Epstein invoked 5th Amendment right to silence 600 times - court filings
The Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution gives people the right not to incriminate themselves.
Mon Jan 08 2024
US Capitol riot hearing shows Trump allies, daughter rejected fraud claims
It was the first of six planned hearings intended to show that Trump tried to subvert the US Constitution and unlawfully hold onto power.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Democrats barreling toward impeaching Trump in wake of Capitol siege
Democrats the chamber would take up impeachment on Wednesday if Vice President Mike Pence does not invoke the US Constitution's 25th Amendment.
Tue Jan 12 2021
Detroit asks judge to sanction Trump campaign for spreading 'disinformation'
Federal law allows Trump's lawyers to voluntarily dismiss their claims but it does not allow them to use a "Notice of Dismissal."
Sat Nov 21 2020
Artists 'resist', turn Grammys into political showcase
A giant video projection of the U.S. Constitution loomed over the stage at this year's Grammys, making the music industry's top awards show one of the most overtly political yet.
Mon Feb 13 2017
The US presidential election: a how-to guide
The quadrennial exercise always takes place on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November, as spelled out in the US Constitution.
Tue Nov 08 2016
US Supreme Court rules, 5-4, in favor of same-sex marriage
The US Supreme Court ruled 5 to 4 that same-sex couples be allowed to marry no matter where they live in the United States.
Sat Jun 27 2015
Obama asks Supreme Court to overturn gay marriage ban
The Barack Obama administration on Friday formally asked the US Supreme Court to strike down a 1996 law defining marriage exclusively as a union between a man and a woman.
Sat Feb 23 2013
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