AWANI Tonight: Lego to swap oil-based bricks with pricier renewable plastic

- Malaysia to receive Mpox vaccine through ASEAN fund
- Paris 2024: Malaysia wins first paralympic bronze in 100m race

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Malaysia won its first medal at the Paris Paralympics after sprinter Eddy Bernard claimed bronze in the men’s 100m final, setting a new Asian record.

For Sabah Day, Duncan Cheng of Sabah Entitlement and Equity Now shares what Sabahan youth want for their region and the importance of preserving Sabah's heritage.

#AWANITonight with @sarayamia

1. Sinkhole: No need to declare area unsafe, disaster zone - IGP
2. Govt rules out bringing back GST to offset RON95 subsidy cut

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Following the recent sinkholes in Jalan Masjid India, Dr Camelia Kusumo from Taylor’s University highlights the need for Malaysia to reassess its urban planning strategies to enhance resilience and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Malaysia’s Musang King durians are being sold for RM350 each in China, with all durians selling out within hours, according to Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.

#AWANITonight with @fayekwan_

1. Airlines to refund passengers for delays 5 hours or more
2. How will a potential US Fed rate cuts affect the Ringgit?

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Beginning September 2nd, airlines will be required to fully refund passengers for flights delayed by five hours or more, following amendments to Malaysian Aviation Consumer Protection Code 2016.

In a move towards sustainability, toymaker Lego is on track to phase out fossil fuels in the production of its iconic bricks, aiming to replace the traditional oil-based plastic with renewable and recycled materials.

Bank Muamalat Malaysia's Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid shares his insights about the impacts of the potential Federal Reserve rate cuts on the Malaysian Ringgit.

#AWANITonight with @cynthiaAWANI

1. Govt firm on licensing for social media platforms despite pushback
2. Pet care sector booms, but costs soar

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The government has no plans to delay the requirement for social media platforms to obtain a license to operate in the country, says Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

Australia will introduce a cap on the number of new international students it accepts as part of efforts to reduce overall migration to pre-pandemic levels.

IDEAS Malaysia's Doris Liew weighs in on how pet owners can manage the soaring costs of pet care and veterinary services in the country.

#AWANITonight with @_farhanasheikh

1. Corruption: Home Ministry to rotate jobs within agencies
2. ⁠U.S. Fed expected to cut rates in September


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