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Economy • BRICS
Nov 8, 2024

BRICS is Growing: Here’s What You Need to Know

BRICS Plus has recently added 13 new partner countries, including Malaysia, to the bloc. Founded in 2009, it aims to provide a platform for developing countries to strengthen their economic and political cooperation.

Economy • Diesel
Oct 24, 2024

Fisherfolks’, Farmers’ Concerns Echo in Search Data

Diesel-related Google searches saw a surge in popularity across the north and east coast states of Peninsular Malaysia in the weeks leading up to the implementation of targeted diesel subsidies.

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Economy • Diesel
Oct 14, 2024

Diesel Subsidy Reform Fuel Search Trends

In June 2024, Malaysia put into action its plan to implement targeted diesel subsidies in Peninsular Malaysia. The Google searches from Malaysia before and after the measure was put into place revealed some interesting findings.

Election • Malaysia
Sep 26, 2024

Mahkota By-Election 2024

The Mahkota by-election, that will be held on September 26, 2024, sees a straight fight between candidates from Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional.

Tiger • Malaysia
Sep 16, 2024

Malayan Tigers Risk Becoming Mere Symbol

The Malayan Tiger has long been revered as a national symbol of power and pride in Malaysia, representing strength and resilience. However, its existence is under severe threat, with poaching, habitat loss, and unchecked development pushing the species toward extinction.

Health • Malaysia
Aug 26, 2024

Are Vape Products Geared Towards Youths?

Vape users are getting younger in Malaysia due to the increased availability of flavours that appeal more to children. This is in addition to perceived lower harm. A National Poison Centre study found e-cigarettes widely accessible near schools, with 96 percent of stores displaying them visibly to children and offering promotions.

Health • Malaysia
Aug 19, 2024

Rise in Young Vapers Points To Influence of Tobacco Industry

Malaysia’s tobacco industry wields significant influence, impacting health policies and increasing youth vaping. It’s also ranked poorly on the Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index due to unregulated e-cigarettes after nicotine's delisting as a poison. Youth e-cigarette use has surged, while traditional smoking has decreased.

Election • Malaysia
Aug 17, 2024

Nenggiri By-Election 2024

The Nenggiri by-election, held on August 17, 2024 sees a straight fight between candidates from Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional.

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Six Years on & We’re Still Tackling Stunting

The 2016 National Health and Morbidity Survey revealed that 20.7 percent of Malaysian children are stunted. The repercussions will affect the nation as a whole. Various efforts to address the issue has been introduced since, but we've not seen a decrease in prevalence. Why?

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Sports • Paralympics
Sep 9, 2024

Malaysia’s Road to Olympic and Paralympic Gold

The Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics have come to an end. While Malaysia’s Olympic team still seeks its first gold, the Paralympians have excelled, winning five medals, including two golds, continuing their record of success.

Sports • Paralympics
Sep 5, 2024

SEA Representation at Paris 2024

Nearly 4,400 athletes are competing in the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Southeast Asian countries have sent a combined total of 168 athletes to compete. How are they faring in comparison to their Olympic counterparts?

Renewable Energy • Economy
Aug 20, 2024

ISES 2024: Innovation Key to Sustainable Future

Malaysia is focusing on electrification, automation, and digitalisation to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. These innovations are key to reducing emissions, improving energy systems, and creating significant economic opportunities, including RM40 billion in investments and 50,000 jobs by 2035.

Policy • PRAXIS 2024
Aug 14, 2024

Malaysia At A Crossroads: PRAXIS 2024 To Tackle Critical Challenges

ISIS Malaysia’s PRAXIS 2024 conference convenes policymakers, the private sector, civil society, and academics to address key issues that will affect the country’s strategic priorities.

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Palestine • Human Rights
Oct 7, 2024

It Has Been One Year Since Israel Begin Its War on Gaza

Sports • Paralympics
Sep 10, 2024

Malaysia Improves Overall Paralympic Medal Ranking

Sports • Paralympics
Aug 30, 2024

Paralympic Medals Won by SEA Countries Up To Tokyo 2020

Economy • Diesel
Jun 10, 2024

Harga Diesel Bagi Negara di Asia Tenggara

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We are a team that looks into the stories behind data points. Garasi (English: garage) is where we tinker with possible tools and ways to present it.

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We’re a journalism team that looks into the stories behind data points. Garasi (English: garage) is where we tinker with different ways to present it.

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