AWANI Tonight: PLKN 3.0: Relaunched with lower cost and more trainees
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin announces that the cost of implementing the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 has been significantly reduced to RM2,000 per trainee, which is notably lower than previous versions.
Tue Feb 04 2025
![Expand TVET to equip workforce for advanced technologies - PM Expand TVET to equip workforce for advanced technologies - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729661044_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Expand TVET to equip workforce for advanced technologies - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the government is committed to addressing this through robust training programmes and upskilling initiatives.
Wed Oct 23 2024
![Budget 2025: Call for government to address labour shortage in automotive, EV technology Budget 2025: Call for government to address labour shortage in automotive, EV technology](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/51729046748_TBAUTOMOTIVE.jpg)
Budget 2025: Call for government to address labour shortage in automotive, EV technology
EV training programme needs to be strengthened to enhance the skill levels of trainees in light of the rapid advancements in EV technology.
Wed Oct 16 2024
![54 per cent of medical officers left public sector in 2022 - Dr Dzulkefly 54 per cent of medical officers left public sector in 2022 - Dr Dzulkefly](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702891812_Dzulkefly.jpg)
54 per cent of medical officers left public sector in 2022 - Dr Dzulkefly
Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad said, the ministry's survey also found that of the total number of doctors who left, 45 pct are currently working abroad.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![BAM still have faith in Misbun BAM still have faith in Misbun](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/81640988820_MisbunSidek.jpg)
BAM still have faith in Misbun
Misbun needs to lay out a structured plan as quickly as he can to beef up the coaching department and training programme for the juniors.
Tue Nov 08 2022
![RM332 mln set aside for training programmes, sports facilities nationwide RM332 mln set aside for training programmes, sports facilities nationwide](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71662531765_Beregulelaki.jpg)
RM332 mln set aside for training programmes, sports facilities nationwide
The government has allocated RM332 million for the provision of training programmes and the best sports facilities nationwide next year.
Fri Oct 07 2022
![Govt proposes tax exemption to encourage more women to return to work Govt proposes tax exemption to encourage more women to return to work](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-01/41515872545_CorporateMeeting.jpg)
Govt proposes tax exemption to encourage more women to return to work
Tengku Zafrul said the Securities Commission Malaysia will introduce a special training programme to enhance women skills.
Fri Oct 07 2022
![Five individuals remanded in RM27 million false claims case Five individuals remanded in RM27 million false claims case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/51653926437_TBSINDIKETSPRMVAKSIN.jpg)
Five individuals remanded in RM27 million false claims case
MACC has remanded five individuals in connection with false claims amounting to more than RM27 million for a training programme related to digital technology.
Wed Sep 21 2022
![PDRM expects to recruit 5,027 constables this year PDRM expects to recruit 5,027 constables this year](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-03/41648736002_TBARJUNAIDI.jpg)
PDRM expects to recruit 5,027 constables this year
The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) aims to recruit 5,027 trainees to participate in basic police constable training programmes nationwide this year.
Thu Mar 31 2022
![NSC restructures athletes' training allowances NSC restructures athletes' training allowances](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/51641393600_AhmadShapawi.jpg)
NSC restructures athletes' training allowances
The National Sports Council (NSC) is reviewing the allowances of national athletes who have been given new contracts to undergo training programmes this year based on their performance since 2018.
Wed Jan 05 2022
![Women recognised as pillar in Sarawak's administration, economy Women recognised as pillar in Sarawak's administration, economy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-10/81603263920_temubual.jpg)
Women recognised as pillar in Sarawak's administration, economy
In Sarawak, women's 'power' is one of the most important factors that keep the state's administrative system on track.
Tue Nov 02 2021
![RM10 mln allocation can boost development of para athletes, sports - NSC RM10 mln allocation can boost development of para athletes, sports - NSC](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635554346_ShapawiIsmail.jpg)
RM10 mln allocation can boost development of para athletes, sports - NSC
The National Sports Council (NSC) is happy that para sports and the para athletes' training programmes have finally been acknowledged through the allocation of RM10 million under Budget 2022.
Fri Oct 29 2021
![Apple Fitness is heading to more countries: how does it work? Apple Fitness is heading to more countries: how does it work?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/51631937124_APPLE.jpg)
Apple Fitness is heading to more countries: how does it work?
Apple Watch owners will be able to benefit from physical exercises and meditation sessions adapted to their level.
Sat Sep 18 2021
![132,118 individuals obtain employment as of March 26 - Tengku Zafrul 132,118 individuals obtain employment as of March 26 - Tengku Zafrul](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/71617794815_TBZafrul.jpg)
132,118 individuals obtain employment as of March 26 - Tengku Zafrul
A total of 132,118 individuals managed to secure jobs through the Hiring Incentive and Training Programme as of March 26, 2021, compared to 131,568 in the previous week.
Wed Apr 07 2021
![Seven more PLKN camps to be used as satellite prisons, detention centres Seven more PLKN camps to be used as satellite prisons, detention centres](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/81616770681_PLKN.jpg)
Seven more PLKN camps to be used as satellite prisons, detention centres
Prisons Department director-general Datuk Nordin Muhamad said seven more PLKN camps would be utilised from June 1.
Fri Mar 26 2021
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/51725854695_ArtificialIntellige.jpg)
AI is about job transformation, not job displacement, CoachHub says
Over the next decade, AI is expected to redefine job roles rather than eliminate them.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739334203_OpenAIlogo.jpg)
OpenAI’s new ‘deep research’ agent is still just a fallible tool - not a human level expert
While OpenAI claims its tool rivals human analysts, AI inevitably lacks judgement, scrutiny and expertise that make good research valuable.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-09/81473819684_Headphone.jpg)
Different songs for different days: Why it’s important to actively chose the music for your mood
The power of music comes from our choices in what to listen to and the human agency we express in this act.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs? Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/41733826427_MigrantscrosstheE.jpg)
Britain wants to smash the gangs - but what gangs?
Nearly 700 boats carrying more than 36,800 people crossed the Channel between France and Britain in 2024.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste? US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/51733387237_DonaldTrump.jpg)
US sovereign wealth fund: A feasible idea to invest strategically, or a giant opportunity for waste?
Sovereign wealth funds are usually associated with great wealth - Norway's 'oil fund' is estimated to be worth US$1.7 trillion.
Sat Feb 15 2025