U.S. man with transplanted genetically modified pig heart dies, hospital says
A 57-year-old man with terminal heart disease who made history as the first person to receive a genetically modified pig's heart died on Tuesday.
Wed Mar 09 2022
UMNO deputy permanent chairman dies
UMNO deputy permanent chairman, Datuk Seri Rizuan Abdul Hamid died at the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre last night.
Fri May 21 2021
Hamzah undergoing treatment at UMMC, condition stable - Home Minister's Office
The health condition of Hamzah who is undergoing treatment and quarantine at the UMMC after testing positive for COVID-19, is stable.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Sinar Harian Group Editor-in-Chief dies
Baharom was admitted to hospital two weeks ago for having gallstones.
Tue Nov 17 2020
Salleh Ben Joned dies at 79
According to his family, Salleh had difficulty breathing while at home before being taken to the University of Malaya Medical Center.
Thu Oct 29 2020
Motorcycle thief with fever arrested, admits to close contact with COVID-19 PUI
The victim who had completed his duties was heading to his Yamaha 125z motorbike when he saw the two suspects in the act.
Mon Oct 19 2020
Dr Wan Azizah undergoes treatment at UMMC
Former deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail has been undergoing treatment at the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) since yesterday.
Wed Oct 07 2020
Man alleged to be COVID-19 positive in video actually suffered heart attack - Police
Brickfields District Police chief ACP Zairulnizam Mohd Zainuddin@Hilmi confirmed the incident, saying it occurred at 7.55 pm.
Wed May 27 2020
'We are already sad, and now have to reply to condolence messages' - Mahadzir's sister
His sister, Ida Lokman, told Astro AWANI that her heart felt heavy and sad when the family kept on receiving condolence messages.
Mon Sep 25 2017
Syed Alman Zain Syed Alwi's heart was still beating on the way to UMMC
Syed Alman was reported to have lost consciousness while receiving dental treatment at the Imperial Dental Specialist Centre.
Mon Mar 27 2017
Man gets four months jail for molesting "very beautiful" girl
Lim Loon Cheng, 53, was caring for his comatose wife at a hospital when he gripped the 19-year-old victim's arms and uttered "I love you" to her.
Tue Nov 03 2015
Toddler dies of suspected abuse by father
When the year-old girl's parents took her to a hospital for treatment, they claimed that she had fallen down the stairs.
Mon Nov 03 2014
Man found beaten to death in Bandar Utama
According to witnesses, the victim had been beaten to death near an entertainment outlet following an earlier rift with three suspects.
Sun Jun 22 2014
Man killed, another injured in lorry-car accident
A man was killed while another was seriously injured when a tipper lorry skidded, bounced over a divider and overturned on a Proton Perdana at the Federal Highway.
Wed Jan 30 2013
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