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[COLUMNIST] Lighting up lives: How solar power is transforming Orang Asal villages in Sabah
For years, families in these villages relied on diesel generators, but the high cost of fuel and maintenance meant electricity was a luxury.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Syndicate impersonating prison officers to defraud inmates' families - Prisons Dept
The scam was uncovered after victims reported suspicious WhatsApp texts from multiple numbers to the department.
Wed Mar 05 2025

Kieran Culkin claims supporting actor honor as Oscars kick off
Culkin, who started acting as a child, was honored for playing one of two cousins who travel to Poland to study their family's history.
Mon Mar 03 2025

397 people still at seven PPS in Sabah
The number of flood victims in the Telupid and Paitan districts has not changed much with 119 families still at relief centres.
Fri Feb 28 2025

185 children linked to GISB handed over to families - Exco
The children have been handed over to their families on bond with conditions by the court.
Fri Feb 21 2025

Freed hostages bring signs of life from depths of Gaza tunnels
Marking 500 days of captivity, hostage families and supporters protested across Israel, demanding the release of captives in Gaza.
Wed Feb 19 2025

R. Kelly's sex trafficking conviction upheld
Federal appeals court conclude that the singer exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women.
Thu Feb 13 2025

Malaysian court orders government, analyst to pay damages in Mongolian murder case
Court orders Abdul Razak Baginda to pay a total of more than 9 million ringgit to the family of murdered Mongolian Altantuya Shaariibuu.
Wed Feb 12 2025
![[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life [OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81663645476_demensia.jpg)
[OPINION] Educating families for a better dementia quality of life
Studies suggest social support plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for dementia patients.
Tue Feb 11 2025

Thaipusam: A symbol of perseverance, unity and sacrifice - PM
Thaipusam is a testament to how society can unite in an atmosphere full of respect, togetherness and family, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Tue Feb 11 2025

A Gaza family's journey home to the ruins
They express excitement about going home, plans for tough days ahead, and the fear and hardship endured during 15 months of war.
Sun Feb 09 2025

Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life
Even if the deceased was a registered organ donor pledger, we still require the family's consent, says Dr Mohd Syafiq Ismail Azman.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025

Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify
Alphabet's Google announces updates to its Gemini family of large language models.
Thu Feb 06 2025

Family of American killed on Malaysian Airlines flight can sue Russian bank, US court rules
The flight was shot down over DPR-controlled territory in eastern Ukraine by a surface-to-air missile, killing all 298 people on board.
Wed Feb 05 2025

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
![[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress [COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-03/81741686561_EMIR.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025