Self-esteem, posture: How the pandemic has changed our relationships to our bodies
Lockdowns and working from home have significantly impacted the way we perceive our bodies and have been detrimental to our self-esteem.
Wed Apr 07 2021
How reading aloud can boost self-confidence
When reading aloud, we hear the words we are pronouncing, we pay greater attention to them, we slow down, we ask ourselves questions.
Sun Feb 07 2021
Martial arts, therapy for the disabled
Martial arts can help children in many ways including coordination, movement, social skills and self-confidence.
Sun Aug 21 2016
Women seen to lack the right stuff for science - Survey
Respondents in a survey covering five west European countries felt that women don't have what it takes to become top-tier scientists.
Thu Sep 17 2015
Think the opposite
We often approach the challenges ahead of us from a fixed mindset. Because it makes perfect sense to improve based on the techniques that have proven to work, right? But what if we think differently?
Mon Sep 01 2014
Graduates fail to secure jobs due to poor command of English - Abd Wahid Omar
Poor command of the English language, inability to communicate and lack of self confidence are among factors why local graduates are unemployable.
Thu Feb 27 2014
'Selfie' addiction brings negative impact
The Mental Health Department has warned youngsters who are obsessed with the popular "selfie" trend that they could lose self-confidence.
Tue Feb 11 2014
Plastic surgery patients report better mood, better life
In a new European study announced, researchers found that post-op, plastic surgery patients generally report a boost in self-confidence and enjoyment of life.
Tue Mar 12 2013
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