In case you missed it, here is a list of news handpicked by an Astro AWANI editor for the week beginning April 25 to May 1, 2016.
Among the top headlines are, Terengganu Menteri Besar accepting his fate after being stripped off all honorific titles by the Terengganu Sultan; Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim appointed as new Bank Negara Malaysia Governor; Sarawak Chief Minister Tan Sri Adenan Satem on the development of the upcoming 11th Sarawak State Election, and Malaysian badminton ace Datuk Lee Chong Wei clinching his second Badminton Asia Championships title.
MONDAY, APRIL 25
Best Mobile Plan in Malaysia 2016: How do I choose?
As a nation officially called social media addicts by comScore, it has become increasingly clear to the telecommunication operators (telcos) in the country that Malaysians want data, and we want lots of it.
Former Miss Malaysia/World 1991, Samantha Schubert dies at 47
TV/film actress and producer, Samantha Schubert died at the Prince Court Medical Centre at 7.16pm Monday after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. The news was confirmed by Schubert’s close acquaintance, actress and producer of Catwoman Productions, Susan Lankester to Astro AWANI.
TUESDAY, APRIL 26
Ahmad Razif accepts Terengganu Sultan's decision
Embattled Terengganu MB Ahmad Razif Abdul Rahman accepts the decision of Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin to revoke all state titles awarded to him. He says as a citizen and leader, he will continue to prove his loyalty to the sultan.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27
Muhammad Ibrahim is the new Bank Negara Governor
Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim replaces Tan Sri Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz as the new BNM Governor. The appointment was announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
WSJ a disgrace to journalism, Malaysians can't believe anything they say - PM's Press Sec
PM Najib's press secretary, Datuk Seri Tengku Sariffuddin Tengku Ahmad slams The Wall Street Journal for its apparent disregard for facts, when reporting on the appointment of the new BNM governor.
THURSDAY, APRIL 28
Taxi drivers, your fight isn't with Uber
An opinion piece on the issue between taxi drivers and Uber. It looks like it will continue to go on until the government steps in and gives out an ultimatum.
Police, Hindu hardliners halt church wedding
A group of hardline Hindu activists and police stormed a church in central India and stopped a wedding midway after accusing the pastor of forcefully converting the bride to Christianity.
FRIDAY, APRIL 29
Sarawak Memilih: Agenda AWANI Special interview with Tan Sri Adenan Satem
Agenda AWANI Special speaks to Sarawak Chief Minister Tan Sri Adenan Satem on the development of the upcoming 11th Sarawak State Election and the future of the rakyat in the Land of the Hornbills.
'Panda suit' man shot by police had 'bomb' made from candy bars
A man who threatened to blow up a local Baltimore TV station dressed head-to-toe in a bear costume was carrying chocolate bars made to resemble an explosive device.
SATURDAY, APRIL 30
Police found dead in ditch in Muar
Roydin Jamaludin, 37, was found dead in a ditch along Jalan Kampung Tengah, Sungai Abong in Johor with multiple wounds on his body.
Family of Malaysian found dead in Vietnam hotel short of funds to bring body back
The family of Mohd Azhar Abdul Wahab, 33, who was found dead in a hotel room in Ho Chi Minh City is unable to bring home his remains to Kulim because they do not have RM40,000.
SUNDAY, MAY 1
Lee Chong Wei claims second Badminton Asia Championships title after 10 years
Malaysian badminton ace Datuk Lee Chong Wei extended his winning streak against world number one, Chen Long to clinch his second Badminton Asia Championships title at Wuhan, China.
Rajinikanth's 'Kabali' trailer release generates buzz among netizens
The much-anticipated Kabali film trailer starring Tamil film legend Rajinikanth generated much buzz on social media.
Hamzah Hamid
Mon May 02 2016
Astro AWANI Editor's Picks for the week beginning April 25 to May 1, 2016.
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
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.
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.
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.
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.