AWANI Tonight: Unhealthy eating... but not by choice
Lower-income Malaysians are being increasingly drawn to unhealthy food choices, according to a study by the Khazanah Research Institute. Astro AWANI delves into the state of Malaysia's food environment and explores ways to address nutritional inequality.
Wed Jul 03 2024
![Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/51703321425_TBDZULKEFLYAHMAD.jpg)
Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly
Health Minister says any allegation that 24-hour restaurants are the main cause of obesity in Malaysia must be proven empirically.
Wed Apr 24 2024
![Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81711331502_TBsabahjpg.jpg)
Two areas in Sabah record unhealthy API readings
According to the State Fire and Rescue Department Operations Centre, a fire broke out at the Kayu Madang landfill.
Mon Mar 25 2024
![Smog clouds the sustainability of Asian cities Smog clouds the sustainability of Asian cities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-12/61608701128_airpollutionindia.jpg)
Smog clouds the sustainability of Asian cities
Asian cities are increasingly falling victim to unhealthy air quality levels and this does not bode well for long-term sustainability.
Sun Jan 14 2024
![Air quality remains unhealthy in Klang Air quality remains unhealthy in Klang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/81697711756_jerebu.jpg)
Air quality remains unhealthy in Klang
The API data is released every hour, based on the readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations nationwide.
Thu Oct 19 2023
![Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 5pm Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 5pm](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/51697625144_TBJerebuKL.jpg)
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 5pm
Eight areas in Peninsular Malaysia recorded unhealthy API readings, with Klang in Selangor recording the highest reading of 159.
Wed Oct 18 2023
![Batu Pahat and Alor Gajah record unhealthy air Batu Pahat and Alor Gajah record unhealthy air](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41697169595_jerebu.jpg)
Batu Pahat and Alor Gajah record unhealthy air
The API data is issued hourly based on readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations located throughout the country.
Fri Oct 13 2023
![Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41696829000_KualaLumpur.jpg)
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am
Eight areas recorded Air Pollutant Index readings at unhealthy levels, with Cheras registering the highest reading of 157.
Mon Oct 09 2023
![Southeast Asian ministers commit to eventual elimination of crop burning Southeast Asian ministers commit to eventual elimination of crop burning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/51696469089_HAZE.jpg)
Southeast Asian ministers commit to eventual elimination of crop burning
The pledge comes as air quality hit unhealthy levels in several parts of Malaysia and after weeks of elevated pollution in Indonesia.
Fri Oct 06 2023
![Malaysia prepares to make rain, close schools as haze worsens Malaysia prepares to make rain, close schools as haze worsens](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/41696307551_TBJerebuKL.jpg)
Malaysia prepares to make rain, close schools as haze worsens
Malaysia's air quality was deteriorating with 11 areas recording unhealthy API readings, said Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar.
Tue Oct 03 2023
![16 areas in nine states record unhealthy API readings 16 areas in nine states record unhealthy API readings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61696213517_jerebu.jpg)
16 areas in nine states record unhealthy API readings
Based on the Malaysian API Management System website, Cheras in the federal capital recorded the highest API at 164.
Mon Oct 02 2023
![73pct of Malaysians die from NCD due to unhealthy lifestyles - Lukanisman 73pct of Malaysians die from NCD due to unhealthy lifestyles - Lukanisman](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-06/81622970829_Sleepy.jpg)
73pct of Malaysians die from NCD due to unhealthy lifestyles - Lukanisman
Lukanisman Awang Sauni said nearly half of the Malaysian population is unaware that they have an NCD.
Fri Sep 08 2023
![Refrain from discussing position of Malay Rulers in unhealthy political discourse - PM Refrain from discussing position of Malay Rulers in unhealthy political discourse - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/41689479757_AmanahIkhtiarMalay.jpg)
Refrain from discussing position of Malay Rulers in unhealthy political discourse - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the monarchy institution should be protected and respected by all.
Tue Jul 18 2023
![Smog blankets Bangkok and 42 provinces as air pollution hit unhealthy level Smog blankets Bangkok and 42 provinces as air pollution hit unhealthy level](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/81675437638_airpollution.jpg)
Smog blankets Bangkok and 42 provinces as air pollution hit unhealthy level
Smog blankets Bangkok and 42 provinces in Thailand as PM2.5 particles had exceeded the safe level of 50 microgrammes per cubic metre (ug/m3) on Friday.
Sat Feb 04 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Way towards a healthier society [COLUMNIST] Way towards a healthier society](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/61661230981_SUPERMARKET.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Way towards a healthier society
Labelling which informs and warns are equally necessary, after all "prevention is better than cure".
Tue Aug 23 2022