US judge orders Google to open up app store to competition
The order bars Google from paying device makers to preinstall its app store and from sharing Play store revenue with other app distributors.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Flood-hit Central Europe fortifies towns as waters and death toll rise
Dozens of towns and cities across central Europe deluged by devastating floods.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Taylor Swift wins seven VMAs, tying Beyonce for lifetime lead
Taylor Swift snagged the top prize, video of the year, for her bleak, black-and-white video "Fortnight" featuring Post Malone.
Thu Sep 12 2024
The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang
The Esplanade is known for key moments like the lowering of the British flag and the declaration of independence on August 31, 1957.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Most top Malaysian firms expose customers, staff, and stakeholders to email fraud, attacks - Proofpoint
Only 11 pct of Malaysian companies in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 have implemented the recommended top-level email authentication.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Biden weighs presidential race exit as Trump prepares for big moment
The fortunes of the two candidates appeared to be on opposite trajectories in the run-up to the Nov. 5 election.
Fri Jul 19 2024
China's changing fortunes
Rumours of China's demise come and go, but how it responds to the current crisis will have far-ranging consequences.
Sat Jun 08 2024
South Korea on alert for balloons dropping trash from North
South Korea's military said unidentified objects believed to be from North Korea were seen near the heavily fortified border.
Wed May 29 2024
Vibrant semiconductor industry fortifies Malaysia's role as reliable regional partner - PM
PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlights Malaysia's appeal amidst escalating tensions and trade restrictions in microchips.
Thu May 23 2024
Malaysia actively engage with ASEAN counterparts to fortify energy connectivity - DPM Fadillah
Fadillah Yusof said Malaysia is actively engaged with its ASEAN counterparts to propel regional initiatives such as the ASEAN Power Grid.
Mon May 13 2024
Ahmad Rejal left profound impact on journalism in Malaysia - PM
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today described the deeds and contributions put forth by National Journalism Laureate 2014 Datuk Ahmad Rejal Arbee Mohamed Isa Arbee as profound
Fri Mar 29 2024
South Africa's former president Zuma barred from running in upcoming elections
South Africa's Electoral Commission said Thursday it has disqualified former President Jacob Zuma from contesting for a seat in parliament in the forthcoming election to be held on May 29.
Fri Mar 29 2024
How Russia has managed to shake off the impact of sanctions – with a little help from its friends
Fortunately for Russia, China has been a somewhat willing partner.
Sun Mar 03 2024
It’s the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac - associated with good fortune, wisdom and success
Because of the dragon's auspicious associations, dragon years tend to bring upticks in fertility rates.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Motor racing - Petronas aiming to bring back Malaysian Formula 1 GP in 2026 - sources
Petronas, Malaysia's only Fortune 500 company, won naming rights to the SIC for three years in October last year.
Wed Jan 31 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
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