Heat wave in Mexico leaves at least 100 dead, authorities say
Nearly all the deaths were attributed to heat stroke, with a handful from dehydration.
Fri Jun 30 2023
Bus of migrants help mother give birth in Mexico before being detained
The mother was among a group of mostly Guatemalans found on the bus in the Gulf state of Veracruz.
Tue Jun 27 2023
Hurricane Grace unleashes severe flooding in Mexico, killing eight
Hurricane Grace pummeled Mexico with torrential rain, causing severe flooding and mudslides becoming one of the most powerful storms.
Sun Aug 22 2021
Six killed in Mexican air force plane accident in Veracruz
The six victims have not been identified, and the military will carry out an investigation.
Sun Feb 21 2021
Journalist found decapitated in eastern Mexico
Mexico is regularly rated by the media watchdog as one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists.
Thu Sep 10 2020
Eleven bodies, some with signs of torture, found in Mexico's Veracruz
The bodies of nine men and two women, some with traces of torture, were scattered inside and near a vehicle which had been reported stolen, the state's new governor said.
Thu Mar 02 2017
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