If you can’t beat 'em? European politicians embrace TikTok despite security fears
Mainstream politicians are wary of ceding ground to fringe parties who have successfully exploited its short video format.
Fri Apr 12 2024
Gaza combat resurges as Israeli tanks storm back into areas they left
Israel said its forces had killed dozens of Hamas fighters overnight in clashes in Beit Lahiya on Gaza's northern fringe.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Vietnam to reopen resort island to foreign tourists to boost economy
Vietnam plans to reopen the beach-fringed island of Phu Quoc to foreign tourists from next month.
Fri Sep 10 2021
Le Pen goes from fringe right-winger to major contender
The National Front's views were once considered extreme. Now, leaders say, they're mainstream.
Mon Apr 24 2017
Stars shimmer on Oscar red carpet as diamonds and gold have their day
Emma Stone sparkled in a 1920s inspired gold fringed Givenchy gown, as "Hidden Figures" supporting actress contender Octavia Spencer opted for a silvery Marchesa adorned with a flounce of feathers.
Mon Feb 27 2017
'The Wire' star Lance Reddick joins Kate Bosworth 'The Domestics'
Lance Reddick is set to join Kate Bosworth and Tyler Hoechlin in the upcoming post-apocalyptic thriller "The Domestics" reports The Hollywood Reporter.
Thu Dec 01 2016
On China's fringes, cyber spies raise their game
Almost a year after students ended pro-democracy street protests in Hong Kong, they face an online battle against China-sponsored hackers using techniques rarely elsewhere according to Western experts
Tue Dec 01 2015
Behati Prinslooo is Bang-ing!
The model is our current hairspiration, influencing us to take the plunge and carry a fringe!
Wed Oct 08 2014
Heavy combat in Ukraine as Russia warns European peace at risk
Several people died in intense fighting on Monday on the fringes of Ukraine's rebel-held town of Slavyansk.
Mon May 05 2014
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