malaysia, Pribumi launch world's first zakat index](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41717000513_TBWAHIDOMAR.jpg)
Bursa Malaysia, Pribumi launch world's first zakat index
The launch of the Zakat Index seeks to recognise zakat-paying listed issuers and encourage greater zakat contributions from more PLCs.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Health over handcuffs: A public health approach to drug use Health over handcuffs: A public health approach to drug use](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720702927_TBdrug.jpg)
Health over handcuffs: A public health approach to drug use
Treating drug use as a health and social issue is a promising way to improve outcomes for people who use drugs.
Sun Jul 14 2024
![Extreme heat wave hits Italy, 'red alert' issued for 11 cities Extreme heat wave hits Italy, 'red alert' issued for 11 cities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689387026_TBheatwave.jpg)
Extreme heat wave hits Italy, 'red alert' issued for 11 cities
Italy is currently grappling with an extreme heat wave originating from Africa, prompting authorities to issue a "red alert".
Fri Jul 12 2024
![China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720753358_EUChina.jpg)
China scolds EU over statement about South China Sea
EU issued a statement to mark the anniversary of arbitration regarding sovereignty in the region which ruled in the Philippines' favour and which was rejected by China.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Tribunal issues award for first sexual harassment complaint - KPWKM Tribunal issues award for first sexual harassment complaint - KPWKM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712730319_raped.jpg)
Tribunal issues award for first sexual harassment complaint - KPWKM
The Tribunal for Anti-Sexual Harassment has issued an award for its first complaint involving physical sexual harassment.
Fri Jul 12 2024
![Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61720608916_TBIraqisecurity.jpg)
Iraq issues death sentence against wife of late Islamic State leader
The wife of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi received a death sentence for collaborating with the group and detaining Yazidi women in her home.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![Police station gates to close after 10 pm - Saifuddin Police station gates to close after 10 pm - Saifuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51719222222_SaifuddinNasution.jpg)
Police station gates to close after 10 pm - Saifuddin
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the order was issued to balance the needs of the public and the safety of the personnel on duty.
Tue Jul 09 2024
![Japan issues heatstroke warning as 'cooling shelters' offer respite Japan issues heatstroke warning as 'cooling shelters' offer respite](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720516537_heatstrokealert.jpg)
Japan issues heatstroke warning as 'cooling shelters' offer respite
Authorities urged people to avoid physical activity as the environment ministry issued top 'danger'-level alerts.
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
![HRD Corp issue: MACC to scrutinise information, documents submitted by KESUMA HRD Corp issue: MACC to scrutinise information, documents submitted by KESUMA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/61600393663_MenaraSPRM.jpg)
HRD Corp issue: MACC to scrutinise information, documents submitted by KESUMA
The MACC will now examine the entirety of the documents to ascertain any potential elements of corruption, misconduct, or abuse of power.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![HRD Corp issue: KESUMA submits report to MACC HRD Corp issue: KESUMA submits report to MACC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/51684472020_MenaraSPRM.jpg)
HRD Corp issue: KESUMA submits report to MACC
Datuk Seri Khairul Dzaimee Daud said the report was submitted to the MACC in accordance with the recommendation in the LKAN.
Fri Jul 05 2024
Consider This: Prison Reform - Reintegration Through Employment
As Malaysia continues to grapple with the complexities of criminal justice reform, the integration of parolees and former inmates into the workforce remains a critical issue. Is the path from prison to gainful employment paved with enough support or are there gaps that need urgent addressing? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Kausalya Devi Sathoo, Former Deputy Commissioner of the Prisons Department and Dr Mohammad Rahim Kamaluddin, criminologist at UKM’s Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Wed Jul 03 2024
![Boris Johnson issues surprise last-ditch UK election rallying cry Boris Johnson issues surprise last-ditch UK election rallying cry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71719985652_TBBorisJohnson.jpg)
Boris Johnson issues surprise last-ditch UK election rallying cry
Boris Johnson makes a last-ditch effort to rally support for the Conservatives and their leader Rishi Sunak, who helped oust him.
Wed Jul 03 2024