Bangladesh crimes tribunal issues arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister
The tribunal proceedings saw prosecutors request arrest warrants for 50 individuals, including ex-PM Sheikh Hasina.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Court allows prosecution's application to postpone arraignment of Abuya's sons
The Court allowed the arrangement of the three brothers to Dec 19 as requested by Melaka Chief Syarie.
Thu Oct 10 2024
Bangladesh recalls five envoys in major diplomatic reshuffle
Bangladesh has recalled five envoys, including the ambassador to neighbouring India.
Mon Oct 07 2024
PM's visit to Bangladesh symbol of solidarity
This is the first visit by head of foreign government since the formation of interim government led by Dr Muhammad Yunus.
Fri Oct 04 2024
AWANI Tonight: The dangers of anaemia in children
Universiti Malaya's Prof Dr Muhammad Yazid Jamaludin weighs in on the dangers and risks of anaemia in children, a common yet overlooked condition in the country.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Oct 30 decision on whether Najib to enter defence in 1MDB case
Justice Datuk Collin Lawrence Sequerah will decide whether to call Najib to enter his defence on the charges or to acquit him.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Judge questions Najib's counsel on distinction between personal and political spending
Lead counsel Muhammad Shafee said Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak had used RM300 million from 1MDB for the 2013 general election.
Tue Oct 01 2024
AGC yet to decide on Sanusi’s second representation in sedition case
The Kedah Menteri Besar's first representation was dismissed by the AGC in May.
Fri Sep 27 2024
Tamil actor Vijay cements 'GOAT' status with latest blockbuster film
The movie garnered approximately RM2.4 million in advance cinema ticket sales in Malaysia alone before its release.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Muhammad Ziyad not disappointed with silver medal feat but rather happy to overcome tragic Tokyo 2020 episode
Muhammad Ziyad said what was important for him is to be able to get back on the podium after missing out on a similar opportunity in Tokyo.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Nur Farah Kartini's murder case: Oct 7 for submission of chemist, post mortem reports
Deputy Public Prosecutor Asma Che Wan told the court that the prosecution was still waiting for the reports.
Fri Aug 30 2024
Court sets 15 days to hear Hamzah Zainudin’s son’s trial for accepting RM100,000 bribe
The Sessions Court set beginning March 24 next year to hear the corruption case of Muhammad Faisal Hamzah.
Thu Aug 29 2024
Lack of clarity in Najib’s interest in 1MDB - Defence
Tan Sri Shafee Abdullah said the prosecution failed to define Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak's personal interest in 1MDB.
Tue Aug 20 2024
INSIGHT - Bangladesh student protesters plan new party to cement their revolution
Their hope: to avoid a repeat of the last 15 years, in which Sheikh Hasina ruled the country of some 170 million with an iron fist.
Sun Aug 18 2024
Tragic end: Father of Muhammad Nidza Afham comes to terms with son’s death
The body found in the river near the Sungai Klang bridge has been identified as Muhammad Nidza Afham Mokhtar.
Thu Aug 15 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
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