![More than 47,000 people died in Europe last year due to heat, report says More than 47,000 people died in Europe last year due to heat, report says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/41689047624_Pantheon.jpg)
More than 47,000 people died in Europe last year due to heat, report says
Europeans live in the world's fastest-warming continent, facing growing health risks stemming from intense heat.
Tue Aug 13 2024
Consider This: Trafficking in Persons — From Watch List to Progress
Malaysia has shown marked progress in the fight against human trafficking, having been recently upgraded to Tier 2 in the US State Department’s Trafficking in Persons report, from being on its Tier 2 Watch List last year. How can we ensure that momentum continues? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Haezreena Begum Abdul Hamid, Criminologist and Deputy Dean (Higher Degree) at Universiti Malaya’s Faculty of Law.
Tue Jul 30 2024
![World's forests failed to curb 2023 climate emissions, study finds World's forests failed to curb 2023 climate emissions, study finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51722335604_TBwildfire.jpg)
World's forests failed to curb 2023 climate emissions, study finds
A record amount of carbon dioxide entered Earth's atmosphere last year, further feeding global warming, the researchers said.
Tue Jul 30 2024
![Japan's diaper makers look to adult market for revenue as births fall Japan's diaper makers look to adult market for revenue as births fall](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41720753070_diaper.jpg)
Japan's diaper makers look to adult market for revenue as births fall
With births falling last year to a record low, Japan's population is likely to decline by about 30% to 87 million by 2070, with four people in every 10 aged 65 or more.
Fri Jul 12 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
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41719479735_RAJABUAHdurian.jpg)
Malaysia expected to export fresh durian to China by October this year
Last year, Malaysia exported fruits worth RM2 billion of which 56 per cent were durians.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![PM performs Aidiladha prayers at Putra Mosque PM performs Aidiladha prayers at Putra Mosque](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718589151_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM performs Aidiladha prayers at Putra Mosque
This is the first Aidiladha prayer for Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim since taking over the country's administration in November last year.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![“Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations “Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717577304_tbFahmiFadzil.jpg)
“Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka” theme for 2024 National Day & Malaysia Day celebrations
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the Cabinet also agreed to retain the last year's HKHM logo for this year's celebrations.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![North Korea laundered $147.5 million in stolen crypto in March, say UN experts North Korea laundered $147.5 million in stolen crypto in March, say UN experts](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/61684135761_NorthKoreanflag.jpg)
North Korea laundered $147.5 million in stolen crypto in March, say UN experts
North Korea laundered the money via virtual currency platform Tornado Cash after stealing it last year from a cryptocurrency exchange.
Wed May 15 2024
![Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715313153_SpyBalloon.jpg)
Chinese companies hit with US trade restrictions over spy balloon incident
The Biden administration added 37 Chinese entities to a trade restriction list, including some for supporting the spy balloon that flew over the U.S. last year.
Fri May 10 2024
![Malaysia suffers RM277 billion losses over five years due to corruption - MACC Malaysia suffers RM277 billion losses over five years due to corruption - MACC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715063139_Anwar.jpg)
Malaysia suffers RM277 billion losses over five years due to corruption - MACC
Tan Sri Azam Baki said the losses were calculated based on cumulative estimate of the GDP over five-year period from 2018 until last year.
Tue May 07 2024
![May 14 hearing for Apandi Ali's bid for leave to appeal over Court's dismissal of his lawsuit May 14 hearing for Apandi Ali's bid for leave to appeal over Court's dismissal of his lawsuit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/61698896366_TanSriApandiAli.jpg)
May 14 hearing for Apandi Ali's bid for leave to appeal over Court's dismissal of his lawsuit
Ex-AG Tan Sri Mohamad Apandi Ali filed the application on Dec 1, last year, after losing his appeal at Court of Appeal on Nov 2 last year.
Mon Apr 08 2024
![Baltimore bridge collapse: Ship has valid certifications - MPA Baltimore bridge collapse: Ship has valid certifications - MPA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71711511805_TBDalijpg.jpg)
Baltimore bridge collapse: Ship has valid certifications - MPA
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said the ship passed two separate foreign port state inspections in June and September last year.
Wed Mar 27 2024