R. Kelly found guilty on multiple counts in sexual abuse trial
Kelly was found guilty by a jury on six out of 13 counts, prosecutors said.
Thu Sep 15 2022
R&B singer R. Kelly's obstruction trial begins in Chicago
Kelly faces multiple counts of child sexual exploitation, enticement of a female and possession of material containing child pornography.
Tue Aug 16 2022
R. Kelly sues Brooklyn jail for putting him on suicide watch
Kelly said Brooklyn jail wrongly put him on suicide watch after he received a 30-year prison sentence despite knowing he was not suicidal.
Mon Jul 04 2022
R&B singer R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison in sex case
The sentence was imposed nine months after Kelly was convicted of racketeering and sex crimes.
Thu Jun 30 2022
R. Kelly seeks 10 years in prison, the minimum, as sentencing looms in sex case
Kelly's bid for leniency was detailed in a filing in Brooklyn federal court, one day before sentencing.
Wed Jun 29 2022
US says convicted R&B singer R. Kelly deserves more than 25 years in prison
Prosecutors said Kelly exploited his stardom and wealth over a quarter century to lure women and underage girls for sex.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Lawyer who compared R. Kelly to Martin Luther King couldn't convince jury
The late addition of a high-profile lawyer wasn't enough to help singer R. Kelly beat charges that he sexually abused women for decades.
Tue Sep 28 2021
Relief and disbelief greet R. Kelly guilty verdict
The verdict "brings some sense of justice to the brave survivors who came forward."
Tue Sep 28 2021
R. Kelly convicted of luring women, underage girls for sex
Kelly kept his head down as the verdict was read, with his face shielded by a white mask.
Tue Sep 28 2021
R. Kelly's fate in jury's hands in sex trafficking trial
The seven-man, five-woman jury in Brooklyn will resume deliberations on Monday, after spending more than 3-1/2 hours behind closed doors on Friday.
Sat Sep 25 2021
R. Kelly's defense says accusers had motive to lie. 'Convict him,' prosecutor says
Kelly's lawyer Deveraux Cannick portrayed the singer's accusers as former fans or jilted lovers hoping to cash in on his fame.
Fri Sep 24 2021
Prosecutors rest case against R. Kelly after month of testimony
Jurors have heard testimony from dozens of women and former employees about Kelly's alleged tightfisted control over his entourage.
Tue Sep 21 2021
R. Kelly accuser says she reached $200,000 settlement after herpes diagnosis
Kate said she settled with Kelly in 2004, and that the herpes diagnosis "greatly affected" her ability to enter future relationships.
Sat Sep 04 2021
R. Kelly accuser says she saw a nearby gun while forced to have oral sex
Kelly's indictment describes the alleged mistreatment of six women and girls, including the late singer Aaliyah.
Thu Sep 02 2021
Woman says R. Kelly prostituted her, singer's lawyer challenges claims
The woman is the second accuser to testify against Kelly at the 54-year-old's trial in federal court in Brooklyn.
Wed Aug 25 2021
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