![[COLUMNIST] Time to UN-Seat US on the UN Security Council [COLUMNIST] Time to UN-Seat US on the UN Security Council](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51728873693_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Time to UN-Seat US on the UN Security Council
Why not withdraw from the most powerful international forum of all - the United Nations Security Council?
Fri Feb 14 2025
![Syria's Sharaa declared president for transition, consolidating his power Syria's Sharaa declared president for transition, consolidating his power](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81738187850_AhmedalSharaa.jpg)
Syria's Sharaa declared president for transition, consolidating his power
Sharaa was also empowered to form a temporary legislative council for a transitional period and the Syrian constitution was suspended.
Thu Jan 30 2025
![MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51737713845_TBMITRA.jpg)
MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme
Participants would also receive training in soft skills such as professional etiquette and resume writing, says P. Prabakaran.
Fri Jan 24 2025
![At UN, Panama reminds Trump he should not be threatening force At UN, Panama reminds Trump he should not be threatening force](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61693035864_PanamaCanal.jpg)
At UN, Panama reminds Trump he should not be threatening force
Panama is a member of the council, which is charged with maintaining international peace and security, for 2025-26.
Wed Jan 22 2025
![Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736844842_TBPOLLUTEDBEACH.jpg)
Sydney closes nine beaches due to mysterious ball-shaped debris
Most of the samples of the ball-shaped debris were the size of marbles, with some larger, says Northern Beaches Council.
Tue Jan 14 2025
![Iran lifts access restrictions on Whatsapp, Google Play Iran lifts access restrictions on Whatsapp, Google Play](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51735096412_googlelogo.jpg)
Iran lifts access restrictions on Whatsapp, Google Play
Iran's Supreme Council of Cyberspace has agreed to lift restrictions on popular platforms, including WhatsApp and Google Play.
Wed Dec 25 2024
![Selangor exco apologises over incident involving singer, local council officers Selangor exco apologises over incident involving singer, local council officers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733727488_tbNgSueeLim.jpg)
Selangor exco apologises over incident involving singer, local council officers
Datuk Ng Suee Lim apologises after a female singer alleged she was filmed by PBT officers during a massage at a beauty centre operation.
Mon Dec 09 2024
![Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/71711635237_TBsultanselangor.jpg)
Sultan Sharafuddin wants JAIS to ensure all preachers invited to Selangor accredited by MAIS
JAIS has been instructed to ensure that all Islamic preachers invited to the state, especially to talk on matters related to aqidah, syariah, sufism and the practice of fariqa.
Mon Nov 25 2024
![US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-08/71722468896_RobertWood.jpg)
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
US calls for an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire" in the 13-month conflict and separately demand the release of hostages.
Wed Nov 20 2024
![Selangor develops special rehabilitation modules for GISB victims Selangor develops special rehabilitation modules for GISB victims](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/51730880414_GISBNafi.jpg)
Selangor develops special rehabilitation modules for GISB victims
The Selangor Islamic Religious Council, in collaboration with the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia and the Selangor Islamic Religious Department, is working to rehabilitate members of GISB.
Mon Nov 18 2024
![New leader takes helm in Haiti pledging to stem spiraling violence New leader takes helm in Haiti pledging to stem spiraling violence](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/41731385917_tbAlixDidier.jpg)
New leader takes helm in Haiti pledging to stem spiraling violence
Alix Didier Fils-Aime was appointed by Haiti's transitional council to succeed Garry Conille, who only lasted in the role six months.
Tue Nov 12 2024
![Cabinet did not discuss Professors Council issues - Fahmi Cabinet did not discuss Professors Council issues - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/41731059927_FahmiFadzil.jpg)
Cabinet did not discuss Professors Council issues - Fahmi
"No decision has been made regarding the issues yet."
Fri Nov 08 2024
![Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/71730547447_media.jpg)
Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations
The establishment of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) as an independent self-regulatory body involving various industry parties needs to be implemented immediately without further delay.
Sat Nov 02 2024
![Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as new leader, Israel says he won't last long Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as new leader, Israel says he won't last long](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81727699991_SheikhNaimQassem.jpg)
Hezbollah names Naim Qassem as new leader, Israel says he won't last long
Shura Council elected Naim Qassem, in accordance with its established mechanism for choosing a secretary general, says Hezbollah.
Wed Oct 30 2024
![Volkswagen plans major layoffs, to shut at least three German plants, works council head says Volkswagen plans major layoffs, to shut at least three German plants, works council head says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81730111797_volkswagen.jpg)
Volkswagen plans major layoffs, to shut at least three German plants, works council head says
Europe's biggest carmaker has been negotiating for weeks with unions over its plans to overhaul its business and lower costs.
Mon Oct 28 2024
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025