![Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/81504139174_KLClosing.jpg)
Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines
SEAGF president Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Jaafar handed the flag to the Philippines Olympic Committee (POC) president Jose Cojuangco Jr. who in turn presented it to Alan Peter Cayetano.
Thu Aug 31 2017
![SEAGF looks for new host for 2019 SEA Games SEAGF looks for new host for 2019 SEA Games](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/51440129775_TunkuImran.jpg)
SEAGF looks for new host for 2019 SEA Games
The pull-out is due to ongoing acts of terrorism and atrocities which have hit Mindanao, the southern Island in the country.
Sun Jul 23 2017
![OCM requests zero-rated GST for sports sponsorships OCM requests zero-rated GST for sports sponsorships](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/51497692223_TunkuImranTuankuJ.jpg)
OCM requests zero-rated GST for sports sponsorships
OCM President Tunku Tan Sri Imran Tuanku Ja'afar says the request was a resolution passed unanimously at the 36th annual general meeting of OCM today.
Sat Jun 17 2017
![2022 Commonwealth Games not a traditional bid process, says Tunku Imran 2022 Commonwealth Games not a traditional bid process, says Tunku Imran](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/41496503572_ImranTuankuJaafar.jpg)
2022 Commonwealth Games not a traditional bid process, says Tunku Imran
This is not a traditional bid process but a partnership approach led by the CGF with the prospective interested countries and we are delighted to be part of the selection process.
Sat Jun 03 2017
![Sea Games: No special privileges for Paralympic athletes - SEAGF Sea Games: No special privileges for Paralympic athletes - SEAGF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/51456303726_SukanSEA.jpg)
Sea Games: No special privileges for Paralympic athletes - SEAGF
Paralympic athletes who compete in the SEA Games would not be allowed to seek for special privileges or 'extras' such as using special equipment and care, to avoid having an advantage.
Wed Mar 22 2017
![Decision to bid for 2022 Commonwealth Games will depend on govt consent Decision to bid for 2022 Commonwealth Games will depend on govt consent](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/51440129775_TunkuImran.jpg)
Decision to bid for 2022 Commonwealth Games will depend on govt consent
The decision to bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games will heavily depend on the government's greenlight since hosting the games will involve a huge sum of money.
Tue Mar 14 2017
![SEA Games: We're on track - Tunku Imran SEA Games: We're on track - Tunku Imran](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/51440129775_TunkuImran.jpg)
SEA Games: We're on track - Tunku Imran
Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Ja'afar said he was confident all the planning would go on as scheduled and would ensure all the milestones are met.
Sat Mar 04 2017
![Chong Wei to be flag bearer at Rio Olympics Chong Wei to be flag bearer at Rio Olympics](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-08/51440129775_TunkuImran.jpg)
Chong Wei to be flag bearer at Rio Olympics
Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Norza Zakaria described Chong Wei's appointment as timely.
Thu Jun 02 2016
![Zika: OCM won't stop Rio Olympics squad from withdrawing Zika: OCM won't stop Rio Olympics squad from withdrawing](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-04/51460865484_OlympicLogo.jpg)
Zika: OCM won't stop Rio Olympics squad from withdrawing
Malaysian athletes who qualify to Rio can make their own decision as to withdraw or participate in the Olympics this August.
Mon May 30 2016
![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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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