Thailand to prosecute security personnel over deaths of 78 protesters in 2004 crackdown
The crackdown has since killed more than 7,600 people in Thailand's predominantly Muslim provinces near Malaysia.
Wed Sep 18 2024
Two Malaysians injured in bomb blast in Narathiwat
The Consul General of Malaysia in Songkhla said both the women from Tumpat, Kelantan suffered minor injuries following the bomb blast.
Tue May 07 2024
Court sets Oct 8 for businessman to undertake "sumpah laknat" over divorce pronouncement on wife
The Court made the order after finding that the testimony by Wan Nor Shakirin that Rahaman Mohamed Jaafar had divorced her was not strong.
Wed Sep 13 2023
Thailand police seek PDRM's help to trace the owners of the fireworks warehouse in Narathiwat
The two owners of the fireworks warehouse were believed to have fled to Malaysia before the incident.
Thu Aug 03 2023
Twelve killed in Thailand as firecrackers explode at warehouse
More than 200 houses surrounding the unauthorised warehouse were damaged by the explosion, affecting 365 people.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Three suspected militants killed in shootout with security forces in Narathiwat
Three men believed to be militants were killed in a shootout with security forces in Narathiwat, Thailand, on Friday.
Sat Jan 21 2023
Thai police distribute pictures of Malaysian woman kidnapped in Tumpat
Thai police have distributed photographs of a Malaysian woman who was kidnapped from her home in Tumpat last week to all 19 police stations in Narathiwat province to help locate the woman.
Sun Sep 18 2022
Police tighten controls following explosions at Tak Bai, Narathiwat
Kelantan police will tighten control and increase intelligence operations following the explosion and shooting incident at Tak Bai town in Narathiwat, Thailand, last night.
Thu May 26 2022
No proof of ambush attack at Narathiwat originated from Malaysia
Shafien said the allegations had no solid basis as there was no such evidence submitted by the Thai military.
Wed Aug 04 2021
COVID-19: Thailand detects prison cluster, 112 test positive in Narathiwat
A total of 112 individuals, including prison inmates and officials, in Narathiwat in Thailand, tested positive for COVID-19.
Sun Apr 04 2021
Thai police seizes 600 kg 'ice' destined for Malaysia
Thai authorities have confiscated 600 kilogrammes of 'ice' (methamphetamine) in Narathiwat worth about 210 million baht (RM28.3 million), believed to be destined for Malaysia.
Tue Aug 11 2020
COVID-19: Thailand reports one new case, another death
The latest fatality was a 80-year-old Thai man from the southern province of Narathiwat.
Tue Jun 02 2020
COVID-19: Thailand reports four new cases, no deaths
Thailand has reported four new COVID-19 cases involving its citizens returning from abroad and no new deaths over the last 24 hours, bringing the tally to 3,081 with 57 fatalities.
Sun May 31 2020
COVID-19: Thailand continues to record single-digit new cases
Another two cases are linked to previously confirmed cases - one in Bangkok and one in the southern province of Narathiwat.
Sun May 10 2020
Thailand reports 91 new coronavirus cases and one death
The latest death was of a patient in Narathiwat province bordering Malaysia.
Fri Mar 27 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