Malaysia has no fear if there is a deep gearing
With a weak national economy, that is also marked by an increasingly wild and turbulent weather, Malaysian farmers may not have the risk appetite to plant more at all.
Sat May 14 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysians allowed to special EPF withdrawal of RM10,000, UN reminds not to forget Afghans during Ukraine crisis
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Wed Mar 16 2022
On the 3rd anniversary of the Christchurch attack, the Ukraine crisis asks the West to rethink its definitions of terrorism
The Ukrainian defence is inspiring, courageous and, however it ends, it will be an exhibition of the human will against impossible odds.
Tue Mar 15 2022
European stocks slip, oil passes $110, as Ukraine crisis continues
Stocks came under renewed pressure and oil spiked further on Wednesday, as Russia showed no signs of stopping its assault on Ukraine.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Here's what you need to know about the Ukraine crisis right now:
Thu Feb 24 2022
Taiwan casts wary eye at China amid Ukraine crisis, but no immediate alarm
Taiwan is nervous that Beijing may take advantage of a distracted West to ramp up pressure on the island amid the crisis in Ukraine.
Wed Feb 23 2022
Britain says Russia's Putin could drag out Ukraine crisis for months
Russian President Vladimir Putin could drag out the Ukraine crisis for months in an attempt to challenge Western unity.
Thu Feb 17 2022
France's Macron calls for calm to resolve Ukraine crisis
Macron said he thought his talks had helped prevent the crisis from escalating further.
Wed Feb 09 2022
Amid Ukraine crisis, UK PM Johnson to visit region next week
Britain has said it will sanction Russia if it makes any incursion into Ukraine, and has urged European allies to prepare similar steps.
Sat Jan 29 2022
Ukraine crisis updates: What to know as tensions rise
Here are things to know about the international tensions over Ukraine, a crisis reminiscent of the Cold War.
Thu Jan 27 2022
UN Security Council to meet on Ukraine crisis
The United Nations Security Council plans to hold a special meeting Monday focusing on the violence in eastern Ukraine.
Mon Jan 26 2015
Merkel expects 'open' Ukraine talks with Putin
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said there were plans for her to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and speak on the Ukraine crisis.
Wed Oct 15 2014
MH17: Russia Today reporter quits over 'lies' on Ukraine
Sara Firth is the second person since March to publicly resign from RT, formerly known as Russia Today, over its coverage of the Ukraine crisis.
Sat Jul 19 2014
Britain bars Russian delegation from Farnborough air show
Britain said Saturday it had barred a Russian delegation from attending the Farnborough air show because of the Ukraine crisis, sparking an angry reaction
Sun Jul 13 2014
US troops land in Lithuania amid Ukraine crisis
The arrival of US troops is seen as a deterrence measure in the region where alarm has risen over Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Sat Apr 26 2014
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