Bolsonaro in Florida hospital; 1,000 supporters detained after Brasilia riots
The mobs rampaged through Congress, the Supreme Court and presidential offices, smashing windows, furniture and artwork.
Tue Jan 10 2023
Bolsonaro's Florida stay puts ball in Biden's court after Brasilia riots
Joe Biden is now facing mounting pressure to remove Bolsonaro from his self-imposed exile in suburban Orlando.
Mon Jan 09 2023
Brazil's Bolsonaro in hospital after feeling discomfort
Bolsonaro felt unwell, with abdominal discomfort, and went to the hospital to be tested as he has a history of intestinal obstructions.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Brazil's Bolsonaro hospitalised to find cause of hiccups, presidency says
Bolsonaro is at the military hospital in Brasilia and is expected to be under observation for between 24 and 48 hours.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Brazil's Bolsonaro threatens to punch reporter in the mouth
The reporter asked about a report in a magazine linking First Lady Michelle Bolsonaro to Fabrcio Queiroz, a retired police.
Mon Aug 24 2020
Brazil arrests more than 90 in paedophile crack down
Brazilian police arrest more than 90 people accused of being part of a massive paedophilia ring in a nation-wide operation.
Sat Oct 21 2017
Brazil Senate approves 20-year spending freeze
The upper house voted 53 to 16 to lock in the spending ceiling.
Wed Dec 14 2016
Pogba inspires France into World Cup last eight
A Paul Pogba header and a Joseph Yobo own goal saw France edge a hard-fought contest with Nigeria 2-0 in Brasilia on Monday to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
Tue Jul 01 2014
Police strike in Brazil World Cup cities
Brazilian police demanding better conditions and more pay went on strike Wednesday, just 37 days before the country hosts the World Cup.
Thu May 08 2014
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
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024