Consider This: Home Detention (Part 2) — Ensure Fairness in Prisoner Licensed Release
In a bid to address the persistent issue of prison overcrowding, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says the Government has agreed in principle to implement the Licensed Release of Prisoners, which aims to grant home detention to specific categories of prisoners. While this move is lauded as a step towards prison reform, it has sparked concerns regarding potential favouritism towards privileged or influential individuals who have been convicted of crimes. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to lawyer and activist Chong Kar Yan.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Consider This: Home Detention (Part 1) — Shifting Towards Prisoner Release on License
In a bid to address the persistent issue of prison overcrowding, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail says the Government has agreed in principle to implement the Licensed Release of Prisoners, which aims to grant home detention to specific categories of prisoners. While this move is lauded as a step towards prison reform, it has sparked concerns regarding potential favouritism towards privileged or influential individuals who have been convicted of crimes. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Jerald Joseph, Chair of the advocacy group, CSO Platform for Reform. He was also a Suhakam commissioner from 2016 till 2022.
Wed Apr 17 2024
EXPLAINER - Trump says migrants are fueling violent crime. Here is what the research shows
Donald Trump is highlighting crimes committed by migrants in the US illegally as part of his campaign to win back the White House.
Sat Apr 13 2024
AWANI Tonight: Tackling the rising tide of online hate
As online hate continues to escalate in Malaysia, Dr Syaza Shukri from IIUM shares her perspective on the alarming trend and warns of the dangers of falling into social media echo chambers.
Mon Apr 08 2024
UN rights body demands Israel be held accountable for possible war crimes
The resolution calls for Israel to be held accountable for possible war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.
Fri Apr 05 2024
Southeast Asia human trafficking now a global crisis, Interpol says
According to Interpol these crime rings have expanded from Southeast Asia into a global network making up to $3 trillion a year.
Wed Mar 27 2024
Kill switch to be introduced to tackle online scams - Azalina
Most of the existing laws (related to cyber security and online crime) were drafted before 2010, said Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.
Tue Feb 27 2024
It’s About YOUth: Ending silence on sexual offenses
Rapper Ariz Ramli, also known as Caprice, discusses his shift into activism, driven by the rising influence of social media on social causes. He explains his motivation behind founding Munafik Hunter, an NGO devoted to aiding victims of sexual crimes.
#ItsAboutYOUth
#ItsAboutYOUth
Fri Feb 23 2024
The Future Is Female: Forensic Anthropology - Sue Black on Bones, Bodies & Breakthroughs
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to one of the world's leading anatomists and forensic anthropologists, Professor Dame Sue Black, Baroness Black of Strome and President of St John’s College at Oxford University. She was the lead anthropologist for the British Forensic Team's work in the war crimes investigations in Kosovo, and one of the first forensic scientists to travel to Thailand following the Indian Ocean tsunami to provide assistance in identifying the dead.
Sun Jan 28 2024
Sharing children's daily activities on social media sex crime risk
The information in question attracts sex offenders, especially pedophiles, to plan criminal acts.
Thu Jan 25 2024
Singapore seeks to hold 'dangerous offenders' beyond prison terms
The proposed legislation would apply to those above 21 who are convicted of crimes that include culpable homicide, rape and sex with minors.
Wed Jan 10 2024
Actor Idris Elba leads knife crime campaign with symbolic display
Idris Elba is demanding an immediate ban on machetes and so-called "zombie knives" - bladed weapons originally inspired by zombie films.
Tue Jan 09 2024
Drug syndicate leader among 10 held in special op in Sabah - deputy IGP
All the suspects, aged between 36 and 48, were arrested yesterday under a special operation at 2.30 am.
Tue Dec 26 2023
Respect court's decision abolishing law on enticement of married women - Mohd Na'im
All parties have been urged to respect the Federal Court's ruling, that Section 498 of the Penal Code, which makes it a crime for a man to entice a married woman, is unconstitutional.
Fri Dec 22 2023
[COLUMNIST] Israel and the crime of aggression under the Rome Statute
It's time for the international community to rachet up the pressure for Israel to be brought to justice.
Mon Dec 18 2023
Manja Man pengendali baharu Kelantan FC
Bekas pemain pertahanan itu yakin Kelantan memiliki bakat muda yang mampu dibentuk menjadi pemain bernilai bagi pasukan kembali digeruni.
Wed Apr 17 2024
10 peratus daripada 1,900 premis di Selangor tidak patuhi piawaian FC
Selain tidak melaksanakan latihan kebakaran, premis berkenaan juga didapati tidak akur dari segi piawaian pengubahsuaian bangunan.
Wed Apr 17 2024
IMF semak naik unjuran KDNK Malaysia kepada 4.4 peratus bagi 2024
IMF menerusi Tinjauan Ekonomi Dunia terbaharunya juga menjangkakan pertumbuhan KDNK kekal pada 4.4 peratus dalam 2025.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Lelaki ditemui mati dengan 10 tetakan, seorang dicekup
Mangsa yang berbangsa Kayan, berusia 57 tahun, disyaki diserang menggunakan objek tajam.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Parti politik India perhebat dekati pengundi, bagi pusingan pertama pilihan raya kebangsaan
Modi berkata kerajaannya terus berusaha untuk pembangunan ekonomi wilayah timur laut itu.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Piala Asia B-23: Kesilapan individu hukum Harimau Muda berdepan Uzbekistan
Skuad negara ketinggalan di awal permainan berpunca kesilapan Muhamad Syahir Bashah yang menjatuhkan Ruslanbek Jiyanov dalam kotak penalti.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Pindah kerja atau kekal, gaji bukan sebab utama bagi pekerja Malaysia - Kaji selidik
Keinginan untuk mencari cabaran baharu sebagai sebab utama mengapa mereka memilih untuk berpindah tempat kerja di seluruh Asia.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Risiko konflik jejaskan jumlah kapal, pelayaran lebih lama pada separuh tahun pertama
Laluan Tanjung Harapan di Afrika menokok 4,000 batu kepada jarak pelayaran dan tambahan dua minggu masa transit.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Trafik internet Malaysia meningkat enam peratus pada suku pertama 2024 - Cloudflare
Malaysia catat peningkatan trafik internet keseluruhan sebanyak enam peratus pada suku pertama 2024 daripada suku keempat 2023.
Wed Apr 17 2024
Detik 100 hari ke Olimpik Paris, prospek negara masih samar
Genap 100 hari, atlet elit dari seluruh dunia dan ratusan ribu peminat sukan bakal berkumpul di Sungai Seine, Paris untuk upacara perasmian Sukan Olimpik 2024.
Wed Apr 17 2024