Home Ministry to implement more frequent job rotations to curb misconduct - Saifuddin Nasution
Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution says regular job rotations are key to preventing corruption and integrity issues in enforcement agencies.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Consider This Preventing HIV with PrEP - Harmonising Health & Faith
In Muslim-majority Malaysia, implementing public health initiatives like PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) to prevent HIV infection required more than just medical planning. It demanded thoughtful consideration, the involvement of religious leaders, and careful communication to align with Islamic principles. As Malaysia integrates PrEP into its primary healthcare system, it’s setting a precedent that could serve as a model for other Muslim-majority countries. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Anita Suleiman, President of the College of Public Health Medicine at the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia. She’s also the former Director of the Disease Control Division at the Ministry of Health, and has been widely credited as the architect of Malaysia’s PrEP programme.
Thu Aug 15 2024
[COLUMNIST] Prioritize Safety Over History: Preventing Limestone Hills Tragedies
The landslide tragedy at the Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat cannot be written off as a one-time, freak accident, says Azlina Din.
Tue Nov 14 2023
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI says it is doubling down on preventing AI from 'going rogue'
The vast power of superintelligence could lead to the disempowerment of humanity or even human extinction, OpenAI said.
Sat Jul 08 2023
Blinken to wrap up rare visit to China, may meet Xi Jinping
The rare visit to Beijing is aimed at preventing the strategic rivals' many disagreements from further deteriorating relations.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Law preventing ticket scalping to be formulated - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said the ministry would further discuss the matter with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living.
Tue May 23 2023
Don't delay reforms to prepare for next pandemic - WHO chief
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said it was time to advance negotiations on preventing the next one.
Mon May 22 2023
MoH revokes notification of six cosmetic products found to contain poison
The use of products containing these ingredients without the supervision of health professionals can cause unwanted side effects.
Wed Mar 22 2023
EU agrees law preventing import of goods linked to deforestation
Countries including Brazil, Indonesia, Colombia and Malaysia have criticised the EU plan, warning that the rules will be burdensome and costly.
Tue Dec 06 2022
China reports 24,473 new COVID cases; some Beijing businesses shut
Beijing authorities are on high alert in the hope of preventing the Omicron variant outbreaks in other cities from spreading to the capital.
Sat Nov 19 2022
Treatment costs for heart disease to increase if no effective action taken - Health DG
The treatment cost burden of heart disease in this county is expected to continue to increase if there are no effective actions taken by stakeholders in controlling and preventing the disease.
Thu Sep 29 2022
Vote on anti-party hopping bill expected in Dewan Rakyat today
The Dewan Rakyat today is expected to see the winding up of the debate and a vote on the Constitutional (Amendment) Bill (No. 3) 2022 on Provisions Preventing MPs from Switching Parties.
Thu Jul 28 2022
US$1.4 bln in assets: Jho Low, father fail to set aside Mareva injunction
Jho Low and his father have failed to set aside a court order preventing them from transferring or dissipating any of their assets in Malaysia.
Wed May 25 2022
PN won't stop components from working with other parties - Muhyiddin
The Perikatan Nasional (PN) will not prevent any of its component parties from working with other parties, said PN chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Tue May 17 2022
'Seemed like goodbye': Mariupol defenders make their stand
The Kremlin has demanded the troops surrender. They have refused. Russia has also accused them of preventing the civilians from leaving.
Fri May 06 2022
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024