In Lebanon, dire straits is an understatement
In Lebanon many of its citizens are more worried about whether their families will have food on the table in the coming days.
Fri Mar 26 2021
Invitation to join #RasuahBusters and be the conscience of the nation
We are calling out to all Malaysians to join us and be an agent of change for #RasuahBusters.
Mon Feb 15 2021
Ambiga: Wrong to Expect Others to Give Up Their Seat for You
There are those who are prepared to fall on their sword and give up their seat for Anwar Ibrahim. However, as a matter of grace and propriety, no one should be put in that difficult position.
Mon Aug 06 2018
LBS Bina's Lim Hock San: No Room for Nepotism in Management
From the Murdoch media empire to the Trump White House to theĀ chaebolsĀ of South Korea, having your empire controlled by family members has caused controversy as much as it has generated cash.
Wed Jan 31 2018
Avoid corruption, power abuse and misappropriation - Kedah Sultan
The Sultan says they must not only be seen as clean, but should also practise good values, besides being free of all forms of corruption and nepotism.
Sun Jan 15 2017
Trump's son-in-law Kushner to become senior White House adviser
Kushner, 35, who is married to Trump's daughter Ivanka, is taking the post after receiving legal counsel that doing so would not violate U.S. anti-nepotism law, transition officials said.
Tue Jan 10 2017
Outcry over rise of Russian footballer with Putin pal dad
The unexpected rise of a little-known defender with a very influential father has embroiled one of Russia's top clubs in a high-profile dressing room spat over alleged nepotism.
Thu May 07 2015
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