Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 2) — Help Trees Thrive In Concrete Jungles
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Mohd Zailani Jamil, President of the Malaysia Society of Arboriculture.
Fri May 17 2024
Consider This: Tree-Care Policies (Part 1) — Trees as Assets: Valuing Our Urban Canopy
Recent incidents of falling trees that killed a motorist and damaged vehicles and property, have highlighted the pressing need for better tree management policies in urban areas. Following these incidents, DBKL has since been instructed to closely monitor and maintain the shade trees in the capital city, and as a short-term measure, to cut down the trees that have already been identified as at risk of falling. Knowing the benefits of having trees in our cities, how can we create conditions that allow them to thrive despite the hostile environment they have to grow in? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Koh Cha-Ly, Founder and CEO of Urbanmetry, a data company which uses proprietary algorithms to analyse big data from cities. She is also a member of the World Economic Forum's Global Commission for Nature Positive Cities.
Fri May 17 2024
Roundtable Discussion: AI Disruption in Media - Threats and Opportunities
Discover the challenges and opportunities of AI Disruption in Media with Astro AWANI's Ashwad Ismail and other experts. Moderated by Wathshlah Naidu from CIJ, the session will shed light on the evolving nature of the AI technology within the field of journalism.
Tue May 14 2024
![Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61713769296_TBNIKNAZMjpg.jpg)
Plogging brings positive impact on environmental sustainability - Nik Nazmi
Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said this activity could also cultivate a sense of unity and appreciation for nature conservation among the people.
Mon Apr 22 2024
![Four lessons from Jane Goodall as the renowned primatologist turns 90 Four lessons from Jane Goodall as the renowned primatologist turns 90](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712304755_JaneGoodall.jpg)
Four lessons from Jane Goodall as the renowned primatologist turns 90
Jane Goodall reflects on the resilience of nature and how technology and tradition can both support conservation efforts.
Sun Apr 07 2024
![How nature can alter our sense of time How nature can alter our sense of time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711450769_ClockOutdoor.jpg)
How nature can alter our sense of time
Taking control of your time and how you use it can help to you overcome the sense that time is running away from you.
Sun Mar 31 2024
![The hidden threat within your walls - Misconfigurations in cloud services The hidden threat within your walls - Misconfigurations in cloud services](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51702646926_cyberthreatshacke.jpg)
The hidden threat within your walls - Misconfigurations in cloud services
The multifaceted nature of modern cyber threats and misconfigurations demands a holistic and proactive approach.
Wed Mar 27 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Pressure must be exerted on the Chief Prosecutor of the ICC [COLUMNIST] Pressure must be exerted on the Chief Prosecutor of the ICC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51705285100_TBICJ.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Pressure must be exerted on the Chief Prosecutor of the ICC
The ultimate goal of the injunction is to ensure a permanent ceasefire of an unconditional nature as the preliminary step.
Mon Jan 15 2024
![Daim: I deny categorically any corrupt act or wrongdoing of whatsoever nature Daim: I deny categorically any corrupt act or wrongdoing of whatsoever nature](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61703750417_TBTUNDAIM.jpg)
Daim: "I deny categorically any corrupt act or wrongdoing of whatsoever nature"
Former Cabinet Minister Tun Daim Zainuddin shares a statement on the purported investigations on him and his family members
Thu Dec 28 2023
![Jamie Foxx makes first public appearance since hospitalization Jamie Foxx makes first public appearance since hospitalization](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681426123_JamieFoxx.jpg)
Jamie Foxx makes first public appearance since hospitalization
Jamie Foxx noted that his medical condition was life-threatening but did not disclose the nature of his illness.
Wed Dec 06 2023
![Scientists propose sweeping new law of nature, expanding on evolution Scientists propose sweeping new law of nature, expanding on evolution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81635776226_TBAmazonRainforest.jpg)
Scientists propose sweeping new law of nature, expanding on evolution
It holds that complex natural systems evolve to states of greater patterning, diversity and complexity.
Sat Oct 21 2023
![New policy, approach needed in management of river basins - Sultan Nazrin New policy, approach needed in management of river basins - Sultan Nazrin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/81693386425_sultannazrin.jpg)
New policy, approach needed in management of river basins - Sultan Nazrin
The Sultan of Perak says river preservation is cultural and geopolitical in nature and cannot be dealt with simply using the old framework that is rigid and segmented.
Mon Sep 25 2023
![Jelajah Jiwa SME: Pure Nature muncul pemenang Penyertaan Terbaik Jelajah Jiwa SME: Pure Nature muncul pemenang Penyertaan Terbaik](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/61693747182_JIWASMEJohor.jpg)
Jelajah Jiwa SME: Pure Nature muncul pemenang Penyertaan Terbaik
Syarikat Pure Nature, pengeluar produk minuman kesihatan berasaskan pati Halia dipilih sebagai pemenang bagi kategori Penyertaan Terbaik.
Sun Sep 03 2023
![Spanish researchers aim to 'trick nature' with artificial womb Spanish researchers aim to 'trick nature' with artificial womb](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/81688115718_prematurelambfetus.jpg)
Spanish researchers aim to 'trick nature' with artificial womb
It is connected to an amniotic fluid circulation system that maintains the foetus isolated from external stimuli, accessible for ultrasound.
Sat Jul 01 2023
![Charles the 'green king' harnesses love of nature for UK coronation Charles the 'green king' harnesses love of nature for UK coronation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/41681888868_KingCharles.jpg)
Charles the 'green king' harnesses love of nature for UK coronation
The "green" tone for the coronation was set from the invitation to the 2,000 or so guests expected at Westminster Abbey.
Thu May 04 2023