![Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81722340937_unbanked.jpg)
Why financial inclusion is the key to a thriving digital economy
1.4 billion people lack access to financial resources, highlighting a significant gap in financial inclusion in developing economies.
Sat Aug 03 2024
![SUHAKAM against death sentences in Zulfarhan case SUHAKAM against death sentences in Zulfarhan case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/51670516991_suhakam.jpg)
SUHAKAM against death sentences in Zulfarhan case
SUHAKAM believes that the death penalty is not a just or effective solution.
Thu Jul 25 2024
![France struggles with its hijab rules for Olympics opening ceremony France struggles with its hijab rules for Olympics opening ceremony](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71721878560_WorldAthleticsCham.jpg)
France struggles with its hijab rules for Olympics opening ceremony
French government and Olympics officials are seeking a creative solution to allow Sounkamba Sylla to wear her hijab at the opening ceremony.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 1) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to independent animal rescuer Shima Aris.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 2) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Christine Chin, Chairperson of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Selangor.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Animal Abuse (Part 3) — Legal & Social Solutions
Despite the Animal Welfare Act, cases of cruelty to animals persist— raising questions about the effectiveness of current laws and enforcement. What changes are necessary to plug the gaps in taking action against those who perpetrate cruelty to animals? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to animal rights lawyer Rajesh Nagarajan.
Wed Jul 24 2024
![World leaders, experts praise Beijing declaration by Palestinian factions, commend China's role World leaders, experts praise Beijing declaration by Palestinian factions, commend China's role](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721811876_TBStephaneDujarric.jpg)
World leaders, experts praise Beijing declaration by Palestinian factions, commend China's role
Hamas views the Beijing Declaration on Palestinian Unity as a positive step and the best national solution post-conflict.
Wed Jul 24 2024
![BMI forecasts positive consumer spending growth in Malaysia BMI forecasts positive consumer spending growth in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71708326125_Pavilion.jpg)
BMI forecasts positive consumer spending growth in Malaysia
BMI expects household spending growth to improve over 2023, driven by sustained economic expansion and normalizing consumption levels.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/51669556500_Leelamthye.jpg)
Take multi-pronged approach to fight cyberbullying - Lee Lam Thye
A multi-pronged approach is needed to address cyberbullying and this includes introducing comprehensive anti-cyberbullying laws.
Fri Jul 12 2024
Consider This: Sustaining Sustainability - A Conversation With Professor Jeffrey Sachs
With the progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) severely stalled, what needs to be done to ensure the world is back on track? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Hafiz Marzukhi speaks to Prof Jeffrey Sachs, President, United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (UN-SDSN) about how education can contribute to reversing these trends.
Wed Jul 10 2024
![US keeps pause on one bomb shipment to Israel while it is under review US keeps pause on one bomb shipment to Israel while it is under review](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41719453945_YoavGallantjpg.jpg)
US keeps pause on one bomb shipment to Israel while it is under review
Yoav Gallant warns that Israel could take Lebanon "back to the Stone Age" in war with Hezbollah but prefers the US-led diplomatic solution.
Thu Jun 27 2024
![Perbelanjaan kesihatan Malaysia 2023-2028 diunjur meningkat pada CAGR 8.3 peratus - BMI Perbelanjaan kesihatan Malaysia 2023-2028 diunjur meningkat pada CAGR 8.3 peratus - BMI](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718726714_TBHOSPITALROOM.jpg)
Perbelanjaan kesihatan Malaysia 2023-2028 diunjur meningkat pada CAGR 8.3 peratus - BMI
Unjuran positif itu disokong oleh peningkatan dua angka dalam belanjawan penjagaan kesihatan kerajaan pada 2023 dan 2024.
Tue Jun 18 2024
![Displaced Ukrainians make remote-controlled stretchers in family workshop Displaced Ukrainians make remote-controlled stretchers in family workshop](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71717751059_DmytroMamonov.jpg)
Displaced Ukrainians make remote-controlled stretchers in family workshop
As Russia's invasion grinds on and Kyiv seeks more innovative battlefield solutions.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![EXPLAINER - What is the two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict? EXPLAINER - What is the two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81717149476_Israelistrike.jpg)
EXPLAINER - What is the two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict?
Obstacles have long impeded the two-state solution, which envisages Israeli and Palestinian states alongside each other.
Sat Jun 01 2024
AWANI Review: AI-Driven Future: Insights from Amazon’s CTO
As Amazon's CTO, Dr Werner Vogels has a front row seat to how technology is reshaping the world. For him, AI isn't about flashy advances, it's about solving real-world problems. He highlights Malaysia's potential to effectively use AI for practical solutions
Sat May 11 2024