'Star Wars' series 'Andor' explores dark days in the galaxy's revolution
The newest "Star Wars" television series will tell the story of a dark period in the life of future "Rogue One" hero Cassian Andor.
Fri Aug 05 2022
Actors seek posthumous protections after big-screen resurrections
Filmmakers are tapping advances in digital technology to resurrect characters after a performer dies, most notably in "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story."
Sat Dec 31 2016
The force is strong with 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story'
Disney's "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" has gone straight to the top of the global box office on its debut weekend according to the official estimates from comScore.
Mon Dec 19 2016
'Rogue One' offers lens into high-stakes 'Star Wars' rebel mission
"Rogue One," in theaters starting Wednesday, offers a new perspective into the events that kicked off the "Star Wars" phenomenon in George Lucas' 1977 "Episode IV - A New Hope."
Wed Dec 14 2016
'Rogue One' premiere brings the Force back to Hollywood
The $200 million spin-off is expected to be the hottest ticket of 2016, recording the second-highest first day of domestic pre-sales ever, behind last year's "The Force Awakens."
Sun Dec 11 2016
'Rogue One' composer Michael Giacchino to score 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'
Film composer Michael Giacchino, the man behind the music of "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," is set to score the highly anticipated "Spider-Man: Homecoming".
Mon Nov 07 2016
5 things we learned about upcoming movies from this year's Star Wars Celebration
Fans eagerly awaiting news on the franchise's upcoming instalment weren't treated to as many revelations as they might have hoped.
Mon Jul 18 2016
'Star Wars' spin-off 'Rogue One' is most anticipated movie of 2016
Following the global success of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens", moviegoers are clearly keen to feast their eyes on the spin-off "Rogue One" film due out this year.
Wed Jan 06 2016
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