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
Fri Jun 21 2024
How young women suffer chasing an Instagram beauty ideal
Young women are bombarded with Instagram images that can define beauty and how they see themselves.
Sat Oct 07 2023
AWANI Review: Breaking Barriers | Confronting Unspoken Bias
There are many unspoken stereotypes that make it harder for women to succeed in the workplace. Azielia Anne and Malisse Tan shine a spotlight on the unique challenges women face in their careers and discuss breaking down gender biases.
Sat Sep 30 2023
The Future is Female: Gender Equality - Politics as a Pathway to Equality
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris explores how gender roles, stereotypes, and societal expectations shape the prospects of women in political parties, and the urgent need for change. She speaks to Dr Ummu Atiyah Ahmad Zakuan, Associate Professor at UUM and advocate for gender equality, about strategies to create a more inclusive and equal political landscape.
Sun Jul 23 2023
Film 'Joy Ride' takes group of friends on raunchy rollercoaster to China
Joy Ride features an all-Asian main cast that introduce multi-faceted characters who reach beyond racial or gender stereotypes.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Across globe, women battle 'gendered disinformation'
Women around the globe battle falsehoods that reinforce stereotypes that they are unintelligent or inefficient.
Sat Apr 01 2023
Paul Rudd and Harry Styles: Two male beauty icons smashing skincare stereotypes
Change is slowly but surely underway in the fashion and beauty industries, driven by icons who help push the boundaries.
Sat Feb 18 2023
Grammy Awards: Men's fashion steals the red carpet in stereotype-shattering style
Overalls, jumpsuits and colorful or floral suits replaced the formal tuxedo, taking men's fashion far away from its traditional codes.
Tue Feb 07 2023
Fashion's gender stereotypes start at a very young age
Despite some progress in the fashion industry, gender stereotypes are still alive and kicking.
Wed Sep 07 2022
Why monkeypox may soon get a new name
Monkeypox may soon have a new name after scientists called for a change to dispel stereotypes of Africa being seen as a crucible of disease.
Thu Jun 23 2022
Tech giant Grab's female co-founder blazes a trail
Hooi Ling is already smashing stereotypes in tech but she's also trying to blaze a trail for the next generation of female entrepreneurs.
Tue May 31 2022
Girls more likely to attribute failure to lack of talent: study
Paradoxically, the idea that males are inherently more brilliant was most entrenched in countries that are more egalitarian.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Harry Styles, icon of a generation free from stereotypes
Styles has been cultivating an androgynous look, a style that he has fun with at red-carpet noutings, gala social events, and concerts.
Fri Nov 19 2021
Three accessories men are borrowing from womenswear wardrobes
Women are no longer the only ones spending hours rummaging around in their handbags to find their lipstick, their phone or their keys.
Fri Oct 22 2021
Rabat's only woman taxi driver busts stereotypes
Hdidou is challenging social norms and busting stereotypes from behind the wheel as the only female taxi driver in Rabbat.
Mon Sep 27 2021
Is climate change making tropical storms more frequent? Scientists say it's unclear
Scientists say it remains unclear how much climate change is reshaping the storm season.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024