Consider This: Medical Inflation — The Anatomy of Healthcare Costs
In 2023, Malaysia recorded medical cost inflation of 12.6%. What's fueling this surge, and who bears the brunt of this burden? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Datuk Dr Syed Mohamed Aljunid Syed Junid, Professor of Health Economics, Policy and Management at the Department of Public Health and Community Medicine at IMU University. He is also the President of the Malaysian Health Economic Association.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/41723451967_TBSTORMMARIA.jpg)
Storm brings torrential rain to Japan, disrupts transport
The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of risks from mudslides and floods after record-breaking rainfall over last two days in some cities.
Mon Aug 12 2024
![Australians jubilant as sports-mad country bags record gold at Olympics Australians jubilant as sports-mad country bags record gold at Olympics](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/61723107638_TBParis.jpg)
Australians jubilant as sports-mad country bags record gold at Olympics
Australians bagged national record 18 gold medals at the Paris Olympics moving up third place in the medals tally behind China and America.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Missing out on podium by 1kg was heartbreaking - Mohamad Aniq Missing out on podium by 1kg was heartbreaking - Mohamad Aniq](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723045751_TBANIQ.jpg)
Missing out on podium by 1kg was heartbreaking - Mohamad Aniq
national weightlifter Mohamad Aniq Kasdan set a national record with a total lift of 297kg, surpassing his previous national record by 1kg.
Thu Aug 08 2024
![Appellate Court remits Palestinian kidnapping case to High Court Appellate Court remits Palestinian kidnapping case to High Court](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723021018_kespenculikan.jpg)
Appellate Court remits Palestinian kidnapping case to High Court
No pleas were recorded from the accused and the case subsequently transferred to High Court as kidnapping cases fall under its jurisdiction.
Wed Aug 07 2024
!['Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice 'Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723004592_DeadpoolWolverine.jpg)
'Deadpool & Wolverine' drone show breaks record twice
Sky Elements set record with 1,599 drones forming Deadpool, then broke it moments later with 1,607 drones forming Hugh Jackman's Wolverine.
Wed Aug 07 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
![Police record statement from father of 12-year-old boy driving car Police record statement from father of 12-year-old boy driving car](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720161058_TBLOGOPDRM.jpg)
Police record statement from father of 12-year-old boy driving car
Initial investigation found the boy was driving a car on a joyride with his two younger siblings aged six and four.
Tue Jul 30 2024
![Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51718422985_MuhammadRadzi.jpg)
Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a viral infection, specifically the Hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E viruses.
Mon Jul 29 2024
AWANI Tonight 24 July 2024
AWANITonight with @Hafiz_Marzukhi
1. Govt want socmed platforms to crack down on online crimes
2. World breaks hottest day record for second day in a row
1. Govt want socmed platforms to crack down on online crimes
2. World breaks hottest day record for second day in a row
Wed Jul 24 2024
![No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720509956_SaifuddinNasutionI.jpg)
No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister
Reports on missing persons have been on a static trend, recording about 900 cases every year since 2020.
Tue Jul 23 2024
![Nur Farah Kartini' s murder: Police record statements of 26 witnesses Nur Farah Kartini' s murder: Police record statements of 26 witnesses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61720605165_tbHusseinOmarKhan.jpg)
Nur Farah Kartini' s murder: Police record statements of 26 witnesses
Police said the witnesses included an acquaintance of the victim and a policeman, who is a colleague of the suspect arrested in the case.
Wed Jul 17 2024
![Bursa Malaysia opens higher, tracking Wall Street gains Bursa Malaysia opens higher, tracking Wall Street gains](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/61643279670_BURSAMALAYSIA.jpg)
Bursa Malaysia opens higher, tracking Wall Street gains
Wall Street closed higher, underpinned by broad-based buying, pushing the Dow Jones Industrial Average index to a record high.
Wed Jul 17 2024
![Argentina crowned Copa America champions for record 16th time after defeating Colombia Argentina crowned Copa America champions for record 16th time after defeating Colombia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721029804_tbLionelMessi.jpg)
Argentina crowned Copa America champions for record 16th time after defeating Colombia
Argentina won a record 16th Copa America title by beating Colombia 1-0 thanks to an extra-time goal from Lautaro Martinez.
Mon Jul 15 2024
![Dominant Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title Dominant Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41721026933_tbCarlosAlcaraz.jpg)
Dominant Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz now has four Grand Slam trophies with a perfect record in major finals.
Mon Jul 15 2024