Entire generation in Gaza would lose education if UNRWA collapses, says UN
In Gaza, dismantling UNRWA will collapse the United Nation's humanitarian response, which relies heavily on the agency's infrastructure.
Fri Nov 15 2024
US warns failure to safeguard Gaza civilians could haunt Israel
Lloyd Austin said that failure by Israel to safeguard civilians in Gaza could create a generational backlash.
Fri Oct 25 2024
INSIGHT - Sudan's war risks 'lost generation' of children
A devastating crisis is unfolding in Sudan, where the most vulnerable members of society children are bearing the brunt of the violence.
Sun Oct 20 2024
AWANI Tonight: Ageing Nation: Supporting the rising older workforce
As Malaysia is fast becoming an ageing nation, how is it adapting to ensure the older generation can continue to contribute meaningfully to society? Astro Awani Correspondent Farhana Sheikh presents key data.
Thu Sep 19 2024
Fear of 'lost generation' as Gaza school year begins with all classes shut
Many of Gaza's schools are turning into emergency shelters housing thousands of displaced families.
Fri Sep 13 2024
Apple debuts iPhone 16 with test AI software rolling out this year and next
The next generation of iPhone has been designed for Apple Intelligence from the ground up, says Tim Cook.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Korea's birth rate drive struggles to sway 'YOLO' generation
South Korea plans to launch a new govt ministry dedicated to demographic challenges after years of incentives failed to ease baby crisis.
Tue Aug 27 2024
[COLUMNIST] Rethinking STEM education for Malaysia's future
Malaysia's future in our technology-driven world hinges on nurturing a new generation of STEM innovators.
Mon Aug 26 2024
[COLUMNIST] Understanding Generation Alpha and the challenges of digital parents
According to the Morning Consult research, 65% of Gen Alpha children, aged 8-10 years, spend up to four hours a day on social media.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Biden says he's 'passing the torch' to defend democracy in speech from Oval Office
Joe Biden said he was stepping aside to allow a new generation to take over in his first public remarks since ending his re-election bid.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Consider This: Politics - Young Malay Voters “Turning Green”?
In recent elections, we've seen a trend where young Malay voters are increasingly gravitating towards conservative political parties. This shift challenges conventional wisdom that younger generations typically support progressive reforms. What factors are shaping the political behaviours of young Malays today? And what might this trend mean for the future of Malaysia's political landscape, and our multicultural society? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Syaza Shukri, Associate Professor of Political Science at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Malaysia battles to avoid waste knot’s chokehold
While it has made progress in some areas, Malaysia's daily waste generation rate is way above the global average.
Fri Jun 07 2024
Tobacco industry aims to hook new generation on vapes, WHO says
Big tobacco companies and new entrants have begun offering smoking alternatives such as vapes, which they say are aimed at adult smokers.
Fri May 24 2024
Turkiye's KAAN' fighter jet offer to boost Malaysia's air defence
Turkiye is one of only five countries in the world that can independently develop and produce fifth-generation fighter jets.
Mon May 06 2024
Have smartphones created an ‘anxious generation’? Jonathan Haidt sounds the alarm
A decade ago, parents could not have known the threats lying within the shiny new smartphones they presented to their excited teenagers.
Sun May 05 2024
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