![Medical (Amendments) Bill 2024 tabled for first reading in parliament Medical (Amendments) Bill 2024 tabled for first reading in parliament](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81719916689_DzulkeflyAhmadKKM.jpg)
Medical (Amendments) Bill 2024 tabled for first reading in parliament
The amendments aim to empower MMC to recognise qualifications and specialist training for registering medical practitioners and specialists.
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
![Thailand to be first Southeast Asian country to recognise same-sex marriage Thailand to be first Southeast Asian country to recognise same-sex marriage](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718700484_Bangkok.jpg)
Thailand to be first Southeast Asian country to recognise same-sex marriage
The law gained the support of nearly all upper house lawmakers and will be sent to the palace for royal approval.
Tue Jun 18 2024
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Astro AWANI is Msia's most trusted news brand for 7th consecutive year - Reuters Institute
Astro AWANI has been recognised as the most trusted news brand in M'sia for the 7th consecutive year in 2024 Reuters Digital News Report.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Medical Act 1971 to be amended to solve parallel pathway issue - Dr Dzulkefly Medical Act 1971 to be amended to solve parallel pathway issue - Dr Dzulkefly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71716205353_TBDZULCOVID.jpg)
Medical Act 1971 to be amended to solve parallel pathway issue - Dr Dzulkefly
Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said the Cabinet also recognises the increasing need for specialist services in healthcare facilities.
Thu Jun 06 2024
![European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61717037778_Smokerises.jpg)
European countries' recognition of Palestine deepens Israeli isolation
Israel slips further into international isolation after three European countries decided to recognise a Palestinian state.
Fri May 31 2024
![Spain, Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian statehood Spain, Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian statehood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61716878891_TBJoseManuelAlbares.jpg)
Spain, Ireland, Norway set to recognise Palestinian statehood
Three nations hope the decision will accelerate the peace process in Gaza.
Tue May 28 2024
![Embrace Rukun Negara for stronger unity Embrace Rukun Negara for stronger unity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/81594509494_TBRukunNegara.jpg)
Embrace Rukun Negara for stronger unity
The public needs to recognise the importance of understanding the national philosophy and the history behind these principles.
Tue May 28 2024
![Israel orders recall of ambassadors to Ireland and Norway Israel orders recall of ambassadors to Ireland and Norway](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716369599_tbUnitedNations.jpg)
Israel orders recall of ambassadors to Ireland and Norway
The move is in response to those nations' decisions to recognise a Palestinian state.
Wed May 22 2024
![Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716372520_JonasGahrStore.jpg)
Norway, along with Ireland and Spain, to recognise Palestinian state
Before the announcement, some 143 out of 193 member-states of the United Nations recognised a Palestinian state.
Wed May 22 2024
![MOE announces initiatives to enhance teacher capacity in digital technology MOE announces initiatives to enhance teacher capacity in digital technology](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/61715849673_TBFadhlina.jpg)
MOE announces initiatives to enhance teacher capacity in digital technology
MOE will collaborate with Apple Professional Learning Specialist Malaysia to train 100,000 teachers to be recognised as 'Apple Teachers'.
Thu May 16 2024
![Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81715335316_PalestineFlag.jpg)
Spain, Ireland to recognise Palestinian state on May 21 - EU's Borrell
Spain, Ireland and other European Union member countries plan to recognise a Palestinian state on May 21.
Fri May 10 2024
![Spain to recognise Palestinian statehood by July, leader says - Reports Spain to recognise Palestinian statehood by July, leader says - Reports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712041042_pedrosanchez.jpg)
Spain to recognise Palestinian statehood by July, leader says - Reports
According to the reports, PM Pedro Sanchez said he expected events to unfold in the conflict ahead of the European Parliament elections in early June
Tue Apr 02 2024
![LPF will not approve films promoting LGBTQ lifestyles - Saifuddin Nasution LPF will not approve films promoting LGBTQ lifestyles - Saifuddin Nasution](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51711014567_TBSAIFUDDINPARLIMEN.jpg)
LPF will not approve films promoting LGBTQ lifestyles - Saifuddin Nasution
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said govt never ratified international conventions related to LGBTQ, nor recognise LGBT lifestyles.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Britain's Prince William pays tribute to his late mother Princess Diana at awards event Britain's Prince William pays tribute to his late mother Princess Diana at awards event](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710481181_TBPrinceWilliam.jpg)
Britain's Prince William pays tribute to his late mother Princess Diana at awards event
The Diana Award set up in 2017, recognises young people for social action of humanitarian work, with a ceremony held every two years.
Fri Mar 15 2024