Trump says his term is ending, transition will be orderly
Trump acknowledged defeat in the Nov. 3 election for the first time, after a day of chaos and destruction on Capitol Hill.
Thu Jan 07 2021
US Congress certifies Biden win hours after harrowing Capitol Hill assault
Immediately after the certification, the White House released a statement from Trump in which he pledged an "orderly transition" on Jan. 20.
Thu Jan 07 2021
Facebook changing 'race-blind' hate speech policy
Facebook said it has also become more precise about the hate speech that its software seeks out.
Fri Dec 04 2020
China and U.S. economies diverge over coronavirus response
The real difference between the United States and China is Washington has been arguing over stimulus issues on Capitol Hill.
Thu Oct 22 2020
Some toast Comey testimony, others shrug at U.S. bar 'watch parties'
From Capitol Hill to San Francisco's Castro district, television "watch parties" beckoned politics buffs to taverns, restaurants and living rooms to view an event some likened to the "Super Bowl."
Fri Jun 09 2017
'I was all set to terminate': Inside Trump's sudden shift on NAFTA
President Donald Trump was set to announce Saturday, on the 100th day of his presidency, that he was withdrawing from the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Fri Apr 28 2017
Chasing after Pokemon: Our new national obsession
Pokemon Go, an augmented reality game that uses your smartphone's GPS to send you all over your city on a scavenger hunt for mythical Japanese creatures, Pokmon, is hotter than hula hoops in 1958.
Mon Jul 25 2016
Ryan rejects running for majority leader
Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., has quietly and firmly shut the door on any prospect of being part of the GOP's elected House leadership team.
Tue Jun 17 2014
Asian shares slip as US lawmakers dig in over shutdown
The dollar slipped further against the yen and euro as the budget stand-off on Capitol Hill approaches a seventh day with no end in sight.
Mon Oct 07 2013
Chinese dissident receives human rights award
Blind dissident Chen Guangcheng received an award from a human rights group in a ceremony attended by several US lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Tue Jan 29 2013
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
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