Tower runner Wai Ching chasing funding to stay on as world no. 1
World number one tower runner Soh Wai Ching is working hard to raise funds to enable him to continue to conquer skyscrapers around the world.
Wed Jun 15 2022
PM congratulates Soh for being world number one in tower running
Ismail Sabri congratulated national tower running champion Soh Wai Ching who reaffirmed his status as world number one after topping the 'Tunnel to Towers Climb NYC' in New York, on Saturday.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Soh focused on achieving towering feats
Despite the numerous obstacles, Malaysian tower runner and former Guinness World Record (GWR) holder Soh Wai Ching is determined to break two world records this year.
Sat Nov 27 2021
Malaysia's Soh Wai Ching wins Empire State Building Run-up
He won $100,000 for a charity of his choice.
Wed Oct 27 2021
Malaysian tower runner attempts Guinness World record
Wai Ching has one gruelling mission - to climb about 1.3km of stairs in an hour, to break the 1.227km world record set David Robbies.
Thu Oct 29 2020
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