"Please recite the Al-Fatihah if I pass on" - M Daud Kilau
Synonymous with the title of Raja Gelek Malaysia, the life of M Daud Kilau has been different lately. Having been an artist all his life, his love for performing on stage has never faded.
Wed Sep 30 2020
Najib, Zahid express condolences over passing of Jins Shamsuddin
"Sad to receive news of the passing of Tan Sri Jins Shamsuddin. Condolences to the family. May his soul be blessed. Al Fatihah," he said in a post on his Twitter account tonight.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Dewan Rakyat observes one-minute silence for MH370 tragedy
The Dewan Rakyat today observed a minute of silence to mark the second anniversary of the disappearance of the Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.
Tue Mar 08 2016
Country mourns the demise of Tunku Abdul Jalil
Many took to social media to recite the Al-Fatihah to the news of the death of Tunku Laksamana Johor, Tunku Abdul Jalil.
Sat Dec 05 2015
PM, DPM and other leaders offer condolences to family of late Nik Aziz
PM tweeted his condolences "Innalillahiwainnalilahirajiun. I am saddened by the demise of Tok Guru Datuk Nik Aziz Nik Mat. May his soul rest in peace, 'Al-Fatihah'
Fri Feb 13 2015
MH17: Shaikh Mohd Noor's wish to have the world offer him Al-Fatihah fulfilled
Shaikh Mohd Noor told his colleagues he wished that he would die during a flight so that the whole world would also pray and offer him the Al-Fatihah.
Fri Sep 19 2014
UMNO delegates offer Al-Fatihah to missing party member
The recital was led by president Najib Razak for Pekan Umno's Jamali Jani and his son, Megat Mohd Nazli, who were feared drowned in the Kuantan floods.
Thu Dec 05 2013
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024