"They shut the door on us": Venezuelans ask Mexico for humanitarian flights home
Tens of thousands of Venezuelan migrants are now stranded in Mexico or its southern neighbors after a new plan was announced by the US.
Thu Oct 27 2022
At least 16 Venezuelans killed in Nicaraguan traffic accident
The bus was speeding and collided with two vehicles before falling into the ravine, the police said.
Fri Jul 29 2022
Trump orders 18-month halt to removal of Venezuelans from the US
Some Venezuelans, including those who have committed a felony, are exempted from the order.
Wed Jan 20 2021
Young Venezuelans turn to adult content to survive crisis
OnlyFans began as an online platform meant for celebrities and 'influencers' but has morphed into a hub for adult content.
Wed Jan 13 2021
Venezuelans return to streets, roused by ban on opposition leader
Thousands of people, some carrying signs reading "Dictator Maduro!" and "Elections now!" in support of banned leader Henrique Capriles, took part in marches across the country against Nicolas Maduro.
Sun Apr 09 2017
Venezuelans get Fridays off for two months to save energy
Venezuelan workers will get Fridays off for the next two months as part of an emergency plan to save electricity, the president said.
Thu Apr 07 2016
Venezuelans protest en masse in rival rallies
Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans took to the streets of Caracas in marches for and against President Nicolas Maduro's government.
Sun Feb 23 2014
Venezuela to embalm Chavez 'like Lenin'
Venezuelans flocked to see president Hugo Chavez lying in state, as his political heir revealed he would be embalmed "like Lenin" and displayed in the barracks where he plotted a failed coup.
Fri Mar 08 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