Women constitute 52% of tertiary education graduates yet face gender equality challenges in the workplace, an SDG 2030 goal
Caregiving and household burdens cited as main barriers, anxiety and depression prevalent.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Jalan Masjid India area safe - Mayor
Datuk Seri Dr. Maimunah Mohd Sharif said only a 200-meter path from Wisma Yakin to the police hut is currently closed with barriers.
Fri Sep 06 2024
[COLUMNIST] Beyond the screen: Exploring the dark side of Internet Addiction among youths
We must find methods to alleviate the obstacles and barriers associated with managing Malaysia's digital ecosystem.
Mon May 20 2024
Malaysia should grab chance to advance reforms in clinical research - PM Anwar
Malaysia should seize opportunities, endeavour to advance reforms and remove barriers to clinical research, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Thu May 09 2024
London's Pointe Black ballet school aims to break racial barriers
The iconic image of a ballet dancer remains light-skinned, even though the artform has expanded globally.
Sun Oct 29 2023
Malaysia calls for regional integration to reduce social disparities, trade barriers
Malaysia is calling for regional integration to reduce social disparities and trade barriers among Asian countries.
Tue Oct 24 2023
AWANI Review: Breaking Barriers | Confronting Unspoken Bias
There are many unspoken stereotypes that make it harder for women to succeed in the workplace. Azielia Anne and Malisse Tan shine a spotlight on the unique challenges women face in their careers and discuss breaking down gender biases.
Sat Sep 30 2023
Philippines to remove barrier placed by China in South China Sea - national security advisor
National security advisor Eduardo Ano condemned the installation of floating barriers by the Chinese coast guard, saying it violated the traditional fishing rights of Philippines' fishermen.
Mon Sep 25 2023
Coffee firms won't be ready to comply with EU deforestation law - report
Malaysia has said the law is a "deliberate effort" to increase costs and barriers for its palm oil sector - a key source of export revenue.
Thu Sep 14 2023
It's About YOUth: PWD: Dismantling barriers with inclusive policies
With a significant portion of Malaysians living with some form of disability, there is an urgent need to address issues of inclusivity and accessibility faced by them. Dr Mastura Mahamed from Gabungan Anak-Anak Palsi Serebrum (GAPS) and Faiz Shuhaimi from Majlis Belia OKU Malaysia discuss comprehensive reforms to better empower Person with Disabilities (PWDs).
Fri Aug 18 2023
US sues Texas over floating border barriers
Texas authorities began installing the string of buoys in the middle of the river, part of an initiative to deter migrants.
Tue Jul 25 2023
Driver detained after truck crashes into barriers near White House
There were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel and the cause and manner of the crash remain under investigation.
Tue May 23 2023
Breaking barriers for women in STEM at the Women in STEM Forum 2023
The forum celebrated women's achievements and reflected on the progress towards gender equality in STEM.
Wed Mar 29 2023
As COVID-hit China reopens to the world, countries put up travel barriers
With China days away from dropping border controls, countries are lining up to impose curbs on travellers from China to contain its raging COVID-19 outbreak.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Melaka TNB takes steps to control flooding at substations
Khairizam said among the substations involved are those in Taman Merdeka and Sungai Putat, which are often hit by flash floods.
Wed Nov 30 2022
'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threat
Donald Trump says he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.
Tue Nov 26 2024
What has caused Pakistan's deadly clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan?
Topping the demands of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party is the release of all its leaders, including Khan, who has been jailed on a series of corruption charges since August 2023.
Tue Nov 26 2024
One woman or girl killed every 10 minutes by intimate partner or family member - UN
The report highlights that "60 per cent of all female homicides" are committed by "people closely related to them".
Tue Nov 26 2024
Sweden urges Chinese ship to return for undersea cable investigation
Two subsea cables, one linking Finland and Germany and the other connecting Sweden to Lithuania, were damaged in less than 24 hours.
Tue Nov 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024