Consider This: HIV/AIDS - Sustaining the Fight
While the global fight against HIV/AIDS has made some tremendous strides over the decades, this post-pandemic world presents new obstacles— chief among them, the challenge of sustaining funding and focus. With healthcare priorities shifting and resources being redirected, are we at risk of losing those hard-won gains? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Nik Tasha Nik Kamaruddin, Chief Brand Strategy Officer of Sunway Group, and Professor Datuk Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, Chairperson of the Malaysia AIDS Foundation and President & Pro Vice-Chancellor at Monash University Malaysia.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Consider This: Economic Sentiment - Growth or Gloom?
A recent survey by market research agency, Ipsos, revealed that two-thirds (68%) of Malaysians believe the economy is in a recession, despite official reports of 3.7% economic growth last year. Why is there such a stark contrast between consumer sentiment and economic data? And how do we reconcile the lived experiences of Malaysians with these seemingly positive economic indicators? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Dr Ong Kian Ming, Pro Vice-Chancellor of External Engagement for Taylor's University, and Ibrahim ‘Ben’ Suffian, Co-founder & Programmes Director of Merdeka Center for Opinion Research.
Mon Jul 01 2024
Oxford University students arrested at pro-Palestinian sit-in
University authorities called police, after pro-Palestinian protesters held a sit-in at the university vice-chancellor's office.
Fri May 24 2024
OUM welcomes all, including prisoners - Vice-chancellor
OUM is pleased to provide the opportunity to prisoners, which would not only give them new hope but also reduce the stigma faced by inmates.
Thu Jun 29 2023
85 pct of UiTM graduates get jobs six months after graduation - Vice-chancellor
85 per cent of UiTM graduates receive job offers six months after graduation, said UiTM vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Roziah Janor.
Sat Dec 10 2022
Peter Anthony found guilty of falsifying document
Peter was charged with having falsified a letter from the office of UMS deputy vice-chancellor by inserting a false statement.
Thu May 26 2022
Prof Dr Ruzairi appointed new UTHM vice-chancellor
Professor Dr Ruzairi Abdul Rahim has been appointed as the new vice-chancellor of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) effective today.
Mon May 09 2022
MPN disagrees with appointment of VC, deputy VC without university committee consent
MPN has voiced its disagreement with the appointment of vice-chancellor and deputy vice-chancellor of public universities without the consent of the university committee.
Wed Mar 23 2022
New vice chancellors for UPM, UPSI to be announced soon - MOHE
The new vice-chancellors (VCs) for Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) and Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) will be announced soon, the Higher Education Ministry (MOHE) said in a statement today.
Tue Jun 08 2021
More than 800 UTM students want to return home for Aidilfitri
More than 800 students of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have expressed their intention to return home for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration, according to its deputy vice-chancellor.
Sun May 02 2021
Online Pdp safe way to avoid COVID-19 transmission - UPSI Vice-Chancellor
Online teaching and learning (PdP) is a safe way for students at institutions of higher learning to continue with their studies while avoiding COVID-19 transmission.
Wed Oct 21 2020
COVID-19: UTHM Pagoh campus closed for decontamination process
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) branch campus in Pagoh has been closed effective today for decontamination process to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Mon Mar 16 2020
DRB-Hicom University: Teaching TVET For Nation Building
DRB-Hicom University vice chancellor Prof Datuk Omar Osman speaks to AWANI Review on ensuring it continues to stay relevant in providing technical and vocational tertiary training.
Tue Oct 23 2018
USM Prof: Academics Need Not Fear to Speak Out
Academics fear unnecessarily - first, their deans, then their vice-chancellors and third, the minister, says Universiti Sains Malaysia's (USM)Professor Datuk Dr Ahmad Murad Merican.
Sat Jan 06 2018
Sultan Muhammad V to be proclaimed as UiTM Chancellor this Saturday
Its vice-chancellor, Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Hassan Said said the proclaimation ceremony would be held at the university's 86th convocation at its main campus.
Tue Apr 11 2017
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
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024