Strong earthquake hits Minahasa Peninsula, Sulawesi
A strong earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale has occurred in the Minahassa Peninsula, Sulawesi at 3:51 am.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Asteroid that doomed the dinosaurs originated beyond Jupiter
The impact shattered the asteroid, scattering debris globally, leaving a clay layer still present today from that catastrophic event.
Sun Aug 18 2024
Diesel price down by 5 sen in Peninsular Malaysia, no change in petrol prices
The prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol will remain unchanged at RM3.47 and RM2.05 per litre respectively from Aug 15 to 21.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Diesel price in Peninsula set at RM3.35 per litre starting June 10
Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the fixed price and targeted diesel subsidy implementation would see the govt save RM4 billion per year.
Mon Jun 10 2024
RM4 bln estimated savings from diesel subsidy to free up govt fiscal space
BUDI MADANI will benefit 700,000 diesel vehicle owners in total, covering about half of active diesel vehicles in Peninsular Malaysia.
Fri May 31 2024
Gov't to implement targeted diesel subsidy involving consumers in Peninsular Malaysia - PM
The targeted subsidy will not involve consumers in Sabah and Sarawak as it was used in nearly every family's vehicle in both states.
Tue May 21 2024
KLIA shooting: Police seeking information from suspect’s family, acquaintances - IGP
Police said Hafizul Harawi's photographs had also been distributed at all entry points in the north of the Peninsula.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Malaysia open to extending China-led rail project to Thai border
The RM50.27 billion railway is on track to connect the east and west coasts of peninsular Malaysia by the end of 2026.
Thu Mar 28 2024
Government extends subsidy period for Hari Raya flight tickets to East Malaysia by another day - Loke
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said any cost above the maximum price of the airfare from peninsula to East M'sia will be borne by the govt.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Iceland volcano still pouring out fountains of lava
Magma had been accumulating underground on the Reykjanes peninsula near Iceland's capital Reykjavik since the last eruption in February.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Iceland volcano fades but leaves residents in the cold
The eruption left a trail of damage to roads and pipelines, cutting hot water to parts of Reykjanes peninsula during freezing temperatures.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Over 14,000 people remain evacuated 1 month after Japan quake
More than 14,000 people remained evacuated Thursday, one month after a magnitude-7.6 earthquake hit the Noto Peninsula in central Japan.
Fri Feb 02 2024
Japan earthquake survivors battle unsanitary conditions with no running water
Some areas in the isolated Noto peninsula may not have water restored for another two months, the government of Ishikawa prefecture said.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Water tariff adjustment for domestic users in peninsula, Labuan takes effect Feb 1
The water tariff adjustment to be reviewed every three years to ensure consistency in the determination of fees.
Wed Jan 17 2024
No plans to conduct redelineation exercise for now - EC
The Election Commission (EC) has no plans to carry out a redelineation of electoral boundaries for states in the peninsula and Sabah as the eight-year interval period is still ongoing.
Mon Jan 01 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