ASEAN urged to intensify cybersecurity awareness efforts
Dr Kao Kim Hourn calls for ASEAN to intensify its capacity-building efforts and launch a region-wide cyber awareness campaign.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Floods: Public urged to take electrical, gas safety precautions
Flood disasters pose various risks, including fallen electrical poles, broken power lines, and damage to electrical and gas equipment.
Wed Oct 16 2024
Individuals claiming to have seen ‘total loss’ vehicle on road urged to report - JPJ
This will allow for an investigation if irresponsible parties are reusing the vehicle claimed as a total loss.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Elderly urged to get influenza vaccine to avoid serious infections
'Flu' is actually short for 'influenza,' leading many to mistakenly view it as just a regular cold.
Tue Oct 01 2024
NGO urged to organise more career carnivals - Ahmad Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on NGOs to help boost employment opportunities for young people.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Situation in UK alarming, M’sians urged to avoid protest areas
The current protests were seen as a new pattern of right-wing resurgence with low tolerance, said Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.
Mon Aug 05 2024
Malay reserve land fraud victims urged to report to MACC immediately
Tan Sri Azam Baki said the agency has not received any reports related to such cases from other states, except the recent case in Perak.
Wed May 29 2024
Cyclone Remal: Malaysians in affected areas urged to remain vigilant
Malaysians requiring consular assistance can contact the High Commission of Malaysia in Dhaka and in New Delhi, Wisma Putra said.
Tue May 28 2024
[LETTER TO EDITOR] Senator Isaiah Jacob urged to shift focus from changing disability terminology to addressing tangible issues
Senator YB Isaiah Jacob's persistent advocacy for the term "Specially Abled" constitutes a misuse of the Upper House position he holds.
Mon May 06 2024
Columbia University faces federal complaint after arresting anti-war protesters
Palestine Legal urged to probe the school's actions, which it alleges were discriminatory against those who are pro-Palestinian.
Fri Apr 26 2024
Freedom Flotilla: World leaders urged to support the mission
Ann Wright says, a concerted push could be made to achieve a lasting ceasefire, enabling the smooth planning of aid distribution to Gaza.
Mon Apr 22 2024
TikTok, Meta urged to step up harmful content monitoring
The platform providers are also urged to effectively address 3R-related content by referring to platform guidelines and Malaysian laws.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Muslims urged to foster responsible engagement in multicultural societies
Datuk Dr Afifi al-Akiti highlights the need for vigilance against the pitfalls of full-on nationalism and religious populism.
Thu Apr 04 2024
Educational institutions urged to allow students, teachers to don sportswear due to hot weather
The ministry announced the move in a statement today, and advised them to follow the set guidelines on national weather phenomena.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Illegal immigrants urged to return home through Migrant Repatriation Programme
Datuk Ruslin Jusoh said the programme would enable undocumented foreigners to be sent back to their home countries without prosecuted.
Wed Feb 28 2024
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