Football: Colombia shatter American dream in Copa opener
Colombia wrecked the United States' hopes of a winning start to the Copa America Centenario.
Sat Jun 04 2016
Football: Messi, Neymar out as South America World Cup journey begins
Injured Messi and suspended Neymar are just two of a galaxy of stars who will be missing as the long journey to Russia 2018 begins.
Wed Oct 07 2015
It's a third Ballon d'Or for Cristiano Ronaldo
Ronaldo was the star of the night in which James Rodriguez won the goal of the year award and Germany's Joachim Loew was coach of the year.
Tue Jan 13 2015
Colombia's Rodriquez World Cup top scorer
Colombia's young striker James Rodriguez claimed the World Cup's top scorer honours with six goals.
Sun Jul 13 2014
Brazil's Macumba priests ready voodoo dolls for World Cup
Voodoo dolls of Colombian star James Rodriguez, candles in Brazil colors and prayers to deities, Neymar and co are getting full support from the World Cup hosts' Afro-Brazilian religions.
Sat Jul 05 2014
Balls Galore: Brazil make it just; for Uruguay; Suarez is a thing of the past
The action continues after a 48-hour break from top class on-field football action from multiple venues all over Brazil in the first round of the current World Cup.
Sun Jun 29 2014
Rodriguez 'like Maradona', says Uruguay coach
Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez likened James Rodriguez to Diego Maradona after his sublime volley inspired Colombia to a 2-0 victory in the World Cup last 16 on Saturday.
Sun Jun 29 2014
World Cup: Colombia beats Japan 4-1 ending Asian champion's dream
Colombian fans decked out in yellow turned the stadium into a home fixture, hugely outnumbering their Japanese counterparts.
Wed Jun 25 2014
Colombia shrug off Falcao absence to beat Greece
James Rodriguez rounded off a convincing 3-0 win for Colombia over Greece in their opening Group C match at the World Cup on Saturday.
Sun Jun 15 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