Sam Mendes' 'Empire of Light' a love letter to movies and his mother
The film, a star-studded drama that Mendes wrote, directed and produced, is a love story set in an English seaside town in the early 1980s.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Sam Mendes stepping down from James Bond franchise
The British director, who directed "Skyfall" and "Spectre", says it is time to move on.
Mon May 30 2016
Daniel Craig turned down $99m Bond deal: report
No amount of dollars could convince Daniel Craig to stay on as British secret agent James Bond -- or at least, not 99 million of them spread over two more films, according to a new report.
Fri May 20 2016
Bond returns with licence to thrill in 'Spectre'
Broadly praised by critics, the film is directed by Sam Mendes and sees Daniel Craig play suave MI6 spy 007 for a fourth time.
Mon Oct 26 2015
Daniel Craig: Is the blonde Bond getting bored?
Daniel Craig makes his fourth appearance as James Bond in "Spectre", which premieres Monday but his time as 007 may be nearing an end if his recent jaded comments are anything to go by.
Mon Oct 26 2015
"12 Years" star Ejiofor named for Bond villain role
Oscar-nominated actor Chiwetel Ejiofor is in the frame to become the villain of James Bond film number 24, directed by Sam Mendes.
Wed Apr 09 2014
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024