A tech-savvy Maha Kumbh: India aims for a safer religious festival
Police say they are using AI-based software to count the number of people and prevent stampedes.
Sun Jan 26 2025
Trump 2.0: Crypto bet big on Trump in 2024. Can it cash in?
Crypto-aligned interests pumped millions of dollars into campaigns for President Donald Trump and pro-crypto candidates.
Sun Jan 26 2025
PKAUM urges for UM management and campus community to come together against sexual harassment
Academics have been criticized before for being in their ivory tower and out of touch with the realities and sufferings of ordinary citizens.
Sat Jan 25 2025
'Cute and murderous': How Squid Game's iconic killer doll came to life
The initial inspiration for Young-hee came from a girl of the same name on the cover of old primary school textbooks in South Korea.
Sat Jan 25 2025
US friends and foes buckle up for new 'America first' era
America's partners and adversaries both appear to be scrambling to adapt to that new reality.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Pineapple pizza debate heats up as UK pizzeria sets 100-pound price tag
As pizza has become popular globally, foreign innovations in toppings have often left Italians perplexed and aghast.
Sat Jan 25 2025
ANALYSIS - Hamas' tight grip on Gaza complicates plan for lasting peace
Hamas remains deeply entrenched in Gaza and its hold on power represents a challenge to implementing a permanent ceasefire.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Kashmir's saffron growers experiment with indoor farming as climate pressures mount
Pampore is known for its farms that grow the world's most expensive spice - the red-hued saffron.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Trump whisperer? Italy's Meloni navigates a high-stakes relationship
Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni are fast forging a new transatlantic "special relationship".
Sat Jan 25 2025
[COLUMNIST] Ceasefire in Gaza and lessons to be learnt
The main factor why Israel failed in the attack is because of the steadfastness and perseverance of the people of Gaza in enduring the suffering.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Southeast Asian cities among world's most polluted, ranking shows
Air pollution is caused by a combination of crop-related burning, industrial pollution and heavy traffic.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Thousands flock to see rare, smelly corpse flower bloom in Sydney
The plant typically does not bloom more than once every few years and it lasts only about a day.
Sat Jan 25 2025
[COLUMNIST] The WBB system: A symptom of deeper failures in public healthcare policymaking
Healthcare workers in govt services are still awaiting credible solutions to their plights, but it seems their wait may be far from over.
Sat Jan 25 2025
60 per cent of women in Malaysia have never undergone pap smear
Cervical cancer is the third most common cancer that women suffer from globally and the sixth leading cancer in Malaysia.
Sat Jan 25 2025
Thailand and China to set up coordination centre to combat scam call networks
Thai police to set up a coordination centre in Bangkok, while China plans another in Mae Sot to strengthen joint efforts.
Sat Jan 25 2025
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for two Taliban leaders in Afghanistan
The ICC accuses two Taliban leaders in Afghanistan of persecuting women and girls.
Fri Jan 24 2025
PETRA to drive energy agenda during ASEAN Chairmanship, bridging boundaries and building prosperity
This will improve the lives of our citizens through economic growth that prioritises the inclusivity and sustainability agenda, says PETRA.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Frozen frog meat among items smuggled for Chinese New Year distribution
The goods were falsely declared as 'Frozen Dumpling' and 'Hand-Grasp Pancake' to evade detection by customs authorities.
Fri Jan 24 2025
WHO chief to cut costs, reset priorities after US exit, document shows
The United States is by far the WHO's biggest financial backer, contributing around 18% of its overall funding.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Proposed cybercrime force similar to Interpol to strengthen efforts to eradicate digital piracy
The proposal to establish a cybercrime team similar to Interpol to strengthen cooperation and enforcement at regional level is seen as important to combat digital piracy.
Fri Jan 24 2025
MITRA opens applications for EC-Council Cybersecurity Certification Programme
Participants would also receive training in soft skills such as professional etiquette and resume writing, says P. Prabakaran.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Cabinet approves 50 per cent toll discount for Chinese New Year - Nanta
The estimated compensation for toll concession companies involved is RM20.08 million.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Najib admits limited corporate experience before entering politics
I was more of a politician and somebody in govt, more akin to looking at overall government policy and execution of policy, says Najib.
Fri Jan 24 2025
China readies for Lunar New Year, amid worries about the economy
The holiday, China's biggest, this year falls between Jan. 28-Feb. 4 and marks the arrival of the Year of the Snake.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Crypto markets lose steam as Trump begins tentatively
Cryptocurrencies notch small gains after US President Donald Trump commissioned a report on regulation and potential crypto reserves.
Fri Jan 24 2025
North Korea suspected of preparing to send more troops to Russia, Seoul says
South Korea suspects North Korea may send more troops to Russia to fight in Ukraine, despite past losses and captured soldiers.
Fri Jan 24 2025
French divorcee who stopped having sex with husband wins appeal at European court
The ECHR ruled that the French courts had violated the woman's right to respect for private and family life.
Fri Jan 24 2025
KLIA Aerotrain service expected to resume in Q2 2025
Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani says ongoing technical evaluations are important and expected to be completed by April.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Malaysian palm oil to trade around 4,000 ringgit/T in 2025, says Mistry
Palm oil consumption tends to rise during Ramadan, which is expected to start in early March, as Muslims gather at dusk to break their fast.
Fri Jan 24 2025
Trump says he is not sure US should be spending anything on NATO
Washington finances 15.8% of the 32-member military alliance's yearly expenditure of around $3.5 billion.
Fri Jan 24 2025
WEF2025: Cutting Through Cybercomplexity
Escalating cyberattacks, geopolitical instability and unprecedented technological shifts cast a shadow on an organization’s resilience.
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
What emerging trends will reshape the cybersecurity model and how can global leaders harness these insights to build a more secure and equitable digital future?
Wed Jan 22 2025
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
WEF2025: ASEAN, Even Stronger Together
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Building on its strong economic growth of 4.7% in 2024, ASEAN is seeking to boost labour productivity to maintain its competitiveness amid intensifying geo-economic competition.
How can the region leverage its diversity and deepen collaboration with partners to strengthen the third largest population bloc in the world?
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: 22th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Hafiz Marzukhi
- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
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- PM shares his thoughts on BRICS and China at WEF 2025
- Oriental Kopi's listing at ACE Market. What to expect?
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Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: All eyes on Oriental Kopi’s ACE market debut
Will the hype over Oriental Kopi carry over to the stock market during its ACE Market debut on Jan 23? Astro AWANI Correspondent Faye Kwan breaks down the buzz and what to expect from the F&B chain’s IPO listing.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: What challenges lie ahead for post-Assad Syria?
Astro AWANI is the first Malaysian news brand to enter Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Astro AWANI’s Social Media Editor, Hilal Azmi, reports from Damascus on the current situation and the country’s ongoing recovery.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: WEF 2025: Highlights from conversation with PM Anwar
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim engaged in a special dialogue with World Economic Forum founder Professor Klaus Schwab in Davos, addressing crucial topics on technology, trade, and geopolitics. For more insights, Astro AWANI’s Lead Editor, Najib Aroff, reports from Switzerland.
Wed Jan 22 2025
AWANI Tonight: President Donald Trump pardons Jan 6 capitol rioters
Donald Trump signed a slew of executive orders shortly after being sworn in as the 47th U.S. President, including pardons for nearly 1,600 individuals linked to the 2021 Capitol riots.
Tue Jan 21 2025
AWANI Tonight: No more free toll during festive seasons
The government will no longer offer toll exemptions for festive seasons, including for the upcoming Chinese New Year, opting for a more targeted approach.
Tue Jan 21 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
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- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
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Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?
The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025