Japan's PM cancels Central Asia, Mongolia trip after earthquake risk warning
The meteorological agency warned of a higher probability of a huge earthquake in the Nankai trough.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Pope wraps up Mongolia trip, says Church not bent on conversion
The historic trip took on international connotations because of Pope Francis' overtures to its neighbour China over freedom of religion.
Mon Sep 04 2023
Malaysia was resilient amid COVID-19 challenges - World Bank
The World Bank said Malaysia leads the way in a survey which included Cambodia, Indonesia, Mongolia, the Philippines and Vietnam.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Four dead, 49 missing in China mine collapse
A mudslide has disrupted rescue operations at a coal mine collapse in China's Inner Mongolia region that killed at least four people.
Thu Feb 23 2023
Altantuya's family wins suit, awarded RM5 million damages
The family of Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu was today awarded RM5 million in damages by the High Court over the woman's death in 2006.
Fri Dec 16 2022
Court sets Aug 30 to deliver verdict on RM100 mln suit by Altantuya's family
The High Court has set Aug 30 to deliver its decision in an RM100 million suit filed by the family of Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu over the woman's death in 2006.
Fri May 20 2022
Altantuya lodged police report stating to look for Razak Baginda if something happened to her - Witness
The High Court was told that murdered Mongolian Altantuya Shaariibuu had lodged a police report the same day she went missing almost 16 years ago.
Wed May 18 2022
Soccer-Moriyasu delights in Japan's record World Cup win
The win was Japan's fifth in a row in World Cup qualifying and came on the heels of their 3-0 victory over fierce rival South Korea.
Wed Mar 31 2021
Mongolian prime minister resigns after COVID-19 protests
Khurelsukh said in a resignation statement: "Assume the responsibility upon himself and accept the demand of the public."
Fri Jan 22 2021
China says to share lunar samples with other countries
China has not disclosed the amount of samples that it had retrieved but is willing to share lunar samples with the relevant countries.
Thu Dec 17 2020
China's moon probe lands back on Earth - State media
China's Chang'e-5 moon probe has landed in the northern Chinese region of Inner Mongolia.
Thu Dec 17 2020
Mongolia records first local coronavirus transmission
Authorities have ordered a three-day lockdown in Ulaanbaatar, with schools also closed.
Thu Nov 12 2020
MMEA detains tanker, fishing boat in waters off Kota Tinggi
The tanker detained in the waters off Kota Tinggi did not have permission from the director of the Marine Department to berth in Malaysia.
Sun Sep 20 2020
Federal Court to hear on Oct 21 Najib's bid to intervene in Azilah's review
Federal Court deputy registrar Zarifah Zainal Abidin also fixed Dec 8 for hearing of Azilah Hadri's review application.
Fri Jul 17 2020
Teenager dies of the bubonic plague: What you should know
The plague has recently made a comeback with the World Health Organisation (WHO) categorizing it as a re-emerging disease.
Thu Jul 16 2020
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