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[COLUMNIST] Reforming prisons to undermine extremism: The missing link in MyPCVE

[COLUMNIST] Reforming prisons to undermine extremism: The missing link in MyPCVE

MyPCVE must include prison reforms to counter radicalisation and address subhuman conditions in Malaysian prisons.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Consider This: Prison Reform - Reintegration Through Employment

Consider This: Prison Reform - Reintegration Through Employment

As Malaysia continues to grapple with the complexities of criminal justice reform, the integration of parolees and former inmates into the workforce remains a critical issue. Is the path from prison to gainful employment paved with enough support or are there gaps that need urgent addressing? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Kausalya Devi Sathoo, Former Deputy Commissioner of the Prisons Department and Dr Mohammad Rahim Kamaluddin, criminologist at UKM’s Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Wed Jul 03 2024
[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons

[COLUMNIST] A call to humanise our prisons

Adopting a humane approach is key to Malaysia's prison reforms.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Prisons Dept implements nationwide reforms to reduce overcrowding

Prisons Dept implements nationwide reforms to reduce overcrowding

There will also be a focus on rehabilitation programmes in the community which currently involves a total of 82,487 prisoners.
Fri Feb 03 2023
Abolishing mandatory death penalty is the first step, but what else must be done?

Abolishing mandatory death penalty is the first step, but what else must be done?

The Cabinet has agreed to abolish the mandatory death penalty, but rights groups remain wary over its actual implementation.
Mon Jun 20 2022
Prison Reform: Release of only 500 of 11,000 eligible non-violent criminals not sufficient - Nurul Izzah

Prison Reform: Release of only 500 of 11,000 eligible non-violent criminals not sufficient - Nurul Izzah

Nurul Izzah said the prisons are overcrowded and what is more concerning is they are taking in more people found flouting MCO orders.
Sat Feb 13 2021
Federal Court throws out lawyer's appeal for RCI in prison reform

Federal Court throws out lawyer's appeal for RCI in prison reform

The Federal Court has thrown out an appeal brought by lawyer P. Uthayakumar over his legal bid for the formation of a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to look into prison reform in Malaysia.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Wedding content creation the big thing now for newlyleds

Wedding content creation the big thing now for newlyleds

A wedding content creator's success does not rely solely in tech but in capturing emotions and bringing a couples love story to life.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Will Western companies return to Russia?

Will Western companies return to Russia?

Easing restrictions could let some companies return to what was once a high-growth market under Trump's administration.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Chatbots pose challenge to guarding child mental health

Chatbots pose challenge to guarding child mental health

Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness and improve users' social experiences in a safe space.
Sat Feb 22 2025
With blitz of policies, Trump goes beyond Project 2025's goals

With blitz of policies, Trump goes beyond Project 2025's goals

Trump denies ties to Project 2025 but continues reshaping policies through executive power.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Almost half of chronic kidney patients in Malaysia lost their jobs - study

Almost half of chronic kidney patients in Malaysia lost their jobs - study

The study raises concerns about the future of chronic kidney patients, especially those who rely on long-term dialysis treatment.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Beware of scam tactics using AI

Beware of scam tactics using AI

The drastic development of AI technology is being taken advantage of by scammers to reap huge profits by using various latest tactics.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Fired and rehired - the dizzying confusion of Trump's government overhaul

Fired and rehired - the dizzying confusion of Trump's government overhaul

They have adopted a blunt force approach toward the wholesale firing of workers, often focusing on workers who are easier to fire.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Arab states scramble to counter Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' plan

Arab states scramble to counter Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' plan

Arab states trying to devise an alternative plan have yet to tackle critical issues like who will foot the bill for Gaza's reconstruction.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Chinese universities launch DeepSeek courses to capitalise on AI boom

Chinese universities launch DeepSeek courses to capitalise on AI boom

Universities across China have launched artificial intelligence courses this month based on Chinese AI startup DeepSeek.
Sat Feb 22 2025
Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere

Astronomers reveal 3D structure of an alien planet's atmosphere

Astronomers find three layers on a scorching gas planet orbiting a star larger and hotter than the sun.
Fri Feb 21 2025