'Wish' commemorates Disney's past and present magic
The lavish folk tale draws from the song "When You Wish Upon a Star" from "Pinocchio," about a puppet wishing to become a real boy.
Tue Nov 21 2023
[COLUMNIST] A man the nation needs or deserves: Only time will tell
A year into Anwar Ibrahim's first term as PM, many are still waiting for a magic wand to wave away economic woes and political polarisation.
Fri Oct 20 2023
Soccer - Messi magic continues as Inter Miami reach Leagues Cup final
Lionel Messi notched his ninth goal in six matches as Inter Miami crushed Philadelphia Union 4-1 to reach the Leagues Cup final.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Harry Potter park in Tokyo hopes to enchant Asian fans
The Warner Brothers Studio Tour Tokyo recreates a number of iconic film locations, such as Diagon Alley and the Ministry of Magic.
Thu Jun 15 2023
Japan's Ryuichi Sakamoto, composer of 'The Last Emperor' score, dies aged 71
Ryuichi Sakamoto the Oscar-winning Japanese composer is well known for his scores for "The Last Emperor", "Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence".
Mon Apr 03 2023
Australia to legalise MDMA and magic mushrooms for medical use
The two drugs are currently "prohibited substances" and can only be used in closely controlled clinical trials.
Sat Feb 04 2023
Britain's bruised royals stay silent as Prince Harry lets 'light in on magic'
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have shone not just daylight but a blinding floodlight on the private affairs of the royal family.
Tue Jan 10 2023
Argentina's golden boy on the silver screen? Senna and Diego Maradona director wants to document Messi's magic
Leading documentary director Asif Kapadia wants to bring a Lionel Messi movie to life.
Mon Dec 19 2022
Can magic help to protect nature? This woman thinks so
Megan Swann is a trail-blazing female magician whose tricks hold a vital message.
Sat Jun 11 2022
COVID or no COVID, Beijing diners won't be denied their Peking duck
Zheng Po and his army of chefs have set up stalls on the pavement to keep alive some of the old magic and drum up sales of their big seller.
Wed May 18 2022
Psychologist evaluation of Amber Heard revealed two personality disorders
Heard displays a "reactive," "overly dramatic presentation", using words such as "magical" and "wonderful" to describe events, expert said.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Strengthening impact ecosystem in Malaysia and beyond to address the Sustainable Development Goals
Strengthening impact ecosystem in Malaysia and beyond to address the sustainable development goals
Thu Nov 25 2021
As if by magic, this car's front grille repairs itself
The front grille of this electric SUV can automatically erase marks and scratches, without any human intervention.
Sun Oct 03 2021
12 MP: Digital is the economy
We need to create a bigger pool of entrepreneurs and the government can do this by encouraging more Malaysians to get involved in startups and technology entrepreneurship.
Thu Sep 23 2021
Tom Hanks hails 'magical art' of movies at new LA film museum
The museum addresses controversies as well, including a historical lack of on-screen diversity and the #MeToo movement.
Wed Sep 22 2021
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
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024