![Malaysia at a crossroads: PRAXIS 2024 to tackle critical challenges Malaysia at a crossroads: PRAXIS 2024 to tackle critical challenges](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/81723440634_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia at a crossroads: PRAXIS 2024 to tackle critical challenges
Malaysia is at a critical juncture as it faces growing challenges from the rise of generative artificial intelligence.
Wed Aug 14 2024
![Wildfire fanned by gales menaces Athens suburbs as residents flee Wildfire fanned by gales menaces Athens suburbs as residents flee](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)
Wildfire fanned by gales menaces Athens suburbs as residents flee
The government calls for help from fellow EU members to tackle the fire that was burning out of control for a second day.
Tue Aug 13 2024
AWANI Tonight: Social media licences will not curb freedom of speech - PM
New social media regulations will not curb freedom of speech in Malaysia but are intended to tackle crime and harmful information online, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Jul 30 2024
![ASEAN seeks to tackle Myanmar crisis, South China Sea tension as ministers meet in Laos ASEAN seeks to tackle Myanmar crisis, South China Sea tension as ministers meet in Laos](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718175643_ASEANflag.jpg)
ASEAN seeks to tackle Myanmar crisis, South China Sea tension as ministers meet in Laos
ASEAN's foreign ministers will discuss efforts to end Myanmar's civil war, which the UN says has displaced 2.6 million people.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Consider This: Social Media Licensing — Protecting Users or Stifling Voices?
In the wake of TikTok influencer Esha's tragic death—linked to online harassment and death threats—the Government is moving to place responsibility on social media and messaging platforms to tackle harmful content through a licensing regime. How do we ensure these new regulations strike the right balance between protection and freedom? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Goh Chee Leong of HELP Education Group, Dr Benjamin Loh of Taylor’s University, and USM’s Dr Ngo Sheau Shi.
Thu Jul 18 2024
![Legislative measures to tackle cyberbullying in focus at Dewan Rakyat today Legislative measures to tackle cyberbullying in focus at Dewan Rakyat today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/51710125896_BangunanParlimen.jpg)
Legislative measures to tackle cyberbullying in focus at Dewan Rakyat today
Also in the spotlight are government's efforts to address the issue of microplastics, which pose a threat to water sources and supplies.
Thu Jul 18 2024
AWANI Review: Transforming Astro: From Legacy Pay TV to Digital, Streaming Champion
Astro is rapidly evolving into a leaner, more efficient model to tackle challenges in the pay TV industry. Group CEO Euan Smith highlights their focus on delivering top-notch content and leveraging technology to discover new revenue streams and win back customers.
Sat Jul 06 2024
![In heated debate, Britain's Sunak, Starmer go head-to-head on the economy In heated debate, Britain's Sunak, Starmer go head-to-head on the economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/71717558024_debateoftheGenera.jpg)
In heated debate, Britain's Sunak, Starmer go head-to-head on the economy
The two leaders battled over how to tackle cost-of-living crisis, growing waiting lists in public health service and reducing immigration.
Wed Jun 05 2024
![[OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda [OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/71614850402_sarawakenergy.jpg)
[OPINION] Malaysia's sustainable energy agenda
Amidst the global urgency to tackle climate change, energy transition has emerged as a critical priority for nations worldwide.
Thu May 30 2024
![S. Korean president announces new ministry to tackle national birth rate crisis S. Korean president announces new ministry to tackle national birth rate crisis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715231424_yoonsukyeol.jpg)
S. Korean president announces new ministry to tackle national birth rate crisis
South Korea has set up a new ministry to address the country's declining birth rate, described as a "national emergency."
Thu May 09 2024
![Countries grapple with who should pay to tackle plastic pollution crisis Countries grapple with who should pay to tackle plastic pollution crisis](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81714472138_plasticbottles.jpg)
Countries grapple with who should pay to tackle plastic pollution crisis
Saudi Arabia and China, among the world's biggest plastics producers, insisted that GEF's traditional donor nations also pay for plastics.
Sat May 04 2024
![Plastic talks end without agreement on curbing production Plastic talks end without agreement on curbing production](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/81645513236_plasticpollution.jpg)
Plastic talks end without agreement on curbing production
Countries wrangled over whether the treaty should address how to tackle the overproduction of plastic.
Tue Apr 30 2024
![Singapore High Court issues a further blocking order for websites illegally streaming Premier League content Singapore High Court issues a further blocking order for websites illegally streaming Premier League content](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-08/61628740230_PremierLeague.jpg)
Singapore High Court issues a further blocking order for websites illegally streaming Premier League content
The Premier League successfully secured the court order as part of its ongoing action to tackle illegal streaming throughout Asia.
Thu Mar 21 2024
![Thai opposition figure will fight 'tooth and nail' for party's survival Thai opposition figure will fight 'tooth and nail' for party's survival](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81709035562_PitaLimjaroenrat.jpg)
Thai opposition figure will fight 'tooth and nail' for party's survival
Move Forward targets issues and institutions long seen as untouchable, with plans to tackle business monopolies, end army conscription.
Tue Feb 27 2024
![Kill switch to be introduced to tackle online scams - Azalina Kill switch to be introduced to tackle online scams - Azalina](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71709011686_TBAzalinaOthman.jpg)
Kill switch to be introduced to tackle online scams - Azalina
Most of the existing laws (related to cyber security and online crime) were drafted before 2010, said Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Tue Feb 27 2024