Consider This: Myanmar — 4 Years After The Coup
Four years ago, on February 1st, 2021, Myanmar’s military staged a coup, overturning a democratically elected government. Today the country remains in turmoil but resistance forces have since gained ground, while the military junta faces declining control. Will 2025 mark a turning point for Myanmar? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Debbie Stothard, founder of the democracy advocacy group, Alternative ASEAN Network on Burma.
Mon Feb 03 2025
AWANI Tonight: President Donald Trump pardons Jan 6 capitol rioters
Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders shortly after being sworn in as the 47th U.S. President, including pardons for nearly 1,600 individuals linked to the 2021 Capitol riots.
Tue Jan 21 2025
![Only 1.6 pct approved investments have not been implemented between 2021 and March 2024 - Zafrul Only 1.6 pct approved investments have not been implemented between 2021 and March 2024 - Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721037960_tbTengkuZafrul.jpg)
Only 1.6 pct approved investments have not been implemented between 2021 and March 2024 - Zafrul
It means that once an investment is approved, it's as good as done - it is just waiting to be implemented, says Tengku Zafrul.
Wed Dec 18 2024
![PM plants Malaysia's 100 millionth tree PM plants Malaysia's 100 millionth tree](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/81733801447_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM plants Malaysia's 100 millionth tree
The event symbolises the achievement of the 100 Million Trees Planting Campaign 20212025.
Tue Dec 10 2024
![Zii Jia secures spot in BWF World Tour Finals Zii Jia secures spot in BWF World Tour Finals](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728522439_tbLeeZiiJia.jpg)
Zii Jia secures spot in BWF World Tour Finals
This will be Lee Zii Jia's third appearance at the season-ending tournament, following the 2020 and 2021 editions.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 2) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair
As Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Thomas Daniel, senior fellow in the Foreign Policy and Security Studies programme at ISIS Malaysia.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Consider This: Myanmar Crisis (Part 1) — Malaysia’s Leadership Testing as ASEAN Chair
s Malaysia takes over the chair of ASEAN in 2025, the region faces a critical test: the deepening crisis in Myanmar. Despite the 5-Point Consensus agreed upon by ASEAN leaders in 2021, little progress has been made in resolving the ongoing violence and humanitarian disaster gripping the country. Can Malaysia’s chairmanship reshape ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar and bring about real change? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Lilianne Fan, who is part of the Malaysian Advisory Group on Myanmar. She’s also the Co-Founder and International Director of the regional humanitarian organisation Geutanyoe Foundation.
Tue Oct 15 2024
![Malaysia ranked 33rd place out of 133 countries in Global Innovation Index Malaysia ranked 33rd place out of 133 countries in Global Innovation Index](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/61726068026_ChangLihKang.jpg)
Malaysia ranked 33rd place out of 133 countries in Global Innovation Index
Chang Lih Kang says it is an encouraging improvement after being ranked 36th for three years, from 2021 to 2023.
Mon Sep 30 2024
![As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/81606086919_GermanChancellorAn.jpg)
As Merkel turns 70, most Germans sense decline since her 2021 exit
A majority of Germans believe that conditions in their country worsened since former conservative chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure ended.
Tue Jul 16 2024
![Russian scientists conduct autopsy on 44,000-year-old permafrost wolf carcass Russian scientists conduct autopsy on 44,000-year-old permafrost wolf carcass](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/71720176122_wolfcarcassRussi.jpg)
Russian scientists conduct autopsy on 44,000-year-old permafrost wolf carcass
Found by chance by locals in Yakutia's Abyyskiy district in 2021, the wolf's body is only now being properly examined by scientists.
Fri Jul 05 2024
![Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights 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)
Durian exports, zero hardcore poverty issues among highlights at Dewan Rakyat today
After the session, Dewan Rakyat will continue with debate on Annual Reports and Financial Statements of Suhakam for the Years 2021 and 2022.
Mon Jul 01 2024
![Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023 Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81718102024_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Malaysia approved RM114.7 bln investments in data centres, cloud services from 2021 to 2023
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said these investments have created 2,325 high-value new jobs in specialised fields.
Tue Jun 11 2024
![Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41716548444_TBRamliMohamedYoosu.jpg)
Senior citizens lost over half a billion ringgit to online fraud from 2021 to 2023 - Police
Police said this involved 6.4 pct of the 86,266 online scam victims recorded during the period, with overall losses amounting to RM2.7 bln.
Mon May 27 2024
![Malaysia on a warpath to best digital piracy Malaysia on a warpath to best digital piracy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41711299024_TBRAMPASANDROIDBOX.jpg)
Malaysia on a warpath to best digital piracy
On December 22, 2021, Malaysia amended its Copyright Law, adding Section 43AA which makes it illegal to commit or assist in copyright infringement using streaming technology.
Sun Mar 24 2024
![Haiti PM Henry's road to resignation Haiti PM Henry's road to resignation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/61710227043_TBArielHenryjpg.jpg)
Haiti PM Henry's road to resignation
An uneasy quiet hung over Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince after the resignation of PM Ariel Henry, a neurosurgeon who came to power in 2021.
Thu Mar 14 2024
![226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report 226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738920509_GreatOmariMosque.jpg)
226 archaeological sites damaged in Gaza during Israel aggression: Report
The Palestinian Tourism and Antiquities Ministry on Wednesday announced that 226 archaeological sites in the Gaza Strip have been damaged as
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738903584_TBsurgeon.jpg)
Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life
Even if the deceased was a registered organ donor pledger, we still require the family's consent, says Dr Mohd Syafiq Ismail Azman.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Is this 2025, or 1965? Grammy wins for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones keep the rock canon in the past Is this 2025, or 1965? Grammy wins for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones keep the rock canon in the past](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738656949_SeanOnoLennon.jpg)
Is this 2025, or 1965? Grammy wins for the Beatles and the Rolling Stones keep the rock canon in the past
The Beatles' AI-assisted track, finished by remaining members, earned Recording Academy recognition 55 years after the band split.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![How can you help your child make friends? How can you help your child make friends?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/51685797394_Taska.jpg)
How can you help your child make friends?
Having lasting, meaningful friendships is extremely important for children's health, development and wellbeing.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738556758_Kibatimarket.jpg)
Congo's displaced fear violence, rape if they return home
Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced by the surge in hostilities since the start of the year.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work? As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737764748_tbInternationalCrim.jpg)
As Trump imposes sanctions, how does the International Criminal Court work?
Trump authorises sanctions on those investigating the US or its allies at the ICC, repeating his first-term action.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81729245486_TBCYBERSECURITYB.jpg)
Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism
AI can automatically filter extremist content on social media and detect suspicious communications across various digital platforms.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721223722_stomachache.jpg)
Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care
Stomach and oesophageal cancers remind us of the importance of proactive care in managing our digestive health and well-being.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025