The Future is Female: #IWD2024 - Gender Pain Gap: Women's Pain Matters
To commemorate #InternationalWomensDay 2024, this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale aims to shine a spotlight on a pressing issue at the intersection of gender equality and healthcare: the gender pain gap. Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Hannah Nazri, Director and Founder of the collective, Malaysian Doctors for Women & Children. She is a National Institute for Health and Care Research Academic Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Warwick, and has completed her PhD in endometriosis research at the Oxford University. She is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Asia Network to End FGM/C.
Sun Mar 10 2024
Thousands protest Australia Day holiday with 'Invasion Day' rallies
Australia Day commemorates the day Britain established the state of New South Wales a penal colony.
Fri Jan 26 2024
'Wish' commemorates Disney's past and present magic
The lavish folk tale draws from the song "When You Wish Upon a Star" from "Pinocchio," about a puppet wishing to become a real boy.
Tue Nov 21 2023
Anwar conveys Wesak Day greetings to all Buddhists
PM Anwar Ibrahim said Wesak Day is a big day for the Buddhists to commemorate three important events in the life of Gautama Buddha.
Thu May 04 2023
Hindu devotees, foreign tourists throng Penang to celebrate Thaipusam
After two years of celebrating Thaipusam on a small scale, Hindu devotees as well as foreign tourists in Penang are going all out this year to commemorate the birthday of Lord Murugan.
Sat Feb 04 2023
Argentine World Cup team commemorates Maradona
Members of the Argentine national soccer team commemorated Diego Armando Maradona at the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Friday, two years after his death.
Sat Nov 26 2022
Public holiday for Johor to celebrate JDT's Super League win, Sukma victory
The Johor state government has declared today as a public holiday for the state to commemorate JDT's ninth consecutive Super League win, and the ten cups the team won this year.
Sat Oct 15 2022
Maulidur Rasul: Muslims urged to emulate Prophet Muhammad
Negeri Sembilan, Penang and Kelantan held Maulidur Rasul celebrations last night to commemorate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad SAW.
Sun Oct 09 2022
Malaysia Day celebrations in four states commemorate country's formation
Four other states, Pahang, Sarawak, Penang and Perak are holding various events to commemorate the formation of the country on Sept 16.
Fri Sep 16 2022
Social solidarity, national integration, racial unity keys to country's wellbeing - Agong
His Majesty also encouraged the people to commemorate and appreciate the deeds and contributions of the patriots and freedom fighters.
Tue Aug 30 2022
PM Ismail Sabri wishes Happy Sarawak Day to all Sarawakians
Ismail Sabri said July 22 was a very special date that commemorates the handing over of the state administration to the people of Sarawak.
Fri Jul 22 2022
National Artiste Day celebration commemorates P. Ramlee, appreciates contributions of local artistes
Nolee Ashilin said the celebration could help create a society that appreciated the country's cultural arts across all races.
Tue Mar 22 2022
Father's sacrifice inspires legacy of 'Warung Che Mat Fu'
Warung Che Mat Fu, which opened in early February, was to commemorate the sacrifices of her father, a Muslim convert, and inspire the younger generation.
Sat Mar 05 2022
Golden Jubilee: Kuala Lumpur moving towards becoming more sustainable city
Kuala Lumpur celebrates its Golden Jubilee today to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its declaration as the first city in Malaysia in 1972.
Tue Feb 01 2022
PM to lead Malaysian delegation at virtual ASEAN-China Special Summit Monday
Ismail Sabri will lead the Malaysian delegation at the ASEAN-China Special Summit to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations tomorrow.
Sun Nov 21 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024