In case you missed it, here is a list of news handpicked by an Astro AWANI editor for the week beginning July 4 to 10, 2016.
Among the top headlines are, the suicide blast which struck outside one of Islam's holiest sites, the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah on Monday, the involvement of Daish militants in the Puchong bombing and Portugal's victory over Wales to reach the Euro 2016 final.
MONDAY, JULY 4
The day my husband and I got divorced was one of our most romantic moments
Twelve years ago, my ex-husband Michael and I got divorced. Even during our best times, we were not a cutesy couple that fed each other bites of toast or leaned in for an intimate moment while doing the dishes.
Movida club bombing was Daish's work - IGP
Police today confirmed that the bombing at a nightclub in Puchong last week was the work of Daish militants.
8 cool free features of the Microsoft Windows 10 Anniversary Update
Microsoft Corp. recently announced that the Windows 10 Anniversary Update is coming to all Windows 10 devices for free on August 2, 2016.
TUESDAY, JULY 5
Aidilfitri to be celebrated on July 6
Muslims in Malaysia celebrated Hari Raya Aidilfitri on Wednesday, July 6.
MARA offers financing, consultation to food truck entrepreneurs
Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) has been offering its Business Upgrading Financing Scheme (SPiM) to food truck entrepreneurs who operate businesses using vehicle, shipping container, cabin or caravan since May 11.
Blast outside Prophet's Mosque in Madinah
A suicide blast struck Monday in Saudi Arabia outside one of Islam's holiest sites, the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, a Saudi-owned television channel reported.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 6
'I didn't instruct supporters to launch attack in Malaysia' - Daish militant
A Daish militant refuted allegations that he has been giving out instructions to locals to launch attacks in Malaysia.
Woman shot dead in front of own daughter
A woman was shot dead in front of her daughter at Taman OUG, Jalan Klang Lama in Bukit Jalil, around 2.45pm.
THURSDAY, JULY 7
Two hacked to death in Dutamas pub
Two people were hacked to death at a pub at Solaris Dutamas, while another victim is in a critical condition.
Football: Portugal celebrates Ronaldo's new epic
Tens of thousands of fans packed into one of Lisbon's main squares exploded with joy as Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal completed their landmark win over Wales to reach the Euro 2016 final.
'I will not return to UMNO' - Shafie Apdal
Former UMNO vice president, Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal today insisted that he will not return to the party.
FRIDAY, JULY 8
21 injured in Taipei train explosion
At least 21 people were injured following an explosion on Thursday night on a commuter train in Taipei, reported Channel News Asia.
Guan Eng warns Penang think tank over safeguarding state government image
Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng has warned the state think tank Penang Institute not to tarnish the image of the state government which funded it.
SATURDAY, JULY 9
Ministry to take action against sale, promotion of Kangen water - Dr Noor Hisham
The Health Ministry will take action against the sale or promotion of Kangen water, a certain alkaline water filter which can allegedly produce ‘miracle water’ that can treat 150 chronic illnesses.
Real estate agent dies after falling and knocking head against rock
A real estate agent died after knocking her head against a rock as she fell into a four-metre hole at Lubuk Cermai, Hulu Dungun early Friday.
SUNDAY, JULY 10
MMA: WWE Superstar Brock Lesnar beats top UFC heavyweight Mark Hunt
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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.
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.