Oxford University students arrested at pro-Palestinian sit-in
University authorities called police, after pro-Palestinian protesters held a sit-in at the university vice-chancellor's office.
Fri May 24 2024
Oxford starts human testing of Nipah virus vaccine
Nipah was first identified about 25 years ago in Malaysia and has led to outbreaks in Bangladesh, India and Singapore.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Robots could soon be able to take care of these household tasks
Shopping, cleaning and cooking are all chores for which robots will soon be able to lend a helping hand to humans.
Sat Mar 18 2023
'Although not alive, I can still create art,' robot Ai-Da tells UK lawmakers
Ai-Da was created by scientists at the University of Oxford and named after British mathematician and computer pioneer Ada Lovelace.
Thu Oct 13 2022
AstraZeneca's COVID vaccine suffers a setback in nasal spray trial
The immune response measured in the blood was weaker than that from a shot-in-the-arm vaccination.
Tue Oct 11 2022
COVID-19: The significance of healthcare system resilience and robustness
This conference emphasises the importance of health sciences research and innovation.
Mon Aug 02 2021
Exclusive - AstraZeneca exploring options for COVID-19 vaccine business, exec says
AstraZeneca agreed to work with the University of Oxford on its COVID-19 shot last year despite having no prior vaccine experience.
Thu Jul 29 2021
Oxford University explores anti-parasitic drug ivermectin as COVID-19 treatment
Ivermectin resulted in a reduction of virus replication in laboratory studies.
Wed Jun 23 2021
Study finds higher risks of blood clots in COVID-19 patients than in vaccinated people
Several countries have temporally suspended AstraZeneca vaccine, while Denmark stopped its rollout completely.
Fri Apr 16 2021
Oxford pauses COVID-19 vaccine study in kids, awaits more data on blood clot issues
The trial disruption is the latest blow to the vaccine, once hailed as a milestone in the fight against the pandemic.
Wed Apr 07 2021
UK Prime Minister says will 'definitely' have AstraZeneca vaccine in near future
Boris Johnson said on Wednesday that he will definitely have a COVID-19 vaccine, developed by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford.
Thu Mar 18 2021
With all eyes on COVID-19 vaccine, rest of AstraZeneca sees profits rising
AstraZeneca said it expected 2021 revenues to rise by a low teens percentage and core earnings of $4.75 to $5.00 per share.
Thu Feb 11 2021
Satellite images to aid elephant conservation from space
The most common technique for surveying elephant populations in savannah environments is aerial counts from manned aircraft.
Sat Jan 23 2021
Virus infection creates immunity for at least six months: Study
Infection with the virus provides at least short-term protection from re-infection.
Sat Nov 21 2020
Noraini congratulates Dr Masliza on appointment at Oxford University
Higher Education Minister Datuk Dr Noraini Ahmad today congratulated Dr Masliza Mahmod who has been appointed as Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Oxford.
Sun Jul 12 2020
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