Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative
Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
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Immigration Dept deports 232 Indonesians via sea from Tawau
Immigration Department advises all foreign nationals to ensure they have valid travel documents or work permits before entering Sabah.
Wed May 29 2024
Smart Air's missing plane and crew found in Indonesia's North Kalimantan forest
The rescue team discovered two crew members and Pilatus aircraft of Smart Air that went missing in the nearby forest of Benuang, Nunukan.
Mon Mar 11 2024
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Fri Mar 08 2024
Pope Francis calls for release of nuns, other hostages kidnapped in Haiti
Armed gunmen hijacked a bus with at least six nuns on board and drove off to an unknown destination taking all passengers hostage.
Mon Jan 22 2024
Malaysia's speaker among 333 foreign dignitaries to observe Cambodia's GE
Malaysia's Speaker of Parliament, Datuk Seri Johari Abdul will visit Cambodia to observe the seventh general election.
Thu Jul 20 2023
NRD should relook at the whole process of citizenship application
The National Registration Department (NRD) should relook at the whole process concerning application for citizenship for stateless people.
Wed Jun 07 2023
Seven military personnel rescued after boat capsized near Sandakan
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Thu Jan 26 2023
107 Indonesian illegal immigrants deported from Sabah
A total of 107 illegal immigrants from Indonesia were deported to their country of origin via sea route from Tawau Port to Nunukan yesterday.
Fri Jan 20 2023
World's oldest person, French nun Sister Andre, dies at 118 - Retirement home
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Wed Jan 18 2023
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Wed Nov 02 2022
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap four Catholic nuns on highway
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Mon Aug 22 2022
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Mon Jun 13 2022
Congo nun overcomes blackouts with homemade hydroelectric plant
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Wed Apr 20 2022
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AI technologies hold enormous potential for improving care for older people, but they also carry significant risk, WHO said.
Thu Feb 10 2022
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Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
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Sat Nov 23 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
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Fri Nov 22 2024