![Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/41715923183_TBICJjpg.jpg)
Top UN court to deliver opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories
Although ICJ advisory opinions hold weight in international law, declaring the occupation illegal could reduce support for Israel.
Fri Jul 19 2024
![Caffeine could reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk, study finds Caffeine could reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk, study finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/51679057922_COFFEE.jpg)
Caffeine could reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
However, this effect may only be apparent in individuals with a certain genetic predisposition.
Fri Mar 24 2023
![A healthy lifestyle could reduce the risk of long COVID A healthy lifestyle could reduce the risk of long COVID](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81642202330_facemask.jpg)
A healthy lifestyle could reduce the risk of long COVID
Making simple lifestyle changes, such as eating a balanced diet and getting enough sleep, could help prevent long COVID.
Wed Feb 08 2023
![The diet that could reduce signs of Alzheimer's The diet that could reduce signs of Alzheimer's](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/71665207310_dementia.jpg)
The diet that could reduce signs of Alzheimer's
A diet that mimics intermittent fasting could help limit the proliferation of proteins in the brain leading to dementia.
Sun Oct 09 2022
![Smart SBB reduces farmers' dependence on middlemen Smart SBB reduces farmers' dependence on middlemen](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-02/61644756380_TBRonaldKiandee.jpg)
Smart SBB reduces farmers' dependence on middlemen
The Large-Scale Smart Paddy Field (Smart SBB) Programme implemented since last year could help reduce farmers' dependence on middlemen in the paddy and rice industry.
Sun Feb 13 2022
![PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-03/71522330393_DATUKDRMOHAMMED.jpg)
PEMERKASA could reduce unemployment rate - Socso
Azman he said among the active labour market programmes to be implemented by Socso was the incentive to offer temporary jobs and gig jobs.
Sat Mar 20 2021
![Smokers more vulnerable to coronavirus: WHO Smokers more vulnerable to coronavirus: WHO](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-07/71436685505_SMOKING.jpg)
Smokers more vulnerable to coronavirus: WHO
WHO also warned researchers, scientists and the media about amplifying claims that tobacco or nicotine could reduce the risk of COVID-19.
Wed May 13 2020
![Melaka introduces bicycle sharing service Melaka introduces bicycle sharing service](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/81487495857_BicycleGeneric.jpg)
Melaka introduces bicycle sharing service
Datuk Seri Idris Haron said the green concept bicycle service could reduce the carbon dioxide emission levels and foster healthy lifestyle practices through cycling activities.
Fri Aug 04 2017
![LPT2 needs more dividers that absorb accident impact - Miros LPT2 needs more dividers that absorb accident impact - Miros](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-11/61447321438_LPTP.jpg)
LPT2 needs more dividers that absorb accident impact - Miros
Improvements such as the provision of 'crash cushions' equipped with safety features could reduce the impact when an accident occurred.
Tue Sep 06 2016
![Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/51468596074_GirlSleeping.jpg)
Early bedtimes for children could reduce risk of obesity later in life
Getting young children into bed before 8 p.m. can significantly reduce the risk of being obese in later life suggests new research published in the "The Journal of Pediatrics".
Fri Jul 15 2016
![Eating fruit and potatoes could reduce stomach cancer risk Eating fruit and potatoes could reduce stomach cancer risk](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-12/81449642566_Potatoes.jpg)
Eating fruit and potatoes could reduce stomach cancer risk
A Chinese study has highlighted the anti-cancer benefits of a diet high in fruit and vegetables.
Wed Dec 09 2015
![Rhubarb could be a new weapon in anti-cancer arsenal Rhubarb could be a new weapon in anti-cancer arsenal](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-10/71445693953_Rhubarb.jpg)
Rhubarb could be a new weapon in anti-cancer arsenal
Rhubarb's pigment could reduce cancer cell growth, according to a new study.
Sat Oct 24 2015
![Breastfeeding could keep new moms tobacco free Breastfeeding could keep new moms tobacco free](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-11/61416500839_295x200.jpg)
Breastfeeding could keep new moms tobacco free
Seventy percent of moms-to-be who quit smoking during pregnancy pick it up again within the first year after childbirth, but breastfeeding could reduce that statistic, according to a new study.
Sat Apr 18 2015
![Green technology requires adequate boost in Malaysia Green technology requires adequate boost in Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-10/61412863833_295x200.jpg)
Green technology requires adequate boost in Malaysia
The local Malaysian green technology industry is seen blooming with various innovative and environmental-friendly products that could reduce our carbon-footprint in the planet.
Fri Oct 10 2014
![Studies hone in on need for gym class, preferably in the morning Studies hone in on need for gym class, preferably in the morning](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-09/81410708702_295x200.jpg)
Studies hone in on need for gym class, preferably in the morning
Physical activity can increase boys' academic performance and aerobic exercise classes in the morning could reduce symptoms of ADHD in school and at home.
Sun Sep 14 2014
![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