3 shot and 5 in custody after gunfire disrupts Philadelphia Eid event, police say
Nearly 1,000 people attended the annual Eid al-Fitr event, that came to a sudden end when some 30 shots rang out.
Thu Apr 11 2024
Gazans live on memories of past Eid festivals as war ruins special day
After six months of war, their focus is on surviving Israeli air strikes, shelling, a ground offensive and a humanitarian crisis.
Thu Apr 11 2024
UN chief says he is heartbroken that many Muslims in Gaza, Sudan not able to celebrate Eid
Every year, I express my best wishes for Eid al-Fitr to the Muslim community around the world, Antonio Guterres said.
Wed Apr 10 2024
Gaza still hungry as aid trickles in before Eid festival
Palestinians in Gaza said the extra supplies were still nowhere near enough to ease harsh conditions with nearly all the tiny.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Indonesia's annual exodus starts ahead of Eid al-Fitr festivities
Millions travelling to their home town in a mass exodus known locally as "mudik", and usually marked by hours of traffic jams.
Tue Apr 09 2024
'This is madness': Libya's bitter divisions split Eid holiday
While East Libya settles for Friday as Eid, West Libya said they had not seen the moon and the holiday would not begin until Saturday.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Shootouts in Sudan capital on Eid holiday, army moves in on foot
International efforts to broker a temporary truce over the three day holiday and allow civilians to reach safety have so far failed.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Modi conveys Aidilfitri greetings to Anwar and the people of Malaysia
Narendra Modi extended his wishes for greater harmony, peace and solidarity among all across the world on the occasion of Eid-al-Fitr.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Sudan RSF fighters agree to 72-hour ceasefire for Eid holiday
The truce opens humanitarian corridors to evacuate citizens and give the opportunity to greet their families, the RSF said.
Fri Apr 21 2023
Malaysian volunteers collect food for needy to tackle Ramadan waste
In the first three weeks of the fasting month, GEMA collected 20 tonnes of leftover food from Ramadan bazaars for the low-income households.
Thu Apr 20 2023
Inflation crimps Eid festivities for Karachi orphans
The crisis drove inflation to a record high of 35% in March, following a depreciating rupee currency.
Thu Apr 20 2023
Muslims around the world celebrate Eid Al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr, the holiday marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, is being celebrated worldwide on Monday.
Mon May 02 2022
Muslims mark Eid al-Fitr holiday with joy, worry
This year, Muslims around the world are observing Eid al-Fitr in the shadow of a surge in global food prices.
Mon May 02 2022
Muslims in Thailand celebrate Aidilfitri on Monday
Muslims in Thailand will be celebrating Eid-Al Fitri on Monday, announced Sheikul Islam of Thailand, Aziz Phitakkumpon.
Sun May 01 2022
Malaysia mulls shutdown of richest state amid COVID-19 surge
Selangor is a key contributor to gross domestic product and employment as the country's shipping hub and industrial capital.
Mon May 17 2021
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