
How the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise became one of the few things the world could agree on
This weekend, the eighth movie, "The Fate of the Furious," beat out "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" to become the reigning global box-office champ, opening to an estimated $532.5 million worldwide.
Mon Apr 17 2017

Carrie Fisher will appear posthumously in 'Star Wars: Episode VIII'
Late actress Carrie Fisher had "completely finished" filming on "Star Wars: Episode VIII" before her death on Tuesday, according to reports.
Wed Dec 28 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

UK firm fined over Harrison Ford injury on "Star Wars" set
A British production firm involved in making "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" has been fined 1.6 million pounds after an incident in which Harris Ford's leg was broken.
Thu Oct 13 2016

'Captain America' bests Mowgli to grab US box-office lead
Its first-weekend total was the fifth best ever behind "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," "Jurassic World," "The Avengers" and "Avengers: Age of Ultron".
Tue May 10 2016

Daisy Ridley could become the sixth Lara Croft actress
Having shot to fame as galactic heroine Rey in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," Daisy Ridley is now expressing her interest in playing archeological adventurer Lara Croft.
Wed Mar 23 2016

Women can kick butt in movies too!
Astro AWANI's Zan Azlee likes the fact that there are more strong and independent female characters in movies today.
Thu Mar 10 2016

Star Wars: Production company to be taken to court over Harrison Ford's broken leg
Britain's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said it will taking to court the production company behind "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" over an accident that left star Harrison Ford with a broken leg.
Fri Feb 12 2016

'Star Wars' toys generate more than $700 million in sales in 2015
"Star Wars" toys generated sales of more than $700 million in the United States in 2015, making them the No.1 property in the toy industry during the year.
Thu Jan 21 2016

Disney pushes next 'Star Wars' movie release to December 2017
Fans of the blockbuster "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will have to wait two more years for the next instalment as Walt Disney pushed back the release of "Star Wars: Episode VIII" by seven months.
Thu Jan 21 2016

'Star Wars': Obama sees a bit of 'rebel' Han Solo in himself
If he had to be a character from "Star Wars," US President Barack Obama said Friday he would choose space pilot Han Solo, who is "a little bit of a rebel."
Sat Jan 16 2016

'Star Wars' opens at record pace in China, Disney says
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" broke records in China with an estimated $33 million in ticket sales on its first day in the world's second-largest film market, Walt Disney Co said on Saturday.
Sun Jan 10 2016

'Star Wars' passes 'Avatar' for N. America box office record
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" soared past "Avatar" on Wednesday to become the top-grossing movie of all time in North America, riding on hype, nostalgia and an inventive script.
Thu Jan 07 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

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' barrelling towards record set by 'Avatar'
Globally, "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" already ranks as the sixth highest-grossing film in history, having earned $1.5 billion worldwide.
Mon Jan 04 2016

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025