Consider This: Bornean Elephants (Part 2) — Endangered and Displaced
The Bornean elephant has recently been classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species. What needs to be done now to ensure the survival of Borneo’s elephant population? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Primus Lambut, Head of the Tawau Wildlife Department and species manager in charge of elephants.
Mon Jul 15 2024
Consider This: Bornean Elephants (Part 1) — Endangered and Displaced
The Bornean elephant has recently been classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species. What needs to be done now to ensure the survival of Borneo’s elephant population? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to conservation biologist Dr Nurzhafarina Othman, Senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. She’s an expert on the Bornean Elephant, and also the founder of Project Seratu Aatai, which is a collective in Sabah that aims to promote coexistence between elephants and humans through research and education.
Mon Jul 15 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
AWANI Tonight: Moving away from single-use plastics, towards a just transition
In efforts to shift away from single-use plastics, Greenpeace’s Hema Mahadevan says measures must be taken to ensure a just transition for workers in the sector.
Thu Jul 04 2024
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Parents should choose registered nursery to ensure children's safety
Parents are advised to choose a registered nursery to ensure the safety and well-being of their children.
Tue Jun 25 2024
![BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718256733_diesel.jpg)
BUDI MADANI proves govt not washing its hands of people's lives
The govt introduced the BUDI MADANI initiative to ensure subsidy allocations target eligible groups and reduce the burden on those in need.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![World falls behind on energy SDG - UN report World falls behind on energy SDG - UN report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/61619614912_renewableenergy.jpg)
World falls behind on energy SDG - UN report
The world is not on track to meet Sustainable Development Goal 7, designed to ensure access to affordable, reliable energy for all
Thu Jun 13 2024
![‘No Hajj without a permit’ campaign to ensure safety, comfort of pilgrims - Al-Sudais ‘No Hajj without a permit’ campaign to ensure safety, comfort of pilgrims - Al-Sudais](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71718085859_tbAlSudaisHaji.jpg)
‘No Hajj without a permit’ campaign to ensure safety, comfort of pilgrims - Al-Sudais
Those who do not have a permit risk committing a sin and engaging in forbidden acts by violating syariah, the report stated.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![Hamas official urges US to pressure Israel to end Gaza war Hamas official urges US to pressure Israel to end Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81716456935_Palestinians.jpg)
Hamas official urges US to pressure Israel to end Gaza war
Antony Blinken is set to visit Egypt and Israel and also aims to ensure that the war does not expand into Lebanon.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Consider This: Mental Health (Part 2) — One Million Malaysians Battling Depression
According to the most recent National Health and Morbidity Survey, one million individuals aged 15 and above in Malaysia are suffering from depression, with half of them harbouring thoughts of self-harm or thinking they were “better off dead”. Equally concerning is that the data also reveals that mental health problems among children have more than doubled since 2019, now affecting one in six children. How can we translate this data into effective national policies that go beyond addressing awareness and stigma, to ensure robust institutional support and comprehensive care for mental health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Farihin Ufiya, Director of the non-profit Mental Health Aid Association (Nyawa). It is a Strategic Partner to the Ministry of Health.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Consider This: Mental Health (Part 1) — Translating Data into Policy Pathways Forward
According to the most recent National Health and Morbidity Survey, one million individuals aged 15 and above in Malaysia are suffering from depression, with half of them harbouring thoughts of self-harm or thinking they were “better off dead”. Equally concerning is that the data also reveals that mental health problems among children have more than doubled since 2019, now affecting one in six children. How can we translate this data into effective national policies that go beyond addressing awareness and stigma, to ensure robust institutional support and comprehensive care for mental health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Associate Professor Dr Amer Siddiq Amer Nordin, Consultant Psychiatrist at Universiti Malaya.
Tue Jun 04 2024
![Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716952170_MalaysianImmigratio.jpg)
Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau
Immigration Department advises all foreign nationals to ensure they have valid travel documents or work permits before entering Sabah.
Wed May 29 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The future economy: Reinventing Malaysian educational system [COLUMNIST] The future economy: Reinventing Malaysian educational system](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/41651652687_TBDigitalEconomy.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The future economy: Reinventing Malaysian educational system
We need to build our own, sovereign, technology layer in Malaysia to ensure that its power is geared toward our nation's benefits.
Mon May 27 2024
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Cabinet ministers, govt HODs told to submit names of villages to be represented - PM
This is a new idea and approach to ensure that long-standing problems in rural areas can be addressed systematically and effectively.
Mon May 06 2024
![SPAN has zero tolerance on issues involving corruption, governance SPAN has zero tolerance on issues involving corruption, governance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51705450495_TBSPAN.jpg)
SPAN has zero tolerance on issues involving corruption, governance
SPAN said will also fully cooperate with the MACC to ensure Malaysia's water service industry is free from corruption and misconduct.
Fri May 03 2024