MCMC to conduct first 5G readiness assessment survey for M'sian industries
The survey will run until Dec 1, 2024, aiming to analyse gaps in 5G adoption among companies in identified industries in Malaysia.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Trump says he wouldn't mind if someone shot through 'the fake news' to get him
Donald Trump complained to supporters about gaps in the bullet-proof glass surrounding him as he spoke.
Mon Nov 04 2024
Consider This: MITRA - Progress, Pitfalls & the Path Forward
MITRA, the Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit, was designed to address the socio-economic challenges of Malaysia’s Indian community—to bridge the gaps in education, employment, and social mobility. But has MITRA been an effective agent of change in tackling the layered and varied issues within Malaysia's Indian community? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to PKR Member of Parliament for Batu, P. Prabakaran, Chairperson of the MITRA Special Task Force Committee.
Tue Sep 10 2024
US is 'cautiously optimistic' about Gaza ceasefire talks
John Kirby says there are still gaps remaining between the two sides.
Thu Jul 11 2024
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
Govt commits RM100 mln to foster innovation in Islamic finance - PM
Transformation is not only about addressing gaps, it is also about embracing and adapting to the future, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue May 28 2024
Extreme heat is closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide
High temperatures slow down the brain's cognitive functions, lowering pupils' ability to retain and process information.
Sun May 05 2024
[COLUMNIST] IR 4.0: Closing the digital gaps
The focus on Malaysia's progression within the realms of Industrial Revolution 4.0 remains crucial.
Mon Apr 29 2024
6,034 new contract teachers assigned in schools nationwide: MoE
Move is a significant step towards addressing staffing gaps, enhancing teaching workforce, raising educational standards across the country
Wed Apr 17 2024
[COLUMNIST] Addressing the socioeconomic gaps in nutrition transition on health
Socioeconomic inequalities, including income, education, housing instability, etc., pose a significant risk for poor dietary choices.
Mon Apr 08 2024
Biden says Israel is ready to pause Gaza fighting; Hamas says deal not done yet
Hamas officials say Joe Biden's remarks are premature, 'big gaps remain'.
Tue Feb 27 2024
Moon cargo like human ashes, drink containers sparks legal debate
Concerns about possible gaps in US oversight and legal questions about proper use of the moon have rocketed to the forefront.
Sat Feb 10 2024
Gaps remain in effective enforcement of anti-trafficking law - Tenaganita
Tenaganita says challenges remain in terms of obtaining strong evidence to convict trafficking perpetrators.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Australia fines Musk's X platform $386,000 over anti-child abuse gaps
The e-Safety Commission fined X for failing to cooperate with a probe into anti-child abuse practices.
Mon Oct 16 2023
Israel's security forces face questions after Hamas attack lays bare intelligence gaps
For Israelis, images of dead bodies lying in the streets or groups of civilians being driven or marched into captivity in Gaza came as a profound shock.
Sun Oct 08 2023
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
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024