Apple's security chief accused of bribery in California gun-permit probe
The officers were charged with soliciting bribes for issuing concealed carry permits.
Tue Nov 24 2020
Fireflies light up the night at Santa Clara
A firefly's familiar glow is caused by a chemical reaction in their abdomens in a bid to attract females.
Wed Jul 26 2017
A Cuban veteran remembers 'Che' and Fidel Castro
Luis Monteagudo, a hardened Cuban military veteran, remembers with pride fighting alongside revolution icon Ernesto "Che" Guevara and watching maximum leader Fidel Castro fire a gun.
Thu Dec 01 2016
Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak thankful Haron Din's funeral went smoothly
Prime Minster Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said today that he is very thankful that the funeral proceedings for PAS' Spiritual Leader Datuk Dr Haron Din went smoothly.
Sat Sep 17 2016
Haron Din's remains buried in US
His daughter Dr Huda Haron said the burial was held at 5.57pm local time (8.57am Saturday in Malaysia) after the funeral prayers, which were held at Masjid Annur in Santa Clara, San Francisco.
Sat Sep 17 2016
Beyonce confirmed to perform at Super Bowl with Coldplay
On Feb 7, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, the singer will join the British band for her second appearance after performing in 2013.
Fri Jan 08 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