Philippines to probe sinking of overloaded boat that killed at least 26
Authorities rescued 40 people after the vessel sank in strong winds, meaning it was carrying many more passengers than it was designed for.
Fri Jul 28 2023
Residents camp out in fear of more quakes in northern Philippines
Fearful residents spent the night sleeping outdoors after a powerful earthquake rattled the northern island of Luzon.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Powerful 7.1 earthquake strikes Philippines; at least 5 dead
At least 64 people were injured with 173 buildings damaged and 58 landslides were also reported in the aftermath, officials said.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Powerful 7.1 earthquake strikes Philippines; at least 4 dead
Abalos said 173 buildings were damaged and 58 landslides reported, with 44 of the 60 injured in Abra province.
Wed Jul 27 2022
Philippine ferry catches fire at sea, 7 dead
The blaze forced passengers and crew to jump into the sea.
Mon May 23 2022
Magnitude 6.3 earthquake strikes south of Philippines' Luzon island
An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 struck the Mindoro region of the Philippines.
Fri Dec 25 2020
The Philippines' Typhoon Vamco, Malaysia issues advisory
After the devastating impact of Super Typhoon Goni just several weeks ago which left at least 25 people dead, Typhoon Vamco had struck Philippines main Luzon island overnight.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Typhoon Vamco lashes main Philippine island, kills one
Nearby dams are close to spilling, which could aggravate flooding.
Thu Nov 12 2020
Ten dead, three missing as 2020's strongest typhoon slams Philippines
At least 10 people died and three others were missing after Typhoon Goni, the world's strongest typhoon this year, barrelled through the south of the Philippines' main island of Luzon on Sunday.
Mon Nov 02 2020
Typhoon Molave lashes main Philippine island, 12 fishermen missing
Typhoon Molave caused flooding and prompted forced evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people.
Mon Oct 26 2020
Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines
SEAGF president Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Jaafar handed the flag to the Philippines Olympic Committee (POC) president Jose Cojuangco Jr. who in turn presented it to Alan Peter Cayetano.
Thu Aug 31 2017
Magnitude 6.2 quake hits Philippine island of Luzon, jolts buildings
There were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries in the quake, which the United States Geological Survey earlier measured at 6.6.
Fri Aug 11 2017
Philippines evacuates thousands ahead of Christmas typhoon
It is expected to hit the country's main island of Luzon, including the capital Manila, on Monday.
Sat Dec 24 2016
Strong typhoon set to wallop Philippines over Christmas
Nock-Ten was expected to be packing winds of up to 194 kilometres (120 miles) an hour and gusts of nearly 241 kilometres an hour when it hit the eastern tip of the archipelago's main island of Luzon.
Fri Dec 23 2016
Thousands flee as typhoon smashes into Philippines
Typhoon Sarika smashed into the main Philippine island of Luzon early Sunday, ripping off roofs, toppling power lines and forcing more than 12,000 people to flee.
Sun Oct 16 2016
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
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024