Japanese woman charged with concealing baby's birth
Noda Junko pleaded not guilty to a charge of concealing the birth of a baby girl by dumping the infant in a shopping mall toilet in Cheras.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Japan warns of 82% megaquake risk in next 30 years
A Japanese government panel warns of up to an 82% probability that a megaquake - magnitude 8 to 9 - could strike the country within the next 30 years.
Thu Jan 16 2025
2024 was the hottest year on record, scientists say
The World Meteorological Organisation confirms the 1.5C breach, after reviewing data from US, UK, Japan and EU scientists.
Tue Jan 14 2025
Provisional anti-dumping duties on flat-rolled iron, non-alloy steel imports China, India, Japan, S.Korea - MITI
MITI says the move, effective Jan 11, 2025, for up to 120 days, aims to prevent further harm to the domestic industry.
Mon Jan 13 2025
It's About YOUth: Shaping the Future: Girls in Robotics
Nuha Amani and Nuha Rumaisa from Tunku Kurshiah College's Team Ensis Kogeki wowed the nation with their stunning match victory in Japan. They share their passion for robotics and hope to inspire more young girls to dive into STEM and robotics.
Fri Jan 10 2025
The World’s most (and least) powerful passports in 2025
Singapore and Japan break away from the group of six countries that shared top spot last year on the 2025 Henley Passport Index
Fri Jan 10 2025
PM hopes Petronas, Petros hydrogen venture can meet May deadline for facilitation
Ishiba Shigeru says Japan has agreed that it would strengthen collaboration with ASEAN in the area of supply chain resilience.
Fri Jan 10 2025
Japanese PM’s wife enjoys cruise around Tasik Putrajaya
The Japanese Prime Minister's wife also tried painting Malaysian batik with moon kite and hibiscus motifs for wall decoration.
Fri Jan 10 2025
AWANI Tonight 9 Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with @cynthiaAWANI
1. JS-SEZ could add RM125 bil yearly to GDP
2. Japan faces biggest flu outbreak in 25 years
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1. JS-SEZ could add RM125 bil yearly to GDP
2. Japan faces biggest flu outbreak in 25 years
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Thu Jan 09 2025
Japanese PM Ishiba arrives in Malaysia for two-day official visit
This is Shigeru Ishiba's first visit to the country since assuming office in October 2024.
Thu Jan 09 2025
Japanese Gov't approves 2025 draft budget with record defence spending
The Japanese government on Friday approved a draft budget for fiscal year 2025, with a record 8.7 trillion yen marked for defence spending
Fri Dec 27 2024
Japan to ease visas for Chinese visitors, boosting ties and tourism
Japan will ease visa requirements for Chinese visitors, Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya announced Wednesday, aiming to boost tourism and business ties between the neighbouring countries.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels
Japan's environment and industry ministries finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035.
Wed Dec 25 2024
China and Japan expected to discuss seafood ban on Wednesday
Beijing imposed the ban last August after Tokyo began releasing treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant.
Tue Dec 24 2024
Honda, Nissan set to announce launch of integration talks, sources say
Honda and Nissan aim to finalise the integration talks by June 2025, and, if successful, a joint holding company will list its shares.
Mon Dec 23 2024
Biden or Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how
So how could Trump or Biden prevent TikTok from going dark?
Sat Jan 18 2025
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Rocking the cradle: Embracing pregnancy after 40
Age is no longer a barrier for Malaysian women to embrace motherhood, thanks to advancements in fertility treatments.
Sat Jan 18 2025
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?
For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast
Joe Biden's record on the world stage is likely to be heavily defined by his handling of the 15-month war in Gaza.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official
This leaves the incoming Donald Trump administration to make the decision, according to a White House official.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
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- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?
The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market
Apple has been dethroned as China’s top smartphone seller, plunging 17% in 2024. Local brands Vivo and Huawei have overtaken the tech giant, bringing it now to 3rd place.
Fri Jan 17 2025