EXPLAINER - Don't be fooled by early US vote counts: They might be misleading
How it all plays out will depend on how and when large numbers of mail-in or early ballots are processed and counted in different states.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Consider This: 2024 US Election (Part 1) — Gaza and the Ballot
It’s Election Day in the US, and swing state Michigan is in the spotlight. Michigan has the country’s largest proportion of Arab-Americans, and was once a Democratic stronghold. But frustrations over America’s support for Israel in its war on Gaza, means that in Michigan, the race between Kamala Herris and Donald Trump is impossibly close. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Professor Saeed Khan, Founding member of the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding. He’s also an associate professor of Near Eastern and Asian Studies at Wayne State University.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Consider This: 2024 US Election (Part 2) — Gaza and the Ballot
It’s Election Day in the US, and swing state Michigan is in the spotlight. Michigan has the country’s largest proportion of Arab-Americans, and was once a Democratic stronghold. But frustrations over America’s support for Israel in its war on Gaza, means that in Michigan, the race between Kamala Herris and Donald Trump is impossibly close. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Hayg Oshagan, Founder and Director of New Michigan Media. He’s also an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at Wayne State University.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Tight race in US Congress as no party expected to secure large majority - Reports
Experts caution that it may take some time beyond election night to determine which party has won control of the House.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Trump and Harris make final pitch in Pennsylvania on eve of historic vote
The state offers the largest share of votes in the Electoral College of any of the seven battleground states expected to determine the outcome.
Tue Nov 05 2024
Niaga Spotlight: Revolutionising parenthood via technology
The parenting technology market in Southeast Asia reached approximately MYR 30 billion in 2023, with a CAGR of 8% to 10%
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features tech-driven market innovation in parenting with Petrina Goh, Founder and CEO, Nuren Group - the largest women’s community and e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Malaysia's leading parenting platform.
Within a decade, Nuren Group has built a robust ecosystem that combines e-commerce, community building, and AI-driven solutions, serving over 5,000 merchants and 5 million active users. All this has helped generate RM50 million revenue in just the last 3 years.
Nuren Group is the first start-up company under Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV), a subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated) [MOF (Inc)] Venture Debt programme to be listed on the National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSX), which sets them on a path for global expansion.
Petrina Goh discusses the impact of innovative business models, empowering women through technology and how technological advancements are shaping Parenting Technology through a focus on localisation, innovation and user-centric design.
NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features tech-driven market innovation in parenting with Petrina Goh, Founder and CEO, Nuren Group - the largest women’s community and e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Malaysia's leading parenting platform.
Within a decade, Nuren Group has built a robust ecosystem that combines e-commerce, community building, and AI-driven solutions, serving over 5,000 merchants and 5 million active users. All this has helped generate RM50 million revenue in just the last 3 years.
Nuren Group is the first start-up company under Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV), a subsidiary of the Minister of Finance (Incorporated) [MOF (Inc)] Venture Debt programme to be listed on the National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSX), which sets them on a path for global expansion.
Petrina Goh discusses the impact of innovative business models, empowering women through technology and how technological advancements are shaping Parenting Technology through a focus on localisation, innovation and user-centric design.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Consider This: Afghanistan — Conflict, Climate, and Crisis
Afghanistan has largely faded from the headlines, but it remains in the grip of a severe humanitarian crisis. Nearly three years after the Taliban's return to power, economic stagnation, climate-related disasters, and withdrawal of aid have left the nation in a precarious state. Mobile health teams and fixed clinics run by the Afghan Red Crescent Society are recording alarming cases of acute malnutrition, particularly among children. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Necephor Mghendi, Head of Delegation for Afghanistan for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
Mon Oct 28 2024
North Korea's military is one of world's largest: how powerful is it?
The Korean People's Army, with an estimated 1.3 mln active personnel, is one of the world's largest militaries, behind China and the US.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Fossils reveal head of ancient millipede that was biggest bug ever
The discovery reveals it as a large primitive millipede, classified as a plant eater, not a predator.
Sat Oct 26 2024
'World-first' procedure to remove large brain tumours developed
The surgeon working in Scotland has developed a way to remove brain tumours the size of apples through patients' eyebrows.
Fri Oct 25 2024
Russia's Putin outlines BRICS grain exchange proposal
BRICS countries are among the world's largest producers of grains, legumes, and oilseeds, says Vladimir Putin.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Mega Infrastructure: How much should we spend to make it worthwhile?
Siva Shanker, CEO of Estate Agency at Rahim & Co., delves into the intricate decision-making process behind investing in mega infrastructure projects. These ambitious undertakings, from expansive transportation systems to large-scale energy facilities, hold the promise of economic transformation and enhanced quality of life. However, determining the optimal investment requires a careful balance of immediate costs against long-term benefits and societal impacts.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption, other issues
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues
Sun Oct 20 2024
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sun Oct 20 2024
Indonesia's Prabowo courts largest party for coalition, meets candidates for govt posts
Indonesia's incoming president Prabowo Subianto met candidates for senior government posts, aiming to bring more parties into his coalition.
Tue Oct 15 2024