AWANI takes top spot on Google Malaysia's list in March

The news of the ill-fated Malaysian Airlines (MAS) flight MH370 and the mystery surrounding its disappearance since March 8 has propelled Astro AWANI to the top of Google’s Zeitgeist in Malaysia list throughout March 2014.

Netizens from around the world have turned to this news outlet to keep them updated for both breaking news and obscure information regarding the search efforts.

Apart from LIVE news from 6.30am to 12.30am, the portal also provides a comprehensive analysis regarding the missing flight MH370.

In fifth place, the Kajang by-elections caught the attention of many following the March 23 polls which saw Datin Seri Wan Azizah being claimed as the winner.

Conspiracy theories relating to the missing flight MH370 such as the Bermuda Triangle, Pulau Perak and hijacking came in fourth throughout March.

The top celebrity for the month was Hanez Suraya following her alleged scandal with a married man.

Other search queries that have risen by the largest percentage for the month include MH370 Latest News, MH370 Australia and Malaysia Airlines among others.