AWANI Review: From Livelihood - Can Content Creation Be A Real Career?
The creator economy is booming - but is content creation a sustainable career? Where’s the money really going, and how can creators turn engagement into income? Cult Creative CEO Shermaine Wong breaks it down and reveals why brands are betting big on micro-influencers.
Sat Feb 08 2025
[TERKINI] Taklimat media Khazanah Annual Review 2025
Ikuti taklimat media oleh Pengarah Urusan Khazanah, Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir sempena Khazanah Annual Review (KAR) 2025 di Innovation Centre, Mercu UEM.
Wed Feb 05 2025
![Trump administration memo tells USAID to put America First in reviewing foreign aid Trump administration memo tells USAID to put America First in reviewing foreign aid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61737965480_TBUSAID.jpg)
Trump administration memo tells USAID to put "America First" in reviewing foreign aid
The USAID send contractors a notice ordering them to "immediately issue stop-work orders" and to "amend, or suspend existing awards."
Tue Jan 28 2025
![Targeted toll exemption for festive seasons under review - PM Targeted toll exemption for festive seasons under review - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-03/41551764441_PlazaTol.jpg)
Targeted toll exemption for festive seasons under review - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says similar to previous subsidy adjustments, toll exemptions should only be provided to the B40 and M40 groups.
Thu Jan 23 2025
![Malaysia seeks gag order on talk of jailed ex-PM's bid to reveal royal document Malaysia seeks gag order on talk of jailed ex-PM's bid to reveal royal document](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736747113_NajibRazak.jpg)
Malaysia seeks gag order on talk of jailed ex-PM's bid to reveal royal document
The AG seeks gag order to ban public discussion on Najib's judicial review claim of serving prison sentence under house arrest.
Tue Jan 21 2025
AWANI Review: Where Can Malaysia Lead in the AI Race?
To play big in the global AI race, Malaysia needs to step up - from consumer to producer. The big questions: Where can we truly make our mark in the AI supply chain? And do we have the talent to back it up? Sam Majid, head of the National AI Office, takes on the daunting task of turning bold ambitions into a reality.
Sat Jan 18 2025
![2024 was the hottest year on record, scientists say 2024 was the hottest year on record, scientists say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/51723461929_WildfireVarnavas.jpg)
2024 was the hottest year on record, scientists say
The World Meteorological Organisation confirms the 1.5C breach, after reviewing data from US, UK, Japan and EU scientists.
Tue Jan 14 2025
![Govt to seek gag order in Najib’s judicial review over additional document claim Govt to seek gag order in Najib’s judicial review over additional document claim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81736747113_NajibRazak.jpg)
Govt to seek gag order in Najib’s judicial review over additional document claim
Federal Counsel Shamsul Bolhassan states that the application was made due to the sensitive nature of the case.
Mon Jan 13 2025
![The Biden administration succeeds in temporarily blocking a plea deal for accused 9/11 mastermind The Biden administration succeeds in temporarily blocking a plea deal for accused 9/11 mastermind](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61736504125_TBBIDEN.jpg)
The Biden administration succeeds in temporarily blocking a plea deal for accused 9/11 mastermind
The appeals panel says its order is temporary while arguments are reviewed and should not be seen as a final ruling.
Fri Jan 10 2025
![IRB introducing new Monthly Tax Deduction system, e-PCB IRB introducing new Monthly Tax Deduction system, e-PCB](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/51697188183_LHDN.jpg)
IRB introducing new Monthly Tax Deduction system, e-PCB
IRB says the existing PCB system will only be opened for display purposes to enable employers to review previous PCB information or records.
Wed Jan 08 2025
AWANI Review: Mesolitica: How Malaysia’s First LLM is Boosting Local AI Adoption
Local startup Mesolitica is shaping AI to meet the unique needs of a multilingual, multicultural Malaysia. Khalil Nooh, co-founder, shares how the company is leading the way in developing the country’s first Large Language Model, capable of capturing 16 local dialects.
Sat Jan 04 2025
![12MP initiatives must be reviewed to identify service shortcomings - Ahmad Zahid 12MP initiatives must be reviewed to identify service shortcomings - Ahmad Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/61735799043_ZahidHamidi.jpg)
12MP initiatives must be reviewed to identify service shortcomings - Ahmad Zahid
Initiatives under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) must undergo a comprehensive review to evaluate achievements, address shortcomings, and enhance services for rural communities,
Thu Jan 02 2025
AWANI Tonight: Jeju Air crash: South Korea orders air safety probe
South Korea has ordered a nationwide emergency review of its airline operation system after the devastating Jeju Air crash that claimed 175 lives.
Mon Dec 30 2024
![Court rejects Syed Saddiq's bid for judicial review of allocations for Muar Court rejects Syed Saddiq's bid for judicial review of allocations for Muar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/41727946629_SyedSaddiq.jpg)
Court rejects Syed Saddiq's bid for judicial review of allocations for Muar
Judge Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh said that the application was made out of time, and he has no jurisdiction to determine the matter.
Tue Dec 24 2024
AWANI Review: CGS International: Carving a Niche in Financial Services
With its rebranding, CGS International is moving beyond traditional brokerage services. As Deputy CEO Khairi Shahrin explains, there’s no value in chasing bottom-feeding fees - CGS is diving into niche markets where others aren't looking. He discusses the company’s strategy for growth, leveraging its China connection, and key trends shaping 2025.
Sat Dec 21 2024