MOH to immediately fill vacant posts of contract doctors - Dr Zaliha
Dr Zaliha Mustafa said that immediate measures were taken to avoid shortage of medical officers in addition to ensuring the smooth running of the national health service.
Tue Jun 20 2023
Britain begins world's largest trial of blood test for 50 types of cancer
The test could be a game changer for early cancer detection and we are excited to be leading this important research, Sasieni said.
Mon Sep 13 2021
With tears and flowers, Britain mourns 'hero' Captain Tom Moore
Moore, who raised tens of millions of pounds for the National Health Service by walking up and down his garden, leaning on a frame, died on Tuesday.
Wed Feb 03 2021
COVID toll turns spotlight on Europe's taboo of data by race
Whether minority communities trust hospital staff to treat them fairly, or have equal access to healthcare, could also play a role.
Thu Nov 19 2020
UK is past the peak, says PM Johnson, promising lockdown exit plan
Holding his first news conference since recovering from COVID-19, Johnson offered hope to locked-down Britons, but urged them to stick with restrictions designed to slow the spread of the virus.
Fri May 01 2020
Hackers exploit stolen U.S. spy agency tool to launch global cyberattack
Cyber extortionists tricked victims into opening malicious malware attachments to spam emails that appeared to contain invoices, job offers, security warnings and other legitimate files.
Sat May 13 2017
Meet the British doctor who left his hospital job to join the Islamic State
A UK doctor, Issam Abuanza left his job, wife and two children to join the Islamic State.
Thu May 26 2016
UK health volunteers head to S. Leone to tackle Ebola
A first group of volunteers from Britain's state National Health Service left for Sierra Leone on Saturday to join the Ebola epidemic fightback.
Sun Nov 23 2014
Too many British men shun the doctor, survey finds
A survey of men in the UK finds that more than two thirds would only see a doctor if they have an urgent health problem.
Tue Mar 05 2013
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