![Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723616467_TBSheinlogo.jpg)
Seoul city finds toxic substances in products from Temu and Shein apps
The products have been found to contain toxic substances up to 229 times higher than permitted levels.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Consider This: Private Healthcare (Part 2) — What Will Copayments Mean for You?
Come September 1st, Bank Negara Malaysia will require all insurers and takaful operators to offer consumers an option to purchase medical and health insurance and takaful products with a copayment feature. What does it mean for the healthcare sector, and how will this affect patients? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to independent health policy analyst, Dr Chua Hong Teck.
Tue Aug 06 2024
Consider This: Private Healthcare (Part 1) — What Will Copayments Mean for You?
Come September 1st, Bank Negara Malaysia will require all insurers and takaful operators to offer consumers an option to purchase medical and health insurance and takaful products with a copayment feature. What does it mean for the healthcare sector, and how will this affect patients? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Azrul Mohd Khalib, CEO of the Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy.
Tue Aug 06 2024
![Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714818878_AfdlinShauki.jpg)
Afdlin Shauki urges young directors to join PFM community
Datuk Afdlin Shauki encourages young directors who are just starting out in filmmaking to join the PFM to help refine local productions.
Wed Jul 31 2024
Consider This: Carbon Capture & Storage (Part 2) — Visionary or Risky?
Recently, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli revealed plans to make Terengganu, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak leaders in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Storage (CCUS), using old oil wells and terminal facilities for carbon storage. The announcement has sparked a heated debate — supporters see it as a necessary step towards reducing Malaysia’s carbon emissions, while critics argue CCUS enables greenwashing as producers can claim to be engaging in climate measures without reducing production. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Gary Theseira, Director and council member of Climate Governance Malaysia, which is the country chapter of the World Economic Forum's initiative on climate governance.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Carbon Capture & Storage (Part 1) — Visionary or Risky?
Recently, Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli revealed plans to make Terengganu, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak leaders in Carbon Capture and Utilisation Storage (CCUS), using old oil wells and terminal facilities for carbon storage. The announcement has sparked a heated debate — supporters see it as a necessary step towards reducing Malaysia’s carbon emissions, while critics argue CCUS enables greenwashing as producers can claim to be engaging in climate measures without reducing production. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Meena Raman, President of Sahabat Alam Malaysia.
Thu Jul 25 2024
![Fed govt, Sabah each received around RM 23 bln in petroleum revenue since 1976 - PMO Fed govt, Sabah each received around RM 23 bln in petroleum revenue since 1976 - PMO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51710125896_BangunanParlimen.jpg)
Fed govt, Sabah each received around RM 23 bln in petroleum revenue since 1976 - PMO
The PMO said Petronas has consistently fulfilled all cash payment obligations from petroleum production.
Thu Jul 11 2024
![China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81720071161_BYDlogos.jpg)
China's BYD opens EV factory in Thailand, first in Southeast Asia
By 2030, Thailand aims to convert 30% of its annual production of 2.5 million vehicles into EVs, according to a government plan.
Thu Jul 04 2024
![China keen to collaborate with Malaysia in halal industry China keen to collaborate with Malaysia in halal industry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51719835938_MohamadAlamin.jpg)
China keen to collaborate with Malaysia in halal industry
Deputy Foreign Minister Datuk Mohamad Alamin says, China aims to collaborate with Malaysia on halal certification, services and products.
Wed Jul 03 2024
![“Saazish” filem aksi Punjabi Malaysia terbesar, ditayangkan 4 Julai ini “Saazish” filem aksi Punjabi Malaysia terbesar, ditayangkan 4 Julai ini](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719455533_Saazish.jpg)
“Saazish” filem aksi Punjabi Malaysia terbesar, ditayangkan 4 Julai ini
Saazish atau konspirasi berkisar tentang konspirasi dan sifat tamak, menampilkan watak-watak yang berbeza dalam plot yang kompleks tertumpu pada tema kekayaan dan tipu daya.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710826372_TBAMIRHAMZAH.jpg)
Govt confident of achieving 2024 inflation, GDP targets even with diesel subsidy retargeting
The government is targeting headline inflation of 2.0-3.5 per cent and gross domestic product growth of 4.0-5.0 per cent for this year.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security [COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/81699688055_Inisiatifpenanaman.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Agriculture sector need more than subsidies to boost productivity and food security
To increase agricultural productivity, a combination of financial, logistical, and technological supportsisneeded.
Thu Jun 20 2024
![Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716786489_TBAIjpg.jpg)
Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds
According to the report, global concerns about the use of AI in news production and misinformation are growing.
Mon Jun 17 2024
AWANI Review: Qarbotech: Photosynthesis Boost - The Farmer’s Game Changer?
Qarbotech is shaking up agritech with a product that boosts plant photosynthesis, resulting in higher crop yields for farmers. Founders Dr. Suraya Rashid and Chor Chee Hoe discuss what's driving the next big leap for the company.
Sat Jun 08 2024
![KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41705371729_ArmizanMohdAli.jpg)
KPDN aims to introduce Lemon Law or amend existing acts for defective vehicles next year
Lemon Law is a remedy for buyers of motor vehicles and consumer products that repeatedly fail to meet standards of quality and performance.
Tue Jun 04 2024