FACTBOX - Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
The WHO has delayed its ongoing assessment of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine for emergency use because of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Thu Mar 17 2022
Ecuador launches 100-day vaccine plan, president recognises challenges
Ecuador this week launched a plan to vaccinate 9 million people against the novel coronavirus in 100 days.
Wed Jun 02 2021
India's COVID-19 tally rises to 26,289,290 with over 250,000 new cases
India's COVID-19 tally rose to 26,289,290 with 257,299 new cases registered in the past 24 hours, said the federal Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Saturday.
Sat May 22 2021
Astra is yellow, Pfizer is green - Hungarian pastry shop offers vaccine-themed treats
A Hungarian pastry shop has launched a range of COVID-19 vaccine-themed sweet mousses as a light-hearted antidote.
Tue Apr 20 2021
Analysis: India shifts from mass vaccine exporter to importer, worrying the world
India abruptly changed the rules to allow it to fast-track vaccine imports, having earlier rebuffed foreign drugmakers like Pfizer.
Fri Apr 16 2021
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Scott Morrison says Australia has no current plans to change the rollout of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Thu Apr 08 2021
Factbox-Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
India's temporary pause on major exports of AstraZeneca's shot could have a "catastrophic" impact if extended.
Mon Apr 05 2021
Russia is most trusted vaccine producer - YouGov survey
Respondents in a survey trust Russia the most in regards to COVID-19 vaccine production.
Thu Mar 25 2021
Kazakhstan detects possible COVID variant in its biggest city
Full genome sequencing tests will be needed to see whether the infections were caused by the British, South African or Brazilian variant.
Fri Mar 19 2021
Venezuela will not authorise AztraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to 'effects on patients', VP says
Venezuela has so far used Russia's Sputnik V and China's Sinopharm in its vaccination programme.
Tue Mar 16 2021
Factbox: Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
Russia has vaccinated 3.5 million people with both shots of its Sputnik V vaccine.
Mon Mar 15 2021
Russia's move exemplary, but can Malaysia make the most of it?
Russia's vaccine package is a favourable model, but complete vaccine independence requires more than that.
Fri Mar 12 2021
Russia responds to all requests for COVID-19 vaccines from abroad - PESKOV
Czech President Milos Zeman has asked Russian President Vladimir Putin for supplies of Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine.
Tue Mar 02 2021
Coronavirus: Latest global developments
The virus has killed at least 2,527,287 people since it emerged in China in December 2019.
Mon Mar 01 2021
COVID-19: I will take Sinovac or Sputnik V vaccine injection - Khairy
Khairy said he will be the first to take whichever vaccine that will be approved next.
Sat Feb 27 2021
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